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.