How to Start a Swimming Pool Cleaning Service

If you have experience cleaning and maintaining a swimming pool, you know the amount of energy theses tasks require. Homeowners and business owners often do not have the skill, experience or desire to undertake these daunting tasks. A pool-cleaning service business requires minimal start-up costs and makes an ideal home-based business if you have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right. Business planning and marketing will help generate initial business, but solid customer service is what will help your business rise to the top.

Instructions

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  Contact your local government to inquire about licensing laws and business regulations. Requirements vary across the county. Some localities require specialized training and certifications for pool-cleaning services. Complete the steps as outlined by your local regulations.
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  Gather the necessary equipment to start you business. You will need poles, telepole extender, hoses, skimmers, pool chemicals and test kits. You will also need a pickup truck or trailer to haul the materials.
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  Call other local pool cleaning services and inquire about their fees. Develop a fee schedule for your pool service, evaluating your expenses and your competitors' fees. Set your rates competitively, but ensure that you will be covering all of your expenses for labor, supplies and transportation.
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  Advertise your pool service in local newspapers, online and to local pool supply retailers. Word-of-mouth personal referrals will often be your strongest customer source. Ask your customers if they will refer their friends and coworkers to you. Tell all of your friends about your business and let them know that you are looking for new customers.

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