10/22/2026
I just had to do what every business owner dreads doing… raising prices. 😅
Let’s talk about it, though.
I can love my clients to my core. I’d like to say at least half of my clients are like family to me, and the other half are becoming close friends. If there’s a way I can help them out, I’ll do my absolute best to do so. Other than cleaning, of course! 🙃
And while that’s all great, I also have to remember that I’m running a business. I can’t let my love for my clients get in the way of keeping that business sustainable.
There are SO many expenses that go into running a legitimate business. Supplies, equipment, insurance, taxes, gas, and the wear and tear on my vehicle… and let’s not forget the wear and tear on MYSELF. 😂
And let’s be honest… even after a price increase, I know some of my clients are still paying less than what many other cleaners in the area charge. Why? Because I genuinely try my best to keep my prices reasonable and affordable for the people who trust me with their homes.
Will that make me the most successful business owner out there? Probably not. 😂 But that’s not necessarily what I’m chasing.
I’m not trying to build some huge cleaning company with a bunch of employees. I’ve built this business around the life I want to live. It works well with my schedule, I thrive working alone, and I genuinely LOVE what I do.
But loving what I do doesn’t mean I can afford to undercharge for it.
So, the next time your cleaner sends you a notice about a price increase, just remember that there’s probably been a LOT of thought, stress, and second-guessing behind that decision.
I know there was for me! I’ve been stressing and procrastinating over sending mine out for the ENTIRE MONTH. 🤦♀️🤣 I typically like to send those notices out on October 1st, and here I am, finally getting it done.
Please don’t automatically assume your cleaner is raising prices to take advantage of you. Most of us aren’t doing that. We’re trying to keep up with rising expenses while continuing to provide the same quality of service you’ve come to expect from us.
For many of us, this isn’t just a side hustle or a little hobby. This is our career. Our livelihood. How we support our families and pay our bills.
We can love our clients, appreciate their loyalty, and want to keep our services affordable while STILL needing to make a living.
Both things can be true.
At the end of the day, we’re all just trying to make it in this crazy world. ❤️
So, if you’re a small business owner who’s been putting off that dreaded price increase, consider this your reminder that it’s okay to value your work, cover your expenses, and take care of yourself, too.
And if you’re a client who has stuck by your cleaner through the years, please know that your loyalty and understanding mean more than you probably realize. ❤️
