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Post by jdinstl on Jan 19, 2006 20:37:33 GMT -5
Dan, part of my sales pitch is an IJCSA blurb, what it is, why I'm in it, the caliber of membership, the mentorship program -- and that it's a resource for the customer too. In my brochures I inform them of www.ijcsa.com and the consumer cleaning questions area. Formal proposals always include a hardcopy of the www.ijcsa.com page. When I was interviewing people in my old information systems days, I took note association memberships. I'd even go a bit sneakier, if there was a number or a contact, sometimes I'd ring 'em up and ask about the persons participation. To me, it showed an interest in the bigger picture and in the industry -- and not just an interest in the paycheck because they knew how to program a computer. I think the same applies in our industry, and may even be more critical. A computer programmer botches up writing code, a computer will crash. A floor tech mixes chemicals improperly, people can become ill. In the case of these construction jobs, we're going to be one of the last people before the buyer gets the keys -- if they don't like what they see, they're going to call the builder. Given that, involvement membership in an organization of good repute can be a plus, especially if he or she is involved in a few in the bulding industry...like minds and all that. John
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Post by Linda on Jan 20, 2006 13:19:40 GMT -5
Maybe a certificate from IJSCA showing you are a member and that you are striving to be your best. that ones just a hint but it could happen. I like hints like that ;D Ohhhhhh Keeeeeevin where arrrre youuuuu lol Linda
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Post by Linda on Jan 20, 2006 13:31:17 GMT -5
So I should place the information about IJSCA in my Introductory Letter or just inside the binder with the rest of my info?
Thanks, Linda
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Post by Kevin on Jan 20, 2006 15:26:54 GMT -5
OOOOOOOOOOOH Linda! I would place a brief note: That you are commited to networking, knowledge and the growth of your business we are members of (affiliations) includng members of the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association
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Post by logan5127 on Jan 20, 2006 15:53:21 GMT -5
Kevin,Maybe after becoming a full member you could get a print out of certificate of good standing for a period of one year. For new companies it would be a good thing to have in folder with other cetificates and letters of recommendations.
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Post by Roman Cleaning Services on Jan 21, 2006 8:30:52 GMT -5
is $15 per window a resi or comm price?
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Post by logan5127 on Jan 21, 2006 9:24:36 GMT -5
This is on New House construction clean up. They are pretty much always very dirty. also pay very close attention to any scratches that may show up as you clean. Usually they are so dirty you may not see then on pre inspection. This price is what i charge in TN. It may need adjusted where you live. It is time consuming doing new windows, stickers- cement- paint-silicone-dust-sheet rock mud- and so on. The last one I did also had 14 New screens that had small holes in them. I showed owner so that he new we wasn't one responsible.
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Post by Linda on Jan 21, 2006 14:21:20 GMT -5
Sounds good to me Kevin, lol. Thanks :-)
Linda
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Post by Linda on Jan 22, 2006 16:33:11 GMT -5
I have a question, I am getting ready to send out an Introductory Letter, Check List, and a Business Card to a construction contractor. Would it be good to also send a Clean-up Request Sheet for him to fill out if he decides he is interested in letting me do a walk-thru?
Thanks, Linda
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Post by russo on Jan 23, 2006 3:36:16 GMT -5
do a follow up call so you can SELL!
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Post by sparkles on Jan 26, 2006 19:11:14 GMT -5
The state does determine the pricing. I met someone recently that does Raw New Development cleaning. He charges .35 per sq. ft.. He has a large pick up truck and tows a dumpster on the back. His work consist of cleaning after each segment.
Example: after the plumbing is done, he removes the cut away pipes and other things used for installing plumbing. After the electrical is done, he removes cut away wires and things pertaining. After the drywall is put into place, he removes cut away plaster board. He doesn't do the finished cleaning. But look at all those jobs that he has in the interim of the development process.
To get the job, he places bids directly with the developers. Call the develpers and find out when they will be taking cleaning bids. Ask if your name and number or email can be placed on the list to be notified. Know all of the services that you will provide and specify them in your bid submittance. It seems to me that the more you can provide, the better your chances of getting the job. People don't like to hire a bunch of people to get one job done.
I know this is detailed, but I'm a detailed kind of person. Hope it will help you.
Sparkles
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Post by marie51 on Feb 20, 2006 23:10:57 GMT -5
HI, MY FRIEND AND I ARE STARTING A CLEANING BUSINESS, AND WE WANT TO CLEAN NEW CONSTRUSTION. BUT WE ONLY WANT TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR.WE WANT TO BE THE PEOPLE THAT ARE THERE RIGHT BEFOR THE HOUSE IS SOLD. YOU KNOW, HAVE IT ALL SHINNY AND CLEAN INSIDE. WE ARE CHARGING .20 A SQ. FT. IS THERE SOMEONE THAT COULD TELL ME HOW TO WRITE IT UP ON PAPER OR HOW BIDDING IS DONE. I 'M GOING TO GO TO NEW CONSTURSTION SITES AND GIVE THEM FLYERS,BUSNESS CARDS. I'M JUST NOT SURE WHAT TO PUT ON THE FLYER OR HOW TO EXPLAIN ON THE FLYERS (WE JUST WANT TO DO THE INSIDE). IS THERE A SPECIAL NAME FOR IT OR SOMETHING I NEED TO KNOW. ANY HELP WILL BE APPRECIATED GREATLY.
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Post by russo on Feb 21, 2006 3:03:12 GMT -5
marie 51: there are ALL KINDS of forms for businesses in the members area. just about every form you will ever need for your business operations can ALREADY BE FOUND HERE!!!
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Post by Madison Cleaning Service on Mar 6, 2006 11:22:46 GMT -5
I just won a bid on new construction clean up with a charge of $600 for an approximately 30 hour per 2800 sq ft unit.
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Post by sparkles on Mar 10, 2006 1:35:53 GMT -5
Marie51,
The cleaning that you are speaking of is called Final Clean. All debris from contractors have been removed. You'd be cleaning plaster dust and sometimes over spraying of paint from window, mirrors and built ins. Some painters don't care enought to use plastic coverings on the windows and mirrors. Room Corners, window and door tracks hold a lot of dust that have to be removed. I'm having to learn all of this stuff the hard way. I would not charge less than .20 per sq. ft. for this service. That's cheap!
I used my $1800.00 Kirby vacuum on a new develope house the other day. The carpet was plush. No one told me that these carpets shed to the point of killing your vacuum. Fortunately I was sensitive to the sound and stop to check. The complete hose was filled with compated carpet fuzz. The bag was filled to the max. I had to use a hanger to pull the debris from the hose.
That's all the bad stuff. The good thing is, 'it pays good money'.
Sparkles
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