How to Start an Office Cleaning Business from Home

Did you ever wonder why people who insist on cleanliness and orderly homes and office are referred to as neat FREAKS? Why is it that the people who enjoy a relaxed, less than organized household aren't the freaks? At any rate… if you enjoy, or can even merely tolerate cleaning, and do a decent job with the task – there's a business waiting for you.

Office cleaning is a job that could be completed during off hours, early mornings or late evenings. This works well for some, when a spouse is home to watch the children. If you prefer to work days while the children are in school, there is plenty of work to fit that schedule.

To start an office cleaning business you'll need some basic supplies – vacuum cleaner, dust mops, broom, window cleaner, sanitizer, and some rubber or latex gloves. You'll also need business cards and flyers describing your services.

Since your clients will be local offices, you are best to drop off a media kit consisting of a letter describing your experience and services offered. Also leave them with a couple of business cards – never just one. Include a discount coupon and maybe a small promo item like a magnet; then follow-up a week later to schedule their first cleaning.

A downside might be that you'll need to be, or should be, bonded and insured. Clients want to know that you're not going to go into their office and steal from them. You may also face stiff competition from larger companies who already have a brunt of the business.

Don't let that discourage you. Price yourself competitively. Perhaps offer to clean their office for free – once. If you want to make this business work, it will. You're limited only by your dreams.

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