Grow Your Ann Arbor Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Burns Park to Kerrytown, Old West Side to Barton Hills — MaidProfit gives Ann Arbor cleaning companies the tools to serve one of Michigan’s wealthiest and most educated markets.
Why Ann Arbor Is a Premium Cleaning Market
Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan, one of the nation’s top research universities, and has built a thriving tech and healthcare economy around it. With a median household income of $73,500 and an exceptionally well-educated population, Ann Arbor offers cleaning businesses access to clients who demand quality and are willing to pay for it.
The city’s dual market — affluent professionals in neighborhoods like Burns Park, Barton Hills, and Ann Arbor Hills, combined with the massive U of M student population — creates year-round demand across multiple service types. Recurring residential cleanings, student move-in/move-out services, and commercial cleaning for the city’s many offices and labs keep business flowing.
Ann Arbor’s compact geography and walkable neighborhoods mean shorter drive times and more clients per day. The city’s strong community values also mean word-of-mouth referrals are powerful — a single five-star review can generate multiple new clients.
University Town = Year-Round Demand
The University of Michigan’s 47,000+ students create massive seasonal demand for move-in/move-out cleans, while faculty and staff provide premium recurring residential clients. MaidProfit helps you manage both markets from one platform.
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What Ann Arbor Cleaners Charge
Ann Arbor cleaning rates are among the highest in Michigan, reflecting the city’s educated and affluent client base.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $120 – $260 | $170 |
| Deep Cleaning | $220 – $460 | $320 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $270 – $530 | $385 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.10 – $0.18 | $0.13 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $100 – $210 | $145 |
Barton Hills, Ann Arbor Hills, and Burns Park command the highest residential rates. Student-area cleanings (near campus, South University) are more price-sensitive but offer high volume during move-in/move-out seasons.
Ann Arbor Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Ann Arbor Business License
Ann Arbor requires a business license from the City Clerk’s Office. Home-based cleaning businesses must comply with the city’s home occupation ordinance.
Michigan Business Registration
Register your LLC or corporation with the Michigan LARA ($50 filing fee). Ann Arbor’s competitive market makes a professional business structure important.
Sales Tax Compliance
Michigan charges a 6% sales tax. Residential cleaning is generally exempt. Commercial cleaning for Ann Arbor’s many offices and labs may be taxable.
General Liability Insurance
Essential in Ann Arbor due to high property values. Most clients expect $1M coverage. Expect $450–$900/year depending on revenue and team size.
Workers’ Compensation
Required in Michigan for qualifying employers. Ann Arbor’s competitive labor market means attractive benefits help retain quality cleaners.
Green Cleaning Considerations
Ann Arbor has strong environmental values and was one of the first cities in Michigan to ban single-use plastics. Offering green cleaning services aligns with client expectations and can be a strong differentiator.
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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
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Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Ann Arbor clients are discerning and loyal. MaidProfit’s client profiles and service history tracking help us deliver the personalized experience that keeps Burns Park and Barton Hills families coming back week after week.”
“We handle 200+ student move-out cleans every spring. MaidProfit’s bulk scheduling and automated invoicing make it possible. What used to take days of coordination now happens automatically.”
“I serve both residential clients and commercial offices in downtown Ann Arbor. MaidProfit lets me manage completely different pricing structures and schedules for each — all from one system. Revenue is up 60% this year.”