Starting a Cleaning Business

[realserendipity]

Ive been offered the oppurtunity to pick another small cleaning companies customers as they are no longer physically able to work, the only problem is that Ive never cleaned houses for a living before. It wont be anything super huge just another part time gig for me, maybe 6 houses a week or so but I need advice on cleaning tips, and maybe how to

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[munchkin1616]

not sure what info you need assuming you've cleaned your own home before, but here's what I can think of

[missmollymayhem]

I only want to add this: You'll need to get a business license and should consider becoming bonded.

[munchkin1616]

oooh, good one, forgot to add this along with #4. For sure don't forget to do this! It'll also help you figure out how taxes will come into play.

[shopgrrrl]

let me especially second the insurance. a friend of mine used to clean houses on the side and broke a $500 vase while dusting...she had to just work off the money since she couldn't afford to reimburse him.

[munchkin1616]

for sure... not only for cases like this, but if someone is shady and claims you stole an item, there's no way to prove you didn't, or that you caused damage to the floors or counters with cleaners, etc... overall, it's just a smart move!

[realserendipity]

This is all great advice, Ill definetely use it.