Bonnet Cleaning Rates
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Topic: Bonnet Cleaning Rates
Posted By: gaitan
Subject: Bonnet Cleaning Rates
Date Posted: 04/March/2010 at 10:10pm
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Hi everyone,
Thanks for your help in the past,I wouldn't have made it without this site.I've been doing HWE for a while, but now I would like to go with OP or bonnet cleaning( lot of my customers have asked for these methods). I have done a lot research in this site and I know pretty much how to do it, however I haven't found much on the rates. Do you guys charge by the square ft or by room, and how much in average? Any help would be really appreciated.
Thanks,
Gaitan
 Ps. I am located in Ontario.
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Posted By: duckcountry
Date Posted: 05/March/2010 at 5:08am
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My prices are based on how much I want to make per hour and how long each size house takes on the average. Equipment and material costs are lower for me with Bonnet than HWE. So how much I need to make per hour is less with the Bonnet method. It works for me as a one man operation here in the states. ------------- Are you in a high paying business or are you just a self employed low paid grunt who thinks this business provides dignity? |
Posted By: baires
Date Posted: 05/March/2010 at 6:53pm
| Hi duckcountry, as you said you only do bonnet cleaning. Did you try the gladiator pads on your rotary? I have a rotary dual speed and I don't have successful at all using them. I try in both speed but doesn't work. It is to hard to move the rotary and the machine's fuse is pop off all the time. Any advice??? Thanks, Pablo.- |
Posted By: carpetologist
Date Posted: 06/March/2010 at 8:05pm
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Pablo, Cotton pads do not work well or at all on a regular one or two speed floor machine. You need OP power (Oscillating). Bite the bullet and buy a new OP machine and feel the ease of operation and watch your bank account grow.  P.S. A regular rotary will use a synthetic bonnet with ease but it just wont absorb or clean satisfactorily. ------------- Kleen Kuip Supply Mart Inc. http://www.kleenkuip.com - New & Used Professional Carpet Cleaning Machines, Restoration Equipment, Training, Service and Supplies |
Posted By: gaitan
Date Posted: 09/March/2010 at 10:57am
| Thanks for you answer duckcountry. |
Posted By: baires
Date Posted: 09/March/2010 at 9:02pm
| Hi carpetologist, thanks for your response. Of course, I allways use the synthetic bonnet for my rotary (the quenn one w/green strip and the plain white one) an also I use the beige fiber plus pads for some pre- scrub. The point is that I was looking for something more absorbent to increase the performance of the bonnet cleaning procces and they claim that those 21" pads can do the work on a rotary machine much better than regular syntethic pads. No in my case. This is why I am asking here is somebody else use them, and if they have had succes. My rotary is a Husky 17" 2 speed machine. One more thing, I already have an oreck orbiter 10" machine for the stairs and the gladiators pads works fine, of course they are not the size but I try it on an op machine just to see what happen. Keep in touch, Pablo.- |
Posted By: duckcountry
Date Posted: 10/March/2010 at 3:11pm
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As long as the customer is happy I am happy. The CSI team is not coming in after I am done to look for evidence. I MAY buy an OP someday but I will also retire in less than 9 years. Just not into the argument of "you can go one better". The answer is Master Your Technique, not be a slave to the opinions of others about what is good - better - best. My opinion only. ------------- Are you in a high paying business or are you just a self employed low paid grunt who thinks this business provides dignity? |
Posted By: Ken_Is_OK
Date Posted: 11/March/2010 at 11:53pm
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Gaitan;
moving the dirt around with a synthetic bonnet went out almost 10 years ago.
if you want to spray buff floors then buy a buffer.
if you want to be a professional carpet cleaning technician then use professional tools.
my dentist could use a drill from Home Depot on my teeth but he doesnt he uses professional tools made for his industry.
my auto mechanic uses the proper tools as does my plumber.
Sir do you want to be a pro or a hack?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYQVLw7TSpA - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYQVLw7TSpA
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Posted By: duckcountry
Date Posted: 12/March/2010 at 1:48am
And only buy chemicals from companies that don't make bonnet cleaning chemicals which by process of elimination leaves us with ......NONE! No company worth its weight in gold would ever make chemicals for non professionals. And be sure to only buy from outlets that don't cater in any degree to the bonnet jockeys. Right? Sounds like this is the only way to demonstrate a cleaner is a true professional. Never stop short of the goal of offending your opposition. If it has worked in the middle east for 5000 years it can work in this industry as well. ------------- Are you in a high paying business or are you just a self employed low paid grunt who thinks this business provides dignity? |
Ken_Is_OK wrote:Posted By: Ken_Is_OK
Date Posted: 12/March/2010 at 3:24pm
| Also don't snort lines of enzall before posting on forums. |
Posted By: Ken_Is_OK
Date Posted: 12/March/2010 at 3:27pm
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The proper chemical for VLM is called Releasit call Kleenkuip they probably have it.
Use cotton pads not synthetic bonnet. The cotton pads extract dirt where others just move dirt around.
ps. dont snort enzall like the Americans do, its bad bad stuff.
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Posted By: gavin
Date Posted: 21/January/2011 at 11:27pm
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I clean with HWE or with a bonnet, sometimes both, and charge the same either way. I figure the customer is paying for a clean carpet, it shouldn't matter what method you use. so I give them the options and tell them what i think will work best with their carpet. if you price one higher then the other the customer will think that that method is going to work better, when it really depends on thje carpet, the stains, the temp, and customer preference. http://www.bellinghamcarpetcare.com |
Posted By: aqualityassured
Date Posted: 22/January/2011 at 4:48pm
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Posted By: aqualityassured
Date Posted: 22/January/2011 at 4:52pm
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My cleaning rates for deep carpet cleaning right now are $25 room members and I'm doing a $29 room for non members. I also have a $99 carpet cleaning special $99 for 3 rooms and a hall or 4 areas. My original pricing is between $40-$44 a room. Can anyone tell me if you think it's a fair price Its expensive here in atlanta for quality cleaning services. Let me know please. http://aqualityassured.com/default.aspx ------------- _________"We Know How To Clean!" http://aqualityassured.com/default.aspx - Cleaning Services Atlanta http://aqualityassured.com/carpetcleaningatlanta.aspx - Carpet Cleaners Atlanta |
Posted By: aqualityassured
Date Posted: 27/January/2011 at 2:45am
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After reading into the posts more I guess people don't care about bonnet rates. More like which carpet cleaning method is best? VLM, Steam, Rug Doctor. It really depends on a lot of factors than what are discussed here. If you are looking to get your customers carpets cleaned; you must first consider these few points 1. The carpet cleaner must be trained properly. 2. Using the right cleaning products will enhance the results and save time. 3. VLM less heat = more chemicals, dwell time and agitation 4. Steam more heat and vacuum= less chemicals, time and agitation 5. Professionalism and Presentation = more customers. 6. Time vs. profitability 7. Equipment affordability Why does it matter which way? There are many professional carpet cleaning companies out there that use the dry cleaning or vlm way. This is just my opinion. Hope I've helped.  ------------- _________"We Know How To Clean!" http://aqualityassured.com/default.aspx - Cleaning Services Atlanta http://aqualityassured.com/carpetcleaningatlanta.aspx - Carpet Cleaners Atlanta |
Posted By: MarketingPRO
Date Posted: 17/December/2023 at 7:25pm
When it comes to encapsulation (OP) or bonnet cleaning, pricing can vary based on factors such as your location, the size of the job, and the specific services you offer. Here are some common approaches to pricing. Charge by the Square Foot: Many professionals charge per square foot. The rate can range from $0.15 to $0.30 per square foot, depending on factors like the level of soiling, the type of carpet, and additional services provided. Charge by the Room: Some cleaners prefer to charge by the room, especially for residential jobs. Rates might range from $50 to $100 per room, but this can vary based on your local market and the size of the rooms. Combination Pricing: You can also offer a combination of both square footage and room-based pricing. For example, you might charge a base rate per room and an additional fee per square foot for heavily soiled areas or larger spaces. Consider Additional Services: Factor in additional services such as spot treatment, stain removal, or deodorizing into your pricing. These services may be charged separately or included in a package. Evaluate Local Competitors: Research the pricing strategies of your local competitors. This can give you insights into the market rates in your area, allowing you to set competitive yet profitable prices. Custom Quotes: For larger or more complex jobs, providing custom quotes based on an assessment of the specific requirements can be a good approach. This allows you to tailor the pricing to the unique needs of each client. It's often beneficial to provide transparent pricing and communicate the value of your services to clients. Additionally, periodic adjustments to your pricing may be necessary as your business grows and market conditions change. ------------- Transforming Ideas into Results, One Click at a Time. |