Grow Your Elizabeth Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Elmora to the Bayway district, Cranford to Summit — MaidProfit gives Elizabeth cleaning companies the tools to serve Union County’s diverse residential and commercial market.
Why Elizabeth Is a Gateway to Union County’s Market
Elizabeth is Union County’s seat and New Jersey’s fourth-largest city, positioned between Newark and the affluent suburbs of Cranford, Westfield, and Summit. This location creates an ideal base for serving multiple markets at different price points.
The city’s proximity to Newark Liberty Airport and the Port of Elizabeth/Newark brings commercial cleaning demand from logistics, warehousing, and transportation companies. Elizabeth’s diverse community also creates demand for multilingual residential cleaning.
Union County’s western suburbs — Summit, Westfield, Cranford, and Scotch Plains — feature some of the most affluent homes in New Jersey. Cleaning businesses based in Elizabeth can access these premium markets while maintaining lower operating costs.
City Base, Suburban Reach
Elizabeth’s central Union County location puts you within easy reach of Summit’s mansions, Cranford’s charming homes, and Westfield’s affluent families. MaidProfit’s zone scheduling helps you serve both city and suburban clients efficiently.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Elizabeth Area Cleaners Charge
Elizabeth area cleaning rates span a wide range, from affordable city rates to premium suburban pricing.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $110 – $250 | $165 |
| Deep Cleaning | $210 – $460 | $315 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $260 – $520 | $375 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.10 – $0.18 | $0.13 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $95 – $210 | $140 |
Summit and Westfield command the highest rates in Union County. Cranford and Scotch Plains offer strong suburban pricing. Elizabeth proper provides volume at moderate rates. Port-area businesses need commercial cleaning.
Elizabeth Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Elizabeth Business License
Elizabeth requires a business license from the Tax Collector’s Office. Fees vary by business type.
New Jersey Business Registration
Register your LLC with the NJ Division of Revenue ($125 filing). Obtain a Business Registration Certificate.
Sales Tax Compliance
NJ charges 6.625% sales tax on residential cleaning. Parts of Elizabeth may qualify as an Urban Enterprise Zone with reduced rates.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for the Union County market. Suburban clients require $1M coverage. Expect $500–$1,000/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Required in NJ for all employers.
Urban Enterprise Zone
Elizabeth is a UEZ. Qualifying businesses may charge reduced sales tax (3.3125%) on certain transactions. Check eligibility with the city.
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.
“Elizabeth is the perfect base. Low costs here, premium clients in Summit and Westfield. MaidProfit’s zone scheduling manages both markets. Revenue grew 55% this year serving the county.”
“We clean commercial spaces near the port and homes in Cranford. MaidProfit handles our diverse client base with different pricing and schedules. The invoicing looks great for both.”
“Starting in Elizabeth’s UEZ with reduced sales tax gave me an early advantage. MaidProfit made my operation look professional from the start. I now serve clients across all of Union County.”