Elevate Your Waltham Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Waltham cleaning businesses from South Side, Warrendale, North Waltham to Cedarwood use MaidProfit to automate booking, invoicing, and team management.
Cleaning Industry Data for Waltham
Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld Industry Report, MaidProfit Booking Data, MaidProfit Market Analysis, US Census Bureau, Zillow Home Value Index
Understanding the Waltham Cleaning Market
Ranking as Massachusetts's #13 largest city, Waltham is home to 65,000+ residents and a thriving local economy. Route 128 tech corridor city home to Brandeis and Bentley universities with defense contractor employment nearby. Employers such as Brandeis University, Raytheon Technologies, Bentley University anchor the workforce and fuel household demand for cleaning services.
Waltham households earn a median income of $82,000, supporting a median home value of $620,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like South Side, Warrendale, North Waltham, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Waltham's coastal climate brings salt air, humidity, and seasonal storms — creating steady demand for interior cleaning and window washing year-round. Combined with steady population trends and new construction, Waltham provides a reliable pipeline of new and recurring cleaning clients year-round.
Waltham's Growing Cleaning Market
With a median household income of $82,000 and steady population growth, Waltham homeowners are investing in professional cleaning services. MaidProfit helps you capture that demand.
Top Waltham Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Key neighborhoods with strong demand for professional cleaning.
Made for cleaning businesses in Waltham
The complete toolkit for managing and scaling your cleaning business in Waltham.
What Waltham Cleaners Charge
Understanding local rates helps you price competitively. Here's what Waltham cleaning businesses typically charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Basic House Cleaning | $99 – $237 | $153 |
| Detailed Deep Cleaning | $191 – $442 | $295 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $237 – $491 | $338 |
| Office/Commercial (per sq ft) | $0.08 – $0.16 | $0.11 |
| Weekly Maintenance Cleaning | $91 – $196 | $131 |
Rates vary across Waltham neighborhoods. Premium areas like South Side command 15-25% above average.
Starting Legal in Waltham
Local Business Permit
Waltham requires a municipal business license. Apply through Waltham City Hall or the Middlesex County clerk's office.
Massachusetts LLC or Entity Filing
Register your LLC with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth ($500 filing fee). Obtain a Waltham business license from Waltham City Hall or the Middlesex County clerk's office.
Sales Tax Requirements
Massachusetts charges 6.25% state sales tax plus local rates in Waltham. Cleaning services for residential properties are generally exempt, but commercial cleaning may be taxable. Check Middlesex County for the combined local rate.
Business Liability Insurance
Liability insurance is critical for Waltham cleaners. Most clients expect at least $500K in coverage. Typical cost: $450–$800/year.
Employee Coverage
Massachusetts requires workers' comp for all employers. Budget $2.00–$3.50 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses.
IRS Employer ID
Get a free EIN from the IRS before hiring your first employee. The online application takes minutes.
Three steps to automate your Waltham cleaning business
Simple setup, powerful results — have your Waltham cleaning business automated in minutes.
Plans for Waltham cleaning businesses
Choose a plan that fits where your Waltham cleaning business is today — and where it's going.
- Up to 50 jobs/month
- 1 team member included
- Online booking page
- Contact management
- Basic invoicing
- Revenue analytics
- App integrations
- Unlimited appointments
- Up to 10 team members
- Booking page & client portal
- Full CRM
- Auto-invoicing & online payments
- Performance dashboard
- Built-in QuickBooks & Stripe
- Includes all Growth features
- No team size limits
- Manage multiple locations
- Tailored reporting tools
- VIP support & guided setup
- API access
- Brand customization
Every plan starts with a free 14-day trial — no credit card needed.
Why Waltham Cleaning Businesses Choose MaidProfit
Cleaning business owners love MaidProfit
Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Running a cleaning business in Waltham got so much easier with MaidProfit. Automated invoicing and client reminders mean I spend less time on admin and more time growing in South Side.”
“Our Waltham cleaning company handles 50+ appointments weekly across multiple zones. MaidProfit's route optimization and automated reminders keep everything running on schedule.”
“What sets MaidProfit apart is how easy it makes growth. I launched in North Waltham, built a reputation, and expanded across Waltham — all managed from one dashboard on my phone.”