The Maids Franchise — Costs & How to Buy
- Initial investment
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- Franchise fee
- null
- Royalty
- 6.9%
- Units open
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- Liquid capital
- $150 – $250
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Overview
The Maids is a leading residential cleaning franchise offering comprehensive house cleaning services. They differentiate themselves through a proven 22-Step Cleaning Process, a strong reputation for excellence, and a partnership with Mr. Clean. The company aims to provide franchisees with a lucrative business opportunity that also offers work-life balance, while delivering a healthy and clean home environment to their customers.
Key differentiators
["Highest Revenue Economics: Average gross revenue of $1,119,000 and low investment cost starting at $81,000, with an average EBITDA of $182k.","Lowest Royalty: Beginning at only 6.9%, with the potential to go as low as 3.9%.","Operating Technology: Technology that puts customers first, superior cleaning tools, and allows for custom requests and cleaning plans.","Mr. Clean Approved: The only residential cleaning franchise that is Mr. Clean Approved for delivering a trusted standard of excellence.","Proven System & Support: Utilizes a proprietary 22-Step Cleaning Process and provides extensive world-class support for franchisees."]
Training & support
The Maids provides world-class support including start-up strategy & processes, employee recruiting & retention, training to improve & maintain customer satisfaction & interactions, and valuable insights & coaching from industry veterans. Franchisees receive training teams on how to clean, retention of team members, and quality control. Support also extends to marketing strategy to improve customer outreach, shared R&D efforts to enhance services, and professional sales team to generate and nurture leads. They offer a 'team of experienced professionals to support you through all stages of your business — from start up to creating a successful long-term business.'
Ideal candidate
The target market includes homeowners, particularly two-income households where both partners work. These customers are often busy and value a clean, healthy home environment but lack the time for proper cleaning. The market has stable demand for essential services and customers are willing to pay for professional cleaning services. There is an increasing demand for eco-friendly cleaning, indicating environmentally conscious consumers as a segment.
Available territories
Information on available territories is provided, and the company mentions having hundreds of residential cleaning franchise opportunities across North America. Franchisees are assigned a specific trade area zip code, implying territorial exclusivity.
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The Maids franchise — frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to open a The Maids franchise?+
Total initial investment for a The Maids franchise typically ranges from $0 to $0, including the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, initial inventory, and working capital for the first three months of operations.
What ongoing fees does The Maids charge?+
Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty calculated as a percentage of gross revenue, plus a brand development fund contribution. Specific percentages and minimums are disclosed in Item 6 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Do I need industry experience to own a The Maids franchise?+
No prior industry experience is required. The Maids provides initial training, an operations manual, and ongoing field support. Successful candidates typically bring management experience, leadership skills, and a willingness to follow the system.
How long does it take to open a The Maids location?+
From signed franchise agreement to grand opening, most The Maids franchisees open within 6 to 12 months. Timeline depends on real estate selection, permitting, build-out, and training completion.
Is financing available for The Maids franchisees?+
The Maids is registered with the SBA Franchise Directory, which streamlines SBA 7(a) loan approval. Most franchisees finance 60–80% of the initial investment through a combination of SBA loans, equipment financing, and personal capital.