
Cleaning Business Start-Up Checklist
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.
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 Start a Real Cleaning Business in 30 days...The no-fluff blueprint for women ready to stop guessing and start getting paid
It’s the upgraded, real-world version of the old “start-up checklist” — and it actually works.
Week by week, it walks you through exactly what to focus on, in what order, so you can:
✅ Launch smart
✅ Look professional
✅ Build momentum without the burnout
✅ Start strong — and stay in control
The Start a Cleaning Business in 30 Days guide is a no-fluff launch plan built for solo cleaners who want to get set up fast — and get paid even faster.
👉 Grab the free 30-day plan here
Don’t waste another week “getting ready.”
You’re more capable than you think — you just need the right map.
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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!
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