Grow Your Detroit Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Midtown to Grosse Pointe, Corktown to Royal Oak — MaidProfit gives Detroit cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs, automate operations, and capitalize on the city’s resurgence.
Why Detroit’s Comeback Creates Cleaning Opportunities
Detroit is experiencing one of the most dramatic urban revivals in American history. Billions in investment are flowing into Midtown, Corktown, the District Detroit, and downtown — creating massive demand for construction cleanup, commercial cleaning, and residential services as new residents flood into the city.
The metro Detroit area remains one of the largest in the Midwest, with 4.3 million residents and a diverse economy anchored by automotive (Ford, GM, Stellantis), healthcare (Henry Ford Health, Beaumont), and a growing tech scene. The suburban ring — Royal Oak, Birmingham, Troy, Grosse Pointe — is among the most affluent in the Midwest.
Detroit’s affordability compared to coastal cities means lower startup costs for cleaning businesses, while the affluent suburbs provide premium-rate clients. This combination of low overhead and high revenue potential makes metro Detroit one of the most profitable cleaning markets in the Midwest.
Urban Revival = New Clients
As Detroit’s downtown and Midtown neighborhoods continue to attract young professionals and new developments, early-mover cleaning businesses are capturing loyal recurring clients. MaidProfit’s automated scheduling helps you lock in these clients before the competition.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Detroit Cleaners Charge
Detroit metro cleaning rates reflect the wide range between the city proper and affluent suburbs.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $100 – $220 | $145 |
| Deep Cleaning | $190 – $400 | $275 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $230 – $480 | $340 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.08 – $0.16 | $0.11 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $85 – $185 | $125 |
Grosse Pointe, Birmingham, and Bloomfield Hills command rates 30–50% above metro averages. Midtown and Corktown rates are rising as gentrification continues. Outer suburbs like Livonia and Dearborn offer strong volume at moderate rates.
Detroit Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Detroit Business License
Detroit requires a general business license from the Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department. The fee is approximately $50 and must be renewed annually.
Michigan Business Registration
Register your LLC or corporation with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Filing an LLC costs $50 online — among the lowest in the country.
Sales Tax Compliance
Michigan charges a 6% sales tax. Residential cleaning services are generally exempt. Commercial janitorial services may be taxable. Register with the Michigan Department of Treasury.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for the Detroit market, especially if serving commercial clients or affluent suburbs. Most clients require $500K–$1M coverage. Expect $400–$800/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Michigan requires workers’ compensation insurance for businesses with 3 or more employees, or 1 or more employees working 35+ hours per week for 13+ weeks.
Vehicle Insurance
Michigan has among the highest auto insurance rates in the nation. Factor in commercial auto coverage if using vehicles for cleaning operations across the metro area.
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.
“Detroit’s comeback has been incredible for our business. We started in Midtown and now serve Grosse Pointe, Royal Oak, and Birmingham. MaidProfit’s zone-based scheduling keeps our teams efficient across the entire metro.”
“We specialize in post-construction cleaning for the new developments going up across Detroit. MaidProfit’s project management features help us track multiple job sites and invoice contractors on time.”
“I grew up in Detroit and wanted to build a business here. MaidProfit made it possible to compete with established companies from day one. Professional invoicing, automated scheduling — my clients can’t tell I started six months ago.”