Starting Your Own Cleaning Business

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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13Lessons
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14Exams &
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138Students
have taken this course -
5Hours
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0.5CEUs
Course Description
Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to be a subject matter expert to start a new business. However, having a guide to follow definitely gives you the upper hand. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or new to being self-employed, this comprehensive course to starting your very own cleaning business will ensure that you are well informed when it comes to getting started and being successful. Here are just a few of the things that will be covered in this course:
· Deciding What Type of Services to Offer
o You need to decide whether you want to offer residential, commercial services, or both. This course will cover the qualification, requirements, and the licensure that you are going to have to have to operate your new business.
· Developing a Business Plan
o All successful businesses need a strong business plan. This is especially important when it comes to funding your business. Following this guide will not only help you get started with creating a business plan, but it will also help you grow your business and be successful.
· Setting Up Your Business Structure
o Before you can hit the ground running, you will need to set up the right business structure for your business. This will include setting up a name, making sure your business operates legally when it comes to clients and employees, as well as making sure you are properly insured.
These are just a few of the valuable topics that you are going to learn from taking this course. We challenge you to take the next step to financial independence today!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: The Demand and Driving Forces Behind These Services
Lesson 1 Video
Review Article: How to Start a Cleaning Business
Review Video: How to Start a House Cleaning Business
Take Survey: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Lesson 1 Quiz
Lesson 2: Cleaning Service Types - Residential Cleaning Service
Lesson 2 Video
Review 2 Videos: Starting a Residential Cleaning Business: Recommended Cleaning Products; Guide On How To Start a Cleaning Business
Complete: Lesson 2 Quiz
Lesson 3: Cleaning Service Types - Floor Cleaning Service
Lesson 3 Video
Review 2 Articles: Speed Cleaning Tips From Professional Cleaners; How to Start a Cleaning Business
Review Video: Start a cleaning or janitorial business
Complete: Lesson 3 Quiz
Lesson 4: Cleaning Service Types - Carpet and Upholstery Services
Lesson 4 Video
Review 3 Videos: 1 big reason why you can't start a carpet cleaning business and shouldn't even try; how to start a carpet cleaning business; Start your own Carpet Cleaning Business
Complete: Lesson 4 Quiz
Lesson 5: Cleaning Service Types - Other Types of Service
Lesson 5 Video
Review 4 Videos: How to Start a Window Cleaning Business? With NO Money! "Tutorial, Tools and Tips"; The Secrets of Starting a Window Cleaning Business; How To Start a Pressure Washing Business - Make Money Pressure Cleaning a Restaurant; Start a Pressure Washing Business Boot Camp Training
Complete: Lesson 5 Quiz
Lesson 6: Developing Your Business Plan
Lesson 6 Video
Review 3 Videos: How to write a Business Plan; Creating a Strategic Business Development Plan; How to Develop a Business Plan
Complete: Lesson 6 Quiz
Lesson 7: Setting up Your Business Structure
Lesson 7 Video
Review 3 Videos: How do I setup my business structure? | Expert Tips; When Your Business Structure Sabotages Your Strategy; Partnership or Company? Which Business Structure is right for your Business?
Complete: Lesson 7 Quiz
Lesson 8: Financial Matters
Lesson 8 Video
Review 4 Videos: Pricing Structures In Your Cleaning Business; How To Price A Residential House Cleaning Job; How To Price Your Carpet Cleaning And Double Your Profits; CleanGuru - How to Price a Janitorial Job
Complete: Lesson 8 Quiz
Lesson 9: Human Resources
Lesson 9 Video
Review 3 Videos: Managing Employees featuring Melissa Cierly; How to Get The Best Employees featuring Zavieus Hogan; 3 Signs Its Time To Hire An Employee For Your Cleaning Business
Complete: Lesson 9 Quiz
Lesson 10: How to Deal with Suppliers
Lesson 10 Video
Review 2 Articles: Cleaning supplies; Source Supplies
Review 2 Videos: Cleaning Supply Vendors featuring Rudy Abate; Janitorial Supply featuring Carl Fuller
Complete: Lesson 10 Quiz
Lesson 11: Equipment Needed for Business
Lesson 11 Video
Review 3 Articles: What Is Needed to Start a Cleaning Business?; Cleaning Supplies and Equipment for Cleaning Services; Commercial Cleaning
Complete: Lesson 11 Quiz
Lesson 12: Marketing Strategies and Tools
Lesson 12 Video
Review Article: Cleaning Service Marketing Plan
Review 3 Videos: CleanGuru - Cleaning Business Marketing Strategy: Rinse and Repeat!; Cleaning Business Marketing Strategy Quick Hits 2 The Key Steps to Get to Your Goals; Social Media and Marketing Planning For Your Cleaning Business
Complete: Lesson 12 Quiz
Lesson 13: Other Resources
Lesson 13 Video
Take Poll: End of Course Poll
Take Survey: Course Comments
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 13 Quiz
Complete: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe what a cleaning business is and determine whether it is right for you.
- Recognize cleaning service types.
- Determine cleaning methods used for a floor cleaning service.
- Determine cleaning methods used for a carpet and upholstery services.
- Define your business plan.
- Set up your business structure.
- Recognize financial matters and how the impact your cleaning business.
- Identify suppliers and ways to deal with them.
- Determine equipment needed for business.
- Describe marketing strategies and tools, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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