THE MAIDS
The Maids franchise provides household maintenance and cleaning services through franchised and company-owned territories. Franchisees operate cleaning businesses that deliver efficient home cleaning services using maid teams and vehicles, potentially incorporating the Mr. Clean trademark. The target market consists of residential customers in defined territories who lack the time or desire to clean their homes regularly.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
6.9% to 3.9% royalty (tiered by gross revenues) + 2% marketing fund + 0.25% technology fund + $140/mo software fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 99 Franchised Outlets operating in 329 Territories that were in operation for the full Measurement Period or closed during the Measurement Period and that submitted complete reports to us ('Reporting Franchised Outlets').
* The document provides 'Revenue Per Clean' and 'Annual Revenue per Recurring Customer' for franchised outlets within 'Table I'. However, these figures represent operational metrics per service or per customer, not the overall 'average gross revenue per franchise unit' as defined by the user's criteria (typically $100K - $10M per unit). No other data representing the total gross revenue, profit, or EBITDA for an entire franchise unit was found. Therefore, unit-level gross revenue and all related profit/EBITDA metrics cannot be extracted or estimated from the provided information.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How THE MAIDS Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
Key Insights
- #2 largest franchise system in Cleaning Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
THE MAIDS Current | $118K - $141K | $60K | 6.9% | 1,472 |
| THE MAIDS | $82K - $160K | $57K | 6.9% | 1,517 |
| Chem-Dry | $119K - $265K | $36K | 7.0% | 1,099 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K - $170K | $55K | 7.0% | 802 |
| OpenWorks | $4K - $134K | $25K | 15.0% | 615 |
| OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING | $54K - $105K | $48K | N/A | 481 |
Cleaning Services Average 72 franchises | $187K - $374K | $45K | 7.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 72 Cleaning Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+29 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for THE MAIDS franchisees (2013 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a THE MAIDS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a THE MAIDS franchise ranges from $117,720 to $141,200. This includes a franchise fee of $60,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.9% of gross sales.
How many THE MAIDS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, THE MAIDS has 1,472 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1980.
Can you get an SBA loan for a THE MAIDS franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for THE MAIDS franchises. Historical data shows 55 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for THE MAIDS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $306,596. The historical default rate is 3.6%.
Is THE MAIDS a good franchise to buy?
THE MAIDS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 1,472+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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