Merry Maids vs The Hygienic Home Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Merry Maids vs The Hygienic Home including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Merry Maids Franchise
The Hygienic Home Franchise
Investment $89,619 - $125,023$67,800 - $82,450
Franchise Fee $37,500 - $51,500N/A
Royalty Fee 5-7%-
Advertising Fee 1.3%-
Year Founded 19792006
Year Franchised 19802007
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Merry Maids Franchise
The Hygienic Home Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Management experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Merry Maids Franchise
    The Hygienic Home Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment Yes/No-/-
    Inventory Yes/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Merry Maids Franchise
    The Hygienic Home Franchise
    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-
    Operations 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)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Merry Maids Franchise
    The Hygienic Home Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Merry Maids

    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
    #62 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #113 in Franchise 500 for 2021.



    About The Hygienic Home

    The Green Movement is Sweeping America.
    Millions of Households are Demanding Eco-Friendly Cleaning Solutions Now
    You have the Chance to Make a Difference - for the World and for Your Future!
    The Hygienic Home franchise allows you to set up and run your own business. Start up costs are reasonable, and you can operate from your home. As a franchisee of The Hygienic Home, you'll receive a generous territory and our commitment to help you succeed.
    Our eco-friendly cleaning systems answer the demands of homeowners who want cleaner, healthier homes.
    The Hygienic Home uses the latest, state-of-the-art equipment and environmentally safe products, including unique European technologies that clean without leaving harsh irritants or residues that can impact health conditions or enter the ecosystem.