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Buying a window cleaning round is a great start to a successful self-employed carrier. And this is the place to get one, but there are a few things you ought to keep in mind when buying a round. Remember, you do need to assess every last detail to ensure you end up with a high quality client base. Here are a few tips to take on board if buying a window cleaning round: - Ask the seller to introduce you to their customers. This will accomplish a few things. You will get to know your new customers and become friendly with them. Remember, a customer pool in a round is founded on trust. Trust that the customers will be happy to see you every month and trust that you will show up every month and do a good job. A good and warm relationship will go a long way. Without this connection, customers are much more likely to jump around from window cleaner to window cleaner, taking only into consideration how much each charges. So first impressions are key. - Assess the operational requirements of the window cleaning services required. It is very important that you know what the customers are expecting of you. Make sure you know if the frames of the windows or the doors are normally cleaned, if people are happy with having their back windows cleaned even when the gate is locked, how payments are done for those rarely at home, what system is used for cleaning, how often the price is raised, etc. - Calculate the finances of the round and what the revenues may be. Take the time to investigate the records the seller has been keeping. This will tell you exactly how much you should expect to earn every month. The figure given in the ad could be somewhat bloated. With no bad intentions, the seller might come up with the "total for the month" figure just by adding up all the house prices he has in his logs. Theoretically it is correct, but in a typical month, there will be customers who, for some reason or another might ask you to "leave it for this time". Even though this is a small number, it all ads up. Handshakes are nice, but not enough. Before meeting with the seller, prepare a written document that outlines the purchase of the round and what it entails. Have it signed by both parties as well as a witness. This will protect you in the future for any eventuality. If we are talking about thousands of pounds, it is highly recommended you involve a solicitor. Remember, you are not just buying a round and a client base, but pretty much a business; make sure you know what you are getting into.
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