Cleaning Business Owner Forums http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/ Cleaning business forums and message boards provide help and guidance for starting your own cleaning business. Cleaning company forms, peer support, advice, live chat, green products, and marketing materials from ICA, the cleaning trade association. en Sat, 31 Jul 2010 20:38:18 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png Cleaning Business Owner Forums http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/ Fist Time Post Construction Clean up! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18906-Fist-Time-Post-Construction-Clean-up!&goto=newpost Sat, 31 Jul 2010 16:39:02 GMT Hello I have been asked to provide a quote for a post construction clean up in a 5,000 sqft building. They want it done by the end of next week... Hello


I have been asked to provide a quote for a post construction clean up in a 5,000 sqft building. They want it done by the end of next week and I need to come up with a quote soon. I will be taking a look at the facility on Monday.

What are some of the things I need in terms of equipment? I figured I used our backpack vacuums to dust all ledges and flooring using the boar's hair attachment. Mop the tile floors is there are any.


Anything else I should look for? Also, what is the going price for PCC on a 5,000 sqft building? How long do you think it will take?

This would be our first PCC clean up and I am hoping that I can take on their regular cleaning if I end up doing a good job for them.

Thanks Forum ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum is300wrx http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18906-Fist-Time-Post-Construction-Clean-up! Newbie! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18904-Newbie!&goto=newpost Sat, 31 Jul 2010 12:39:31 GMT Good Morning, I am new to this site. Love all the information you all have provided me with. A great way to learn new things for work! Please add... Good Morning,

I am new to this site. Love all the information you all have provided me with. A great way to learn new things for work! Please add me as a friend on here or on FB.

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work website

www.hrmaid4hire.webs.com ]]> Introductions Reflections Cleaning Service http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18904-Newbie! Apartment Carpet Cleaning Skill Set? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18903-Apartment-Carpet-Cleaning-Skill-Set&goto=newpost Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:30:08 GMT In addition to standard carpet cleaning, what other services do you guys see that I may need to pick up in order to effectively do apartment carpet... In addition to standard carpet cleaning, what other services do you guys see that I may need to pick up in order to effectively do apartment carpet cleaning? I've had a few complexes say just carpets only are fine when others say stretching, dying and patching are neccessary. I'm not wanting to become a carpet "god" :bow:but understand additional services can mean extra income. Not real sure where to learn the additional services or if they are even needed to succeed? ]]> Carpet Cleaning Board shinedown http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18903-Apartment-Carpet-Cleaning-Skill-Set Content for Cleaning website http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18900-Content-for-Cleaning-website&goto=newpost Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:21:08 GMT I would like some referrals on someone who would write fresh content for my website Thank you in advance! I would like some referrals on someone who would write fresh content for my website


Thank you in advance! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum A1cleaning Service http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18900-Content-for-Cleaning-website <![CDATA[Pleased to "meet" you all....]]> http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18899-Pleased-to-quot-meet-quot-you-all....&goto=newpost Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:13:07 GMT Hello all- I am from the Buffalo, NY area. Started a cleaning business last July. I have been getting by since then, which has been pleasantly... Hello all-
I am from the Buffalo, NY area. Started a cleaning business last July. I have been getting by since then, which has been pleasantly surprising. Starting the business was a complete leap of faith to say the least. I am starting to grow the business, I have a gal working with me here and there. I am most of you know the stress and excitement of growing from self employed, to an employer. Looking forward to getting to know you all, and thanks much in advance for any help and advice you offer.

Mary ]]> Introductions mzientek http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18899-Pleased-to-quot-meet-quot-you-all.... <![CDATA[Help on pricing "extras"]]> http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18896-Help-on-pricing-quot-extras-quot&goto=newpost Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:09:40 GMT Hi all, I am hoping someone may be able to help me determine a fair rate for some extras at an office building that I currently clean. I will... Hi all,
I am hoping someone may be able to help me determine a fair rate for some extras at an office building that I currently clean. I will give as much info as possible but it will be tough lol. I have noticed that all of the doors and file cabinets, baseboards, etc could use a good cleaning. The office is approx. 11,000 sq.ft. and is a financial building with lots of wood. All doors are solid wood and not painted, approx. 40 of them. Some have glass in them and some are just wood. Some of the hallways have wood halfway up the wall. There are 10 cubicle areas that need file cabinets parts of the particians wiped down. I typically dust the baseboards but they have sprayed an insect repellent it seems and the "spray" is visible on the trim. This was done a couple of months ago. I would like to offer to do these services, see if they bite, and be armed with an idea of what I should charge. Any hlep is appreciated! ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum UptownGirl http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18896-Help-on-pricing-quot-extras-quot Bid Help on 52,000 sq ft office bldg http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18895-Bid-Help-on-52-000-sq-ft-office-bldg&goto=newpost Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:20:51 GMT Will be placing a bid on a 52,000 sq ft office bldg. They are requesting general cleaning only and contractor provided the equipment, cleaning...
Will be placing a bid on a 52,000 sq ft office bldg. They are requesting general cleaning only and contractor provided the equipment, cleaning chemicals and supplies for 152 employees. Will have 2 employess on staff with myself as supervisor. This is a public building. They are allowing 5 hours to complete. Quarterly srubb one floor hallway and 4 restrooms. any suggestions are welcomed procleaning101@yahoo.com
]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum professionalcleaning http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18895-Bid-Help-on-52-000-sq-ft-office-bldg Waste baskets http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18892-Waste-baskets&goto=newpost Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:30:21 GMT This may seem trivial, but really it's not. We recently picked up an account that has close to a hundred personal waste baskets. Everyone of these are the light colored ones that show everything. Normally we clean the outside as we go, but there are so many that have been ignored.

My question, have you ever charged extra for cleaning and sanitizing waste baskets. It only takes 30 seconds to pull a liner and replace, but it would take forever to clean each one. Half had liners half didn't. So we have a bunch with all kinds of crud in the bottom. I know it wouldn't make any money really, but I hate having nasty cans that we could clean, just don't want to take the extra time to clean each one.
Just curious. ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum ESOF http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18892-Waste-baskets Welcome, Hello, Hi, http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18889-Welcome-Hello-Hi&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:24:51 GMT One word....that is all it takes to make someone feel at home here at GCA. So next time you come through the introduction area to see who decided... One word....that is all it takes to make someone feel at home here at GCA.

So next time you come through the introduction area to see who decided to join us, before leaving type in one word to show them how hospitable we are as an Association. Let's make them feel welcomed.

If you are just visiting yourself and have not joined up...what are you waiting for. Come on in and say Hi..we would love to get to know you too. ]]> Introductions breatheez http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18889-Welcome-Hello-Hi How BEST to clean Fake Lambs Wool Area Rug http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18887-How-BEST-to-clean-Fake-Lambs-Wool-Area-Rug&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:30:29 GMT This is my own area rug. A fairly cheap, fake lambs wool like of thing. It's filthy. I moved my furniture to vacuum under it and oh my gosh! It's just regular dirt and grime from having two little boys who have spilled a coke, tracked in some dirt. I want to clean it quickly while they are with their Dad. I want to call someone to do it--but should I ask for steam or what? I have only hardwood floors and no experience at carpet. I'm just looking for a fairly quick fix here. ]]> Carpet Cleaning Board Meri West http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18887-How-BEST-to-clean-Fake-Lambs-Wool-Area-Rug <![CDATA[Hey, I'm SteveR]]> http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18885-Hey-I-m-SteveR&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:50:19 GMT How are you? I am new to cleaning forums. This forum is very helpful to members in this industry. How are you? I am new to cleaning forums. This forum is very helpful to members in this industry. ]]> Introductions SteveR http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18885-Hey-I-m-SteveR Never Clean Again University http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18884-Never-Clean-Again-University&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:16:40 GMT Has anyone gone through Debbie Sardone's "Never Clean Again University"? What did you think of it? ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum lisabowden http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18884-Never-Clean-Again-University Need help on Post Office Bid http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18883-Need-help-on-Post-Office-Bid&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:12:03 GMT I have an opportunity to bid on a local Post Office and would really appreciate some help. The building is 13179 square feet with 1 office,locker... I have an opportunity to bid on a local Post Office and would really appreciate some help.

The building is 13179 square feet with 1 office,locker room,supply room,lunch room, 2 restrooms.
They want it cleaned during the day and Monday through Friday.

Every day the rooms need to be kept clean, trash cans emptied and floors swept.

Weekly the exterior areas need to be swept.

Quarterly the interior and exterior glass washed,dust walls,dust and wash blinds,clean storage areas

I may hire someone or do it myself. I have liability insurance and bonded.

How many hours will it take to clean? I thought about bidding at .10 per square feet but, that seems low. When I figure out what I want to make per hour and expenses it seems to high.

I need help! I am :aargh:going crazy and the bidding ends soon.

Thanks in advance,
Renee ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum lachrisbren http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18883-Need-help-on-Post-Office-Bid First Employee fired, unemployment ?s http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18882-First-Employee-fired-unemployment-s&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:12:10 GMT I finally had to break down and fire my first employee. She has been with me since April 19th and I've had problems with her from the start. Finally I had enough and I fired her. She is freaking out and sending me nasty emails (Which I am not responding to) which include things about the job and random things of how I hid from her at Walmart. Anyways, long story short I fired her and she nicely asked why she was fired. I told her because her cleans were not up to the standards of our company nor the Military housing office we work for and that having Childcare was a requirement of the position (I have texts where she said she wasn't coming into work because she didn't get a babysitter). She sent back that she is "turning me in" and that she is filing for unemployment. Thankfully California is an "at will" state which means I can fire someone for pretty much anything (as long as it is legal) and I do not have to give out prior warning. I'm still pretty sick about all of this.

As far as the unemployment goes she has only worked for me from April 19- July 23rd which is only 13 weeks. She can't file in that short amount of time can she?

I do have documentation that the houses were not cleaned and the housing office said they would vouch for how bad she cleaned. Anyways, I just needed to get this off my chest and get some advice! Thank you!! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum sudsnthebucket http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18882-First-Employee-fired-unemployment-s Frat House HELP! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18881-Frat-House-HELP!&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:48:05 GMT Here's my ordeal. I got a call about cleaning a fraternity house. The guy I spoke with said he wants a 'deep cleaning' of the downstairs. He didn't know the square footage, but says it's 7 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a laundry room. The bathroom has 3 sinks, 3 showers, 2 urinals, and 2 stalls. I have no idea what to quote for this job, so I'm going to tell him hourly.

What I'm struggling with is payment. I'm assuming this will be a big job. How do I ensure that when we are finished, we will be compensated? :? ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Courtney6983 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18881-Frat-House-HELP! Help bidding on a massage parlor........................ http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18880-Help-bidding-on-a-massage-parlor........................&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:10:22 GMT Hello guys, I need help with submitting a bid for a massage parlor. A janitorial bid calculator that I use came up with 1040.00 per month (2... Hello guys,

I need help with submitting a bid for a massage parlor. A janitorial bid calculator that I use came up with 1040.00 per month (2 people @ 3 hours per cleaning) but I think I did it wrong. I also put in 20.00 per man hour. Does that sound right?

Here are the specifics:

Cleanable square footage is about 2500 sq ft.
All carpet except in the bathroom and kitchen.
2 Bathrooms (1 sink, toilet, sitting chair, and flower stand in each)
1 kitchen (1 table with 5 chairs, 1 sink, 1 microwave, cleaning of outside cabinets only, tile floors)
9 massage rooms (1 bed, 1 chair, 1 mirror, 1 towel warming station)
1 massage room ( 2 beds, 2 chairs, 1 mirror, 1 towel warming station)
Air vent to be vacuumed out ( 1 located in each room in the ceiling)
1 office area ( Dusting, vac, and windexing only)
1 sitting area (Dust tv, magazine rack, and table) (Vac sofa on top and behind)(clean pictures)
Clean inside of two glass doors in front desk area.
Take out trash
Clean and dust 4 shelves plus front desk (Front desk area)
Entire office to be cleaned once per week after 10:15 pm on any day of the week ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum Erikarene83@aol.com http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18880-Help-bidding-on-a-massage-parlor........................ Hello! My name is Terry. Glad to be hear! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18879-Hello!-My-name-is-Terry.-Glad-to-be-hear!&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:17:45 GMT I am a lead custodian for a elementry school in central California. I am starting a apartment cleaning business on the side. I would be so greatfull... I am a lead custodian for a elementry school in central California. I am starting a apartment cleaning business on the side. I would be so greatfull for any tips. Especialy on what to charge for vacent apartments. Correct me if this dosent sound fair, $65. for 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment,+ $10.for every additional bedroom or bath, + $15. for inside oven and $15. for inside fridge. Thanks You! Terry ]]> Introductions Terry08 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18879-Hello!-My-name-is-Terry.-Glad-to-be-hear! Silicone Footprint on Carpet http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18876-Silicone-Footprint-on-Carpet&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:02:27 GMT Argh---I was actually putting a sealant on a flat roof for a client but I didn't realize I had some on my shoe and I made one tiny footprint with silicone on the carpet. How the heck can I clean this up? Any ideas? I tried water--no use. It dried and I was able to scrape part of it off. Any ideas other than---um, next time, take OFF your shoes before you come inside! Something I do without fail at my own house! Client had left something burning on a stove so I just rushed in when I smelled smoke and didn't think to take off shoes. So your house didn't burn down but I ruined your carpet! Now what?

Many thanks.

Meri ]]> Carpet Cleaning Board Meri West http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18876-Silicone-Footprint-on-Carpet question on rental propety http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18875-question-on-rental-propety&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:43:05 GMT So I have been cleaning this rental property for over three years plus the owners home. I have never had any incidents other than a blind falling... So I have been cleaning this rental property for over three years plus the owners home. I have never had any incidents other than a blind falling and breaking a piece off a lamp that was already cracked. The owner's husband called and lectured me about it for over an hour, so you can see how they are about their things. I told him I have done a lot of work for them without incident, and good work.

So today I get a frantic call that the remote controllers are missing. I did not check them the last visit, but we think we know who is responsible. I am going there tomorrow. Obviously I need to make up a special checklist, there's always that one person that will steal. So my question is, am I responsible for new controllers, since I did not check and report immediately? I mean it can't be that expensive to go get universal ones if it will make them happy, probably more of a PIA than anything else, but how do I handle this if I can't find them? I don't want to lose this account because they give me a lot of work. ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum marie008 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18875-question-on-rental-propety What is the 250+ Club Member http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18874-What-is-the-250-Club-Member&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:31:37 GMT I just know I will be embarrassed for asking this but here goes--what is the 250+ Club Member? Go ahead. Let me have it! I just know I will be embarrassed for asking this but here goes--what is the 250+ Club Member? Go ahead. Let me have it! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Meri West http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18874-What-is-the-250-Club-Member Turboing tile pricing... http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18873-Turboing-tile-pricing...&goto=newpost Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:51:15 GMT Hey gang, hope everyone's summer is going well! I was wondering what a ballpark price per sq ft. of tile cleaned with a turbo is these days. Thanks for any info. ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum guaranteedclean http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18873-Turboing-tile-pricing... Introduction from Stephen Snider, ACE Janitorial http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18871-Introduction-from-Stephen-Snider-ACE-Janitorial&goto=newpost Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:33:42 GMT Hello Everyone: I want to introduce myself, my name is Stephen Snider. I own a local commercial janitorial company in Dallas. I really look... Hello Everyone:

I want to introduce myself, my name is Stephen Snider. I own a local commercial janitorial company in Dallas. I really look forward to sharing information with others in the same industry. No doubt we can all learn a tremendous amount from each other. Please let me know if I can be of service. ]]> Introductions ACE Janitorial http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18871-Introduction-from-Stephen-Snider-ACE-Janitorial Lost a client today.............. http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18867-Lost-a-client-today..............&goto=newpost Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:54:04 GMT ...BECAUSE they got a dog!?

Usually people get a dog and WANT a cleaner, right? That's been our experience in over a decade of doing this. This person is older, only has us come monthly, but we've worked for her and her husband for probably 6 years. They got a new puppy last time we were there to clean, just got him that day. We were supposed to go back next week for the next clean, and she called to let us know that she spends so much time cleaning up after the dog that she might as well just clean the house.

Does the dog use the toilets? The showers? No, people do, and we've been cleaning those things for 6 years because she couldn't. Does he dust? Perhaps he cleans up the stove when he's done?

I don't get it. She has always loved us, given us referrals, etc. They have plenty of money. It is actually because of the dog, and she acknowledged on the phone that she might realize in a few weeks that she can't take care of it. But I just don't get the ease with which you dump a person that has worked for you for 6 years when you're not even sure you can take care of it on your own, nor have you been cleaning your house for the past 6 years, and you've had foot surgery and all kinds of things that would preclude you from doing half of what we do.

Sometimes this business is so frustrating, because things just don't make a lot of sense. We have now lost a total of 6 clients this summer, many of them ones we've had for years. Four have moved away to other states and countries, one got divorced, and one got a dog. We have another moving out of state likely in September. It is hard to take when your client list has so much turnover due to no fault of your own. Strange times. :wtf: ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum everclean http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18867-Lost-a-client-today.............. Scared! Bid Help Please http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18863-Scared!-Bid-Help-Please&goto=newpost Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:01:50 GMT I'm fairly new to this site, but I've been reading like crazy! I've been doing mostly residential, and seem to have bidding down for that. I have an opportunity to bid a newspaper office and need imput please.

I not sure on the exact square footage, but I'll try to provide as many details as I can.

1 small kitchen
2 small bathrooms
5 small offices
2 larger offices
1 main office with 3 separate work areas
carpeted stairs
upstairs conference room & 2 smaller rooms

I'd say approx 2500 sq ft total. It's mostly carpeted, would include trash removal (to outside dumpster), dusting (desks too if cleared). The upstairs conference room isn't used every week. They aren't happy with their current cleaning company. The first time would take longer, as there's some deeper cleaning to be done. It's a weekly cleaning, after hours on the weekend. It's an older building with lots of wood finishes.

Thanks for your help!
Stacey ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum stac http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18863-Scared!-Bid-Help-Please Deep Cleaning? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18862-Deep-Cleaning&goto=newpost Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:25:12 GMT I wanted to know what you all consider a deep cleaning? and if someone just wanted to do one room at a time and then the rest of the house just a... I wanted to know what you all consider a deep cleaning? and if someone just wanted to do one room at a time and then the rest of the house just a regular cleaning how would you charge that?

Thanks in advance for your help:)

Sherry ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum sarg836 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18862-Deep-Cleaning Residential Cleaning Price Help! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18861-Residential-Cleaning-Price-Help!&goto=newpost Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:54:14 GMT I've been approached so much in the last few months asking if I do regular cleanings in addition to my move out cleaning. I want to do it but the price configuring is what is holding me back. I'd say 95% of my clients will be military families so I want the prices to be something they can afford on the not so great pay that we get. Here is the square footage/bed.bath of the homes:

2/1.5: 1273sq
3/2.5: 1698-1838
4/2.5: 1471-1835
5/2: 1748

other housing:

2/1.5: 1483
3/2.5: 2235
4/2.5: 2448

Also, how much should I charge for the initial clean? Any advise on how to figure out what do clean on a weekly/biweekly/monthly? I'm super new to all of this!!

Thank you!! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum sudsnthebucket http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18861-Residential-Cleaning-Price-Help! A Very Big Thank You http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18859-A-Very-Big-Thank-You&goto=newpost Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:08:28 GMT I have been with this Association since 2005. I have been a Mentor in the Natural/Green area for quite some time now I have very rarely... I have been with this Association since 2005.

I have been a Mentor in the Natural/Green area for quite some time now

I have very rarely crossed over to the "wild side" but I have spent a lot of time in here recently.

Do you know what I found to be amazing......I didn't have to ask a question. Everything I needed to know was already here. I just had to keep punching in words in that little white search box at the top right of the page and "poof" like magic I was able to learn so much about the Commercial industry by the Masters themselves.

Thank you for your wisdom...thank you for the time spent....thank you for patiently answering the same questions over and over again (it seems that everyone asks for bid help, yet the answers are already there...maybe not the right square footage as yours or the specs might be a little different but if you take the time to calculate you will get your answers just from searching) Just plain thank you for caring enough to fill this forum with such amazing knowledge of the trade. ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum breatheez http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18859-A-Very-Big-Thank-You Looking for some help in bidding a 80,000 Sq Post construction clean up http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18858-Looking-for-some-help-in-bidding-a-80-000-Sq-Post-construction-clean-up&goto=newpost Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:47:18 GMT We have a National retail chain that recently went through a remodel. The construction company is also a national chain that does these types of... We have a National retail chain that recently went through a remodel. The construction company is also a national chain that does these types of remodels throughout the country. They we like us to bid what it will cost for general clean up. This involves, dusting, wiping down tops of shelves, deep cleaning 3 restroom, cleaning all entry way windows, to include pressure washing the front entrance sidewalks. All base board cleaning, scrubbing the tiles, vacuum entire store, and some more Misc things. What I am wondering is what should I charge by the square ft. Any help or guidance would be appreciated.

Thanks ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum Badgers_03 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18858-Looking-for-some-help-in-bidding-a-80-000-Sq-Post-construction-clean-up Simeon from NY http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18857-Simeon-from-NY&goto=newpost Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:42:26 GMT Hi Everyone, my name is Simeon (Sym-E-on). My brother and I recently started our own cleaning business, Quality Cleaning Services, in NY. We have a... Hi Everyone, my name is Simeon (Sym-E-on). My brother and I recently started our own cleaning business, Quality Cleaning Services, in NY. We have a combined 7 years experience in the business; primarily carpets, upholstery and floor care. Our goal is to build up our commercial cleaning accounts and we are currenlty trying to secure a fairly large Janitorial acct. I am currently looking for good infomatve resources, books, seminars, and literature to enhance our business and educate ourselves a much as possible. We are always open to suggestions and advice.

Best Regards,

Simeon ]]> Introductions QCS.NY http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18857-Simeon-from-NY Well, my very first walk on the wild side...... http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18851-Well-my-very-first-walk-on-the-wild-side......&goto=newpost Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:36:18 GMT I have dabbled in tiny offices where clients don't mind paying the same rate as my residentials...I have even ventured in to a dentist's world but I just did a walk thru of a production plant with 5 offices (each area containg at least 3 desks except for GM), a boardroom, kitchen...3 bathrooms and a production area.

I am excited!!!!!

I'm not sure why that is....

the money is less....

I have to downgrade the detailing stuff....

I have to deal with an ickky bathroom on the production floor....

I have to use a MOP

But I am sooooooooo excited.

I can't work the sales pitch like I should (on a commercial level).....I still end up being me...

scribbling a bunch of stuff on a piece of paper (I at least had a clipboard folder) which people look at and go HUH????

Conversing like we are friends...

talking about their place of business as if it were their home...

and what do I get!!!!!

The agreement between the potential client and the "almost out the door" janitorial service

The spec sheet of the "we promise but don't deliver" service

Notes on what was being missed....

and the amount being charged.

I don't know if I will get it...there are 2 other companies to look over the place but I'm confident I will be remembered.

I think I want to do this again.

I must be nuts!!!!! ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum breatheez http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18851-Well-my-very-first-walk-on-the-wild-side...... Single Mother Starting A Small Biz http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18850-Single-Mother-Starting-A-Small-Biz&goto=newpost Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:31:07 GMT Hi I am Akmccoy and I am a single mom with two girls 11&15. I am 37. I have always wanted to have my own biz. My mother has been an independent worker all my life. I have seen her start many ventures only to fail due to jumping in blind. She succeeded in cosmetology and does well. I totally respect her willingness to take a chance. I started this journey 5 years ago but i never got out the gate because the break up of my marriage left me burned out on many levels. But I am on my feet and ready to give it an honest try. The girls will be graduating soon and I am the only dependable parent, so I have a serious motivation to succeed. A close friend of mine is doing Forclosure trash outs and doing quite well. He has been my inspiration thus far.
AND NOW I HAVE ALL OF YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy!!! Anyway i want to eventually do trashouts as well buts I have decided to start with move in/move out apartment cleaning as i think this I can handle alone if need be. I have family and friends who want to help me with the work however i am focusing only on what I know i can do if push comes to shove. I had some cash on hand for a moment so i invested it in cleaning supplies cards flyers website biz lisence before it ended up elsewhere. Its motivating to be able to see these things infront of me. Sort of like writng the vision. I work full time 5am-1pm. Anyhow, Im ready to do some learning and get started........... ]]> Introductions akmccoy72 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18850-Single-Mother-Starting-A-Small-Biz SMB kleen http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18848-SMB-kleen&goto=newpost Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:11:18 GMT Hi! Im Melissa. Just starting cleaning business and have a few questions about turn cleaning. Thanks! Hi! Im Melissa. Just starting cleaning business and have a few questions about turn cleaning. Thanks! ]]> Introductions smbkleen http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18848-SMB-kleen A Cleaning Manual available for purchase? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18844-A-Cleaning-Manual-available-for-purchase&goto=newpost Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:36:08 GMT I was reading some old threads where April and maybe Rhonda were working on a cleaning manual--tips on how to properly clean and things NOT to do... I was reading some old threads where April and maybe Rhonda were working on a cleaning manual--tips on how to properly clean and things NOT to do when cleaning. Does anyone know if there is one available for purchase? I think Liz talked about having a cleaning or training manual, too. I am thinking about a manual that tells employees---not to mix bleach and ammonia, not to use scrub pads on stainless steel and how to clean brass versus chrome versus nickle et cetera. Anyone know of one from a member here I could buy? Thanks. ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Meri West http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18844-A-Cleaning-Manual-available-for-purchase glass chandlier fell http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18842-glass-chandlier-fell&goto=newpost Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:46:23 GMT OK So we cleaned a chandlier, just one that hangs in an entry way, has 6 panels of glass. We cleaned it 2 years ago and then a couple of months... OK So we cleaned a chandlier, just one that hangs in an entry way, has 6 panels of glass.
We cleaned it 2 years ago and then a couple of months ago, in May.
The lady called last week and wants me to pay or my insurance co.
So I talked to my agent, they are sending an investagtor. It is 22 years old and she wants me to buy a new one. I told her to go ahead and file a claim.
Lesson one
Have them sign a paper saying we are not responsable for anything that happens 2 months later.
Well, we won't be cleaning anymore entry way fixtures
And she was there the whole time watching us. I held the ladder and my husband cleaned the light.
This is my 1st claim ever, since 1996. I hope I win this one.
I will let you all know ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum tinarena http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18842-glass-chandlier-fell Help needed with crazy Craigslist Trunkslammer http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18840-Help-needed-with-crazy-Craigslist-Trunkslammer&goto=newpost Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:43:27 GMT This trunkslammer emailed me yesterday claiming I was stealing her system off of her Craigs ads. She then posted this ad claiming I stole her system!... This trunkslammer emailed me yesterday claiming I was stealing her system off of her Craigs ads. She then posted this ad claiming I stole her system!

http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/hss/1849695204.html

She claims I've stolen her system "word for word" and that she has been posting it for several months on Craigslist. Funny thing is her system looks a lot like mine but it's not "word for word" and I've been posting it for several years!!

I have been running this ad with the "Bay Clean System" on Craigs for three years and it's been on my website even longer. Here is my ad.
https://accounts.craigslist.org/post...49451908&db=lv


Any help flagging her ad is appreciated as I've called her and emailed her to no avail. ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Bay Clean http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18840-Help-needed-with-crazy-Craigslist-Trunkslammer Help with bid on 7500 sq ft medical building http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18838-Help-with-bid-on-7500-sq-ft-medical-building&goto=newpost Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:49:43 GMT Hi everyone, I just need some general advice if you please :) The building is 7500 sq ft, to be cleaned nightly. Empty trash, wash floors, all... Hi everyone, I just need some general advice if you please :)

The building is 7500 sq ft, to be cleaned nightly.

Empty trash, wash floors, all VCT tile, well there is an area rug to be vacuumed,
clean off desks and windows etc.

We supply all garbage bags and cleaning supplies

I figure it is 2 people at 3.5 hours.

Can anyone please give me a rough estimate of what you would charge for this?

Thanks much ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum belgar http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18838-Help-with-bid-on-7500-sq-ft-medical-building cleaning copper? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18836-cleaning-copper&goto=newpost Sat, 17 Jul 2010 19:03:15 GMT I tried a search and didn't get any return on 'copper', so thought I'd ask. I have a client moving into a new home. Master bath has copper sinks. What can I use to clean the basin and fixtures? Any suggestions are appreciated.

You all are great ! I love this site ::thumbs up::

thanks ! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum crysania777 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18836-cleaning-copper Orange Glo left streaks http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18835-Orange-Glo-left-streaks&goto=newpost Sat, 17 Jul 2010 01:59:02 GMT I just got an email from a customer who was very happy with our work last week. She asked what kind of cleaner we used on the floors because even... I just got an email from a customer who was very happy with our work last week. She asked what kind of cleaner we used on the floors because even though they had looked great, now they are starting to look really bad. And, she's tried to clean them herself twice but it's not helping. I used Orange Glo. Is there any way I can help her? I have two steam mops-Eureka and Haan. Would they work on the floors? ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum lisabowden http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18835-Orange-Glo-left-streaks E-Commerce and shopping for supplies online http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18833-E-Commerce-and-shopping-for-supplies-online&goto=newpost Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:16:49 GMT Good article here: http://www.cmmonline.com/article.asp?IndexID=6637424 Good article here:

http://www.cmmonline.com/article.asp?IndexID=6637424 ]]> Announcements Cleanpeers http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18833-E-Commerce-and-shopping-for-supplies-online Janiking is goig to what ? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18832-Janiking-is-goig-to-what&goto=newpost Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:13:12 GMT I read the following article today. I got a bad feeling about this. http://www.cmmonline.com/news.asp?N_ID=75550 I read the following article today. I got a bad feeling about this.

http://www.cmmonline.com/news.asp?N_ID=75550 ]]> Commercial Cleaning Forum 1st Amendment http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18832-Janiking-is-goig-to-what Anyone in Louisiana? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18831-Anyone-in-Louisiana&goto=newpost Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:41:23 GMT We were down there closing a big job this week and we got 3 calls from our truck being there and a couple of referrals from our new customer, plus we... We were down there closing a big job this week and we got 3 calls from our truck being there and a couple of referrals from our new customer, plus we sold the hotel we were staying at on refinishing all the marble on their property. It would be cool to have someone willing to partner up in the area. ]]> Floor Care Board Tom McNall http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18831-Anyone-in-Louisiana Working for a third party http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18825-Working-for-a-third-party&goto=newpost Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:49:59 GMT Hi,

I just wanted to run this new client by you. It seems they rent their house but are not paying for the renter's cleaning. The owner has sent me a deposit but I can only do minimal for the owner since the tenant is there.

I did a service agreement with the owner, but I mostly just asked for a deposit and an hourly rate as I had no idea ho what the tenant situation would be. I have worked for owners but they usually include the cleaning or sometimes, depending on the lease.
So do I need to do a service agreement with the tenant? Or just tell her (which we have asked) for a $200 deposit, and to pay me after the the other two cleanings. It seems she will only use me for 4 dates, and I imagine when she moves out I can clean the place well for the owner. I generally don't like these third party situations, but other than that it seems like a very good account. ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum marie008 http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18825-Working-for-a-third-party Someone--please make me finish my web site!! http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18824-Someone-please-make-me-finish-my-web-site!!&goto=newpost Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:42:06 GMT Okay, I'm venting. I can't claim PMS because I did that already last week. I have already paid for a web site and design. The designers are dragging their feet so I want to just give it to them. But I am getting so anal about it, I can't seem to finish or make up my mind what to say on it. Much of it, I don't think will even matter but I am hoping someone will help me "just do it." Today, by midnight, I want to finish my "About Us" page. But what the heck do people really want to know?! I am usually a one person business. I have cleaned since I was born. I love cleaning. I have never been arrested except for speeding. I like to do green stuff but I will do anything they want. Then I think, shoot, do I even NEED an "About Us" page?! I am feeling stuck and I really want to get my site up and functional. Help! Any Anti-Procrastination advice?! ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Meri West http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18824-Someone-please-make-me-finish-my-web-site!! <![CDATA[Do you have pictures of your "Before" & "After" work]]> http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18822-Do-you-have-pictures-of-your-quot-Before-quot-amp-quot-After-quot-work&goto=newpost Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:08:36 GMT I was looking for a thread that was just for the purposes of showing before and after work. I would love to see before and after pictures of projects... I was looking for a thread that was just for the purposes of showing before and after work. I would love to see before and after pictures of projects and the technique and chemicals used to produce such great results ]]> Residential Cleaning Business Forum Cityboy http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18822-Do-you-have-pictures-of-your-quot-Before-quot-amp-quot-After-quot-work Any info on Rotovac ? http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18820-Any-info-on-Rotovac&goto=newpost Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:44:41 GMT Does anybody here have the new Rotovac that just came out a while ago? If so how has it worked for you? Does anybody here have the new Rotovac that just came out a while ago? If so how has it worked for you? ]]> Carpet Cleaning Board 1st Amendment http://www.globalcleaningassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?18820-Any-info-on-Rotovac