Scale Your California Cleaning Business Faster
From LA to the Bay Area, San Diego to Sacramento — MaidProfit gives California cleaning companies the tools to automate operations and outpace the competition.
California Cleaning Market at a Glance
Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld Industry Report, MaidProfit Booking Data, MaidProfit Market Analysis, US Census Bureau, Zillow Home Value Index
Why California Leads the Cleaning Industry
California is the most populous state in the U.S. and the world’s fifth-largest economy. With nearly 39 million residents and 13.6 million households, the Golden State represents the single largest market for cleaning services in America. The sheer scale of opportunity here is unmatched.
California’s median household income of $91,500 is well above the national average, which means more households can afford — and increasingly expect — professional cleaning services. In tech-heavy metros like San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, busy professionals are willing to pay premium rates for reliable, recurring cleaning.
The state’s strict labor laws and environmental regulations set a high bar for professionalism, which actually benefits established operators. Businesses that invest in proper systems — automated scheduling, compliant invoicing, organized team management — outperform competitors who rely on manual processes. That’s exactly where MaidProfit comes in.
The Premium Market Advantage
California cleaning businesses charge 25–40% more than the national average. Higher rates combined with dense urban populations mean you can build a six-figure business with fewer clients than in most other states.
Top California Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where the demand is highest and your business can thrive.
Everything you need to scale
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What California Cleaners Charge
California rates are among the highest in the nation. Here’s what the market looks like.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $150 – $350 | $225 |
| Deep Cleaning | $280 – $600 | $420 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $350 – $750 | $520 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.10 – $0.25 | $0.16 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $130 – $280 | $190 |
Bay Area and LA command the highest rates, while Central Valley and Inland Empire offer more affordable pricing. San Diego falls in between. Premium eco-friendly cleaning services add 15–25% to these averages.
California Cleaning Business Requirements
Business License
California requires a general business license from your city or county. Costs range from $50–$500 depending on location. You must also register with the California Secretary of State if forming an LLC ($70 filing fee).
State Taxes
California has a progressive income tax (1–13.3%) and an 8.84% corporate tax. Cleaning services are generally exempt from sales tax, but you must still register with the Franchise Tax Board.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
California requires workers’ comp insurance for all businesses with employees — no exceptions. Premiums for cleaning businesses average $2.50–$4.00 per $100 of payroll.
General Liability Insurance
While not legally mandated, general liability insurance is essential in California’s litigious environment. Most businesses carry $1M–$2M coverage. Expect $600–$1,200/year.
AB 5 (Worker Classification)
California’s AB 5 law sets strict rules for classifying workers as employees vs. independent contractors. Most cleaning workers must be classified as employees, requiring payroll, benefits, and compliance.
Environmental Regulations
California has strict chemical and environmental regulations. Cleaning businesses should use products that comply with CARB (California Air Resources Board) standards and Proposition 65 labeling requirements.
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.
Why California Cleaning Businesses Choose MaidProfit
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Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Running a cleaning business in LA means dealing with traffic, spread-out clients, and tight schedules. MaidProfit’s route-optimized scheduling saves us 2 hours a day across our 6 teams.”
“Our San Francisco clients expect tech-forward service. MaidProfit’s online booking and automated invoicing give us the professional edge we need to compete with big franchises.”
“We grew from a 2-person team in San Diego to 15 cleaners across Southern California in one year. MaidProfit made scaling painless — I can’t imagine going back to spreadsheets.”