People start cleaning businesses all the time. An individual's key consideration in starting a cleaning business is deciding whether to start independently or to open a franchise. It is much less ...

Most franchisees who buy into janitorial or domestic-cleaning concepts are true mom-and-pop businesspeople. They run their enterprises from the kitchen table and spend countless hours on their hands ...

When Janet Fahar, 70, went into the house cleaning business 25 years ago, she did so without cell phones, computers, or any industry knowledge whatsoever. “I was working as an administrative assistant ...

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Many homeowners don't have the inclination, equipment or aptitude to tackle heavy-duty yard cleaning projects. Others don't have the time. If you like being outdoors, working with your hands and get a ...

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. From household maid services to commercial cleaning—there’s a ...

After suffering from long-term illnesses and a respiratory disease caused by an unclean apartment, Teresa Crews resolved that no one should live in a polluted environment. “Everyone should feel safe ...