What Do Solo Handyman Businesses Use to Automate Quote Follow-Ups and Track Material Costs?
Curious what other solo/small crew owners in here do for the stuff Jobber doesn’t quite cover, like automating quote follow-ups, tracking material costs against a bid after the fact, or flagging when a client’s asking for way more revisions than what was scoped. Do you just handle that manually, or has anyone found workarounds? Also curious in general: how much would something like that be worth to you if it existed as an add-on, few bucks a month, one-time tool, or is that a ‘nice to have’ you wouldn’t actually pay for?SolvedHow Do Cleaning Companies with Large Teams Manage Invoicing Across Multiple Client Billing Systems?
Hi, Esteemed colleagues - I run a cleaning company with 20-30 team members working with our organization. I am trying hard to lift up and focus on growing & running business vs. allowing the business to run me (small business owner delimma). I am interested in hearing from those that have successfully rolled out an offshore admin to help to help with scheduling/invoicing etc. What company did you go with and why? Also, does anyone have any suggestions on how to keep invoicing organized? I work for a lot of General Contractors and most have their own invoice system. Therefore I don't use Quickbooks to bill; however, bill other clients through QB. Therefore, I have been struggling with using one source of truth and curious if anyone else has the same challenge and if they have found a solution? Appreciate any and all insight! Thank you, Alicia MinjarezHow Do Junk Removal Companies Price Jobs When They're Far From the Areas They Serve?
To all the junk removers/haulers in this community, I'd like to know how you go about pricing? I understand this is the most common question in the game, but it may help to clarify our specific business' situation. We are currently based about a 40-minute drive away from the area we actually serve. Upon researching and applying for hauler licenses, we have decided to serve our downtown area while merely being based in our less populated outskirt town. Because of this, gas is our highest business expense. We initially tried pricing our junk loads strictly by volume. Now we sort of eyeball it based on reference photos from clients because jobs often end up being bigger and cost of gas is especially kept in mind...not to mention disposal fees. If any of you have had this experience and managed to overcome it, let us know what you did!25Views2likes3CommentsHow Do Painting Contractors Know If They're Charging Too Much or Too Little?
Hi im in the painting and cleaning business as well as a few other services but my biggest problem is pricing for painting some say im too high and some painting owners have told me im being taken advantage of with the prices im giving ? What are the best prices for my area I work in the fayetteville NC area? and what all is included with pricing29Views0likes3CommentsHow to Land Commercial Cleaning Contracts?
My name is Carla I am the owner of Kadosh Services LLC, we are located in Woodstock GA. We are struggling to get commercial contracts, does anyone has any advice? We offer, residential, commercial, carpet cleaning, pressure washing, strip & wax floor care and janitorial services.14Views0likes0CommentsLet’s Support Each Other - Introduce Yourself Below!
We’re all working hard to grow our businesses, and one of the greatest strengths of this community is the opportunity to support one another. If you see a member who could benefit from a referral, make the connection. If someone asks a question and you have experience, share what you’ve learned. Celebrate each other’s wins, encourage one another through challenges, and help create opportunities whenever you can. A single referral, recommendation, or connection could make a real difference for someone’s business. Let’s build a community where we don’t just grow our own businesses—we help each other grow too. 👇 Introduce yourself below: Business name Service(s) you offer City & State (or Country) One way the community can support your businessHow Do Lawn Care Companies Land Their First HOA and Commercial Contracts?
A little context - We're a young company, just started this spring, with 2 full time guys and about 55 recurring lawns each week that we mow. We also do mulching/clean-ups on top of this. I'm looking to get some HOAs and smaller commercial accounts lined up for next year. (we would lso like to offer snow removal and salting as a part of this, really anything to keep us busy). My question to you all: Where do I start? How do I find property managers / HOAs / Commercial owners that I should bid to? What do I need when I go into these conversations?35Views2likes2CommentsPhase 3 Preparation Tips for Jobber Grant Applicants
To everyone who may be advancing to Phase 3 of the Jobber Grants competition, congratulations on making it this far. The work you put in now can help your business long after this competition. Here are a few things I’d recommend focusing on: Review your full application and be ready to speak confidently about everything you submitted. Practice explaining your business in 30–60 seconds. Keep it simple, clear, and memorable. Know exactly how you would use the grant and the impact it would have on your business. Update your website, LinkedIn, and social media so your online presence reflects your business professionally. Refresh your business plan and make sure it reflects your latest progress and goals. Know your numbers—customers, revenue (if applicable), milestones, growth, and future goals. Practice answering questions out loud. Confidence comes from preparation and repetition. Be ready to explain what makes your business unique and why now is the right time for it. Organize your financial information and important business documents in case they’re needed. Create a simple one-page overview of your business that clearly explains your mission and vision. Gather testimonials, reviews, or customer feedback if you have them. Social proof adds credibility. Stay informed about your industry so you can confidently discuss current trends and opportunities. Build relationships with other founders. Networking often creates opportunities beyond this competition. Don’t memorize answers. Know your story well enough that your passion comes through naturally. Take care of yourself. Get enough rest, stay focused, and walk into every opportunity with confidence. Most importantly, act like you’ve already made it to Phase 3. Use this time to strengthen your business, improve your brand, and prepare for every opportunity ahead. Wishing everyone the best of luck. No matter who moves forward, keep building, keep learning, and keep believing in what you’re creating. Your next breakthrough could be closer than you think.82Views4likes6Comments