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Rcs

work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« on: March 08, 2010, 09:44:51 pm »
done a weekend leafleting  pushing consevatory and gutter cleans picked up more new work in 2 days than in the whole of feb
it pays to canvass when the sun shines
ive also noticed many people haggle over prices
any one else noticing a change in business

Wizard

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Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #1 on: March 08, 2010, 09:58:47 pm »
Sunny is the best time most people feel alive.Business is tuffer as more fellows doing window in my area. They have the problem not me. Its not how little I will do for my money, but its how much.I never drop prices but will always deliver on top results.
I do find I have to chase for payments.People this it peanuts we earn but when they pay slowly it adds up.

Blue Frog Systems

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Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #2 on: March 08, 2010, 10:06:25 pm »
Yep its the weather... compared to last month it feels like summer (or has the past few days)
Only those who risk going too far will truly know how far they can actually go

Johnny B

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Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #3 on: March 09, 2010, 12:33:57 am »
People notice how dirty their windows are when the sun shines on them, hence now is a good time to pick up new work.

Like Wizard I hold out for the price I want, although I do explain that the price includes wiping the frames and washing the sills every time. That usually sells it to them. If they don't like the price, I politely tell them that I will leave it with them if they wish to think about it.   

I personally don't find 'competition' a problem. Customers are free to choose their window cleaner and I get on well with most of the other window cleaners I meet.  :)

John.

Being diplomatic is being able to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip.

jonnyald

Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #4 on: March 09, 2010, 06:39:55 am »
folk are still seeing its a recession and wanting extra value for their hard-earned dosh. if they hesitate on my price ,i throw in that i will do their inside kitchen main window for free . that takes but only a few minutes or so but more important  can lead to doing the whole insides on later visits. 

Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #5 on: March 09, 2010, 06:46:32 am »
mm

StanA

Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #6 on: March 09, 2010, 08:50:24 am »
People notice how dirty their windows are when the sun shines on them, hence now is a good time to pick up new work.

Like Wizard I hold out for the price I want, although I do explain that the price includes wiping the frames and washing the sills every time. That usually sells it to them. If they don't like the price, I politely tell them that I will leave it with them if they wish to think about it.   

I personally don't find 'competition' a problem. Customers are free to choose their window cleaner and I get on well with most of the other window cleaners I meet.  :)

John.



If it seems to be an issue, I hold out for my price but promise not to increase it for x time so long as inflation stays in single figures.
If that swings it, it can usually indicate that they are intending to be a custie for the longer term.

AuRavelling79

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Re: work picking up-is it the cos the suns shining
« Reply #7 on: March 09, 2010, 10:01:09 am »
Yes it is. Those who like their homes and windows clean get "springclean-itis" - even me!
It's a game of three halves!