How to Start a Cleaning Service Janitorial Franchise
A franchise agreement gives an independent businessperson the right or license to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory. When you start a cleaning service, you can structure your company so that it grows into a franchise operation that can expand and produce additional profits for the company. To start and successfully operate a cleaning service janitorial franchise takes planning and patience.
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Things You'll Need
- cleaning equipment and supplies
- employees
- customers
- business cards and pamphlets
- business plan
- budget for franchise development
- licenses and permits
- company logo and uniforms
Instructions
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Establish a small but stable janitorial cleaning service with an increasing customer base and reliable employees. The Entrepreneur reports that the commercial janitorial market is competitive, but can be profitable. Your cleaning business can expand quickly if you provide quality service on a reliable basis.
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Develop a long-term, structured business plan that clearly describes future plans for expansion. The process of expanding a business into a franchise is a detailed endeavor. Franchise Builders provides tips on its website on how to start a franchise that will continue to grow and develop.
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Market both your janitorial franchise and your established cleaning business by producing and distributing business cards, pamphlets and local advertisements. Create a website to find both customers and potential business partners. Trademark your company name, logo and any slogans so that other businesses will not be able to use them legally.
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Create a detailed packet of information to give to new franchisees. It is your company's contractual obligation to assist franchisees as they open and begin to develop their portion of the business. The franchisee benefits from your brand name and assistance, and in exchange pays you a fee and a percentage of the profits.
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Expand the franchise over time, while still focusing on growing your core janitorial business and operating within a budget. About 2,500 franchise businesses operate in the United States, with almost 900,000 franchise units, the website Franchise reports. Although building a franchise takes time, it can be a profitable business venture if established and operated correctly.
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Tips & Warnings
Check with the appropriate agency in your state to determine what specific permits and licenses you need.
