[Shrek]

There might be a language barrier- I can’t understand what scousers or Scottish people are saying which is why I’d never move to either of those places

[KS Cleaning]

As long as you don’t have a criminal record getting a license isn’t a problem.
I know you say you work in the rain but it’s maybe worth taking into account that the East coast gets a lot less rain than the West. If it’s scenery you’re after Perthshire takes some beating, although it could be a problem trying to build a round as the population is spread over a large area. The east neuk of Fife ( Crail, Elie, St Monans, Anstruther ) is also a very nice area.
If you decide to go for it, you would be better buying a round  using the proceeds from selling your work, that way at least you will be earning as you’re trying to build.

[Arnold Palmer]

Its a little scary / exciting thinking about it.
Basically moving and not having a clue about the area but door knocking n building a round again.
Settling in the best posible place in scotland would be key for the family life. But where is the question at the moment, thankfully we're just in the thinking / considering it all stages.     Just been looking at oban and their liscense is 250 for the 3 years.  Did a search for window cleaners in the same area and they seem to cover an expanse of territory.
Also looked at the east of scotland like aberdeenshire and higher such as inverness.
Either way this is going to take some time deciding.
Cheers for the advice

Oi. That's my patch.

[Stoots]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

[zesty]

I couldn’t live in Scotland, it’s a beautiful place, but the weather would depress me.

Nathan, do consider the weather. if your moving the family for mental health reasons, then remember it’s darker, colder and wetter than almost anywhere else.

I’ve got two friends both from Scotland, and while they love Scotland, they really did not enjoy the weather! It can be quite relentless.

That’s not to say it’s not right for you, but just think about it.

My dad moved to wales from Essex for a job, he soon moved back a few years later. He said the amount of rain they get nearly killed him! Can be depressing if you like warm, sunny, dry weather!!

[nathankaye]

I couldn’t live in Scotland, it’s a beautiful place, but the weather would depress me.

Nathan, do consider the weather. if your moving the family for mental health reasons, then remember it’s darker, colder and wetter than almost anywhere else.

I’ve got two friends both from Scotland, and while they love Scotland, they really did not enjoy the weather! It can be quite relentless.

That’s not to say it’s not right for you, but just think about it.

My dad moved to wales from Essex for a job, he soon moved back a few years later. He said the amount of rain they get nearly killed him! Can be depressing if you like warm, sunny, dry weather!!

I hear you!  It is something that weighs on our minds. One of the reasons for this is that mentally i expect it to rain in scotland and i expect it to be misty, thats what scotland is lol.  Yet i imagine they just get on with things (you guys will have to correct me if im wrong). I can only imagine this as everytime ive gone to scotland, even fort william and climbed ben nevis, its been fantastic weather.  Ive enjoyed this but at the same time i felt robbed that i didnt see the scenery in the rain and go for a good walk and come back to an hearty stew.
Also the west coast, benefits from the warmer gulf stream, though sadly ive not spent much time in the west. Ive been to ayr but i dont reckon that counts, tho the views were great.  Been coastal in aberdeenshire as well (some great beaches n seal spots)
So even though it may be wetter (need to experience this though), at the moment that doeant seem to bother us, but it might eventually do so, thats a gamble thats on my mind. However the wife does really well with nature and scenic views.

[G Griffin]

Its a little scary / exciting thinking about it.
Basically moving and not having a clue about the area but door knocking n building a round again.
Settling in the best posible place in scotland would be key for the family life. But where is the question at the moment, thankfully we're just in the thinking / considering it all stages.     Just been looking at oban and their liscense is 250 for the 3 years.  Did a search for window cleaners in the same area and they seem to cover an expanse of territory.
Also looked at the east of scotland like aberdeenshire and higher such as inverness.
Either way this is going to take some time deciding.
Cheers for the advice

Oi. That's my patch.

Gi 'im a jab, Soupy.

I considered moving to that Scotland but I don't I could put up with drinking more than I already do.

[NWH]

Watch the weather forecast on BBC there’s the weather in Scotland then there’s our weather lol,I know it’s only a sign separating us from 1 country but when you watch the forecast it might as well be on its own.
I can’t see you being able to get as much work done up there Nathan compared to where you are,I’d bare that in mind from a financial point of view.

[֍Winp®oClean֍]

From mid-center south and east I would say the weather is more akin to living in say the Lake District. These areas will not be too much different to Doncaster apart from colder averages during winter. There are many times parts of Scotland has higher temps than parts of England and Wales. West and North suffer far more wind and rain- akin to many parts of Ireland. Don't tar the whole of Scotland with one brush regarding weather.

[Johnny B]

I moved to Ireland in 2011 and started up again from scratch. Some people thought I was mad when I told them I would be starting a window cleaning service there, saying there was no work, or any market for residential  window cleaning.

I canvassed incessantly for months and picked up customers of varying regularity and reliability, attracted quite a few non-payers and messers, but ploughed on regardless.

Eight years on, I am well known locally and have built a solid reputation. It's been tough at times, but once I became established, it's become much, much easier to attract the right kind of customers and work, and it's a real pleasure to go out to work these days.

Nathan, if I can do it, then so can you. Best wishes to you and I look forward to hearing how you get on should you decide to make the move.

John

[John Mart]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

[Stoots]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

True, can buy a 2 bed terraced up my way for 50 - 60 k

[nathankaye]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

Nail on the head!

[nathankaye]

I moved to Ireland in 2011 and started up again from scratch. Some people thought I was mad when I told them I would be starting a window cleaning service there, saying there was no work, or any market for residential  window cleaning.

I canvassed incessantly for months and picked up customers of varying regularity and reliability, attracted quite a few non-payers and messers, but ploughed on regardless.

Eight years on, I am well known locally and have built a solid reputation. It's been tough at times, but once I became established, it's become much, much easier to attract the right kind of customers and work, and it's a real pleasure to go out to work these days.

Nathan, if I can do it, then so can you. Best wishes to you and I look forward to hearing how you get on should you decide to make the move.

John

Cheers for that, i appreciate it, as thats my worry really. I know its going to be hard going at first to build some work up, especially with a young family n health. Yet long term I feel it would be great and thats what i would need to focus on.

[Dry Clean]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

Nail on the head!

Not really, £85k a year would more than cover the extra cost of housing.

[zesty]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

True, can buy a 2 bed terraced up my way for 50 - 60 k

Flipping heck!

Might need to invest up your way. Buy to let.

[John Mart]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

Nail on the head!

Not really, £85k a year would more than cover the extra cost of housing.

That’s true, but it wouldn’t get him a deposit on a mortgage and it would take at least a couple of years to get to that level.

[֍Winp®oClean֍]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

True, can buy a 2 bed terraced up my way for 50 - 60 k

Flipping heck!

Might need to invest up your way. Buy to let.

But they let for much less than you might expect! The % on return will be just the same. Might be best to think it through first before exiting your wee bubble!!

[G Griffin]

Does it have to be Scotland?

If I could move I would be moving down south where the money is

Wales, Cotswolds, new forest...I'm sure the list goes on.

But then you’ve got the extra cost of housing.

Nail on the head!

Is that in the Cotswolds?

[KS Cleaning]

I couldn’t live in Scotland, it’s a beautiful place, but the weather would depress me.

Nathan, do consider the weather. if your moving the family for mental health reasons, then remember it’s darker, colder and wetter than almost anywhere else.

I’ve got two friends both from Scotland, and while they love Scotland, they really did not enjoy the weather! It can be quite relentless.

That’s not to say it’s not right for you, but just think about it.

My dad moved to wales from Essex for a job, he soon moved back a few years later. He said the amount of rain they get nearly killed him! Can be depressing if you like warm, sunny, dry weather!!

Really, I live on the east coast of Scotland and I’ve not lost a day in about 3 months to the weather..and I don’t work in heavy rain.