hi i read some where that window cleaning is one of the top ten small businesses to start. the pro's were investment in plant and equipment is minimal, a pair of ladders a bucket ect. no need for computers just a pencil and note book for accounts cash flow, money the first customer you get usually in cash. but what are the cons?.
It's a sound business, but demands a bit of discipline and hard work to do well. Incomes for sole traders here probably range between 10K to 50K; so a bit of business nouse is definately an asset.
I think it's great how we can have a day-or-two off, on the cuff, and our customers generally don't mind if you're late (unless you've got stuff pre-booked; or regular cleans that have to be done at certain times and days).
The cons are, it can be a dirty job; you'll find out when you walk big lumps of dog poo up your ladders. It is also hard, repetive work, often in arduous circumstances.
Toilets aren't always handy; no-where to wash your hands before you eat lunch; cash-flow problems; adverse weather.
A well-developed sense-of-humour is definately required.