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Pro Spotlight: How Marco Built a Six-Figure Cleaning Business with Vexel

From restaurant manager to business owner: Marco Rodriguez’s journey to financial freedom.

Marco Rodriguez, a Vexel cleaning professional, wearing his branded uniform standing in front of his van

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$120k+ Annual Revenue Two years with Vexel

Leaving the F&B Industry for Flexibility

For eight years, Marco Rodriguez worked the grueling night shifts of the restaurant industry. As a General Manager, he was responsible for everything from inventory and staffing to handling difficult customer complaints. While he enjoyed the leadership aspect, the burnout was real.

"I loved managing people, but I hated the instability of the schedule," Marco says. "I wanted to be home by 6:00 PM on weekends to see my kids, but the restaurant floor didn't allow that."

Marco was looking for a side hustle that offered genuine flexibility and didn't require a college degree. A friend mentioned Vexel—a platform connecting homeowners with vetted local pros. Marco decided to give it a shot, unsure if he could turn cleaning into a serious career.

Marco Rodriguez cleaning a window in a modern home

The Strategy

Why Marco Chose Vexel

Marco signed up the day he heard about it. What impressed him most was the verification process. He knew he needed to present himself as a legitimate professional, not just a part-timer. Vexel’s background checks and insurance requirements gave him the confidence to charge premium rates from day one.

He treated every job like a high-end hospitality experience. He arrived in uniform, brought his own supplies, and took before-and-after photos. It wasn't long before he noticed a pattern: the better the service, the higher the tip, and the more repeat business he booked.

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App-First Approach

Marco relied heavily on the Vexel app to schedule his bookings. He set his availability, accepted jobs instantly, and tracked his earnings in real-time. "I didn't have to play phone tag with clients. The app did the heavy lifting."

The Numbers

Growth from Side Hustle to Full-Time Empire

$1,800

First Month Earnings
(Side Hustle)

$85k

Year 1 Revenue
(Full-Time)

Assistants Hired
Currently

4.9/5

Client Rating
Consistency

Words of Wisdom

Advice for New Pros

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Punctuality is Non-Negotiable

"I used to run 15 minutes late. I realized that every minute I wasted was a minute I wasn't getting paid. Now I arrive 10 minutes early. It builds trust and shows you respect the client's time."

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Over-Deliver on Cleanliness

"Don't just clean what you see. Wipe the baseboards, clean the oven racks if you have time. When you leave a home cleaner than when you arrived, the client feels like they got a bargain."

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Communicate Proactively

"If a job takes longer than expected, text the client immediately. If you find a problem (like a leak), tell them. Being honest builds your reputation faster than being perfect."

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Scale Slowly

"Don't hire people until your schedule is back-to-back. If you're stressed, the quality drops, and you lose the reviews that got you here. Use Vexel to manage the leads while you focus on quality."

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