In recent times, it’s become increasingly common for software in general to be cloud-based, rather than desktop-based. What’s the difference? Well, cloud (or web) based software is not “installed” on your computer, like desktop software – rather it’s accessed over the internet via your web browser. So is cloud-based software just a trend, yet another…
Read more ›Getting paid on time is a challenge faced by most window cleaners. Whether you have a number of customers that consistently pay late, or you seem to be investing more and more time into collecting payments, customer debt can become a problem that can have a serious impact on your cashflow and profit margins. CleanerPlanner…
Read more ›Getting paid on time is a challenge faced by most businesses. With high volumes of customers generating recurring revenue, this is especially the case for window cleaning businesses. Not getting paid on time, having to chase for payment and investing time and money into collecting payments are all common complaints. Enter GoCardless – we decided…
Read more ›A large number of window cleaning businesses start out with residential work. However, as a window cleaning company grows, commercial business becomes more accessible and a viable source of revenue. If you own a window cleaning business, you might ask how much commercial work you should take on as part of your ongoing expansion. When…
Read more ›In recent times, the water fed pole system has become the staple method for more and more window cleaners. Many made the move over to pure water window cleaning from traditional window cleaning methods years ago. Still, others have started their careers on the water fed pole system. We take a look at 5 reasons…
Read more ›In the days before dedicated window cleaning software existed, Excel was a viable alternative to paper-based methods of managing your window cleaning round. Surprisingly though, a large number of window cleaners still use Excel to manage their window cleaning round today. Excel just wasn’t designed to provide everything a window cleaner needs to manage a…
Read more ›With the advent of the water fed pole system, it’s now common for window cleaners to offer more than just window cleaning services. Being able to offer additional services like conservatory roof and solar panel cleaning allows you to diversify your business and expand your earning potential. The water fed pole system can’t do everything…
Read more ›Canvassing is arguably the most effective way of taking on new window cleaning business. It’s a daunting, comfort zone-defying task for many window cleaners – but it can generate new business very quickly if carried out properly. Perhaps you’ve tried canvassing for several hours and got nothing, or walked away with so little that it really…
Read more ›Our recent article on using the water fed pole system covered a few issues that can make your task as a window cleaner harder, more time consuming and potentially less profitable. When you’re trying to grow a window cleaning business and you’re canvassing for work, it’s tempting to take on any business you can get….
Read more ›Whilst you might associate CleanerPlanner with window cleaners, it can do everything you need to run a carpet cleaning business. We take a look at 7 reasons you should use CleanerPlanner as your carpet cleaning software, to not only efficiently manage your business, but also save you time, grow and offer a better service to your…
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