Grow Your Saint Paul Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Summit Avenue to Highland Park, Cathedral Hill to Lowertown — MaidProfit gives Saint Paul cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs and grow across the eastern Twin Cities.
Why Saint Paul Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Saint Paul is Minnesota’s capital city and the cultural heart of the eastern Twin Cities. With over 310,000 residents and a mix of stately historic homes, new urban developments, and surrounding affluent suburbs, Saint Paul offers diverse cleaning opportunities at every price point.
The city’s economy is driven by state government, healthcare (Regions Hospital, United Hospital), education (University of St. Thomas, Macalester College, Hamline University), and a growing Lowertown arts and tech district. These employers create a stable, educated workforce that values professional cleaning services.
Saint Paul’s grand historic homes along Summit Avenue and in neighborhoods like Highland Park, Mac-Groveland, and Crocus Hill require specialized care and command premium cleaning rates. The eastern suburbs of Woodbury, Maplewood, and Oakdale add additional market depth for growing businesses.
Historic Homes = Premium Services
Summit Avenue is home to some of the finest Victorian and Edwardian mansions in the Midwest. These clients pay premium rates for cleaners who understand how to care for historic properties. MaidProfit’s detailed client profiles help you track each home’s unique needs.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Saint Paul Cleaners Charge
Saint Paul cleaning rates are competitive with Minneapolis, with premium opportunities in historic neighborhoods.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $120 – $255 | $170 |
| Deep Cleaning | $230 – $480 | $330 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $280 – $550 | $395 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.09 – $0.18 | $0.13 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $105 – $220 | $148 |
Summit Avenue, Crocus Hill, and Highland Park command the highest rates. Lowertown and downtown Saint Paul offer commercial opportunities. Woodbury and eastern suburbs provide strong suburban volume.
Saint Paul Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Saint Paul Business License
Saint Paul requires a business license from the Department of Safety and Inspections. Application and renewal fees vary by business type and location.
Minnesota Business Registration
Register your LLC or corporation with the Minnesota Secretary of State ($155 LLC filing fee). Also register with the Department of Revenue for tax obligations.
Sales Tax Compliance
Minnesota charges 6.875% state sales tax. Saint Paul adds a 0.5% city sales tax. Residential cleaning is taxable in Minnesota — you must collect and remit tax on all cleaning services.
General Liability Insurance
Essential in Saint Paul, particularly for cleaning historic homes with high property values. Most clients require $1M coverage. Expect $500–$950/year.
Workers’ Compensation
Mandatory in Minnesota for all employers, even with one employee. Strict enforcement — non-compliance can result in penalties and lawsuits.
Earned Sick and Safe Time
Saint Paul requires employers to provide earned sick and safe time — 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. This is separate from any state requirements.
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.
“Cleaning historic homes on Summit Avenue requires attention to detail that most companies can’t match. MaidProfit’s client profiles let us track every unique requirement for each property. Our clients appreciate the personalized service.”
“We serve Highland Park, Mac-Groveland, and Woodbury. MaidProfit’s zone scheduling keeps my team efficient across these neighborhoods. Revenue grew 45% this year and client complaints dropped to near zero.”
“Lowertown’s new condos and offices are a goldmine for cleaning. MaidProfit’s commercial invoicing and scheduling handle everything from one-time deep cleans to monthly contracts. I can manage it all from my phone.”