The Franchise License includes:

• A comprehensive Training Program
• Ongoing Home Office Support
• “Buddy Program” experienced Franchisee assists new Franchisee
• Equipment Package
• Merry Maids proprietary software
• Stationery and Marketing Package
• Assistance with marketing programs nationally and locally
• Protected territory

Training from an International Leader

Our comprehensive, 10 day training program and ongoing franchise support program is a key benefit of Merry Maids franchise ownership. It is the detailed, thorough training that only a home cleaning business leader with more than 30 years of experience can provide.   

Home Office Support

Merry Maids franchise owners benefit from the experience and expertise of the Home Office personnel, who are available by phone, e-mail and office visits.   

Ongoing Support

No one in the home cleaning business offers the variety and scope of ongoing assistance and support you receive from Merry Maids. As a Merry Maids franchise owner, you have the opportunity to learn and share through these company-sponsored venues:   

• Intranet website
• Franchise share board
• Regional meetings
• Product / system development
• Invitational conferences
• Specialized regional training programs
• Advanced Performance training programs
• MMConnect training / development database
• Annual International convention
• Newsletters
• Email info blasts
• Budget development
• Benchmarking
• Key indicator ratings

“Buddy System”

Merry Maids mentoring program – through which established Merry Maids franchise owners in neighbouring territories are selected to assist and counsel new franchisees on a day to day basis.   

Equipment Package and Supplies

Enough vacuums, cleaning equipment, products and uniforms etc. for two teams.   

Proprietary Software

Merry Maids Customer Information System (CIS) is user-friendly, proprietary software created by Merry Maids that completely integrates all facets of your house cleaning business franchise operation. You control and build your house cleaning business with dedicated key functions such as scheduling, payroll, bookkeeping/accounting, taxes and goal setting.   

Merry Maids also supplies franchise owners with a customized web portal where they receive online leads, have access to a knowledge base of questions and answers and can ask questions of the corporate staff.   

Stationery Package

Start-up new owner package includes personalize business cards, letterhead and promotional materials.   

Marketing and Advertising Programs

Merry Maids enjoys brand name awareness in the home cleaning business; marketing, advertising (print and internet) and public relations programs are designed to produce the maximum return. Initial efforts focus on neighbourhood promotional activities. These programs have been tested to provide our franchise owners with cost-effective advice and direction.   

We offer:   

• national advertising programs
• customizable individual office websites
• assistance with marketing initiatives for your territory

Designated Territories

Our Designated Territory system ensures cooperation among all Merry Maids franchise owners. There are three categories of franchise territories Small, Mid and Full size. The number of qualified potential customers in a territory determines its size. A demographic market study is completed on a proposed new territory and the results are shared with you.   

Merry Maids is committed to helping our franchise owners meet their goals through supporting the long term growth of their franchise businesses. That’s why we offer unmatched support in all aspects of business development.   

Franchise Fees

We Offer Financing – (on approved credit)   

We believe in our Merry Maids Franchises so much that we offer to help our new franchisees with financing up to 80% of the Franchise Fee (OAC)   

Ask about our financing options.