Business idea · Physical-Services
Bin Cleaning Services
Bin Cleaning Services is a service that cleans residential garbage bins, using pressure washing techniques and marketing through local neighborhoods, especially around trash collection days. It was pitched on Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner, in the episode "11 Business Ideas I’d Start If I Were a Beginner⏐Ep. #272" (aired February 6, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | 11 Business Ideas I’d Start If I Were a Beginner⏐Ep. #272 |
| Aired | February 6, 2026 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | Goodwill Time Lapse Videos, Wall Printing Service, Lawn Mower Flipping Business, Car Seat Cleaning Service, Driftwood LED Art |
The problem it solves
Provides a solution for homeowners who want to eliminate unpleasant odors and maintain cleanliness without the effort of doing it themselves.
How it makes money
Charge per bin cleaned, with the potential to service multiple bins in one day, maximizing revenue.
Skills you need
Basic cleaning skills, customer service skills for engaging with clients, and marketing skills to promote the service effectively in local communities.
The market, and why this works now
Local municipalities are increasingly implementing stricter regulations on waste management, prompting homeowners to seek ways to maintain cleanliness and avoid fines. A practical first revenue move is to list services in local Facebook groups dedicated to neighborhood services, where residents often seek recommendations for home maintenance. A potential risk is the labor intensity of the business model; cleaning multiple bins in a day requires a reliable workforce and could lead to scheduling challenges during peak trash collection times.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Goodwill Time Lapse Videos
A service that offers home improvement or landscaping work for free in exchange for permission to film the process, which is then shared online.
- Wall Printing Service
A service that uses specialized wall printers to print graphics and designs on large wall surfaces for residential and commercial spaces.
- Lawn Mower Flipping Business
Buying used lawn mowers, refurbishing them, and reselling them for profit, often targeting international markets where demand is higher.
- Car Seat Cleaning Service
A service that specializes in cleaning car seats for parents, often using simple cleaning supplies and offering pickup and drop-off services.
- Driftwood LED Art
Creating and selling decorative pieces made from driftwood and LED lights, often marketed through platforms like Etsy.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: 11 Business Ideas I’d Start If I Were a Beginner⏐Ep. #272
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.