What are the best pay options for a residential service company, hourly, commission, by the job or salary?

Question

We have a residential cleaning company and are looking at our payroll. What is the best way to ensure a win-win pay structure that pays employees fairly, but also protects the company against sluggish performance?

Answer 1

Most people charge by the job. A friend of mine started a cleaning company and she is getting paid by the job. It is one flat rate. She charges so much per room. If there is any extras to be done they are billed for those.