How to Start a Home-Based Housecleaning Business

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Summary: A little to basic.
Review: Currently we operate our own cleaning companies. I am always looking for material to help with becoming a better provider of our services. To this effect, I was somewhat disappointed with the generalities of the book. It does not cover how to do bidding, advertising, marketing, setup, etc... in enough detial. For the beginner looking to start a business, you may want to talk with a local or out of town company first. You will learn quickly that you need to put customers first, service with a smile and be willing to be flexible.

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Summary: Ok, but missing a lot of info!
Review: Overall this book was ok. Nothing special about it. I am a cleaning business owner and noticed that the book was flawed. I would like the author to please show me where a person can get 1 million dollars worth of insurance for $250-$400 as the book states. Most people can not even get insured for that amount in any state until they have been in business for 3 years. The author left out a lot of information and I would not recommend this book to anyone who is serious about starting a cleaning business. The only thing decent in the book is the appendix, but even that is not detailed enough. I give it two stars for effort and because I am a nice person.

Rating:
Summary: Ok, but missing a lot of info!
Review: Overall this book was ok. Nothing special about it. I am a cleaning business owner and noticed that the book was flawed. I would like the author to please show me where a person can get 1 million dollars worth of insurance for $250-$400 as the book states. Most people can not even get insured for that amount in any state until they have been in business for 3 years. The author left out a lot of information and I would not recommend this book to anyone who is serious about starting a cleaning business. The only thing decent in the book is the appendix, but even that is not detailed enough. I give it two stars for effort and because I am a nice person.

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Summary: Thanks!
Review: Thanks! We loved this book! Not your typical boring biz book.
It really seems geared toward people who are starting up without a lot of money. We found the information on taxes and advertising very helpful, we've gotten some new clients based on the search engine information. Very humorous book too. Nice job.
I also recommend Don Aslat's book.

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Summary: Absolutley Wonderful!
Review: This book not only details the ins and outs of running a cleaning business, but it also deals with the emotional and cultural issues that surround housecleaners. This book taught me a lot about dealing with problem people/customers. I especially liked the section on how to get rid of bad customers. No one ever touches on those points, and I'm really glad that these two authors do. Bravo for a book written by human beings and not machines!