Bookkeeping for Home Service Businesses

The problem with doing your own books

You started a service business because you're good at what you do — not because you love spreadsheets. But here's what usually happens: transactions pile up, receipts get lost, and by tax time you're handing your CPA a mess (or worse, guessing at numbers).

Meanwhile, you have no idea which services are actually profitable, whether you're charging enough, or how much you can afford to spend on that new van. Clean books answer all of these questions.

What we handle for you

• Monthly bookkeeping — Every transaction categorized and reconciled. Your books are closed and clean at the end of each month.
• Income and expense tracking — Service calls, parts, materials, fuel, insurance — everything categorized properly so you see where the money goes.
• Vehicle and equipment expenses — Mileage, fuel, maintenance, and equipment purchases tracked and categorized for maximum deductions.
• Bank and credit card reconciliation — We match every transaction so nothing falls through the cracks.
• Financial reports — Plain-English summaries so you know if you're making money or just busy.
• Tax-ready records — Hand your CPA a clean file at tax time. No scrambling, no guesswork.

Businesses we work with

Deductions home service businesses commonly miss

Without proper bookkeeping, you're almost certainly paying more in taxes than you need to. Here's what we commonly see getting missed:

• Vehicle mileage between job sites (adds up fast)
• Tools, parts, and supplies purchased throughout the year
• Uniforms and work clothing
• Business insurance premiums
• Software subscriptions (scheduling, invoicing, CRM)
• Marketing and advertising costs
• Continuing education and trade certifications

We categorize everything correctly so your CPA can take full advantage at tax time. We don't do taxes — but we make sure nothing gets missed.

Pricing

Most home service businesses pay around $500/month for monthly bookkeeping. The exact number depends on your transaction volume and complexity. We'll give you a clear quote upfront — no surprises.