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Consider Starting a Pressure Washing Business

Filed under General Interest, power washing by Doc on December 30, 2009 at 6:12 pm {no comments}

While you can find countless reasons for people to operate his or her own business these days, there are some exceptionally good reasons to think about a pressure washing business. The very first reason is attributable to human nature. A small business has more chance of success when it is performing a task which isn’t very popular or enjoyable for a lot of people. The majority of homeowners will not pay out the money for their own power washer when they consider they’ll most likely only use it once a year or so. This coupled with the case that pressure washing may be dirty and tiring work suggests most homeowners will gladly hire somebody to care for this need.

The second reason for one to consider a pressure washing business is the relatively cheap equipment cost of starting up the business. Generally the business can be started by using a regular gasoline power washer usually sold at major home stores. A great choice is a popular model which is readily available with all the essential components. While it might be argued that customers will be more impressed with big commercial grade equipment, the plain truth is the sensible business owner needs to be profitable as quickly as possible. Once the business is up and running the owner can upgrade with more heavy duty commercial equipment. It is often good to put off getting the more expensive specialized machines like hot water equipment until one is sure they’ll be of use. Too many new business owners have stuffed their garages with pricey machines which they never use subsequent to listening to the claims of sales people.

A third reason which makes pressure washing an excellent home business is ease with which this kind of business might be promoted. With proper control of marketing, you can have your telephone ringing without wasting thousands of dollars on commercial advertising. It is a good rule to localize your marketing when beginning. The key to this is learning from someone who knows the tips to successfully running a small home based business like pressure washing. Again, this is an area were advertising professionals will gladly sell the new business owner costly advertising if the owners are not aware of their real needs.

In most of these circumstances, the new business owner is wise to locate and follow an effective pressure washing business plan provided by a trusted source. Clearly, your local competition isn’t going to aid you so the internet is a great source of information. An excellent point is to look for an creator of a business plan who honestly speaks from experience and not just another article writer. The author should also be active in the business during these hard financial years which should guarantee the business plan will be current with tips that work right now and not out dated information. So if an individual is considering going into business for themselves and is actually capable of this physical work, starting a pressure washing business would be a good choice.

For more information on starting a pressure washing business, click here.

You Should Follow a Carpet Cleaning Business Plan For Long Term Success

Filed under Cleaning Business, General Interest by Doc on December 15, 2009 at 7:48 pm {no comments}

Starting a carpet cleaning business is a great idea for anyone who would like to be their own boss. The business is attractive because it is relatively easy to startup with little capital. Your startup costs are relatively small if you research cleaning equipment carefully. The key to success is following the best carpet cleaning business plan you can find.

The worse thing a new business owner can do is to ask the advice of equipment retailers before buying equipment. These characters will sell the newbie everything and anything they can to increase their commissions. Unfortunately, it is quite common for new business owners to spend their limited funds on tools and supplies they’ll never need. A much better way to start is to patiently study the carpet cleaning business and decide what type of carpet cleaning you would like to perform. When the new business owner targets a specific type of carpet cleaning, he or she can more easily target the exact equipment needed to do the best job. Following a good carpet cleaning business plan will provide guidance in equipment purchasing as well as business operations.

Over the years, I’ve seen the best carpet cleaners fail when they started their own businesses without proper guidance. The successful and profitable carpet cleaning business will be known for craftsmen of the trade as well as trusted employees. This really is one business where you can really be successful if you focus on the trade of cleaning and provide good service. It has been proven time and again, while most any business owner will teach their employees how to clean, they don’t share their business secrets.

While it is true that anyone can find many articles on carpet cleaning on the web, it is a good practice to always look at the source of the information. There are several very good sources for learning about the different types of carpet cleaning as well as many places where the very best floor care equipment can be purchased at reasonable prices. It is more of a challenge to find someone with experience who will share secrets and tips of the business itself. I suggest always looking for a source who has an extended amount of experience in the carpet cleaning business. You’ll find some good information on carpet cleaning business plans if you click through.
You will also find help on locating a carpet cleaning business plan here

Another Bonus for Business Package Buyers

Filed under Uncategorized by Doc on January 5, 2009 at 9:08 am {no comments}

A few months ago I started noticing a new trend in my own carpet cleaning business. At first I thought nothing special about it but then I took the time to analize what was happening. Next I contacted some old friends in the business and suggested they try something a bit different. It took some time to fully analize the results but it seems we stumbled on a new trend.
I’ve got a new tip that will boost your basic carpet cleaning job another $55 up to $200 for that same visit. Get this, basic tools you already have with you, and the service will take you less then an additional hour to perform in most cases.
As readers know, my theme has always been growing your profits per week instead of worrying about keeping busy. This tip falls right into that category.
You are already in the customer’s house, follow these tips and you’ll take home more cash from that one visit. The only additional cost to you is a hour of time and some “effort.”

I’m writing a special guide just to employ this “Tip”. Readers have reported they benefit the most from the sections where they can follow “step-by-step” instructions. So I’m creating this little add-on and including it in the complete business guide package.
If you’ve already purchased the full business package in the past 18 months, just send me an email with a copy of the Paypal receipt and I’ll send you a copy of this for free. This tip will work for those with house cleaning or carpet cleaning busineses.
I’ll eventually set this up as a stand along ebook report for $19.99 by itself also. I’m so confident about this that I know the readers will get their purchase price back the very first week they impliment it.

Time for a year end recap

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting, Internet Business, power washing by Doc on January 1, 2009 at 8:11 am {no comments}

I must admit that I’ve been busy with my own service business and have neglected updates on this site. So lets start off new in 2009′.
Most online marketers measure their success with their bottom line. Frankly, I’ve always used a different measuring stick. Of course my step-by-step guides create another source of income for me and I’m thankful for that. But I’m most thankful for the opportunity to share ideas and tips and hear the success stories of my readers.
In the months of Nov and Dec I received more then a dozen letters of thanks from readers. A couple from guys just starting out reported their success over the past 6 months by using my system and suggestions. I’ve also gotten several emails from business operators with over 20 years experience that picked up one idea or another that has proven to add to their bottom line.

Thats what this is all about. Personally speaking, I’ve been working since I was 15 years old. I’ve been servicing customers in one fashion or another for over 40 years now. But I’m fully aware that no one person has all the answers. But by sharing everything I’ve learned over the years, I’m still learning from my readers.

Times have never been so unsettled and many people wonder if “anything” works today? Well according to my subscribers, the answer is YES. A man or woman of any age can still earn a decent income from operating specific types of home service business. It is more evident then ever from my feedback that no one can depend on a secure income from any employer. It makes more sense then ever to start your own business and take control of your own life. So if you are reading this and still waiting for the best time to start a business, you are wasting time!

Take advantage of the season

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting by Doc on October 12, 2008 at 9:40 am {no comments}

There is no doubt that everyone is feeling the impact of this current lousy economy. For many years I’ve only recommended dropping our service prices under very special conditions. I strongly suggest being creative, especially due to the economy.

Let’s face it, most people have very little extra cash in their pockets and due to the uncertainty of every day life, their home care/maintenance has dropped down their list of priorities. But regardless of the economy, the American home owner will not neglect their holiday season. In less then a month, the national elections will be history. Most people will be looking forward to their holiday season. That is the time they will realize they need their carpets cleaned or a room or two painted for expected company.

My business guides go into some detail concerning advertising but due to the economy, why not get out a special mailing or new colored brochures or posters to those many places I recommend reaching the public in my guides. Emphasize a ‘new start’ for the new holiday season and new year.

You might even offer a special deal of some sort. Everybody is taking a financial beating so I’d suggest maybe adding an additional room to your base cleaning fee if you do carpet cleaning. If you are a painter, try advertising a special price per room.

The most important point is to ACT NOW, don’t wait. Get your local advertising going now
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Could you target a new customer?

Filed under Uncategorized by Doc on September 1, 2008 at 4:53 pm {no comments}

As mentioned in an earlier post, use the current economy to your benefit.

Home sales are at record lows. The problem is simple: too many homes on the market and too few people can or want to finance a house right now. This will definitely change in the future but home sellers need to present their homes in the best possible light if they want to get any serious shoppers. You might offer special packages of your services. The key is to be creative and fill their current need.

Thats where you come in. Try promoting your services with the idea of helping your customers showcase their homes for sale. You might ever go so far as creating new brochures just for this purpose.

I know of a young man who created a brochure showcasing packages of his services. He provided house painting and floor or carpet cleaning services. He then wrote a printed a small article on the subject of the importance of presentng your home in the best possible condition to new house hunters. Then he drove through local deveopments and left the info in the front door of those homes with ‘for sale’ signs. (warning- do not leave in the mail box).

Guess what, in the first 20 or so flyers delivered he got 2 jobs. You tell me, was it worth the effort?

Take advantage of economy-advertising services

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting, power washing by Doc on August 28, 2008 at 4:43 pm {no comments}

In my business guides I go into detail of how to advertise in various ways that will reach your specific customers. That information is more important today then ever.

Personally I’ve been receiving more solicitation for advertising then I have in years. As many readers know, I haven’t paid for advertising in years so this shows that the advertisers are getting desperate for new customers. Don’t fall for it. Remember they are not doing you any favors at all. If you do decide to use ANY type of paid advertising today, don’t be afraid to ask for reduced rates. Especially if you will be a new customer with them.

Think “outside the box” and don’t be afraid to use new ways of reaching your customers. The question is: do you really know who your customers are?

Take advantage of the current economy-trucks

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting, power washing by Doc on August 26, 2008 at 4:21 pm {no comments}

As small business owners we can sit back and cry about the competition and the economy or we can use current conditions to our advantage. I’m still recommending starting a small service business as one way to secure your future during ANY economic times.

Lets look at the number 1 subject received in feedback this summer. That is dealing with the high cost of fuel and the slow economy. I’ve gotten feedback from guys who have been in business for decades complaining about conditions. In many cases, one of their faults is that they are still doing things as they did for the past 10 years and expect the same results. That is mistake #1.

Look at your service business as if you were just starting out. See where you might benefit from the current economic situation and take action. Don’t sit and worry about tomorrow, take positive action now.

For example, due to the fact I’m personally downsizing my business (related to my retirement-not the economy), I’ve been shopping for a smaller vehicle. If you are in the market for a business truck, this is the time to act. You can get unbelievable deals on used full size pickup trucks and vans.

Of course owners are trading in larger vehicles like crazy since they never really needed them to begin with. Be realistic, you know how large a truck you need. I was speaking to someone I know in truck sales and was told the obvious. Dealers are swimming in full size trucks. I saw a great business van shown on sale at 17,000 and my friend told me candidly that they would accept any bid over 13000 just to move it off the lot. It made me consider it seriously myself.

The point is, if you need a full size truck or van, see what kind of deal you get.

Business is Down…should I reduce my prices?

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting, Internet Business, power washing by Doc on August 24, 2008 at 4:15 pm {no comments}

I’ve received this question several times over the past month or so. Lets set some things straight.

First, there is nothing wrong with lowering your prices if you honestly feel that is why your business is slow. But lets be honest, the economy is in the worse shape its been in for the past 30 years at least. The fact of the matter is that most every one’s business is off. I personally do not know of anyone in ANY type of business that isn’t hurting to a degree.

Most readers provide services related to updating or maintaining homes. Most homeowners are having problems making ends meet due to fuel prices. You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to appreciate the financial pressure that most homeowners are facing.

An alternative to lowering your prices might be to focus on another target customer with a specific service. More to follow on this subject.

Biggest Problem Faced in July 2008

Filed under carpet cleaning, Cleaning Business, house painting, power washing by Doc on July 28, 2008 at 7:42 am {no comments}

Well the results of our feedback has become quite obvious. The most widely spread concern across this country facing small contractors is increased competition and lower profits. So in the coming weeks we’ll try to offer suggestions for becoming more profitable and competing during these trying economic times.

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