When you're starting out thinking about getting into the cleaning business your first thought is probably to jump right in and get a full roster of clients and push for full time. Cleaning houses can't be that hard, right? If you don't have any experience in professional home or office cleaning that might not be the best idea.
There are a few things you should think about before jumping in with both feet...
Do You Have Another Source of Income Right Now?
One big factor in influencing whether you're motivated to land a lot of clients is whether you currently have a source of income. If you're out of work and in desperate need of some cash flow your anxiety in landing cleaning jobs may come through. That will definitely have a negative impact on people wanting to hire you. If your goal is to fill up your cleaning roster then your desperation needs to be kept in check.
Ideally you'll already have a job - even part time. This will help to cover your bills while you build your experience and references. It also allows you to take on new clients at your own pace.
Even if you're working full time you can fit in a client or 2 every week to get your feet wet. Taking it slow at first will also give you an opportunity to see if cleaning houses or office space is right for you.
How is Your Physical Stamina?
Cleaning houses can be pretty physically demanding. There's a lot of bending, reaching, scrubbing, and lifting. If you've come from working a desk job for the last 10 years then cleaning for many hours a day is going to be a big adjustment, to say the least.
Sure, cleaning your own house on a regular basis will give you an idea what you're up against. But, multiply that by 10 to 20 in a single week. Are you up for that?
If you're prone to back or muscle problems then doing the strenuous work of house cleaning could make that situation worse. If you have a small handful of clients each week then you're better able to manage those physical challenges.
Are There Enough Potential Clients?
If you live in a more rural setting this will obviously have an impact on how many cleaning jobs you can land. Not only are there less people and few houses, but folks who live in more rural settings tend to do their own home maintenance and upkeep, including cleaning.
Being in a more suburban or metro area will definitely increase the opportunities for cleaning jobs. This might also increase your competition in the cleaning field. But, competition isn't always a bad thing. If there are a number of other professional cleaning outfits indoor area that means there's definitely a healthy market for your services. You just have to find the angle or niche within that market that suits you best.
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