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? 👀Roll Call! Meet & introduce yourself to other Cleaning and Property Maintenance pros
If you’ve ever thought, “How are other businesses like mine handling this?” you’re in the right place! This space is for Cleaning and Property Maintenance industry pros to connect, compare notes, and talk shop with others who understand the day-to-day realities of running your type of business. 👋 Introduce Yourself Drop a comment and tell us: Your name Business name Industry Years in business Location (City/State/Province) Let us know if you’re joining us for LIVE networking on March 17 (more details below) The more context you share, the better connections you’ll make. 🙌 Pro tip: Search your city or state in the forum to easily find other pros in your area. 📅 Want to connect LIVE? We’re running a pilot to host virtual weekly LIVE Industry Networking starting on March 17, running until April 7. If you’d be interested in joining for the first or following sessions (don’t need to commit to all but you're welcome to join!), make sure to let us know in the comments. 🤝 Culture of this space Think of this forum board like a room full of peers who understand your world. Share what’s working. Ask real questions. Talk through challenges. The goal is to power your success and raise the standard of home service industries together. 💬 Looking for conversation starters? This space works best when conversations are industry-specific and experience-based. You might jump in with something like: “How are other [industry] pros pricing this service right now?” “Is anyone else seeing this shift in their market?” “What’s been working for you when it comes to ____?" 🤔 Why are industries grouped together? We’ve intentionally clustered similar industries to keep conversations active and relevant. These groupings reflect shared business models, operational challenges, and pricing conversations so you can learn from peers who “get it,” even if they’re not in your exact trade. If your question applies to all home service businesses, feel free to post in our broader forum boards. Pro tip: Check out the industry tags to get even more specific Looking forward to seeing this space come to life. 🚀
Commission Based Pay?
Hey guys! Wondering if anyone here has experience with paying employees commission instead of hourly. How is that working for you guys? How do you have it set up to where you’re making the profit you need and the employee is happy and motivated to work hard? At what percentage do you pay? Thanks!
Automotive detailing, start up business
My goal is to start with a mobile detailing business that i run alone till it grows enough to hire employees and eventually grow into a structured unit as well as continue to offer mobile options. Its important to me to offer a low rate that affordable for all walks of people. Everyone deserves to have a clean vehicle
What is good advice for generating solid leads for a company in its second year of buisness?
I've tried online, door to door, yard signs, word if mouth and exceptional services even an ad in the paper. I supppse the competition is high and the market is hurting now in Connecticut with rising prices and cost of living. I've been extremely slowed down close to dead in getting even leads right now. It simply doesnt make sense. Like my company hit a wall? I offer pressure washing and landscaping services and that of the such. I have good references etc. I heard other companies are suffering to. Idk anyone on this app going through the same? If not what are you doing thats making the difference?You Don’t Have a Lead Problem You Have a Follow-Up System Problem
You’re not losing jobs to competitors you’re losing them in your follow-up. Most HVAC businesses I’ve seen don’t have a lead problem… they have a system problem: missed calls, no follow-ups, and zero tracking. The ones scaling consistently are doing 3 things right: Capturing every lead in a CRM Automating follow-ups (SMS/email) Running simple local campaigns that bring repeat jobs Curious what system are you currently using to track and convert your leads? If you’re open, I can share a simple setup that’s working for other contractors.
