Grow Your Mobile Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Midtown to West Mobile, Spring Hill to Theodore — MaidProfit gives Mobile cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs, automate operations, and scale faster on the Gulf Coast.
Why Mobile Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Mobile is Alabama’s Gulf Coast anchor and one of the oldest cities in the Deep South. With a metro population of 430,000 and a diversified economy driven by the Port of Mobile, Airbus manufacturing, shipbuilding, and healthcare, the city offers steady demand for both residential and commercial cleaning services.
The city’s humid subtropical climate creates year-round demand for cleaning services. Mold prevention, humidity-related deep cleaning, and regular maintenance are necessities on the Gulf Coast. Mobile’s older homes in neighborhoods like Midtown and Spring Hill require more frequent deep cleaning than newer construction.
Mobile’s tourism industry — fueled by Mardi Gras celebrations, the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, and Gulf Shores beach traffic — creates seasonal spikes in vacation rental and Airbnb cleaning demand. Smart cleaning businesses capitalize on these peaks while maintaining a solid base of recurring residential clients.
Gulf Coast Climate = Year-Round Demand
Mobile’s humidity and heat mean cleaning isn’t seasonal — it’s essential. Mold prevention and deep cleaning are recurring needs. MaidProfit helps you schedule these high-margin services automatically and keep clients on a regular rotation.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Mobile Cleaners Charge
Mobile cleaning rates are moderate, reflecting the Gulf Coast’s cost of living. Here’s what local businesses charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $80 – $175 | $120 |
| Deep Cleaning | $160 – $350 | $235 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $190 – $400 | $280 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.06 – $0.13 | $0.09 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $70 – $150 | $105 |
Spring Hill and West Mobile neighborhoods command the highest residential rates. Midtown offers a mix of older homes and young professionals. Theodore and Saraland provide volume-based opportunities at moderate pricing.
Mobile Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Mobile Business License
Mobile requires a city business license for all businesses operating within city limits. Apply through the Mobile Revenue Department. Fees are based on gross receipts and typically start around $50.
Alabama Business Privilege Tax
All LLCs and corporations must pay Alabama’s annual Business Privilege Tax ($100 minimum). File with the Alabama Department of Revenue.
Mobile County Business License
If you serve clients in unincorporated Mobile County areas like Theodore or Semmes, you’ll need a Mobile County business license in addition to the city license.
General Liability Insurance
Recommended for all Mobile cleaning businesses, especially those serving older homes in Midtown and Spring Hill where damage risks are higher. Most commercial clients require $500K minimum coverage. Expect $300–$650/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Required in Alabama for businesses with five or more employees. Coverage costs approximately $1.50–$3.00 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses.
Vacation Rental Cleaning
If cleaning vacation rentals or Airbnbs near Gulf Shores, check local regulations for any additional permitting requirements in Baldwin County.
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.
“Between our regular residential clients in Spring Hill and Airbnb turnovers near the coast, our scheduling was a mess. MaidProfit organized everything. We handle 40+ jobs a week now without double-booking a single one.”
“We do commercial cleaning for offices along Airport Boulevard and downtown. MaidProfit’s recurring invoicing and payment tracking means I spend zero time chasing payments. Cash flow has never been better.”
“I started my cleaning business in West Mobile with just me. MaidProfit’s online booking page brought in clients I never would have found otherwise. Two years later, I have a team of seven serving all of Mobile County.”