Grow Your Knoxville Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From West Knoxville to Farragut, Maryville to Powell — MaidProfit gives Knoxville cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs and grow in East Tennessee’s thriving market.
Why Knoxville Is a Growing Market for Cleaning Businesses
Knoxville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains, the most visited national park in America with over 12 million visitors annually. This tourism economy drives significant demand for vacation rental and cabin cleaning in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge corridor — a market that Knoxville-based cleaning companies are perfectly positioned to serve.
The University of Tennessee’s 30,000+ students and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s research workforce create a diverse economic base. Knoxville’s healthcare sector (UT Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare) and growing tech scene add professional households that regularly use cleaning services.
Knoxville’s suburban growth in Farragut, Maryville, and Hardin Valley has created affluent residential corridors with strong recurring cleaning demand. The metro’s affordable cost of living compared to Nashville means lower operating costs and a favorable business environment for cleaning entrepreneurs.
Smoky Mountain Tourism = Cabin Cleaning Revenue
The Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge corridor’s thousands of vacation cabins need professional cleaning. MaidProfit’s scheduling tools help you manage both residential Knoxville clients and Smoky Mountain turnover cleaning from one platform.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Knoxville Cleaners Charge
Knoxville cleaning rates are moderate with premiums for suburban and tourism services. Here’s what local businesses charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $95 – $210 | $140 |
| Deep Cleaning | $175 – $380 | $260 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $210 – $430 | $305 |
| Cabin/Vacation Rental Turnover | $110 – $300 | $185 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $80 – $170 | $120 |
Farragut and West Knoxville command the highest residential rates. Cabin cleaning in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area carries a tourism premium of 15–25% above standard rates. Downtown Knoxville and the UT campus area offer student-oriented pricing with high volume.
Knoxville Cleaning Business Requirements
Knox County Business License
Knoxville requires a business license from the Knox County Clerk’s Office. The minimum business tax is approximately $22/year, with gross receipts tax for larger businesses.
Tennessee Business Registration
Register your LLC or corporation with the Tennessee Secretary of State ($300 for LLCs). Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Sales Tax Requirements
Knox County’s combined sales tax rate is 9.75%. Commercial cleaning is generally taxable. Residential cleaning treatment varies by specific service type.
General Liability Insurance
Important for Knoxville and essential for cabin/vacation rental cleaning. Most property managers require $500K minimum coverage. Expect $375–$700/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Required in Tennessee if you have five or more employees. Rates for cleaning businesses run approximately $1.50–$3.00 per $100 of payroll.
Sevier County Permits
If servicing cabins in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or Sevierville, you may need a Sevier County business license in addition to your Knox County license. Check with the Sevier County Clerk’s Office.
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.
“We clean over 50 cabins in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area during peak season. MaidProfit’s automated turnover scheduling is a lifesaver when we have 12 checkouts in a single morning. My team knows exactly where to go and when, every single day.”
“I serve the Farragut and West Knoxville residential market. MaidProfit’s client portal and online booking helped me grow from 30 to 100 recurring clients in 18 months. The automated invoicing means I actually get paid on time now.”
“Knoxville’s mix of residential, commercial, and cabin cleaning keeps my business diversified. MaidProfit lets me manage all three segments from one dashboard. I can see profitability by service type and adjust my strategy accordingly.”