[dazmond]

i dont often do it but just got back off holiday last sat,lots of work due plus a few first cleans from new jobs id picked up before i went away plus im getting the odd current customer ringing to ask where ive been even though im only a week behind my normal schedule!

2 people today asked me to clean theirs (right next door to each other too) but i really couldnt be bothered.i know the guy who cleans down there(70 yr old trad windy)they say he s hopeless and dont have him anymore.its a nice little cul de sac so i might go back and canvass it when im on top of my workload again.i was only down there to clean a one off for an existing customer!

anyone else get this?

 (walk ups/phone calls/texts for new jobs when your already snowed under?)

[Cookie]

Most of the time!

I have been referring them onto another windie but I think he's full now as well.

[Shrek]

I don’t turn work away , I usually take them on at a higher price than normal. And then consider sacking off a lower paid job

[dazmond]

I don’t turn work away , I usually take them on at a higher price than normal. And then consider sacking off a lower paid job

me too usually if their easy access jobs.ive had a dodgy stomach since i got back from egypt though and ive generally not felt very well.its cleared up now but ive got a sore throat now and feel like im coming down with a cold! .im taking a week off from the gym too as i cant remember the last time i did.

[Shrek]

Where’s there’s blame there’s a claim ! £2000 compo you’d get 

[Stoots]

Not really

I find i lose a few gain a few but generally i find i need to have a constant drip of marketting to keep it topped up.

[֍Winp®oClean֍]

I turn FAR MORE work away than I take on......there is only so much refining you can do and only so many hours in a day.

[Stoots]

I turn FAR MORE work away than I take on......there is only so much refining you can do and only so many hours in a day.

I can see how you can get to this point, im still building so still advertising and dropping bad payers etc , but as i get more good customers on board and less dross i will get to the point of not being able to take on anymore i suppose.

[mufcglen]

I’m the same I been thinking about removing the contact no on my van and just keep the logo and possibly taking any of my online presence down, I’m working smarter earning more for less but feel I’m getting as much as I want to earn and work for myself, they won’t stop bloody mithering me and those regular customer do my nut in thinking they’re doing you a favour constantly getting you they’re neighbours or family members

[robbo333]

I turn down about 50 percent of all new enquiries.
1. because i'm too busy
2. because they sound like messers.
3. can't be bothered
There are a couple of guys starting up soon, near me, so they can have all the stuff I don't want. It will be good practice for them.

[Cookie]

I’m the same I been thinking about removing the contact no on my van and just keep the logo and possibly taking any of my online presence down

This is why I like my magnetic signs. I can add/remove them when & where I want. TBH I usually don't stick the signs on these days because I've got plenty of work.

[nathankaye]

It goes to show that the market isnt saturated yet then 

It also shows how; if ones wanted to, can grow their business by taking on employees and perhaps have more vans on the road. So i guess it depends on your goals. For me it isnt to work myself into the ground, i could take on much more work but im comfortable where I am at the moment and so I either turn them down or pass onto other lads I know who work the areas.

However to answer the question "if you get more work when your snowed under".....NO but funny enough i get alot of walk ups and enquiries when im working in the rain

[dazmond]

It goes to show that the market isnt saturated yet then 

It also shows how; if ones wanted to, can grow their business by taking on employees and perhaps have more vans on the road. So i guess it depends on your goals. For me it isnt to work myself into the ground, i could take on much more work but im comfortable where I am at the moment and so I either turn them down or pass onto other lads I know who work the areas.

However to answer the question "if you get more work when your snowed under".....NO but funny enough i get alot of walk ups and enquiries when im working in the rain

theres loads of window cleaners where i work nathan(at least 20+ window cleaning companies in my area).the thing is its not just about the service.if they dont like you or your face doesnt fit their not going to have you cleaning their windows.

[lee_dewing]

Daz.

Maybe 2 monthly, high price

Understand, I turn down about 90% of new enquiries.

Alot of website enquiries are 1 off's;  fsg or Connie cleans.

Just happiest going round the beaten path, easy life

Having said that I'm actually bang up to date on my round.

So going out later to do an end of tenancy clean.
Couple of hours.
All windows outside and Connie roof.

Connie roof is 5 panels in a straight line.
If the letting agent doesn't show I'm not cleaning 😁

[dazmond]

Daz.

Maybe 2 monthly, high price

Understand, I turn down about 90% of new enquiries.

Alot of website enquiries are 1 off's;  fsg or Connie cleans.

Just happiest going round the beaten path, easy life

Having said that I'm actually bang up to date on my round.

So going out later to do an end of tenancy clean.
Couple of hours.
All windows outside and Connie roof.

Connie roof is 5 panels in a straight line.
If the letting agent doesn't show I'm not cleaning 😁

ive not even got a website lee!no need.your right though mate i should of took them on 2 monthly which is what i usually do  with most new customers at higher prices.i think i was having an "off" day.its took a while to adjust to the  british weather after a week in the hot egyptian sun.

[Missing Link]

It depends on the kind of work.  Had a phone call today, the lady sounded nice, but I know the street and it's not upmarket.  Parking problems too.

I didn't know how to say "Sorry, pet, but I don't think you're rich enough" so I said I'd come and quote.

I very probably won't.

[lee_dewing]

ive not even got a website lee!no need.your right though mate i should of took them on 2 monthly which is what i usually do  with most new customers at higher prices.i think i was having an "off" day.its took a while to adjust to the  british weather after a week in the hot egyptian sun.

😁 yep can take a week or so to get back in the swing of things.

[AuRavelling79]

It depends on the kind of work.  Had a phone call today, the lady sounded nice, but I know the street and it's not upmarket. Parking problems too.

I didn't know how to say "Sorry, pet, but I don't think you're rich enough" so I said I'd come and quote.

I very probably won't.

Neighbour?
 

[Miko67]

Mrs :-0

[JandS]

Half pint millionaires are back....you must all be on at least £200 per day judging by comments....you turn work away...then work in ping down rain...lol