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Maids, The
Distinguished as the number one residential cleaning franchise in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2012, and the Fastest Growing residential cleaning franchise four years running by Entrepreneur magazine, The Maids is the quality leader in the industry. The Maids was founded in 1979 and began franchising in 1980. We currently have 165 Franchise Partners operating over 1,000 territories in the US and Canada. Franchise partners benefit from a time-tested cleaning system and business model based on leading-edge technology. The Maids provides the most comprehensive package of training, support, and exclusive territory in the industry. We provide extensive training, including seven weeks of pre-training and nine days of classroom and field training. We are in touch and involved with the new franchisee a minimum of 195 days within the first year. With The Maids, you can build a great business and achieve the lifestyle you desire, all with nights, weekends and holidays off. The Maids is looking for individuals to join its franchise system. We are looking for people who want an executive experience. With The Maids you are working ON the business, not IN the business. Our franchise partners are not cleaning homes, and are building their business Monday through Friday- no nights, no weekends, and no holidays. The Maids ideal franchise candidate will have good management and business skills, and most importantly, great people skills.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1979
Franchising Since:
1980
IFA Member
CFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
1,092
97.7%
Company-Owned Units:
26
2.3%
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Total Operating Units:
1,118
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
1,090
97.3%
In 39 States
Canada:
30
2.7%
In 4 Canadian Provinces
International:
0
0%
In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:
1,120
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. California
107
2. Texas
78
3. Massachusetts
77
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$250K
Cash Investment:
$56-60K
Total Investment:
$93-125K
Average Total Investment:
$109K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$10K + $.95 per QHH
Average Franchise Fee:
$50K
On-Going Royalty:
3.9-6.9%
Average Royalty:
5%
Advertising Fee:
2%
Average Number of Employees:
2 Full-time, 6 to start (maids) Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
1,000 - 1,200
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites:
Warehouse/Light Industrial Space
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
Yes
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:
No
Size of Corporate Staff:
35
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
No
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Indirect
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
Yes
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
Residential cleanin is a booming industry and we encourage anyone to look into buying a THE MAIDS franchise. The staff at THE MAIDS INTERNATIONAL has always been available to assist all prospective franchisees and answer any questions they may have. TMI also provides all training materials in Spanish, as well as English. Our monthly newsletter, The Sweeper, is also translated into Spanish.
