Commercial cleaning
Clean small offices after hours on a fixed recurring schedule.
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01 / Why it can workThe upside
Recurring contracts and dense routes can make each new client easier to serve.
02 / Watch forThe hard part
Underestimating labor hours can turn a busy route into a low-margin one.
03 / CostsWhat the first budget covers
Cleaning supplies and PPE, insurance allowance, transport and initial outreach. Expect roughly $900–$4,500 for a lean first version, before your own living costs.
04 / First customerYour first paying step
Quote a single office after an on-site walkthrough and record the actual cleaning time during a paid trial.
05 / GrowthHow it grows
Standardize checklists and route planning, then train a backup cleaner before adding another route.
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Commercial cleaning scores
Startup difficulty4/10
Operating difficulty6/10
Economic potential7/10
Scalability6/10
Resale potential7/10
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