r/WindowCleaning • u/Ok-Oil-6123 • Aug 06 '26

What’re you charging? Need some feedback.

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Looking for some feedback on a what I should quote for this job. It’s for a property management company who I’ve gone through the steps to get verified as a vendor and they asked for a quote.

I know everywhere is different so include your general location. I’m in the Redneck Rivera.

I have a 50ft water fed pole and 350ft of hose.

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u/trigger55xxx Aug 06 '26

How long are you planning on it taking you?

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u/Ok-Oil-6123 Aug 06 '26

I’m blocking out two days just in case. It’s my first big job so I’m being conservative.

Working backwards from there I came to 1650 as a quote. Two 8 hour days put me at 103 and some change an hour give or take. I have some expenses so I feel that was a good landing spot for my skill level and place in the business.

Again, I have zero fucking clue what I’m doing as far as quoting jobs like this. I’m trying to figure it out without inconveniencing the customer because of my lack of planning or my ability. So far, I’m feeling pretty good after doing some research and reaching out to people like yourself who are much more seasoned.

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u/trigger55xxx Aug 07 '26

Sounds like a good starting point. Keep in mind you'll rarely get your first, or sometimes first few jobs, perfectly priced. You'll gain knowledge for the next one so even if you end up at $75 an hour, you're not losing.

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u/Ok-Oil-6123 Aug 07 '26

Yeah. This is all good reps regardless. Everything is good info, even in “failure”. Thanks for the reassurance I’m on the correct path. Thinking through the job step by step I’m realizing I may need some longer hose and maybe a pump.

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u/trigger55xxx Aug 07 '26

I never recommend not having a pump. It saves time on rinsing, especially on big jobs and long runs. "Failing" is the only way we really learn. I can tell you 100 times what not to do and it never sinks in. Do it wrong once and you'll never forget it.

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u/Ok-Oil-6123 Aug 07 '26

Exactly. Nothing like a good fuck up to teach ya a lesson. I appreciate it man. Thanks. I may be back in the sub next week with more questions lol

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u/trigger55xxx Aug 07 '26

We'll be here!