Strengthen Your Winston-Salem Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Buena Vista to Reynolda, Ardmore to Clemmons — MaidProfit helps Twin City cleaning companies professionalize operations and capture the Triad’s second-largest market.
Why Winston-Salem Offers Solid Returns for Cleaning Businesses
Winston-Salem is the Triad’s second-largest city with 250,000 residents and a metro population of 680,000. The Twin City has a diversified economy anchored by Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Hanesbrands, Reynolds American, and Wake Forest University, providing a stable client base across income levels.
The city’s historic neighborhoods — Buena Vista, Reynolda, and West End — feature established homes and affluent families who are loyal recurring cleaning clients. The Ardmore and Hanes Mill areas serve a broad middle market. Clemmons and Lewisville suburbs offer growing demand from families in newer developments.
Winston-Salem’s cost of living is lower than both Charlotte and the Triangle, making it one of the most affordable places to start a cleaning business in North Carolina. Combined with steady demand from the healthcare and education sectors, the Twin City offers reliable profitability without the hyper-competition of larger NC metros.
Healthcare Hub = Reliable Demand
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is one of the largest employers in the region. Healthcare workers with demanding schedules and solid incomes are among the most reliable recurring cleaning clients in any market.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Winston-Salem Cleaners Charge
Winston-Salem rates are affordable with solid margins, reflecting the city’s moderate cost of living.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $95 – $210 | $140 |
| Deep Cleaning | $170 – $380 | $265 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $210 – $450 | $320 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.15 | $0.10 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $80 – $175 | $120 |
Buena Vista and Reynolda command the highest rates, often 20–25% above city average. Ardmore is a strong mid-range market. Clemmons and Lewisville offer growing suburban demand.
Winston-Salem Cleaning Business Requirements
City of Winston-Salem Business License
Winston-Salem requires a privilege license through the city’s Revenue Collections office. Fees are based on gross receipts.
NC Business Registration
Register your LLC with the NC Secretary of State ($125).
Sales Tax Exemption
Cleaning services for real property are generally exempt from NC sales tax.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Required for NC businesses with three or more employees.
General Liability Insurance
Recommended. $500K–$1M coverage costs $350–$700/year in the Winston-Salem market.
Forsyth County Requirements
Businesses serving multiple Forsyth County municipalities should verify local licensing in each jurisdiction.
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.
“Winston-Salem’s healthcare workers are our ideal clients — they work long hours and need reliable cleaning. MaidProfit’s automated scheduling and reminders keep our 60 recurring clients perfectly served.”
“We clean historic homes in Buena Vista and Reynolda. MaidProfit’s client notes help our teams handle each property’s unique features — hardwood floors, antique fixtures, special care instructions.”
“Starting in Winston-Salem was affordable and manageable. MaidProfit helped me look professional from day one. I’m now at 5 team members and expanding into Clemmons and Kernersville.”