Face it: Now more than ever, we are keenly aware of the need for clean and sanitized surroundings, especially in public places. When you walk into, for example, an office building, hospital, school, or bank, you want to see that it’s clean and know that’s it’s a safe and healthy space.
As some semblance of “normal” returns to communities and people are back out in public places, the demand is growing for commercial cleaning companies to maintain clean spaces. In fact, based on figures released by IBISWorld, janitorial service is a $90 billion industry in the U.S. with strong forecasted growth.
5 Cleaning Services
If you’re in the market to buy one of the best janitorial franchises, look for a brand that offers a wide range of cleaning services to meet the diverse needs of their clients. Some of the services that a top-notch commercial cleaning company may provide include:
- Office cleaning: This includes daily or periodic cleaning of office spaces, including desks, floors, windows, and bathrooms.
- Carpet cleaning: Commercial cleaning companies use specialized equipment and techniques to clean carpets, removing stains and improving their appearance.
- Floor cleaning and maintenance: This includes sweeping, mopping, and waxing floors to maintain their appearance and extend their lifespan.
- Window cleaning: Commercial cleaning companies use specialized equipment and techniques to clean windows, improving their appearance and allowing more natural light into the building.
- Restroom cleaning and sanitation: This includes deep cleaning and disinfecting of restrooms to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria.
What to Look For
Commercial cleaning is a competitive industry. To be a top janitorial franchise like ServiceMaster Clean, you’ve got to take it up a notch. For example, in addition to the comprehensive services listed above, we offer specialty cleaning of hardwood floors, air ducts and area rugs, just to name a few.
We also offer disinfection cleaning because we know these days, an average clean isn’t enough. Our proprietary Capture and Removal Cleaning system also helps deliver the highest quality clean for our customers.
Although most of our clients utilize our contract cleaning, allowing franchise owners to enjoy a recurring revenue model, we also understand that sometimes clients just need our project-based or one-time cleaning services.
The best janitorial franchises are committed to using environmentally friendly cleaning products and methods. Our green cleaning products are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and free of harsh chemicals. We also use HEPA-filtered vacuums that trap and eliminate dust particles, as well as chemical-free steam cleaning and special carpet cleaning solutions. All of these elements work together to create a healthier, safer, and more eco-friendly environment.
When looking for a strong commercial cleaning company, make certain the franchise services a wide variety of industries. At ServiceMaster Clean, we have cleaning contracts with many industries, including hospitals, schools, churches, offices, event centers, rec centers, shopping centers, and banks.
Red Flags
There are a few more things that can signal a red flag as you do your research looking for the best janitorial franchises. Make sure you consider reviews from two perspectives. First, see how franchisees feel about working with the brand. Secondly, look closely at customer reviews. If the franchise does not have high standards, odds are, your ownership experience will not be profitable. Taking care of the cleanliness of public spaces is a big job, and customers have to trust the team and their standards. For more than 65 years, ServiceMaster Clean has consistently gone above and beyond the cleaning expectations of our customers to deliver high-quality services they can rely on.
Another red flag is training. Not only should the franchise provide operational training and on-going support, the franchisor should also provide training on cleaning and any certifications needed for specific cleaning regulations. ServiceMaster Clean offers comprehensive training, combining classroom instruction, in-field operational support and hands-on technical training for all franchisees.
Our company works with clients to create a customized cleaning plan that meets their specific needs and budget. This may include regular cleaning schedules, periodic deep cleaning, and other services tailored to the client's requirements.
The Business of Cleaning
If you’re looking for a janitorial franchise opportunity where you can hit the ground running as a franchise owner because you have partnered with a highly recognized and respected brand –look no further than ServiceMaster Clean. We make becoming a franchisee simple and efficient with our 10-step ownership process. If you’re ready to take a closer look, let’s get started. Fill out our form and we’ll be in touch shortly.