The

10

best

Commercial Cleaning

franchises of 2026

Complete ranking by Growth & Profitability

Cleaning franchises operate in a recurring-revenue services segment driven by residential, commercial, and specialty cleaning demand.

These businesses benefit from low customer churn, predictable service schedules, and scalable operational models, with performance largely determined by capital efficiency, system scale, and network growth.

Below are the top 10 cleaning franchises in the market today, highlighting the brands that best combine efficient payback, system size, and sustainable expansion.

Jan-Pro Cleaning and Disinfecting

9.0
/
10

Jan-Pro Cleaning and Disinfecting specializes in commercial cleaning and disinfection services, offering businesses thorough and effective cleaning solutions to maintain clean and sanitary environments for employees and customers.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

107
+
9%
9%
Franchise fee

?

$50,000 - $250,000
Investment

?

$130,000 - $422,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$5,653,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
9.0
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Jan-Pro provides commercial cleaning and disinfecting services to offices, medical facilities, and industrial clients.
Its ranking is driven by best-in-class payback efficiency and a scalable commercial services model.

  • Established system with 107 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$276K)
  • Exceptional 0.05x payback, strongest in the category
  • Positive franchisee growth (~9%) supports continued expansion

The Cleaning Authority

8.7
/
10

The Cleaning Authority offers professional residential cleaning services, providing customers with thorough and customizable cleaning solutions to keep their homes clean and organized.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

221
+
6%
6%
Franchise fee

?

$20,000
Investment

?

$82,000 - $173,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$1,405,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
8.7
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

The Cleaning Authority offers residential house cleaning services using environmentally responsible practices.
Its ranking reflects elite capital efficiency combined with solid national scale.

  • Large system with 221 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$127.5K)
  • Outstanding 0.09x payback
  • Positive franchisee growth (~6%) reinforces stability

Molly Maid

8.3
/
10

Molly Maid specializes in professional residential cleaning services, offering customers reliable and thorough cleaning solutions to maintain clean and organized homes.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

448
+
-7%
-7%
Franchise fee

?

$14,900
Investment

?

$140,000 - $197,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$759,000

+
-5.1%
-5.1%
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
8.3
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Molly Maid is a residential cleaning franchise providing recurring home cleaning services.
Its ranking benefits from strong brand recognition and system scale despite recent contraction.

  • Large system with 448 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$168.5K)
  • Strong 0.22x payback
  • Slight franchisee decline (~-7%) modestly impacts ranking

Merry Maids

8.2
/
10

Merry Maids specializes in professional residential cleaning services, providing customers with thorough and customizable cleaning solutions to keep their homes clean and organized.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

933
+
-6%
-6%
Franchise fee

?

$55,000
Investment

?

$127,000 - $166,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$788,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
8.2
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Merry Maids delivers professional residential cleaning services through scheduled and one-time cleanings.
Its ranking reflects massive system size paired with solid unit economics.

  • Very large system with 933 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$146.5K)
  • Attractive 0.19x payback
  • Mild franchisee contraction (~-6%) slightly weighs on ranking

Office Pride

8.0
/
10

Office Pride offers commercial cleaning and janitorial services, focusing on quality, professionalism, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

148
+
2%
2%
Franchise fee

?

$45,000
Investment

?

$80,000 - $127,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$405,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
8.0
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Office Pride focuses on commercial cleaning services for offices and professional facilities.
Its ranking is driven by low capital requirements and stable system performance.

  • Mid-sized system with 148 franchisees
  • Low average investment (~$103.5K)
  • Strong 0.26x payback
  • Steady franchisee growth (~2%) supports consistency

Stanley Steemer

7.7
/
10

Stanley Steemer specializes in professional carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, and other home cleaning services, offering customers reliable and effective solutions to maintain clean and healthy living spaces.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

210
+
-2%
-2%
Franchise fee

?

$100,000
Investment

?

$158,000 - $522,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$1,196,000

+
1.8%
1.8%
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.7
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Stanley Steemer provides carpet, upholstery, and specialty surface cleaning services.
Its ranking reflects strong brand equity balanced against higher capital requirements.

  • Established system with 210 franchisees
  • High average investment (~$340K)
  • Solid 0.28x payback
  • Flat franchisee growth (~-2%) reflects maturity

Maid Brigade

7.6
/
10

Maid Brigade offers professional residential cleaning services, providing clients with thorough and reliable house cleaning solutions to maintain a clean and healthy living environment.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

330
+
-3%
-3%
Franchise fee

?

$27,000 - $40,700
Investment

?

$85,000 - $114,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$753,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.6
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Maid Brigade offers residential cleaning services emphasizing eco-friendly products.
Its ranking is supported by efficient economics and national presence.

  • Large system with 330 franchisees
  • Low average investment (~$99.5K)
  • Excellent 0.13x payback
  • Slight franchisee decline (~-3%) weighs modestly on ranking

Two Maids

7.5
/
10

Two Maids provides professional residential cleaning services, offering thorough and reliable cleaning solutions for homes of all sizes to ensure a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

117
+
29%
29%
Franchise fee

?

$19,950
Investment

?

$93,000 - $150,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$567,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.5
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Two Maids provides residential cleaning services with a performance-based pricing model.
Its ranking benefits from strong growth momentum and efficient operations.

  • Growing system with 117 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$121.5K)
  • Strong 0.21x payback
  • Healthy franchisee growth (~29%) boosts ranking

Enviro-Master

7.4
/
10

Enviro-Master offers commercial hygiene and restroom services, promoting cleanliness, health, and hygiene in public facilities.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

94
+
11%
11%
Franchise fee

?

$50,000
Investment

?

$96,000 - $220,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$1,021,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.4
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Enviro-Master specializes in commercial restroom hygiene and disinfecting services.
Its ranking reflects strong unit economics and steady expansion.

  • Mid-sized system with 94 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$158K)
  • Attractive 0.15x payback
  • Positive franchisee growth (~11%) supports scalability

Bio-One

7.1
/
10

Bio-One provides compassionate biohazard cleaning services, helping communities handle sensitive and hazardous situations with professionalism and care.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

130
+
8%
8%
Franchise fee

?

$60,000
Investment

?

$116,000 - $170,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$423,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.1
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Bio-One provides biohazard, trauma scene, and specialized cleaning services.
Its ranking reflects niche demand balanced against moderate capital requirements.

  • Established system with 130 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$143K)
  • Acceptable 0.34x payback
  • Steady franchisee growth (~8%) supports demand stability

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