Strengthen Your Akron Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From West Akron to Fairlawn, Bath Township to Highland Square — MaidProfit helps Akron cleaning companies build efficient operations in Summit County.
Why Akron’s Evolving Economy Creates Cleaning Opportunity
Akron is Summit County’s anchor city, with a metro population of 700,000. The Rubber City has successfully diversified from its tire manufacturing roots into healthcare (Summa Health, Akron Children’s Hospital), polymer science, and the University of Akron. This economic evolution brings a mix of healthcare professionals, researchers, and families who need cleaning services.
Bath Township, Fairlawn, and West Akron feature the metro’s most affluent neighborhoods with premium cleaning demand. Highland Square and Merriman Valley attract younger professionals in a walkable urban setting. Hudson and Stow to the northeast offer growing suburban markets.
Akron’s proximity to Cleveland means operators can potentially serve both markets, but Akron itself is large enough to sustain a full-time business on its own. With 290,000 households and moderate competition, there’s ample room for professional operators to grow.
Healthcare + University = Stable Demand
Akron’s healthcare sector and university create a stable base of well-employed residents who need reliable cleaning services. These aren’t cyclical industries — demand is consistent year-round.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Akron Cleaners Charge
Akron rates are among the most affordable in Ohio, with premium pricing in Bath Township and Fairlawn.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $85 – $185 | $125 |
| Deep Cleaning | $150 – $335 | $235 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $180 – $390 | $275 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.06 – $0.14 | $0.09 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $75 – $155 | $105 |
Bath Township and Fairlawn command the highest rates. West Akron and Highland Square offer moderate pricing with strong demand. Hudson and Stow are growing premium suburbs. East Akron is price-competitive with reliable volume.
Akron Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Akron Business Registration
Akron requires a business registration through the Income Tax Division.
Ohio Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Ohio Secretary of State ($99).
Akron City Income Tax
Akron imposes a 2.5% city income tax on net business income.
Ohio BWC
All Ohio employers must register with the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.
General Liability Insurance
Recommended. Expect $300–$550/year for $500K coverage.
Summit County
Summit County municipalities may have varying local requirements. Verify with each city where you operate.
Up and running in minutes
No technical setup required. If you can send an email, you can run MaidProfit.
Simple, predictable pricing
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Cancel anytime.
- Up to 50 jobs/month
- 1 team member
- Online booking page
- Client management
- Basic invoicing
- Analytics dashboard
- Integrations
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 team members
- Online booking + client portal
- Full CRM
- Automated invoicing & payments
- Analytics dashboard
- QuickBooks + Stripe integrations
- Everything in Growth
- Unlimited team members
- Multi-location support
- Custom reporting
- Priority support + onboarding
- API access
- White-label options
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Trusted by cleaning businesses everywhere
Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Akron’s healthcare workers need reliable cleaning — their schedules are unpredictable but their need is consistent. MaidProfit’s flexible scheduling handles last-minute changes that used to derail our day.”
“Bath Township and Fairlawn are our premium zones. MaidProfit’s client profiles ensure every team knows the specific requirements for each luxury home. Our quality rating is 4.9 stars.”
“Highland Square’s young professionals want everything online. MaidProfit’s digital booking and automated payments match their lifestyle perfectly. We’ve grown 40% in six months.”