Cleaning Franchises in NZ
Cleaning franchises are one of the most popular ways to get into business. They require only a low investment, and you can often operate a cleaning franchise part-time while you are getting it established.
Commercial cleaning franchises are especially popular as part-time franchises because most of the work is done out of normal working hours. Many immigrants like this option. Both commercial cleaning franchises and home cleaning franchises offer a variety of options – with some, most of the paperwork and invoicing is done for you, while in other cases you do all your own quoting. Some also let you employ others and build a sizeable business as a franchisee.
This means that when you’re looking for a cleaning franchise, it’s important to do more than ask ‘How much does it cost?’ and ‘What experience do I need? Do your research – we recommend putting in an hour of research for every $1000 that you plan to invest. Apart from talking to the franchisor and asking them lots of questions, it’s also a good idea to talk to cleaning franchisees who are already running the business to get all the information you need before you open your own business.
While there are many good cleaning franchise opportunities for sale, they are all different. Some offer work guarantees or income guarantees, but you need to be clear on what’s really guaranteed. Before making your decision, you should consult a lawyer specialising in franchises. You’ll also want to know how much you can make from a cleaning business so consult a financial advisor or accountant experienced in franchising. If you need finance, there are a number of banks which specialise in financing cleaning franchises.
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From Our Directory
CrestClean
Business & Commercial
Looking for a simple business with low risk and high profit margins - where you can enjoy a great lifestyle? A CrestClean franchise ticks all the boxes! As proud winners of the 2021 Westpac Supreme Franchise System of the Year award, we are ready to support your successful business journey.
JAN-PRO Aotearoa
Business & Commercial
JAN-PRO empowers local cleaning business owners to deliver exceptional cleaning outcomes for commercial clients in 13 countries around the world. JAN-PRO Aotearoa has a unique New Zealand expression: one that values Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga and Mahi-Tahi.
Jani-King
Business & Commercial
Jani-King is known as the world's number one commercial cleaning franchise company providing full operational sales administration support for franchisees. There has only been one name to turn to for quality and value in the commercial cleaning services - Jani-King, the king of clean.
Paramount Services
Business & CommercialHome and BuildingHome Services
A Paramount Services franchise is a safe and affordable way to own your own business. When you become a franchisee we will provide you with enough contracts to support a stand-alone franchise business in commercial and residential cleaning or in lawn mowing and garden care. Established in 1979, Paramount Services has 220 franchisees servicing 5,000 locations.
TLC Softwash
Home Services
Owning a TLC Softwash franchise presents a lucrative opportunity to become a business owner in New Zealand's growing exterior cleaning industry. With full support from the franchise support office, franchise owners can build a scalable and highly profitable business.
V.I.P. Home Services
Home Services
Professional home services franchise providing flexible, multi-serviced businesses for 43+ years. Either Lawns and Gardening, or Cleaning. Exclusive territories, paid training, established customers, income guarantee. Opportunities nationwide. Actively seeking motivated franchisees wanting to succeed. Multi-award winning systems, ongoing support and business mentoring provided.
Carpet Chemist
Home Services
The Carpet Chemist has been a trusted name in carpet cleaning, stain and odour removal, and flood restoration for years. Now, we’re offering ambitious individuals the opportunity to be a part of our growing franchise network.
Clean Planet
Business & Commercial
Clean Planet empowers you to build a thriving, eco-conscious business with purpose. Our franchisees deliver premium cleaning and property care services while championing health, sustainability, and wellbeing—backed by expert training, support, and a brand committed to a cleaner, greener future.
Cleancorp
Business & Commercial
Cleancorp offers commercial cleaning franchises. Seeking committed people to deliver great service. We source and acquire commercial cleaning contracts for our franchisees who are provided with full training, ensuring the same professional standards are offered to all customers.
Cookright Kitchen Services
Food and Beverage
Cookright, the kitchen hero, saving kitchens time and money. Deepfryer, overhead filter and hood cleaning. Cooking oil filtering. Oil and kitchen consumables product sales. Cookright has significant income potential with minimal competition for motivated, hard-working, practical operators who can sell and are well organised.
Hire A Maid
Home Services
Hire a Maid is an experienced, fully supported and professional provider of high quality home and commercial cleaning services. We are seeking motivated franchise owners who have the drive to provide exceptional services to their clients and be your own boss.
Prestige Home Groomers
Business & Commercial
Prestige Home Groomers is a New Zealand-owned company. We are a cleaning business with a difference. We predominately clean only new premises cutting out the dirty work. The worst mess you will have to deal with is sawdust shavings and dusty windows.
Property Service Franchise Systems
Home and Building
Commercial cleaning business. Wide range of property services. Waikato based business with opportunities in Hamilton city, Cambridge, Te Kuiti and Te Awamutu. Basic package starts at $16,500 +gst. Enquiries welcome.
The Leather Doctor
Home Services
The Leather Doctor is New Zealand’s largest mobile leather and vinyl cleaning, repair and restoration network. Leather Doctors are provided extensive training and can undertake an array of commercial and private work. No previous experience required.
The Local Guys
Business & CommercialHome Services
The Local Guys are a service-based franchise operating four divisions: Electrical Test & Tag, Pest Control, Carpet Cleaning and Cleaning. Our company motto is ‘Franchise Partner First’ as we look at every partner within The Local Guys as a member of our family, not a sales transaction.
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