Starting a Construction Site Cleanup Business

Business Overview:

Starting a construction site cleanup business is a great way to be part of the real estate world without the stress of buying and selling properties. Each time a home or other building is built, there is a huge mess that needs to be cleaned up. Paint gets splattered all over, stickers need to be removed from new windows and sawdust coats nearly every surface. Any leftover debris will need to be hauled away and the bathrooms and kitchens all need to be left sparkling. Contractors simply don’t want to bother with these cleanup duties which is why a cleanup business can really clean up in the construction industry. Before you get started, it’s crucial that you purchase a business license and insurance. You must be covered financially if there is any damage done to a home while you are cleaning it. Next you’ll need various cleaning supplies including cleaning agents as well as supplies like brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, etc. You’ll also need some heavy duty ladders and a large truck to haul away trash. You have a couple of options when it comes to a cleaning crew for your business. You may choose to start out small and do all the work yourself but soon you’ll need to hire additional workers to handle the demand of simultaneous jobs. Be sure to interview these workers carefully, check references and even conduct background checks to ensure your workers are trained and trustworthy. The final thing you’ll need to make this business idea a success is, of course, customers. Advertise your services at local construction trade shows and spread the word among realtors in your area that your new business is ready to take on clients.

A Day in the Life of a Construction Site Cleanup Business Owner:

Your day will begin with a check of any appointments you have scheduled. You or your cleaning crew will head to the job site and perform cleaning tasks. If your crew does all the work or you have no appointments that day, you will concentrate your efforts on marketing your business in your area.

About Your Customers:

Your customers will be realtors, contractors and subcontractors in need of high quality construction site cleanup services.

What You Need to Start:

• Business plan
• Marketing materials
• Business license
• Liability insurance
• Cleaning crew (optional)
• Cleaning supplies
• Ladders
• Truck
• Computer with finance software

The Good:

• As long as new buildings are being built, there will be high demand for construction site cleaning services.
• The start-up investment is relatively low.
• You can hire workers to do the cleaning for you.
• You are likely to get repeat business from contractors and realtors if you do quality work.

The Bad:

• The work is labor intensive.
• It can take some time to build your client base.

Resources:

• International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association
• International Sanitary Supply Association
• Wikipedia on Construction

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