I’m hoping to gain some clarity and what to do as I go through the process of starting up a business. Originally I had planned to start up a lawn care and snow removal company. While speaking to my local small business advisor I had mentioned that I was currently cleaning houses on the side for friends and family. I asked if I should drop this to focus solely on creating the lawn care business and she perked up and suggested that I combine them to offer whole home services. Initially I thought it to be a great idea but I’m wondering what the hive mind thinks. Is it too much? Just right? This would be strictly on a residential basis for both the exterior and interior services.
Do not count commercial business out. Those contracts are steady pay if you can get established. I knew a guy that supported 5 kids and a stay at home mom just by changing air filters on the roofs of Walmart buildings. He is a commercial pilot but made more money exchanging the filters.
I’d hire you! I wish someone would also just do true WHOLE home maintenance. I want someone to change my air filters, smoke alarm batteries, clean out vents, all that good stuff so I can take it off my mental list.
Now there’s an idea! Thank you!
I’ll second this.
Include refrigerator vents and the like too.
Franchise Consultant Here! Home Service Businesses are big right now! Since many people have low interest rates on their mortgage they are staying put and reinvesting in their homes rather than moving. Lot’s of opportunity for recurring revenue.
I work with several home service franchise opportunities with low start-up cost and the potential for high returns.
Here are some examples of our most popular with low investment and start-up costs.
- Whole Home Maintenance
- Dryer Vent Cleaning
- Pest Control
- Painting
- Carpet Cleaning
- Garage Organization
- Window Cleaning.
If you’re considering a home service franchise business, feel free to send me a DM.
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