Grow Your San Francisco Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Pacific Heights to the Mission, Noe Valley to the Marina — MaidProfit gives SF cleaning companies the tools to automate operations and thrive in one of America’s most premium markets.
Why San Francisco Commands the Highest Cleaning Rates in America
San Francisco has one of the highest median household incomes in the United States at $126,200, making it one of the most lucrative markets for cleaning services anywhere. The city’s tech workforce — employed by companies like Salesforce, Uber, Airbnb, and hundreds of startups — values convenience and is willing to pay premium rates for reliable cleaning.
SF’s compact geography (just 47 square miles) is actually an advantage for cleaning businesses. Short distances between clients mean less drive time and more billable hours per day compared to sprawling metros. You can serve Pacific Heights, the Marina, and Noe Valley all in a single morning.
The city’s housing density — condos, apartments, Victorian homes, and luxury penthouses — creates diverse cleaning needs. San Francisco’s strict tenant protection laws also mean high turnover cleaning demand as renters move frequently. Add the Airbnb market and corporate housing, and demand is robust across every segment.
Compact City = Efficient Operations
San Francisco’s 47 square miles mean you can serve premium clients across multiple neighborhoods without the traffic penalties of a sprawling metro. MaidProfit’s scheduling maximizes your billable hours in this compact, high-value market.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What San Francisco Cleaners Charge
San Francisco cleaning rates are among the highest in the nation. Here’s what local businesses charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $180 – $400 | $270 |
| Deep Cleaning | $320 – $680 | $480 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $380 – $750 | $540 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.12 – $0.24 | $0.17 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $160 – $340 | $235 |
Pacific Heights, Russian Hill, and Sea Cliff command the highest rates in the city. The Mission, Castro, and Noe Valley are strong mid-premium markets. SoMa and the Financial District offer the best commercial cleaning opportunities.
San Francisco Cleaning Business Requirements
SF Business Registration
Register your business with the San Francisco Treasurer & Tax Collector’s office. All businesses operating in SF must obtain a Business Registration Certificate. Annual fees start at $47.
California LLC Registration
Register with the California Secretary of State ($70 for LLC). California’s annual $800 LLC franchise tax applies. Given SF’s premium rates, this is easily offset.
SF Gross Receipts Tax
San Francisco charges a Gross Receipts Tax on businesses. For service businesses, rates range from 0.053% to 0.561% based on gross receipts. This replaces the traditional payroll tax.
General Liability Insurance
Critical in SF due to extremely high property values. Most clients expect $1M–$2M coverage. Expect $700–$1,400/year for adequate coverage in the SF market.
Workers’ Compensation
Mandatory in California for all employers. SF’s higher wages mean higher workers’ comp costs. Budget $3.00–$5.50 per $100 of payroll.
SF Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave
San Francisco’s minimum wage is $18.67/hour (2024) — one of the highest in the nation. The city also requires paid sick leave. Factor these costs into your pricing structure.
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.
“SF’s tech clients expect seamless digital experiences. MaidProfit’s online booking and client portal are exactly what they want. We serve 85 recurring households across Pacific Heights, the Marina, and Noe Valley. Revenue hit $420K last year.”
“We specialize in corporate apartment turnovers in SoMa and South Beach. MaidProfit’s rapid scheduling handles 30+ turnovers per week. Tech companies book us on contract for their employee housing. It’s a goldmine.”
“I started in the Mission and expanded to the Castro and Noe Valley. MaidProfit’s compact scheduling takes advantage of SF’s small geography — we fit 6 jobs per team per day instead of 4. That efficiency is pure profit.”