The commercial cleaning business is a multi-billion USD industry. This is an industry that you want to get into.

1. 10 simple steps to starting a
commercial cleaning business
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2. 1. Identify your target
market
Potential clients:
banks, gyms, dayca
res, schools, others
Think of company
vision and mission
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3. 2. Decide on
business name
Professional
sounding business
name
Name reflects your
business’ service
and values
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4. 3. Apply for business
license and bank account
State and county
license
requirements
Separate business
bank account from
personal account
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5. 4. Get insurance
Liability insurance,
Bonded insurance,
Vehicle insurance,
Workers comp
Find a local agent
and get a quote
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6. 5. Determine
rates
Estimated number
of hours per
month
Sufficient profit
margin
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7. 6. Hire staff
Staff size, skill
sets, and experience
Interview carefully
and be selective
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8. 7. Purchase cleaning
supplies
Cleaning supplies:
Cleaner, disinfectant,
leather cleaning wipes,
glass cleaner, rubbing
alcohol, etc
Cleaning tools: vacuum
cleaner, mop, microfiber
cloths, spray bottles,
rubber gloves, etc
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9. 8. Advertise
Flyers, phone books,
websites
Social media:
Facebook, Twitter,
LinkedIn, Yelp,
Angie’s List
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10. 9. Fill up business
forms and proposals
Professional forms
for clients
List of services and
estimated rates
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11. 10. Submit bid
estimate
Site visit and
estimate within days
Cover letter, bid
proposal, references,
insurance certificate
and business cards.
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