Elevate Your Lead Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Whether you clean in Downtown, Upper Lead, Pluma or Blacktail Gulch, MaidProfit automates your Lead cleaning business so you can focus on growth.
Lead Cleaning Market at a Glance
Sources: US Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld, MaidProfit Market Data, Zillow ZHVI
Why Start a Cleaning Business in Lead
As South Dakota's #24 largest city with 3,000+ residents, Lead combines economic strength with residential growth. Historic Homestake Mine town now hosting the world-class Sanford Underground Research Facility for physics research. Leading employers like Sanford Underground Research Facility, Lead-Deadwood Schools, various tourism employers support a professional workforce that values quality cleaning services.
The $44,000 median household income in Lead translates to strong cleaning budgets, especially in residential areas like Downtown, Upper Lead, Pluma. At $170,000 median home value, the market supports premium service tiers.
Lead has some of the most extreme temperature swings in the country — from -20°F winters to 100°F summers. Heavy snow and spring runoff create strong seasonal deep cleaning demand. Cleaning businesses in Lead benefit from a stable economy, growing neighborhoods, and year-round demand that supports both new customer acquisition and high retention rates.
Lead's Growing Cleaning Market
With a median household income of $44,000 and steady population growth, Lead homeowners are investing in professional cleaning services. MaidProfit helps you capture that demand.
Top Lead Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Target these areas to build your client base quickly.
Built for Lead cleaning businesses
The complete toolkit for managing and scaling your cleaning business in Lead.
Lead Cleaning Service Rates
Understanding local rates helps you price competitively. Here's what Lead cleaning businesses typically charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Regular House Cleaning | $63 – $151 | $98 |
| Deep Clean Service | $122 – $283 | $189 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $151 – $314 | $217 |
| Office/Commercial (per sq ft) | $0.05 – $0.10 | $0.07 |
| Weekly Maintenance Cleaning | $58 – $126 | $84 |
Rates vary across Lead neighborhoods. Premium areas like Downtown command 15-25% above average.
Starting Legal in Lead
Lead Municipal License
Lead requires a municipal business license. Apply through Lead City Hall or the Lawrence County clerk's office.
South Dakota LLC or Entity Filing
Register your LLC with the South Dakota Secretary of State ($150 filing fee). Obtain a Lead business license from Lead City Hall or the Lawrence County clerk's office.
South Dakota Sales Tax
South Dakota charges 4.5% state sales tax plus local rates in Lead. Cleaning services are taxable. Check Lawrence County for the combined local rate.
General Liability Insurance
Liability insurance is critical for Lead cleaners. Most clients expect at least $500K in coverage. Typical cost: $250–$450/year.
Workers' Compensation
South Dakota requires workers' comp for all employers. Budget $1.00–$2.20 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses.
Federal EIN
Get a free EIN from the IRS before hiring your first employee. The online application takes minutes.
Launch your Lead cleaning business the smart way
Get started in minutes and let MaidProfit handle the backend for your Lead business.
Plans designed for Lead cleaning operations
Flat monthly pricing with no hidden fees — pick the plan that matches your Lead business.
- 50 jobs per month
- Solo operator access
- Client scheduling page
- Contact management
- Essential billing tools
- Performance dashboard
- External tool connections
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 user accounts
- Custom booking & client access
- Full client relationship tools
- Automated invoicing & payments
- Business analytics
- QuickBooks & Stripe sync
- Includes all Growth features
- Unlimited user seats
- Manage multiple locations
- Custom reporting
- Priority customer support
- Developer API access
- White-label branding
Start with a 14-day free trial on any plan. No payment info required.
Built for Cleaning Businesses in Lead
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Discover how MaidProfit helps cleaning businesses grow.
“We launched in Downtown and quickly expanded to Upper Lead thanks to MaidProfit's booking system. Clients love the online scheduling and we've doubled our recurring accounts.”
“MaidProfit's analytics showed us which Lead neighborhoods were most profitable. We shifted focus, optimized our routes, and increased revenue per cleaner by 25%.”
“The jump from solo cleaner to business owner happened fast with MaidProfit. Started in Pluma, now we serve clients across Lead with automated scheduling and professional invoicing.”