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Cleaning Business Start-Up Checklist

May 01, 20243 min read

Why Most New Cleaners Burn Out Before They Even Begin (And How to Start Right)

Let me guess.

You’ve made a checklist (or five). You’ve got a Pinterest board full of logo ideas. You’ve Googled “how to start a cleaning business” at least seven times.

And somehow, you still don’t feel ready.

That’s not your fault.

You’re not missing motivation — you’re missing a real plan.

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Because here’s the secret nobody tells you:

Most people who “start” a cleaning business never actually build one.

They clean a few houses… Charge too little… Skip the boring setup stuff… And by month two, they’re buried in underpaid work and ready to quit.

They didn’t fail because they weren’t good at cleaning.

They failed because they didn’t start like a business owner.


The Checklist Isn’t the Problem — It’s the Kind of Checklist

You don’t need another task list that tells you to “order business cards” and “set up a Facebook page.”

You need a system that helps you:

✅ Set up your business legally and confidently
✅ Get organized so you stop second-guessing every step
✅ Build a foundation that makes pricing and client conversations easier later
✅ Launch with clarity instead of chaos

That’s why I created the No BS Cleaning Biz Start-Up Checklist.

It’s simple, powerful, and built for action — not overwhelm.

Inside, you’ll get:

✅ The business and legal setup steps (without the confusion)
✅ The exact first 3 things to do — and what most beginners waste time on
✅ The tools, systems, and shortcuts that actually move you forward
✅ How to get your first paying clients without ads, websites, or drama

This Is for You If You’re:

✔️ Brand new and totally overwhelmed
✔️ Ready to stop researching and start doing
✔️ Tired of fluff, hype, and guesswork — and just want a plan

📥 Download the Checklist Here → Get It Now


Important: This Checklist Is Just the Starting Line

This checklist will help you get set up correctly — not chaotically.

But here’s what I want you to understand upfront:

A checklist won’t:

  • help you price confidently

  • stop you from undercharging

  • protect you from bad-fit clients

  • or teach you how to think like a business owner

That part comes from guidance and support.

That’s exactly why I created Profitable Cleaner Society.

It’s my $14.97/month membership for solo cleaners who want to stop guessing and build their business the right way — with confidence, systems, and real standards.

Inside the Society, we work on:


✔ Pricing without second-guessing
✔ Client screening and boundaries
✔ Simplifying your services
✔ Building consistent income
✔ Thinking like a CEO from Day One

If you’re brand new, start with the checklist.

But when you’re ready to stop piecing things together and want real support as you build — this is where you go next.

👉 Join Profitable Cleaner Society here when you’re ready to build for real.

See what's in the membership here

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For over 30 years, Trisha built and ran her own successful cleaning business, handpicking her schedule and consistently earning $5,000+ a month—all while working part-time as a solo cleaner. Now, she’s here to help you do the same!

Whether you’re just starting solo or already have a small team, Trisha’s vast experience can help you grow your business and boost profits without adding more hours.

She'll teach you how to avoid common mistakes new cleaning business owners make and run your business profitably from day one. With over three decades of experience, learning from Trisha is the fastest, most reliable way to launch or scale your thriving cleaning business!

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Trisha Carinne

Trisha Carinne is a 30+ years successful cleaning business owner

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