The Maids

The Maids franchise, founded in 1979 by Daniel J. Bishop in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska., is a leading residential cleaning company in North America. The brand is a quality leader among the many cleaning companies in the industry, with more than 160 franchise owners serving over 90 major U.S. and Canadian cities. Customers are looking for eco-friendly products to clean their homes. This is where The Maids franchise comes in, becoming  became the first residential cleaning business to focus on cleaning for health. The brand researched environmentally preferable cleaning products and sourced state-of-the-art equipment, based on commercial cleaning practices, to ensure that a cleaner, healthier environment was achievable at home. 

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The Maids Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, health has been on the forefront of all of our minds. Since we were restricted to our homes for a while, this caused us to think about the ways that we could clean our houses. The data is in, and consumers are looking for eco-friendly products that they can use to clean their homes. This is where The Maids franchise comes in. The brand was founded by by Daniel J. Bishop in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, when he was 21 and began franchising a year later. Fast forward to today, and it has grown to be a leader in the residential cleaning industry and a top franchise in North America. When you franchise with The Maids, you are part of a nationally recognized residential home cleaning service that is driven by a model of innovation, technology and efficiency, and committed to the success of each of its franchisees. The brand also understands the importance of marketing and social media, which is why they provide franchisees with great marketing material and have a national media strategy to increase brand recognition.  
The brand has also sets itself apart from the competition by became the first residential cleaning business to focus on cleaning for health. The brand did this by researching environmentally preferable cleaning products and sourced state-of-the-art equipment, based on commercial cleaning practices, to ensure that a cleaner, healthier environment was achievable at home. If you are looking to franchise with an industry leader that brings an eco-friendly business to the public, The Maids could be the franchise for you. 

Company Details

Founded: 1979 
Franchising since: 1980
Canada: Yes
International: No

Support and Training Offered By The Maids

In terms of support and training, franchisees can expect marketing tools that will help get customers, provide the tools and technology necessary to keep the business running, as well as webinars and access to the brand's vendors.

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a The Maids Franchise.

What does a The Maids Franchise Cost?

The Maids franchise fees for 2024:

Liquid Capital: $50,000
Net Worth: $250,000
Total Investment: $64,100 - $154,300
Franchise Fee: $12,500 + $.95 per qualified household
Veteran Discount: 20% off territory fee for honorably discharged veteran

Is The Maids a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. The Maids 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 Maids a Home Based franchise?

No. The Maids is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do The Maids Franchise Owners Make?

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

Does The Maids Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. The Maids franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is The Maids Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. The Maids franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is The Maids Looking for International franchisees?

No. The Maids franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

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

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Cleaning & Maid Services, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

The Maids Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing The Maids franchises for sale. We may have The Maids 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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