🛠️ 5 Biggest Bookkeeping Mistakes in Year 3 of Business (for Home Service Pros)
By year three, your home service business—whether it's plumbing, landscaping, HVAC, or cleaning—should be running smoother. But even seasoned pros still make costly bookkeeping mistakes that hold back growth.
Here’s what to avoid:
1. No Job-Level Tracking
You’re doing more jobs now—but are you tracking income and expenses per job?
✅ Without job costing, it’s hard to know which services are profitable (and which are draining your time).
2. Mixing Business and Personal Accounts
Still using one card for everything? This creates chaos when it’s time to file taxes.
âś… Open a dedicated business account and connect it to QuickBooks for clean tracking.
3. Ignoring Unpaid Invoices
Unpaid jobs = unpaid YOU.
âś… Use QuickBooks to send automatic reminders and stay on top of accounts receivable.
4. No Mileage or Vehicle Logs
Vehicle use is a big deduction—but only if it’s properly tracked.
âś… Use mileage apps or QBO add-ons to log business trips accurately.
5. No System for Regular Bookkeeping
Busy schedules mean finances fall behind.
✅ Set a monthly system—or bring in a pro to help you stay on track and scale with clarity.
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