Starting a Cleaning Business

A checklist for starting a cleaning business outlines the key steps and tasks needed to establish and run a successful cleaning service.

  • Business Setup
  • Obtain business licenses
  • Register your business name
  • Get insurance coverage
  • Create a business plan
  • Open a business bank account
  • Equipment & Supplies
  • Purchase vacuum cleaners
  • Buy mops and buckets
  • Get cleaning rags and cloths
  • Stock up on cleaning solutions
  • Invest in protective gloves
  • Acquire scrub brushes
  • Get sponges and scouring pads
  • Purchase a handheld steamer
  • Buy a carpet cleaner
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Design a business logo
  • Create business cards
  • Build a website
  • Develop a social media presence
  • Post ads in local directories
  • Network within community groups
  • Offer discounts for referrals
  • List services on online platforms
  • Operational Procedures
  • Develop cleaning checklists for tasks
  • Create contracts for clients
  • Set pricing structures
  • Develop a payment system
  • Schedule regular trainings
  • Establish safety protocols
  • Create a client booking system
  • Set up an invoicing system