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Vanguard Cleaning Systems
Commercial cleaning
Every business needs a good cleaning. And Vanguard Cleaning Systems Inc. is ready to sweep in and help. Vanguard has more than 6,000 accounts, including general offices, multitenant facilities, medical offices, schools, churches, auto dealerships, fitness centers, and restaurants. Services include general office cleaning, carpet cleaning, hard surface floor care, and window/power washing that utilize advanced equipment such as high filtration vacuums and microfiber mops. Vanguard offers two franchise opportunities: janitorial franchisees for people who want to be owner operators and master franchisees for those who want to recruit janitorial franchisees, secure cleaning contracts, and provide back office support. Both opportunities offer training and ongoing support. Be sure to read Vanguard: Mopping Up the Competition for a more in-depth look at this company.
Why This Company Makes Our AllStar List
Vanguard Cleaning Systems has more than 1,300 franchisees and has shown strong and consistent growth, adding more than 200 franchise units each year for the past 3 years. In September 2008 the commercial cleaning franchise opened a second regional office in Canada and continues its expansion there.
Key to Vanguard's success and ranking is its low startup cost. The janitorial franchise option can run as little as $8,500. The company even provides financing for a portion of the initial franchise fee. For military veterans, Vanguard Cleaning offers financing through the IFA's VetFran program. Further easing the financial burden of entry is the fact that commercial cleaning is typically done after hours. That means franchisees can start the business on their off hours while still keeping their day jobs.
For those with executive experience and deeper pockets, the company also offers master franchise options. Master franchisees recruit and train janitorial subfranchisees and find cleaning contracts for them. Last summer Vanguard Cleaning was named among the Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics by Hispanic Enterprise Magazine.
Key to Vanguard's success and ranking is its low startup cost. The janitorial franchise option can run as little as $8,500. The company even provides financing for a portion of the initial franchise fee. For military veterans, Vanguard Cleaning offers financing through the IFA's VetFran program. Further easing the financial burden of entry is the fact that commercial cleaning is typically done after hours. That means franchisees can start the business on their off hours while still keeping their day jobs.
For those with executive experience and deeper pockets, the company also offers master franchise options. Master franchisees recruit and train janitorial subfranchisees and find cleaning contracts for them. Last summer Vanguard Cleaning was named among the Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics by Hispanic Enterprise Magazine.
Vanguard Cleaning Systems
655 Mariners Island Boulevard
San Mateo, CA 94404
650-594-1500
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1984 |
| Franchising since | 1984 |
| Can be run from home? | Yes |
| Number of employees needed | 1 |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 5% |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | No |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises | Non-U.S. Franchises | Company-Owned Locations |
| 2009 | 1,721 | 105 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1,458 | 58 | 3 |
| 2007 | 1,084 | 30 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States
Costs
| Total Investment | $2,519 - $34,400 |
| Franchise Fee | $8,500 - $37,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 5% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | No minimum requirement |
| Liquid Capital | No minimum requirement |
Franchisee Qualifications
Interested in owning their own business
Customer service oriented
Self motivated
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | Yes |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | No |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
Financing Assistance
Franchisor provides partial financing of franchise fee
Vanguard Cleaning Systems
655 Mariners Island Boulevard
San Mateo, CA 94404
650-594-1500
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