Running a power washing business is more than just spraying down houses and driveways — it’s running a real operation. And if you’re not checking the pulse of your business regularly, you could be driving blind. That’s where a Weekly Business Review (WBR) comes in. 🧠📆
A weekly review gives you a moment to pause, reflect, and redirect. It turns the chaos of everyday jobs into a focused strategy for growth. In this article, we’ll show you how to create a simple but powerful weekly review system that helps you stay organized, identify problems early, and build momentum.
💡 Why Do a Weekly Business Review?
Think of your weekly review like a mini board meeting — even if it’s just you and a notebook.
Here’s what it helps you accomplish:
- ✅ Identify what’s working and what’s not
- ✅ Spot slow weeks or missed follow-ups before it’s too late
- ✅ Track income and expenses consistently
- ✅ Stay focused on goals and long-term strategy
- ✅ Make better decisions with less guesswork
Most importantly, it keeps you from getting stuck in busywork and losing sight of the big picture. 🧭
🗂️ What to Include in a Weekly Review
Set aside 30–60 minutes at the end of each week (Friday afternoon or Sunday evening works great). Use a spreadsheet, a whiteboard, or a notebook — the format isn’t as important as the consistency.
Here’s what to review:
1. 🧾 Jobs Completed
- What jobs were finished this week?
- Were they profitable?
- Did anything go wrong (equipment issues, customer complaints, delays)?
Log:
- Job name/location
- Time taken
- Revenue earned
- Cost of materials/labor
- Hourly profitability
This will help you spot patterns in what types of jobs are the most (or least) profitable.
2. 📥 Leads and Quotes
- How many new leads came in this week?
- How many quotes did you send?
- How many were accepted?
If you’re not tracking leads and conversion rates, you’re guessing — and guessing is expensive. You want to see:
- 📈 Lead source (Google, word of mouth, etc.)
- 💬 Quote value
- ✅ Accepted/Declined
- 🗓️ Follow-up needed?
This helps refine your marketing and sales process. 🎯
3. 💵 Income vs. Expenses
Every week, write down:
- Total income (from completed jobs)
- Expenses (fuel, chemicals, equipment, insurance, etc.)
- Net profit
You can even break it down by job type:
- 🏠 House washes
- 🪟 Window cleaning
- 🚪 Driveways
- 📦 Commercial accounts
Seeing it weekly helps you fix cash flow leaks early.
4. 👨💼 Team Performance (If You Have Employees)
If you have a crew, ask:
- Did they show up on time?
- Were there any complaints?
- Are they following procedures (uniforms, before/after photos, cleanups)?
- Who needs training?
- Who’s ready for more responsibility?
Employee issues don’t get better when ignored. Weekly check-ins make it easier to praise or correct quickly. 👍👎
5. ⭐ Customer Feedback & Reviews
- Did any customers leave reviews?
- Were there any issues or redos?
- Did you ask every satisfied client for a review?
Include a section for testimonials or complaints. If you had a 5-star job, consider creating a case study or social media post about it. 📸✨
6. 📆 Upcoming Jobs & Scheduling
Look ahead at:
- Jobs already scheduled
- Open slots
- Weather concerns
- Routes and driving time
This helps reduce downtime and drive time, especially if you can batch jobs in the same neighborhood. 🗺️🚐
7. 🎯 Weekly Goals & Metrics
Did you hit your weekly goals?
Examples:
- $2,000 in revenue
- 5 new reviews
- 2 new commercial leads
- Google Ads CTR above 5%
If you didn’t hit your goals, ask why. If you did, plan how to scale it up next week.
📋 Sample Weekly Review Template
Here’s a simple outline you can copy:
Week Ending: [Date]
✅ Jobs Completed:
- Smith House ($400, 2 hrs, $180/hr profit)
- River Apartments ($750, 6 hrs, $95/hr profit)
📈 Leads & Quotes:
- 6 leads, 5 quotes sent, 2 jobs booked
- Top source: Google Business Profile
💰 Income: $1,150
💸 Expenses: $210
Profit: $940
🧍 Crew Notes:
- Jake did great; Chris needs to improve time mgmt
- No complaints
🌟 Customer Feedback:
- 1 new Google review (5 stars)
- No redos
🗓️ Upcoming Jobs:
- Mon: Johnson House
- Wed: Brown Driveway
- Fri: Apartment complex
🎯 Weekly Goal Review:
- Revenue target: $1,500 (missed)
- Review request: Met (1 review)
⏰ How Long Should This Take?
30–60 minutes per week. That’s it. Brew a coffee or a cold drink, turn off notifications, and dig in. Your business deserves that kind of attention.
And remember — this time is working ON the business, not just in it. 🧠💼
📱 Tools That Can Help
- Google Sheets or Excel – For tracking everything in one place
- Trello or Notion – For goal-setting and planning
- Jobber / Housecall Pro – For scheduling and job logging
- QuickBooks – For income and expense syncing
- CallRail / Google Ads – To track leads
Use what works best for you — but pick something and stick to it.
🔚 Final Thoughts
Running a successful power washing company doesn’t just happen on the job site — it happens when you take time to review, reflect, and refine your business every week. 💼🧽📊
The weekly business review is your moment to slow down, zoom out, and steer the ship with intention. And over time, that clarity will lead to stronger profits, smoother systems, and a business you’re proud to grow.
Make it a habit, and it might just become your most valuable hour of the week. ⏳🔥
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