Is now a good time to open a cleaning franchise?

We won’t keep you waiting – the answer is yes! There has arguably never been a better time to open a business with an established cleaning franchise like MCS Franchise, but what makes now such a good time to start a franchise business?

Let’s find out together.

Established Market Demand

The demand for reliable, quality cleaners has risen rapidly throughout the last few years, and it continues to rise as we reach the end of 2024.

The largest factor contributing towards this growth was the Covid-19 pandemic, as all businesses and households were united in an effort to protect their residents and employees and to prevent the spread of the virus. This led to an increased national focus on hygiene and safety in workplaces, and the vital role that routine cleaning services play in protecting health and saving lives.

Whilst the pandemic itself has ended and lockdown restrictions have been lifted, the heightened awareness of workplace safety and infection control has remained. Yet whilst it is easy to attribute the industry’s growth to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the continued drive to protect public health, statistics actually show that the industry has experienced uninterrupted year-on-year growth since 2010.

Since 2015 the industry turnover has increased by 22%, with the largest increases occurring since 2021, meaning that the pandemic was just one of many reasons why cleaning services have become so in-demand. This proves that the current demand is not the result of one particular event, but reflects the conscious choice that businesses across the country continue to make every year to prioritise hygiene and safety.

Growing Client Base

With more and more businesses and households continuing to invest in cleaning services, the need for reliable service providers continues to grow. So, for many cleaning companies, their main struggle is not finding clients – it is finding the right cleaning franchise to help them manage this demand.

From offices and educational buildings, to factories and warehouses, every business in the UK needs clean premises to operate from. As an MCS Franchisee, you will be perfectly positioned to quickly build up a repeat client base and benefit from this stable, proven market.

Specialised cleaning services in particular are widely sought after, as industrial and commercial facilities all have different cleaning requirements that regular cleaning teams might not be able to meet. Similarly, these businesses may need their industry-specific equipment routinely cleaned by specialists, so if you are looking to specialise in a particular area and this sounds like an opportunity you can’t wait to explore, then get in touch today.

Reduced Risks

If you have never thought of yourself as an entrepreneur, or acted upon your desires to be your own boss, this is likely due to the fact that many UK businesses are facing unprecedented challenges.

Reports have shown that 60% of all UK businesses currently fail in their first three years, which is leaving the vast majority of entrepreneurs without the confidence to follow their dreams. So, why not avoid these risks entirely by coming onboard as a franchisee and benefiting from the same safety net that all our franchisees get.

Over the years that we have been operating we have made our share of mistakes, and learned from them so that you don’t have to. We understand the challenges facing start-ups, particularly those owned by entrepreneurs without much prior experience, so take a look at everything you will get from us to sidestep these risks and get your business off to the best start.

Low Start-Up Costs

Putting your own money into starting a business is a huge vote of confidence in yourself and your abilities – particularly when faced with the high costs of starting a business in the UK today.

So, if you are interested in opening a cleaning business, make sure that you don’t do it on your own. As is the case with all businesses, the costs associated with joining a cleaning franchise are initially higher as there are set-up fees, equipment to buy, and marketing costs, but our franchises are available across the UK for only £3995 +VAT.

We also stagger our management fee accordingly for the first 6 months to help keep working capital in your business and we will supply you with everything you need to get started. This includes 10 days of training, full back office and admin support, use of our call centre, and a website built for you, as well as a range of equipment depending upon the franchise package that you opt for.

Nationwide Franchising Opportunities with MCS

The demand currently facing the UK cleaning industry is higher than ever and shows no signs of slowing down. So, don’t take on the risks of opening up a business yourself – get in touch with our team today for more information on starting your cleaning franchise with MCS.