Streamline Your Connecticut Cleaning Business
Fairfield County to Hartford, New Haven to the Shoreline — MaidProfit gives Connecticut cleaning companies the professional edge to serve the state’s affluent, quality-conscious clients.
Connecticut 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 Connecticut Is a Premium Cleaning Market
Connecticut is one of the wealthiest states in America. With a median household income of $83,800 and pockets of extreme affluence in Fairfield County (Greenwich, Westport, Darien), the state offers some of the highest-paying cleaning clients in the country. Professional cleaning isn’t a luxury here — it’s an expected part of household management.
The state’s dense suburban landscape is ideal for cleaning businesses. Unlike sprawling Western states, Connecticut’s compact geography means you can serve more clients per day with less windshield time. A cleaning business in the Hartford or New Haven metro can realistically serve 6–8 homes per day per team.
Connecticut’s proximity to New York City drives a unique dynamic in Fairfield County, where many residents are NYC commuters with demanding careers and high disposable incomes. These clients are willing to pay premium rates for reliable, professional cleaning and tend to become long-term recurring customers. Add in a growing commercial market and Connecticut’s strong healthcare and education sectors, and the opportunity is substantial.
Compact Geography, Dense Opportunity
Connecticut is the third-smallest state by area but has 1.4 million households packed into tight suburban corridors. Less drive time between jobs means more revenue per team per day than in most other states.
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What Connecticut Cleaners Charge
Connecticut’s affluent market supports some of the highest cleaning rates in the Northeast.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $140 – $320 | $215 |
| Deep Cleaning | $270 – $580 | $400 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $320 – $680 | $480 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.10 – $0.22 | $0.15 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $120 – $270 | $180 |
Fairfield County (Greenwich, Stamford, Westport) commands the highest rates, often rivaling Manhattan pricing. Hartford and New Haven metros offer strong rates with less competition. Smaller towns in eastern Connecticut have lower rates but also lower costs.
Connecticut Cleaning Business Requirements
Business Registration
Register your LLC or corporation with the Connecticut Secretary of State. LLC formation costs $120 online. Sole proprietors should file a trade name certificate with their town clerk.
Sales Tax
Connecticut’s sales tax rate is 6.35%. Cleaning services are subject to sales tax in Connecticut. You must register for a Sales and Use Tax Permit through the Department of Revenue Services (free).
Workers’ Compensation
Connecticut requires workers’ comp insurance for all employers with one or more employees. There are no small business exemptions. Premiums for cleaning businesses average $3.00–$5.00 per $100 of payroll.
General Liability Insurance
While not mandated by law, general liability insurance is essential in Connecticut. Most cleaning businesses carry $1M–$2M in coverage. Expect $550–$1,100/year.
Paid Leave
Connecticut’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Act requires employers to provide paid leave benefits. Premiums are 0.5% of employee wages, and employees can take up to 12 weeks of paid leave.
State Income Tax
Connecticut has a progressive state income tax (3–6.99%). Businesses must also register with the Department of Revenue Services for employer withholding if they have employees.
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- Up to 50 jobs/month
- 1 team member
- Online booking page
- Client management
- Basic invoicing
- Analytics dashboard
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- Up to 10 team members
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Why Connecticut Cleaning Businesses Choose MaidProfit
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“Our Fairfield County clients expect nothing but the best. MaidProfit’s professional booking experience and automated service reminders match the premium level of service we deliver. Our retention rate is 94%.”
“Hartford’s mix of residential and commercial clients used to mean juggling two different workflows. MaidProfit unified everything — scheduling, invoicing, client communication — into one clean dashboard.”
“Serving the New Haven shoreline means covering a lot of ground in a compact area. MaidProfit’s routing keeps our teams efficient — we’re doing 7 homes per team per day, up from 5 before we switched.”