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The Maids Home Services
Residential cleaning services
The Maids International franchises The Maids Home Services, a residential cleaning service. It serves more than 800 markets in the US and Canada with its 22-step Healthy Touch deep cleaning system, which lists the services the workers perform in every room -- from removing cobwebs, window-washing, and carpet cleaning, to disinfecting floors, changing furnace filters, and cleaning showers and tubs. CEO Daniel Bishop founded the company in 1979 and began franchising in 1980.
Why This Company Makes Our AllStar List
In business for 30 years, The Maids has a ranking of 84 in longevity, and with over 1,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada, ranks #55 in system size. The company's financial health is strong, and it offers third-party financing options.
In the coming year, cleaning services may face challenges in a recessionary economy. But for many customers, cleaning services have become a necessity. The Maids' aggressive advertising program helped it rank well in Web visibility (a measure of brand awareness).
The Maids was a pioneer in "green" cleaning; its Healthy Touch cleaning system benefits allergy and asthma sufferers by using environmentally friendly, allergen-free cleaning products.
In the coming year, cleaning services may face challenges in a recessionary economy. But for many customers, cleaning services have become a necessity. The Maids' aggressive advertising program helped it rank well in Web visibility (a measure of brand awareness).
The Maids was a pioneer in "green" cleaning; its Healthy Touch cleaning system benefits allergy and asthma sufferers by using environmentally friendly, allergen-free cleaning products.
The Maids Home Services
4820 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68132
800-843-6243
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1979 |
| Franchising since | 1980 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 8 |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises | Non-U.S. Franchises | Company-Owned Locations |
| 2008 | 1,001 | 32 | 26 |
| 2007 | 1,000 | 27 | 26 |
| 2006 | 917 | 15 | 29 |
Expanding in These Locations
Canada, United States
Costs
| Total Investment | $100,000 - $150,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $10,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 6.9% - 3.9% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $350,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $100,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
Strong management and people skills
W'illingness to follow a proven system
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | No |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
Financing Assistance
Third-party financing options available
The Maids Home Services
4820 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68132
800-843-6243
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The Maids International, Inc.
The Maids International franchises The Maids Home Services, a residential cleaning service. It serves more than 800 markets in the US and Canada with its 22-step Healthy Touch deep cleaning system, which lists the services the workers perform in every room -- from removing cobwebs, window-washing, and carpet cleaning, to ...
| Company Type: | Private |
| Employees: | 270 |
| Executives: | Daniel J. (Dan) Bishop, President and CEODaniel F. (Dan) Kirwan, EVP OperationsColin M. Bishop, EVP Franchise Development |
| Sales: | $14,000,000 |
| Industries: | Commercial Cleaning & Facilities Management Services |
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| Top Competitors: | Maid BrigadeMerry MaidsMolly Maid |
The Maids Home Services
4820 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68132
800-843-6243
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