How to Make Money Cleaning Carpets

Carpets require regular cleaning and care. Carpet cleaning is a very easy and profitable home based business idea. Basically a customer will contact the carpet cleaner to steam clean their carpets. The steam cleaner delivers a solution to the carpet to clean and condition. Most customers request the carpet cleaners move furniture. So, a strong back is required. Here is how to get started.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Carpet Steam Cleaner
• Cleaning Solutions
• Vehicle

1. Equipment. Purchase, lease, or rent a heavy duty steam cleaner through a local supplier. Rent this expensive machine on a weekly, monthly, or even daily basis. Purchase a steam cleaner once you start to attract
   customers and make profits.

2. Vehicles. An insured transportation vehicle in good condition is a major requirement to get you to and from customers homes.

3. Advertising. Place ads in local community papers. Tell all your friends, family, and neighbors about your new Carpet Cleaning Business. Let word of mouth drive your business and attract new customers.

4. Charge. Check in the community and find what other carpet cleaners charge. Then price accordingly. Or charge slightly less to attract business and offer extra services.

5. Potential Income. Varies widely. Depends on if the business is full time or part time. And overhead cost.