Dryer vent cleaning for landlords

Landlords, property management companies, condo boards and co-op housing managers.

A per-unit price on an annual or twice-yearly contract, so many vents cleaned in one visit make the day more efficient.

• Reliable scheduling and organizing
• Professional communication with property managers
• Basic report writing with photos
• Hands-on cleaning skills

• Commercial general liability insurance, and check what property managers require as proof
• Check WCB/WSIB coverage rules in your province before hiring helpers
• Tenant access and notice, so agree who books entry with the manager
• Check whether your municipality requires a business licence
• Large contracts can depend on one client, so avoid relying on a single manager
• Register for GST/HST once your revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on the equipment and insurance you need. Check what proof of commercial general liability insurance property managers require before you pitch for contracts.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many buildings and units you service. Large contracts can depend on one client, so avoid relying on a single manager.

Check whether your municipality requires a business licence and what WCB or WSIB coverage applies in your province before hiring helpers. Also check tenant access and notice arrangements, insurance, and GST/HST registration once revenue passes the small supplier threshold.