The Cleaning Authority - Franchise
Quick Summary
Choose The Cleaning Authority, the residential cleaning franchise that generates 86% of customers at the franchisor level. Our owners provide a simple service backed by sophisticated systems. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
The Cleaning Authority
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $75,000 | |
| Net Worth Required | $225,000 | |
| Total Investment | $92,850 - $147,100 | |
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 | |
| Financing Assistance | Available | |
| Year Founded | 1977 | |
| # of Existing Units | 236 | |
| Franchising Since | 1996 | |
| Training & Support | Yes | |
| Military/Veteran Promotion | Yes |
Available In These States:
- AL
- AR
- CA
- CT
- FL
- GA
- IA
- IL
- IN
- LA
- MA
- MI
- NC
- NE
- NH
- NJ
- NV
- OH
- OK
- PA
- SC
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
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The Cleaning Authority - Franchise
About The Cleaning Authority
Sick of the corporate grind? Dreaming about being your own boss but not sure where to start? The cleaning industry probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind—but that’s exactly how most of our franchise owners felt… until they discovered what The Cleaning Authority had to offer.
Imagine owning a business where growth isn’t just possible—it’s built right into the model. With recurring revenue, a scalable setup, and earning potential that outshines the competition, The Cleaning Authority gives you the freedom to build a business that works for you.
Here’s the best part: we handle the heavy lifting when it comes to finding customers. Thanks to our powerful national and local marketing strategies, around 86% of new customers come straight to our franchise owners. Combine that with our high customer retention rate, and you’ve got a recipe for steady, reliable growth.
And forget about sacrificing your weekends. Unlike other businesses that demand long hours and constant hustle, The Cleaning Authority operates Monday through Friday, giving you your weekends back. Plus, our model is owner operator that leads to semi-passivity over time—perfect for driven entrepreneurs seeking a scalable business with purpose, flexibility, and strong community impact.
Ready to see how The Cleaning Authority can change the way you think about business ownership?
Fast Financials
- Average Franchisee Revenues of $2.4 Million*
- Monday through Friday
- 8AM - 5PM Business
- Names "Top Franchises of 2025" by Franchise Chatter
- The Cleaning Authority has been recognized in Entrepreneur Media 2024 Top Franchises for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion list!
- Listed in 2025 Entrepreneur Franchise 500
* See item 19 of our 2025 FDD for further details
30% off Franchise and Territory Fees
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