What is a good name for a carpet cleaning company to use that is starting up.?
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How about "Magic Carpet Cleaning Company"
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try one of the big companies
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if you have some time before it's due, i would write, email, or call a detergent company. offer to use their detergent and a competitor's. you could end up getting some free goodies for this
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Start your own car wash and wax business...;
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GO to ask jeeves or try looking up the company's website.
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Thats a tough choice, It depends on how bad the carpet really is. Personally, I think I would go with the carpet allowance.
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Think of a company that uses an unusual amount.....call them and ask where they get it.....or ask for the brand.....look it up on the net......call information.....These companies have already done the home work all you have to do is use it....otherwise SAM'S CLUB is your best bet...
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There are 2 components to the business you want to start. 1) mobile and 2) dry cleaning.\n\nYou may be able to get started with your day to day car. As business develops though, a van will be necessary.\n\nFor the dry cleaning, you probably don't want to invest in starting one from scratch, so use one that is up and running. My suggestion is finding a local dry cleaner to partner with. Tell them you are starting this business and you need to service a number of clients in the area and what kind of discounts they can offer.\n\nOnce you've determined a price, you can market that price plus a profit to your perspective clients. Take into account, driving time, gas cost, and the dry cleaner's turn around.\n\nYou are basically going to begin this business as the dry cleaner's driver, but once volume picks up and you are sending them lots of business, you will need to renegotiate the cost to make it more profitable for you. \n\nThe hardest part is getting started.\n\nGood luck!
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I had no idea Barbie cleaned carpets.  Times are rough, I guess.  Good luck.
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I think that the business is in some type of home repairs, such as tv repairs, or appliance repairs...........possbly computer. I actually like the name pretty well in fact, considering I myself do in-home repairs of electronics. Thanks for the idea....mind if I use it? I AM serious , by the way......and it IS a good name!
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There are several women in my church who are in business for themselves cleaning homes and offices.  Their best advertisement is word of mouth.  I have not used their services, mainly because I don't know what they cost.  I don't like haggling or even rejecting people because their fees are too high, but it's something I definitely would like to take advantage of.  Perhaps you can offer some 'first time customer' and referral specials.  Because the person will be coming into my home, I wouldn't hire someone without a personal recommendation from someone I trust.\n\nAnd for the record, I strongly recommend NOT putting flyers on people's cars.  First of all, there are local laws that sometimes prohibit that (I know - I campaigned for one in my town).  Secondly, I get VERY annoyed when someone takes the liberty of touching my car.  That is a surefire way  to get me riled up enough to not only NOT use the services being advertised, but to make sure all my friends know how inconsiderate the business is as well.  My car is one of the prizes I've worked hard for - don't mess with it!
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First you need a name for your new management company, second you need employees and names and phone numbers of different kind of contractors like plumbers, electricians, basically any kind of contractor that is needed for apartment repairs.\n\nAlso all contractors that you find should have 24 Hour emergency service, as you never know when a apartment that your company manages needs a service visit.\n\nThird thing you need is good quality advertising in the local yellow pages telephone directory.
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Red Wheel. or car washes. we do that for stuco. makes tons of money. good luck
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Call the Better Business Bureau in the city where they are located.\n\nHere you go, I looked them up the National Better Business Bureau register (the link is below) they look pretty clean.
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Check out the library - there are some good books out on starting a cleaning business.\n\nThen network - call apartment complexes and see about prepping apartments for new tenents.\n\nCall homebuilders or realtors and let them know you clean houses and are willing to prep homes for the new homeowners.\n\nAnd just let people know what you're doing.
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google search there are loads of companys out there
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You can start by reading the article "Starting a Janitorial and Cleaning Service Business" at  http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol95/janitorial.htm. The article contains information on startup strategies, operational considerations (prices, manpower, finding suppliers), and marketing the business. \n\nFrom the article, here are some tips:\n\n1. The first step to marketing your business is deciding who your potential customers are and determining the types of services you could offer. \n\n2. The best way to market this business is through cold calling. Drive through the area to look for newly opened businesses, buildings or facilities. Then introduce yourself to the landlords ­ your potential clients ­ and request for an opportunity to bid on their cleaning contract. \n\n3. Draw up a better and more professional proposal by learning firsthand the needs of the potential customer, as well as the layout of the facility (e.g. type of carpeting, etc.)\n\n4.  Networking is another effective strategy to get ahead in the janitorial business. Aside from newly opened buildings, get a list of companies that are downsizing or laying off cleaning staffs.\n\n5. Word of mouth is another effective form of advertising a janitorial service. It can be generated through favorable feedback from your existing clients that will hopefully filter to other building owners or entrepreneurs in your area.\n\n6. If you decide to embark on advertising, you can try placing an ad in newspapers or trade journals in your area. \n\n7. You can also try direct mailing to potential customers, sending them information and brochures about your business.\n\n\n\nFor detailed information I suggest you read the following books:\n\n- Janitorial Service Businesses : Strategies for Promoting, Estimating, and Bidding Cleaning Services \n- The Janitorial Contractors Bible \n- Introduction to Janitorial Service Contracting : How to Succeed in Your Own Cleaning Business \n- Cleaning Up for a Living: Everything You Need to Know to Become a Successful Building Service Contractor \n- Introduction to Janitorial Service Contracting : How to Succeed in Your Own Cleaning Business