2007-01-26 14:38:46 · 6 answers · asked by Jennifer G 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Charge by the job. No property is the same. At one property, you may have to clean dirty bathrooms or crusty ovens. At another, it may be simple dusting and vacuuming.
Determine what it is you have to do,and how long it will take. Factor in whether you have to use your own cleaning products.
Determine how much you want to earn on each job, and then figure in how much it will cost you to accomplish it. (Driving time, gas, taxes, supplies.)
One important thing to consider: Commercial and Residential cleaning are so different. You can make more money in residential cleaning if you can establish a trust with your clients. And the residential clients will refer you to their friends.
2007-01-26 15:37:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can almost count on doubling your charge if there are pets in the home. People love their pets, but they sure don't clean up after them and I'm not just talking about poo and such.
Charging by the hour isn't a bad idea, just make sure you let the client know that it takes longer to clean the first couple of times. Also, be very clear on the services you offer and what the client expects as far as desired level of cleanliness.
2007-01-27 12:23:58 · answer #2 · answered by Julie6962 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good rule of thumb is to charge by the square footage of the area to be cleaned. Make a list of what you consider standard cleaning versus xtras such a windows, ceiling fans etc. which could have an additional charge. Also you could offer discounts for scheduled regular cleaning versus a single time, thus ensuring repeat clientele.
2007-01-26 14:51:23 · answer #3 · answered by southforty1961 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The maid whom works on my business, always make a estimation upon visit. Sometimes the are is small, but has lots of glasses, mirrors or carpet that requires more time cleaning.
I also, had a maid whom used to charge by hours, but I think the evaluation upon visit is the most fair making easy the negotiation because average deals with price range.
My maid chose a price for small work (not area, but efforts needy to make the are clean), medium work and large work.
I hope its help you. Good Luck with your new business.
2007-01-26 15:37:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am in the cleaning business and here is our secret!
Try this cleaning cloth. You have to buy in packages of 5 but they are only like $3 bucks a piece. I have ordered them and use them on everything, especially cleaning windows and clean mirrors. They are made out of tiny fibers. They are guaranteed not to scratch and all you do is rinse the cloth under water, wring it out and wipe ANY surface with no streaks or scratch. Use em over and over. I have not thrown one away yet!
I am sold on this ...I encourage you to try it out….hope this helps…Steve
2007-01-28 07:06:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
dont charge by the hour or u will not make anything
charge by the job,
get at least 50-100 per house
more houses the more money
2007-01-26 15:40:56 · answer #6 · answered by sunflare63 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋