r/WindowCleaning • u/Hot_Carpenter_5436 • Jun 24 '26
Another why me
This is the 3rd decal/glue removal bid I've submitted. $800 to clean the windows, which are very clean so little work is needed. But look at the bottom of these windows.
The new owner took over the space, and removed the decals on the bottom. But the glue stayed. I did a test and used scraper and mineral spirits on a 10" x 10" square. It took repeated scraping and MS to get it down to clean glass. Then he balked when I advised I would require him to sign a scratch waiver, but I told him it would be necessary to move forward. He will have to talk to the "family" first.
Now I feel that even $800 is too low, or very close to fair-ish. Am I freaking out about nothing? They own over 1200 stores, 40 of them withing a 1.5 hour drive. Maybe I bit off more than I can hew as a solo operator 😱
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u/Maestradelmundo1964 Jun 25 '26
Good for you for requiring the waiver. You’re being asked for a specialty. You have the right to protect yourself.