The Cleaning Authority

Residential house cleaning has become one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S. The success of our franchisees stems from a unique business model not found anywhere else. We provide you with systems and tools so that you are in control of your success.

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The Cleaning Authority Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

If you are an entrepreneur looking to take control of your schedule and create the lifestyle you've always wanted for you and your family, The Cleaning Authority may be the perfect match for you. We are a leader in the growing $46 billion cleaning services industry, serving more than 40,000 families each week. Franchising with us is a business opportunity like no other.

A Career on Your Terms

If you are an entrepreneur looking to take control of your schedule and create the lifestyle you've always wanted for you and your family, The Cleaning Authority may be the perfect match for you. We are a leader in the growing $46 billion cleaning services industry, serving more than 40,000 families each week. Franchising with us is a business opportunity like no other.

Why The Cleaning Authority?

Cleaning services are something that every home needs. Consumer spending in this category continues to grow year over year with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting the overall demand for household cleaning services to grow at an annual rate of 7% through 2018.

If you are like most people, you probably never thought about the opportunity that exists within the residential cleaning industry. Think again. The Cleaning Authority is a tested business model with franchisees generating $1.1 million in average annual unit revenue and our top third generating over $1.6 million in revenue in 2013*.

That sort of success is possible because we combine simple business fundamentals with sophisticated systems and an unprecedented support infrastructure to help franchise owners achieve their goals. Our owners don't work in? the business they work on? it, focusing on overall business operations, not cleaning homes.

Company Details

Established: 1977
First Unit Franchised: 1996
Franchised Units: 221
Company Owned Units: 3
States Registered In: All except HI & WA


Support and Training Offered By The Cleaning Authority

Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training: 2 weeks of training at the corporate office in Columbia, Maryland

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a The Cleaning Authority Franchise.

What does a The Cleaning Authority Franchise Cost?

The Cleaning Authority franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Investment: $50,000
Total Investment: $150,000-$200,000
Minimum Net Worth: $225,000
Franchise Fee: $20,000 Enterprise Market/$15,000 Hometown Market*
Territory Fee : $22,500-$45,000 Enterprise Market/$11,250-$22,499*
*depends on market size
Veteran Franchise Fee : 30% off of Franchise Fee and Territory Fee (first franchise only)

Royalty: 6%-4%
Ad: 1%
Average Number of Employees: Varies, see 2 min drill
Passive Ownership: No
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No

Is The Cleaning Authority a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. The Cleaning Authority is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is The Cleaning Authority a Home Based franchise?

No. The Cleaning Authority is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do The Cleaning Authority Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much The Cleaning Authority franchisees make. The Cleaning Authority offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is The Cleaning Authority a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. The Cleaning Authority is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does The Cleaning Authority Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. The Cleaning Authority franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does The Cleaning Authority Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. The Cleaning Authority franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is The Cleaning Authority Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. The Cleaning Authority franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is The Cleaning Authority Looking for International franchisees?

No. The Cleaning Authority franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see The Cleaning Authority's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Green & Eco Friendly, Home Services, Cleaning & Maid Services, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$50,000 - $100,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

The Cleaning Authority Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing The Cleaning Authority franchises for sale. We may have The Cleaning Authority franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.