Merry Maids Franchise

Residential cleaning services


Dallen W. Peterson founded Merry Maids in 1979 in Omaha, Nebraska. The public company cleans more than 300,000 homes, apartments and condominiums each month in North America. It has franchises in Denmark, Hong Kong, Japan and the United Kingdom. In 1988 Merry Maids joined the ServiceMaster Quality Service Network, which includes franchise companies AmeriSpec, Terminix and Furniture Medic. Merry Maids is based in Memphis, Tennessee.




Veteran Incentives  20% off franchise fee
   Entrepreneur Franchise 500 ranking badge for Sky Zone
#62 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#113 in Franchise 500 for 2021.





It's time to give yourself permission to build your days around what's important to you! You're in Control!
For more information, complete our FREE FRANCHISE ADVICE form!

Please Note: The operators of Merry Maids, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, investors are strongly recommended to visit the official Merry Maids website.

How much does it cost to open a Merry Maids Franchise?

The investment required to open a Merry Maids Franchise is between $89,619-$125,023. There is an initial franchise fee of $37,500-$51,500 which grants you the license to run a business under the Merry Maids name.

Individual Unit Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $89,619-$125,023
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $37,500-$51,500
  • Royalty Fee:
    5-7%
  • Advertising Fee:
    1.3%
  • Term of Agreement:
    5 years


Click here to compare with
franchises similar to Merry Maids

Merry Maids Hatches Plan to Help Moms and Dads Get "Sneaky" With Spring Cleaning With Fun, Creative Tips for the Whole Family
After a long winter, many find themselves counting down the days until spring, which brings budding flowers, warmer temperatures and fresh air. However, the season also brings with it a task that families everywhere often dread: spring cleaning. Thankfully, with spring's official start tomorrow, Mer...

Merry Maids Ranks #51 On Franchise 500 List
Franchise Ranking History Franchise 500: #51 (2014), #38 (2013), #66 (2012), #43 (2011), #38 (2010), Fastest-Growing: #31 (2013), Low-Cost: #11 (2010), America's Top Global: #34 (2013), #59 (2012), #39 (2011), #32 (2010)...

Five Simple Ways to Unclutter Your Life
As each new year presents a fresh, clean slate, clearing the clutter typically makes the top 10 lists of our most popular resolutions. Yet some of our seemingly colossal projects can mean procrastination and little follow-through. Here are a few tips from the experts at Merry Maids on how to sort th...

Chilling the Chore Wars
It's the spick and spans versus the feet-draggers. Spouses, children and roommates, as dear as they are, are often sources of frustration when it comes to who does what and how much around the house. Whether you work hard around the house or work hard at avoiding it, the experts at Merry Maids offer...

Cleaning Tips When Selling Your Home
A clean, orderly house can make your home sell faster. Here are tips from the experts at Merry Maids that won't cost a lot but can make a big difference in the appearance of your home. It is amazing how just a little attention to detail will add that special appeal that buyers are looking for! F...

Merry Maids News & Press Releases

When did the first Merry Maids open? 1979
When did Merry Maids start Franchising? 1980

United States: Nationwide

International: Worldwide

Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee Yes No
Startup Costs No No
Equipment Yes No
Inventory Yes No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training
Additional training in Memphis, Tennessee and regional locations

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Ad slicks, National media

60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (98% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Business Experience:

  • General business experience
  • Management experience

  • To calculate how much income a franchise owner can do at Merry Maids Franchise, may vary on factors like location, size etc., On the other side as a business owner your goals to maintain the quality of service while streaming sales high and expenses low. As any other franchise may include rent/mortgage, staffing/family, inventory supplies, utilities, administrative costs vise vera. Location to location and seasons the months costs may vary. Most franchises start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover most of the initial operating costs like signage, furniture, decoration and renovations.

    5 Other Franchises in this Family

    Listing Tags

    house, cleaning, services, maid, service, dependable, thorough, merry, maids
    Merry Maids Franchise Opportunity viewed 17350 times by investors.

    Legal Disclaimer: This information is not a franchise offering for Merry Maids and should not be construed as such. The Franchise Mall makes every effort to maintain accurate franchise data but does not guarantee nor assume liability for incorrect data. We recommend that anyone seriously interested in pursuing a Merry Maids franchise opportunity, review that franchise's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with an attorney and accountant.

    Merry Maids

    Merry Maids

    Merry Maids
    150 Peabody Pl.
    Memphis, TN
    38103-3720

    FREE FRANCHISE ADVICE

    First Name:
    Last Name:
    Address:
    City:
    State: (US inquiries only please)
    Zip:
    Phone:
    Email:
    Capital to Invest

    (Min $50k Investment)
    Investment Timeframe:

    Can I use my 401K or IRA
    to buy a business?

    Submit your request for a
    FREE Franchise Consultation.

    Share This Page!