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Every cleaning business owner has faced that moment: You're in a client's home and they casually ask, "While you're here, could you just quickly do this extra thing?" That simple request might seem harmless, but the financial impact can be staggering.

When we crunched the numbers, we were shocked. If you have just 10 cleaning techs each giving away 15 minutes daily, you're essentially donating $16,250 in labor annually—money that should be going toward growing your business and paying your team fairly. This episode dives deep into why setting clear boundaries around extra services isn't just good business—it's essential for survival.

We break down exactly which services you should charge extra for (windows, ovens, porches, garages) and how to price them properly. Using digital tools like Jobber can transform how you communicate with clients about what's included and what costs extra, eliminating awkward conversations and ensuring your team knows exactly what to do when faced with those inevitable requests.

The sheet-changing discussion alone is worth a listen! From clients who leave sheets in the dryer to those with 27 decorative pillows on one bed, we share practical solutions that maintain professionalism while protecting your bottom line. We also explore the power of building referral partnerships with complementary service providers for tasks outside your

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The unexpected request to remove shoes at a client's doorstep creates an immediate dilemma for cleaning professionals. Do you comply and risk safety issues, or decline and potentially lose the client? Shannon and Jamie tackle this common industry challenge with practical solutions and important safety considerations.

Chemical exposure represents one of the most overlooked dangers of barefoot cleaning. Professional cleaners already face heightened sensitivity to cleaning products over time, and direct skin contact only accelerates this process. Even products marketed as "safe for bare feet" contain chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin. This exposure extends beyond the cleaning staff to pets who later walk across these surfaces and ingest residual chemicals during grooming.

The safety implications extend further when examining slip-and-fall risks. Booties become dangerously slippery when wet, creating hazardous conditions when moving between bathrooms and other areas. This introduces serious liability concerns, as insurance policies and workers' compensation typically require proper footwear. The hosts share practical alternatives, including maintaining dedicated indoor cleaning shoes for specific clients or implementing a 7-10% surcharge for accommodating barefoot cleaning requests.

Cross-contamination presents another challenge that clients often fail to consider. The moisture from cleaning bathroom areas inevitably gets tracked throughout the home when using booties or bare feet, potentially transferring cleaning chemicals or contaminants to carpets and other surfaces. Businesses with a legitimate reason to revisit these practices with an emphasis on health and safety.

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What happens when your most valuable business asset—your body—begins to fail? For cleaning business owners, physical health isn't just personal wellness; it's fundamental to business survival.

Jeannie Sheese, owner of Epic Cleans in Farmington, New Mexico, knows this reality all too well. After developing debilitating May-Turner syndrome that caused complete blood clot occlusion from her knee to belly button, Jeannie faced a devastating reality: multiple surgeries, constant pain, and the potential collapse of her business when she couldn't physically work. Her journey to recovery took an unexpected turn when she discovered innovative wellness patches that utilize phototherapy to activate dormant stem cells.

The science behind these patches offers fascinating insights into how our bodies naturally heal. By age 30, our stem cells—the master cells that can transform into any cell type needed for healing—begin going dormant. The non-transdermal patches work by using the body's own infrared light to stimulate GHKCU copper peptides, reawakening these sleeping stem cells. Within months, Jeannie experienced dramatic improvements: her tennis elbow disappeared, leg swelli

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Erica Paynter is the brains behind My Virtual Bookkeeper, a bookkeeping firm for cleaning companies, and the creator of Clean Co. Cash Flow Academy and the Clean Co. Collective. She’s on a mission to help cleaning business owners make sense of their numbers without boring them to tears! Erica’s all about turning messy books into profit-packed powerhouses.

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Thanks for tuning in to Cleaning Business Life, the show where we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to start, grow, and scale a thriving cleaning business without burning out.

Every episode is packed with tips, stories, and strategies you can put to work right away—because you deserve a business that works for you, not the other way around.

If you enjoyed today’s episode, make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a new release. And if you got value from this conversation, share it with another cleaning business owner who could use the encouragement and practical advice.

Let’s stay connected! You can find me online at:
📌 Facebook: facebook.com/themaidsnetwork
📌 Instagram: instagram.com/kleanfreaksuniversity
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📌 Website: kleanfreaksuniversity.com

Want to go deeper? Join the Maid to Prosper membership inside Klean Freaks University and get access to my library of 55+ courses, live coaching, and the support you need to build your dream business. Visit kleanfreaksuniversity.com to learn more.

Until next time—keep showing up, keep sh...