Grow Your Kenosha Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From the lakefront to Pleasant Prairie, Somers to Bristol — MaidProfit gives Kenosha cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs in the WI-IL border market.
Why Kenosha Is a Growing Border-Market Opportunity
Kenosha sits on the Wisconsin-Illinois border, just 35 miles south of Milwaukee and 60 miles north of Chicago. This strategic location attracts residents who commute to Illinois jobs while living in Wisconsin’s lower-tax environment. The Amazon fulfillment center, Snap-on Tools headquarters, and growing Pleasant Prairie industrial park add local employment.
The lakefront district’s revitalization has brought new residential and commercial development, while Pleasant Prairie’s retail and residential growth creates expanding cleaning demand. Kenosha’s Lake Michigan shoreline drives summer tourism and vacation rental activity.
Kenosha’s position between Milwaukee and Chicago gives cleaning businesses access to a broader labor market and client base. The city’s growth trajectory and affordable cost of living compared to Chicago suburbs make it an attractive market for cleaning entrepreneurs.
Border City = Growth Magnet
Kenosha’s IL-WI border position attracts families seeking lower taxes with Chicago-area incomes. MaidProfit helps you serve these higher-income transplants with professional, digital-first service.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Kenosha Cleaners Charge
Kenosha cleaning rates reflect the city’s position between Milwaukee and Chicago. Here’s what local businesses charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $100 – $220 | $150 |
| Deep Cleaning | $180 – $400 | $275 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $215 – $440 | $315 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.15 | $0.10 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $85 – $185 | $125 |
The lakefront district and Pleasant Prairie command the highest rates. Western Kenosha and Somers offer mid-range residential demand. Bristol and Salem provide growing suburban opportunities.
Kenosha Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Kenosha Business License
Kenosha may require specific permits. Check with the City Clerk’s Office for cleaning business requirements.
Wisconsin Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Wisconsin DFI ($130 online filing fee).
Sales Tax Collection
Kenosha County’s combined sales tax is 5.5%. Cleaning services are taxable. Obtain a Seller’s Permit.
General Liability Insurance
Recommended. Standard coverage of $500K is typical. Expect $350–$650/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Required in Wisconsin with three or more employees. Rates run approximately $1.50–$3.00 per $100 of payroll.
Cross-Border Considerations
If serving clients in northern Illinois, you’ll need an Illinois business license. Many Kenosha cleaners stay within Wisconsin for regulatory simplicity.
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.
“Chicago transplants moving to Kenosha expect premium service. MaidProfit’s professional platform matches their expectations from the first booking. I serve 55 recurring clients across the lakefront and Pleasant Prairie areas.”
“We clean offices in the Pleasant Prairie industrial park and downtown Kenosha. MaidProfit’s invoicing and contract management keep 8 commercial accounts running smoothly. The automation pays for itself every month.”
“Kenosha’s growth means new clients every week. MaidProfit’s online booking captures these new residents before they find someone else. I started 18 months ago and already have 40 recurring clients.”