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Tips on How to Start a Successful Janitorial Service Business

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You may be looking for a new outlet for your next big business endeavor - have you ever thought about starting a janitorial cleaning company? Source: http://www.newhorizon.org/credit-info/start-successful-janitorial-service-business/

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Have you ever thought about starting a janitorial cleaning company?

With a surprisingly low start up and a recession-proof business plan, janitors are always in demand and you can find that starting a company like this can be a great path to success.

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Outlets for Janitorial Cleaning Business Services:● Residential cleaning ● Commercial cleaning (Offices)● Hospitals● Restaurants● Schools● Government buildings and more,

you have plenty of options to get the ball rolling.

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Janitorial Service Business Company Name

First, you will have to come up with a name of your company. Try to pick a name that stands out and beats the competition.

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You will want to work on the backbone of your business first, how it will run, how you will hire and pay employees, how you will manage clients and, of course, plenty of contracts for employees and clients.

You will want to start a website and obtain a phone number for your business – and make sure it is promoted all over the web, the yellow pages, and in print ads.

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All of these things should be considered so you can find new clients – and be sure to offer all your services, rates and other information on the website in detail.

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● Start looking into the more difficult standards of starting your cleaning business.

● Create an EIN number with the IRS, your business social security number.

This can be done easily on their website or by calling them.

● File that number with your local city and state for tax purposes.

Once you are “legally” running your business, you can then apply for insurance, which is a very good idea with a janitorial company.

The Difficult Part

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Lastly, make sure you have all the supplies that you need for the job. Work with wholesalers for the best prices on bulk cleaning products.

Supplies

There are plenty of items to consider purchasing for your cleaning company, but make sure to be smart and conscious of your spending habits.

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The goal will be to find new regulars that will keep your staff at work. With proper insurance and plenty of supplies, your business will be guaranteed to be successful. Don’t forget to come up with plenty of procedures and protocol to make sure both employees and clients are satisfied. The path to success is paved (and so shiny and clean) for your future cleaning business!