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Merry Maids Franchise

Merry Maids is the largest domestic cleaning franchise in the world. Management franchise, no cleaning experience required. Scalable opportunity for serious investors.

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At a Glance

Established: 1979 in US and 1990 in the UK

UK Presence: 50+ franchise locations

Average start up cost: £49,950

Min personal contribution: £14,985

International Presence US, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and the Philippines

Development type: multi-unit franchises; single-unit franchises

Franchise Membership: bfa Established

Let's talk about the domestic cleaning market, how to run a management franchise and how to make money!

In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for professional home cleaning services is skyrocketing. 

As more households juggle busy careers, family commitments, and personal pursuits, the need for reliable, high-quality cleaning services has never been greater

This presents a golden opportunity for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to build a thriving business in a recession-resistant industry.

Merry Maids franchisee Tom

Enter Merry Maids – the global leader in the domestic cleaning sector that’s revolutionising the way homeowners approach household maintenance. 

We’re not just a cleaning service; we’re a comprehensive business solution for motivated individuals ready to take control of their financial future.

The truth is, we’re not looking for just anyone to represent the Merry Maids brand. We’re searching for those who want to grow a substantial business through using every aspect of the guidance, support and experience which Merry Maids have to offer.

What sets Merry Maids apart is our commitment to empowering our Franchise Partners with cutting-edge tools and resources. 

At the heart of our system is an innovative eCommerce solution that streamlines customer acquisition and retention. This platform allows clients to book services, make payments, and manage their cleaning schedules with ease – all while providing you with a steady stream of business.

But we don’t stop there. 

We understand that running a successful cleaning business requires more than just securing clients. 

That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive Business Management System tailored specifically for the domestic cleaning industry. This powerful software suite handles everything from scheduling and team management to inventory control and financial reporting

With our system, you’ll have real-time insights into your business performance, allowing you to make data-driven decisions that boost profitability and efficiency.

To further support your operational efficiency, we’ve created a user-friendly mobile app that keeps you connected to your business wherever you go. 

This app allows you to manage bookings, communicate with your team, and respond to client requests on the fly

It’s like having a personal assistant in your pocket, ensuring you never miss an opportunity to grow your business.

Merry Maids franchisee nicky

As a Merry Maids Franchise Partner, you’ll benefit from:

  • A proven business model with high earning potential
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support
  • Access to our proprietary eCommerce platform
  • State-of-the-art Business Management System
  • Mobile app for on-the-go business management
  • Marketing and branding support
  • Designated territories with growth potential

But let’s be clear – this opportunity isn’t for everyone. We’re seeking individuals who possess:

  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • A passion for customer service excellence
  • The drive to build and grow a successful business
  • Adaptability and willingness to embrace new technologies
  • A commitment to upholding the Merry Maids brand standards

If you see yourself in this description, then we want to hear from you. 

Contact us today to learn more about the Merry Maids franchise opportunity. Your journey to financial independence and business success starts here. 

Join the Merry Maids family and clean up in more ways than one!

Merry Maids franchisee Tom

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Success Stories

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Success Story
Award winner Tom Jackson shares his secrets for success

Not only is Tom Jackson celebrating 20 years in business and the acquisition of new territory in Stafford, but he is also the proud winner of the prestigious Merry Maids Recognition Award and a whichfranchise Great British Franchisee Award.

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Meet the Franchisee: Gina Glendinning of Merry Maids Wakefield and Leeds

Before starting her Merry Maids business in 2018, Gina was a self-described ‘career banker’, working in many different roles for HSBC – over the span of 32 years. One day, Gina says she reached a point where she realised that she needed to get her work-life balance in check, so she started to look around at options for owning her own business.

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18 Years of Merry Maids

Tom Jackson is the proud owner of FOUR territories within south Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Solihull. Having joined the network 18 years ago, Tom has seen how the industry has changed over the years and has been able to keep up with the times through the research and development undertaken by the brand.

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Merry Maids boss cleans up in Great British Franchisee Awards

Impeccable service and crisis management come naturally to Gary Rolfe, so it’s hardly surprising that the owner of Merry Maids in Kingston-Upon Thames has won a major award in the middle of a pandemic. Despite everything that lockdowns, social distancing, and ever-changing regulations could throw at him, the cleaning company boss has emerged as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Great British Franchisee Award.

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After career in banking, Merry Maids franchisee builds her own empire!

After a successful career in business banking and insurance sales, Nicky Morris decided to turn her hand at the domestic cleaning market in 2002. Starting her Merry Maids business at the age of 36, Nicola built her empire from the ground up in Fylde and Blackpool and purchased the license for Preston in 2012.

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Merry Maids franchisee finds a good work/life balance.

Debbie Walker has been business owner of Merry Maids Croydon since 2003 and is also mum to children aged ten and eight. She shares her experience of franchising so far. 

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Nicky Morris from Merry Maids Fylde, Blackpool and Preston achieves Great British Franchisee Status

Congratulations to Nicky Morris from Merry Maids Fylde, Blackpool and Preston, who has been awarded Great British Franchisee status in the whichfranchise Great British Franchisee Awards 2024. Nicky bought Merry Maids Fylde and Blackpool in August 2002 after moving to the area and completing her Higher National Diploma in Business. After ten years of successful trading, she acquired the adjoining Preston territory to expand her business, initially running both from the Blackpool office before growing to a size that meant she could open an office in Preston in 2016.

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Merry Maids Bromley and Orpington raises £2,000 for local charity through a 24-hour sponsored walk

Richard Wall, the owner of Merry Maids Bromley and Orpington can attest to the above having undertaken the demanding task of a 24-hour walk to raise money to support Hope for Grace and Tree of Hope.

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Over 30 ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids Business Owners and staff recognised for business excellence

Franchisees and staff from ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids were recognised for a range of awards at the recent ServiceMaster Spring Forward event. This included multiple awards for business growth, with some achieving a growth of over £5M in 5 years and £1.5M the last year!

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ServiceMaster becomes an official partner of Life After Professional Sport

Three ServiceMaster Brands in the UK have teamed up with LAPS to offer lucrative and scalable franchise opportunities to former professional athletes. Have you ever wondered what happens to athletes after they retire from their sport? That’s where LAPS come in.

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Merry Maids Relaunches in Northampton under brand new ownership

Merry Maids Northampton has reopened this week under the management of franchisor ServiceMaster Ltd. The business, which provides high-quality, bespoke and professional home cleaning services to residents in Northampton and the surrounding areas, ran for 18 years under the ownership of Barbara and Martin Smart.

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Merry Maids of Croydon's Debbie Walker achieved finalist status in the BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards.

The results are in for the prestigious BFA HSBC Great British Franchise Awards, held by the British Franchise Association at the end of their annual conference to recognise the best of British franchising, and were attended by some of our head office team and franchisees. We are thrilled that we had a finalist, Debbie Walker from Merry Maids of Croydon, who was up for the Community Focus Award.

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