The Pros and Cons of Starting a Green Cleaning Business

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Alyssa Gregory
Alyssa Gregory

Alyssa Gregory is an entrepreneur, writer, and marketer with 20 years of experience in the business world. She is the founder of the Small Business Bonfire, a community for entrepreneurs, and has authored more than 2,500 articles for popular small business websites.

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Updated on 03/13/19

Cleaning your house with green or environmentally friendly cleaning products is good for the earth and for keeping your family members and pets safe from chemicals. Many people who want to use green cleaning products often hire green house cleaning professionals to clean their homes with the safest products.

If you have an interest in the environment and enjoy cleaning, a green cleaning business could be a good business idea for you.

The Pros of Starting a Green Cleaning Business

Some of the reasons a green cleaning business is an attractive business idea include:

  • A green cleaning business is relatively easy to establish.
  • It's environmentally sound because green cleaning products reduce chemicals and are better for humans and animals.
  • The startup costs are minimal.
  • You can easily add to your services to provide a well-rounded experience for your clients.
  • You can add staff to expand your business.
  • You can target households and businesses.

The Cons of Starting a Green Cleaning Business

Some of the potential challenges of starting a green cleaning business include:

  • It's hard physical labor if you do all of the cleaning yourself.
  • You really need to enjoy cleaning.
  • You may find that it's tough to generate business in a down economy.
  • You will have to purchase green cleaning supplies.
  • You need a thorough knowledge of green cleaning techniques and products.
  • You may need to be bonded and insured to work in others' homes.

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