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“Why Cleaning Services Aren’t ‘Too Expensive’Let’s Talk About It”
I need to say something that most cleaning business owners are probably thinking but don’t always say 👇 When people say “that’s too expensive for cleaning”… I think a lot of folks don’t realize what actually goes into it. We’re not just wiping surfaces or doing a quick tidy. We’re scrubbing bathrooms, kitchens, floors, baseboards, moving constantly, and putting in hours of real physical labor to make a home feel brand new again. We also bring our own supplies, travel to each job, manage scheduling, and make sure every detail is done right not rushed. So when pricing reflects that level of work, skill, and time… it’s not random. It’s actually what keeps the quality high and the business running. I respect everyone’s budget, but I also think there needs to be more understanding of what “cleaning” really involves as a service. Curious what others think do you feel cleaning services are fairly priced, or is there still a big misunderstanding about the work involved? 👀Reliable House Cleaning Services in Central PA
Hi everyone! 👋 I’m Ana, owner of Ana’s Cleaning Business, proudly serving Central Pennsylvania. I’m excited to connect with this community and continue providing reliable, detailed cleaning services for local homes and families. I’m honored to have been recognized as a 2025 Nextdoor Favorite Business, which reflects the trust and support I’ve received from my local clients 💜 I currently have availability for: ✔️ Routine house cleaning ✔️ Deep cleaning ✔️ Move-in / Move-out cleaning If you’re looking for dependable, professional cleaning with attention to detail, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to provide a quote or answer any questions. Thank you for the support! 💜
New Here — Owner of Top Colors LLC From Lancaster, PA
Hey everyone, my name is Ray Rodriguez and I’m the owner of Top Colors LLC based in Lancaster, PA. We specialize in residential and commercial painting, remodeling, repairs, cabinet installation, and renovation services. Excited to connect with other business owners, continue learning, growing, and building strong relationships within the home service industry. Looking forward to being part of the community.
What is the best way to raise start up capitol?
I have almost 20 years experience in tree work and handyman services. My personal credit is not bad but not the greatest. Since being on my own I have had to take smaller jobs I can handle myself or with minimal help. If I had the capitol to invest in some equipment and hiring reliable workers I know I could move my company up a couple of levels . But I can't get anyone to give me a business loan with marginal credit and no history of sustained revenue. Any help???Anyone here doing government contracts? Got any advice for winning bids?
If you've landed government contracts for your business, what's some advice that improved your chances of winning bids? Share your tips below for other pros looking to break into government work! In this recent episode of Masters of Home Service, AnatolyNaz2000 talks about landing government contracts as a service business. He shares: Where and how to find government contracts Tips on navigating the bidding process Common government bidding mistakes and how to avoid them Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Jobber + Gusto users: How are you handling digital tips from clients without losing your mind?
Hey everyone, I’m researching a massive headache in the home service space and wanted to see how you guys handle it. If you use Jobber (or Housecall Pro) and Gusto, and your technicians regularly get digital tips from clients: How are you splitting and paying those tips out? I've been told that since the FSMs don't sync tips to Gusto payroll automatically, owners are spending hours every week matching invoice payments to dispatch logs, running the math on spreadsheets, and typing them in by hand. Is this actually a headache for your business, or is there an easy workaround I don't know about? If you have multi-technician crews, how do you handle the math (equal split, hours worked, etc.)? Does this get even messier if you use 1099 contractors? Not selling anything—just trying to understand if this is a real problem worth solving or if people have already figured out a simple way to do it. Thanks!
Looking to Network with Mobile Notary Service Businesses
Good evening everyone, Are there any mobile Notary business here in the Home Service Community? I would love to hear about your experiences in starting your business. Was it an easy process? How did you find clients? Does it take a lot of money to get started? I am in the process of starting my mobile Notary business. I have the business name which is Island Signature Notary LLC. I have my logo and my brand. I am also in the process of renewing my Notary. I am going to start as a General Notary and keep adding new services. It will be great if I can be a Jobber’s grant recipient in order to assist me with growing my business. I look forward to your responses and growing with you all.
Took a job with little pay and it led to 3 bigger jobs!
I took a small painting job for this lady that could barely get around. She was so shocked that I was willing to move everything around to cover it with a helper I brought, and our it back after we finished. She had been so concerned that we were doing too much, but it really was nothing. A day's work, and we could have done far worse for someone less sweet, and it ended up bringing in 3 bigger jobs that should keep us busy for a few weeks. Never overlook the little people. I can't think of any reason you can't spend a day here and there on a smaller budget if you're doing OK with other jobs. The karma comes back around.
