Clean houses, collect cash, repeat weekly.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| All-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, disinfectant | $15-30 |
| Microfiber cloths (pack of 20) | $8-15 |
| Mop, broom, dustpan | $15-35 |
| Vacuum (if client doesn't have one) | $0-60 |
| Rubber gloves + caddy | $8-15 |
| Marketing materials | $10-25 |
| Total | $56-180 |
Get a caddy and fill it with: all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, disinfectant, microfiber cloths, scrub brush, and rubber gloves. Buy quality products -- they work faster and look more professional.
Create a checklist: kitchen (counters, sink, appliances, floor), bathrooms (toilet, shower, mirrors, floor), living areas (dust, vacuum, surfaces), bedrooms (make beds, dust, vacuum). Work top-to-bottom, left-to-right in every room.
Standard pricing: $25-35/hour or $80-150 per house (most homes take 2-3 hours). Flat-rate per house is better -- faster you get, more you earn per hour. Always do a walkthrough first.
Offer to clean for family friends, parents' coworkers, or neighbors at a discount. Get 3-5 cleans done, collect testimonials, and use those to market to strangers.
Post in local groups with your services, pricing, and any testimonials. Nextdoor is especially powerful for cleaning services because people trust their neighbors.
After a great first clean, ask: "Would you like to set up a weekly or bi-weekly schedule? I offer a 10% discount for recurring clients." Recurring clients are your financial foundation.
Full house clean: kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, vacuum, mop. 2-3 hours for average home.
Everything in standard plus baseboards, inside appliances, window sills, behind furniture. First-time or seasonal clean.
Complete top-to-bottom clean of empty home. Higher price point, high demand from renters and landlords.
Copy these templates, fill in your details, and start marketing today. Every template is tested and proven.
HATE CLEANING? SAME. BUT I'M GOOD AT IT. [Your Name] -- Professional House Cleaning ✓ Kitchens, bathrooms, living areas ✓ Weekly, bi-weekly, or one-time ✓ Reliable & thorough Standard clean from $80 First clean 15% off! Text [Phone] for a free estimate.
Hi neighbors! I'm offering professional house cleaning in [Area]. I bring all supplies, work from a detailed checklist, and make sure your home sparkles. Weekly/bi-weekly slots available. First clean is 15% off! DM me or text [Number].
"Thanks for having me! I'd like to walk through each room so I can give you an accurate quote. I'll also ask about any areas you want special attention on. For a home this size, a standard clean would be $[X] and take about [X] hours."
Just cleaned your neighbor's house! Want yours done too? [Name] -- Local Cleaning Pro From $80/clean • All supplies included Text [Number] for 15% off your first clean.