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Our Ideal House Cleaning Franchise Candidates

If you are interested in becoming a part of one of the largest home cleaning franchises in the United States, you may be wondering who exactly we are looking for. First and foremost, Merry Maids® seeks dedicated individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service to every person they serve. We are more than just a cleaning company—we are a service-oriented business that gives our customers back the time they deserve to enjoy the things they love. We are looking for franchise owners who embody the desire to provide this unrivaled service. After all, your success is our success.

As for your skills, we are seeking franchisees who are business-minded individuals, possess outstanding management, sales and customer service abilities, and enjoy working with and developing people. Though experience in the home cleaning industry is helpful, it certainly is not a requirement.

The skills that make an ideal Merry Maids® business franchisee can come from a wide range of backgrounds, including:

  • Janitorial
  • Corporate America
  • Sales and/or marketing professionals
  • Hospitality
  • Recent college graduates

Think you’d be a great fit for our home cleaning business franchise?
Reach out to us today at (888) 296-9031 or visit our Steps to Ownership page!

Who We’re Looking For

If you are at a prime point in your career where you’re looking to leverage your skill set in order to build a business for yourself or your family, you may be the perfect fit for our cleaning company franchise. Our in-demand business is simple, practical, and scalable. Merry Maids® prefers candidates who enjoy working with people, think quickly, and can problem solve as they go.

We also look for candidates who are:

  • Independent self-starters
  • Organized and ambitious
  • Customer service-focused

Financial Requirements for Our Cleaning Franchisees

One of the primary questions prospective owners have when considering a business franchise is the upfront cost. With Merry Maids®, our franchise fee is between $37,500 and $51,500, and in general, you should have access to about $50,000 for the investment.

Merry Maids® proudly offers financing for well-qualified buyers via our financing subsidiary, SMAC, which can cover up to 80% of the initial franchise fee. We also offer discounts for a variety of people, including veterans, cash buyers, minorities, and women. Visit our Investment and Financing pages for further information.

Already a Home Cleaning Business Owner?

If you’re ready to take your independent home cleaning business to the next level, franchising with a name brand like Merry Maids® may be for you. Moving your business forward can be challenging, but you don’t have to go it alone. From training your team members to marketing your services, we understand the challenges of running and expanding a home cleaning business. In addition to exclusive territories, we’ll give you the kind of operational support, industry-leading standards and custom solutions you’ll need to build upon your existing business. We’ll work with you to make the transition seamless!

Interested in learning more about our exciting home cleaning business opportunity? Check out our Become an Owner page. We look forward to hearing from you!

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  1. Speak With Us Discuss your opportunity with brand representatives. See if you’re the right fit.
  2. Application & Funding Complete your application and select your lender of choice.
  3. Training & Opening Learn more through training and academy work before opening day!

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