o Required insurance coverage o Timely occupancy to permit business phone installation
Adequate space (750 - 1000 square feet for a start-up) for office, supplies, storage, etc. Cost of necessary leasehold improvements to accommodate your MOLLY MAID business (i.e. wall partitions, water line, etc.) A source of running water for the installation of the dilution and dispensing system for your cleaning products, preferably in your office.
Washer and Dryer hook ups
Convenience of restroom facilities. When you have found an office that meets these specifications discuss it with your New Business Manager. Once you sign your lease, call home office with your business address.
1.9 Acquire Two Pre-Approved MOLLY MAID Vehicles Make arrangements to acquire two pre-approved MOLLY MAID marketing/service vehicles—one for yourself and the other for your first team. The person providing in- home estimates must always arrive in a MOLLY MAID vehicle! Look on the MOLLY MAID Team Site for the pre-approved list or talk to your New Business Manager. (The list changes frequently as models and colors change each year.) MOLLY MAID has developed a relationship with Enterprise Fleet Services which helps simplify the process of acquiring vehicles. Be sure to contact Enterprise as you consider your vehicle options. As part of your process of vehicle acquisition, contact your Department of Motor Vehicles to determine the appropriate classification for license plates. In the majority of states, MOLLY MAID vehicles do not require commercial license plates. Make sure to verify and obtain the proper classification for your location. Each franchise owner must purchase or lease two approved vehicles prior to the commencement of business. The cars can be new or used, but must have a professional appearance, and must be identified by approved MOLLY MAID logos. You are responsible for purchasing or leasing additional vehicles as each team is established. Approved logos for the first two vehicles are included in your initial package. Your vehicles must be dark blue subcompacts. Our official MOLLY MAID color is reflex blue, but the colors readily available are usually described as “navy” blue or “dark” blue. As a convenience to your employees, we recommend you equip your cars with air conditioning, power steering, automatic transmission, and a radio. 1.10 Conduct a Telephone Search of Your Competition Search online under “Housecleaning” or “Maid Service,” and survey the competition in your area. Call or email them and inquire about their service. If they do in-home estimates, have them come out to do one in your home. You will want to determine:
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