What are the current average sales and gross income for this route?
Currently this route grosses $51,968 in yearly sales, and after expenses nets $44,153 per year. Income documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.
How do I get paid?
You are paid through a variety of payment schedules: weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually recurring billing.
How much can I make?
Window cleaning routes in general have unlimited growth potential. The better service you provide the more referrals. The yearly revenue can be increased by establishing new accounts. New accounts can be established in person, referrals by word of mouth, or by advertising, etc.
Can I finance a window cleaning business?
There is no seller financing for this route, and unfortunately banks will NOT write business loans against route based businesses for several reasons. You can review additional Financing Options Here.
What are my expenses and overhead?
Expenses include, but are not limited to: car and truck expenses, supplies, credit card processing fees, tax services, and insurance. The current owner estimates $7,815 in operating cost/expenses per year.
What type of insurance do I need?
Typically, a single owner operator of a route distributorship will need commercial insurance for their delivery vehicle and business liability insurance. Owners with multiple employees will need a multiple vehicle policy and workers’ compensation. Routes For Sale now offers discounts on insurance! Through our size and volume, we have partnered with some of the largest insurance brokers in the nation to offer the best rates. Request Your Free Insurance Quote Here.
What type of vehicle do I need?
The current owner services this window cleaning route with a trailer that is included with the sale of the business. Any car/van could be used to operate this business. If you are considering purchasing, leasing or financing a vehicle you can review additional information here.
What type of equipment is included with this window cleaning business?
Equipment list includes: squeegees, poles, buckets, rags, and a trailer with spot-free water fed pole system.
What is the Gross vs the Net income?
The gross income for the route is $51,968 per year, minus your above mentioned operating expenses of $7,815, gives you net/cash flow of $44,153 per year.
How does the selling price of the route get determined?
To determine a business’s price, a standard formula is to multiply 1.5-2 years of the net/cash flow plus consideration of the business assets. This business is priced to sell!
Why is the owner selling?
The owner is buying a different business.
Where is the business service area located?
In the Pinellas County, Florida region.
How many customers does the business have?
There are currently 28 residential and 172 commercial accounts. New owner may grow the business more if desired.
Does the owner have contracts in place with customers?
Yes, there are contracts with each of the locations.
How long has the seller owned the business?
The current owner has owned this business for 13 years.
How many days a week, and what hours does the owner work?
Currently the owner works 5 days a week, Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm.
What about vacation time or personal days?
As an independent distributor/business owner you are responsible for servicing the route. It is our recommendation that you hire or train someone for additional time needed off. Additionally, you can network and hire distributors with previous route experience at RouteReliefDrivers.com. Route Relief Drivers is a nationwide network that allows independent route distributors and vacation relief drivers to connect with each other. Each party negotiates its own terms and compensation.
What do you recommend when purchasing a business?
When purchasing this type of business we recommend forming some type of entity such as an LLC or Corporation to do business under. This not only offers protection for your personal assets, but also ensures protection of your business. If you need help forming this, we recommend that you Form A Corporation Here.
What else should I know?
Be Your Own Boss with flexible hours! Unlimited growth opportunity! The window cleaning business is a service based business which cannot be outsourced. Unlimited growth potential with unlimited territory boundaries. It is no surprise that more people today want to do “their own thing”. Hurry this won’t last long! Priced to sell at $59,000!Contact Us About This Route Here!