As many of you already know, I am starting a carpet cleaning business in Albany. I have been working with another cleaner in the area and feel that the time is right to branch out on my own. Even with a bad economy, I feel that the time is right to get this done. I have a number of steps to take and I will post my steps here as I complete them to keep you guys informed.

Step 1: Company name
I am going with Kwikdry Services. I feel that it will let people know that I offer a fast drying carpet cleaning process and does not lock me into offering only carpet cleaning. I plan on also offering upholstery cleaning, tile cleaning, etc.

Step 2: Company contacts
I have already got a company number and PO Box although I will not post them until I officially open my carpet cleaning business. I am also negotiating the purchase of an Albany carpet cleaning website . It already ranks pretty high so it chould giv me a boost.

Step 3: Certification
I am going for my IICRC certification next week. This will give me that cool little patch that I can weat on my sleeve, LOL.