MaidPro Franchise News

MaidPro announced today that it has, once again, ranked first in Franchise Business Review’s 2012 FBR 50 — Franchisee Satisfaction Awards among maid franchise systems.
Boston, MA (PRWEB) February 27, 2012 - MaidPro announced today that it has, once again, ranked first in Franchise Business Review’s 2012 FBR 50 — Franchisee Satisfaction Awards among maid franchise systems. In addition to ranking number one among maid service franchise companies, MaidPro ranked 7th among all franchisors studied by FBR.
In reaction to the news, long-time MaidPro franchisee Greg Ford of Tulsa, Okla., said “I think what makes us competitive is the great chemistry we have as a community. We have great relationships with our MaidPro Home Office, a strong sense of community among MaidPro franchisees, and positive relationships with our employees...

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MaidPro announced today that it has been ranked in Entrepreneur's Top 100 Low Cost Franchises for 2011. Among cleaning companies with similar maid-service offerings, MaidPro is the only one to appear in Entrepreneur's Top 100 Low Cost Franchises for 2011.

Companies appearing in Entrepreneurs' Top 100 Low Cost Franchises for 2011 are ranked according to objective, quantifiable and verifiable criteria, the most important being, "financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system," according to Entrepreneur. "We also consider the number of years a company has been in business and the length of time it has been franchising, startup costs, litigation, percentage of terminations, and whether the company provides financing...

September 16, 2009 // Franchising.com // - MaidPro's home office staff focused their efforts on community service at Boston's Community Servings Kitchen on Thursday, Sept. 10. Feeling the need to give back to the city of Boston, more than half of the MaidPro home office participated in this program, which delivers healthy, nutritious meals to people suffering from life threatening diseases like HIV/AIDS and cancer.

President and co-founder Richard Sparacio says "This was a great opportunity to give something back to the Boston community and have fun with coworkers all in one event."

MaidPro employees spent their night at Community Servings packaging frozen fruit into containers to go into meals for that week as well as separating fresh parsley from its stem so it could be used as a healthier seasoning in other meals...

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Launched in 1991, MaidPro saw a need to provide high quality cleaning services to residential customers. As MaidPro grew, it became difficult to manage all the customers that wanted service so it launched its franchise business in 1999 and created its proprietary software, "Service CEO," to help handle the growing number of MaidPro clients while allowing it to continue to provide exceptional service to its direct customers...

August 22, 2008 // Franchising.com // - It's time for Katy to get clean! MaidPro of Katy, owned by Cyndi and Baye Williams, celebrated its grand opening in the neighborhood on Friday, August 15, with a ribbon cutting sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.

"I started this business because, as a professional woman and working mother, I have always needed more free time," said Cyndi Williams. Cyndi notes that hiring a professional maid service is an easy, efficient way to outsource household responsibilities without having to worry about hiring, training and managing a maid oneself.

"The MaidPro business model focuses on trust, offering clients a reputable alternative to independent housecleaners and a more consistent housecleaning experience than some other national companies...

June 26, 2008 // Franchising.com // - If you're visiting Canal Street and you smell freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, hear engaged employees discussing franchise owners' successes and see bubbles on the wall, chances are you're visiting the home office of MaidPro Franchising.

The Boston-based franchisor of housecleaning services, newly ensconced in office space in an old furniture factory, was recently named to the Boston Business Journal's list of Best Places to Work, landing in ninth place among businesses with 20 to 100 local employees.

"It's been an exciting year for MaidPro," said Richard Sparacio, President and Co-Founder. "We've doubled our workspace, added three new employees and are poised to open our 100th franchise...

June 09, 2008 // Franchising.com // - For the Schwartz family, business ownership is a family affair. Jon and Andrea Schwartz opened their MaidPro housecleaning franchise this spring, with Jon's parents Stuart and Gloria Schwartz managing the day-to-day business.

The family is excited to offer premium housecleaning services to their neighbors throughout the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania. "The MaidPro business model focuses on trust, offering clients a reputable alternative to independent housecleaners and a more consistent housecleaning experience than some other national companies. Here at MaidPro, we run background checks on all our Service Providers before they complete MaidPro University, our proprietary training program...

May 15, 2008 // Franchising.com // - It's an understatement to say that Sharon Sagie likes to be busy. After finishing her PhD. in Educational Evaluation in 2005, and having children in 2005 and 2007, she's now focused on her new venture: a MaidPro housecleaning franchise. The business, based on Leonia, services Fort Lee, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Palisade Park, Tenafly, Leonia and Edgewater.

"I started this business because, as a professional woman and working mother, I have always needed more free time," said Sagie. The Fort Lee resident notes that hiring a professional maid service is an easy, efficient way to outsource household responsibilities without having to worry about hiring, training and managing a maid oneself...

May 13, 2008 // Franchising.com // - For more than 20 years, Vin Penzo worked in the information technology field, documenting processes and detailing improvements for his employers. However, the dream of opening his own business was never far from his mind, and in March, Penzo opened the doors of his MaidPro housecleaning franchise in Melrose.

"I've always wanted the satisfaction of creating a service that's highly valued by my clients," he said. "I've always wanted to make key decisions on my own, and while working in IT was great, it was definitely time to get back to doing what I originally wanted."

Penzo found the Boston-based franchisor's business model a good fit for his goals. "MaidPro takes a methodical approach to customer service and house cleaning...

March 14, 2008 // Franchising.com // - Attention, Northern Michigan: help has arrived. MaidPro of Gaylord is now open for business and ready to tackle the dirt!

Franchise owners Jeff and Michelle Hunter are excited to offer premium housecleaning services to their neighbors in Burt Lake, Boyne City, Boyne Falls, Charlevoix, East Jordan, Gaylord, Grayling, Indian River, Johannesburg, Kalkaska, Mullett Lake, Mancelona, Petosky, Torch Lake and everywhere in-between. "I've lived in Gaylord for almost 10 years, and while the region has grown tremendously, it remains difficult to find a quality professional cleaning service," said Michelle. "Here at MaidPro, we run background checks on all our Service Providers before they complete MaidPro University, our proprietary training program...

March 12, 2008 // Franchising.com // - For the third consecutive year, MaidPro has been named to the Franchise Business Review's Franchise 50 list for excellence in franchise owner satisfaction. MaidPro is ranked tenth among franchise systems with 50 to 200 units.

"We're thrilled to be included in the Franchise 50 list again, and even more excited to be cited among the top 10," said Richard Sparacio, Co-Founder and President. "Our goal is to create a franchise system that enables our owners' success, and this award is proof that we are reaching our goal."

The Franchise Business Review surveys franchise owners each year to ascertain their levels of satisfaction across categories such as training and support, financial opportunity and relationship with the home office...

March 03, 2008 // Franchising.com // - Retire? No way. Sharon Nemanius, formerly a legal secretary in Chicago, has realized a lifelong dream and opened her very own business, a MaidPro housecleaning franchise, in San Antonio, Texas.

For Sharon, it's not just the freedom and independence that drew her toward entrepreneurship. "I want to help people make the most important investment in their lives – their homes – a pleasure to come home to," she said. As a working mother for most of her life, Sharon understands how little free time her clients have, and she wants to help them enjoy it more.

"The MaidPro housecleaning system takes care of the dirty work in a systematic, thorough way that will thrill our clients...

February 27, 2008 // Franchising.com // - Rick Hughes has traded his golf club for a mop, and he couldn't be happier. The former golf pro recently opened MaidPro's second office on the Jersey shore, servicing Middletown, Red Bank, Shrewsbury, Fort Monmouth, Fair Haven, Belford, Colts Neck, Eatontown, Hazlet, Holmdel, Keyport, Lincroft, Little Silver, Oceanport and West Long Branch, New Jersey.

"No one has enough free time anymore," said Hughes. "Hiring a professional cleaning company is an easy way to get some time back. Our customers don't have to worry about checking or training the maids: here at MaidPro, we run background checks on all our Service Providers before they complete MaidPro University, our proprietary training program...

February 05, 2008 // Franchising.com // - MaidPro of Exeter is now open for business and ready to make New Hampshire's Seacoast shine!

"I think that customers in the Seacoast region are going to be wowed by the quality and consistency of our service," said franchise owner Susan Parilla, who owns the office with her husband, John. "We strive to have the same Service Provider assigned to each customer for each cleaning. This ensures a consistently excellent cleaning experience."

All MaidPro employees are thoroughly trained at MaidPro University on MaidPro's 49-Point Checklist™. This list details everything that will be cleaned in a client's home, with a specific focus on kitchens, bathrooms, floors and dusting...

January 23, 2008 // Franchising.com // - Once again in 2008, MaidPro has risen closer to the top of Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 list. MaidPro now ranks 227, up from 249 in 2007.

"We're happy to be in the top half of Entrepreneur's list," said Richard Sparacio, president. "Our 300 percent growth rate over the past six years is one of the highest in the industry, and it's nice to be recognized."

"For a company that is dedicated to having fewer, but larger, franchises, our incredible growth is a testament to the strength of our franchise model and the business acumen of our franchise owners," Sparacio said. He noted that MaidPro will open its 100th franchise in early 2008, marking another milestone.

MaidPro is a Boston-based franchisor of housecleaning services with more than 90 offices in 28 states plus the District of Columbia...

December 05, 2007 // Franchising.com // - When was the last time you actually used that Jell-O mold? Or the last time you broke out the fancy wine goblets? Unless you're a serial socialite, chances are you haven't used most of your holiday dishware all that often. Here's a rundown on how to use everyday items to clean off that stuff you only use once or twice a year:

• A mixture of one tablespoon of vinegar, one cup of isoprophyl alcohol and one cup of water makes a quickly evaporating spray cleaner that serves as homemade solvent to eliminate the ugliest smudges and dust on vases, punchbowls, mirrors and more.

• To clean silverware, make a thick paste with ¼-cup of baking soda and two tablespoons of water...

November 15, 2007 // Franchising.com // - For residents of Crown Point, Saint John, Merrillville, Munster, Highland, Hobart and Dyer, there is now one less thing to worry about. MaidPro of Crown Point is now open for business and ready to handle the dirty work.

Franchise owner Yohanni Hedges looks forward to offering premium housecleaning services to her neighbors. "With two small children at home and a full-time job, I know how difficult it can be to find time to clean. At MaidPro, we focus on housecleaning so our clients can enjoy more free time."

MaidPro's 49-Point Checklist™ details everything that will be cleaned in a client's home, with a specific focus on kitchens, bathrooms, floors and dusting. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one-time services are available, as are move-in and move-out cleanings...

November 06, 2007 // Franchising.com // - "Hey, it's the American dream!" That's the reason that Robert Burton gives for wanting to open his own business. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, then completing his college education at the University of Houston – Victoria, Robert was ready for entrepreneurship.

He and his wife Lilly, a registered nurse, chose housecleaning as their industry of choice, and MaidPro as their franchise partner. "We're committed to serving our neighbors in this community," said Lilly Burton, "and providing quality, professional housecleaning is a great way to demonstrate that commitment." Robert Burton adds, "We hope to give our clients more free time to enjoy friends and family. Lilly and I are dedicated to incredible customer service, and we look forward to building a successful business...

October 26, 2007 // Franchising.com // - Manhattan's Upper West Side, Harlem and Morningside Heights neighborhoods just got a little cleaner with the opening of MaidPro's second office in New York City.

"MaidPro offers a turnkey solution to housecleaning that I think that our neighbors will really appreciate. We bring all the supplies needed to clean a home (except a vacuum cleaner) and our service provider training process ensures that all jobs will be done right every time," said John Dallaire, who owns the business with business partner Chuck McEwan.

Both McEwan and Dallaire offer strong customer service skills honed through years of work in retail. "Our service is 100 percent focused on client satisfaction...

October 17, 2007 // Franchising.com // - Central Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale just got a lot cleaner with the opening of MaidPro's third office in the area. Franchise owner Kathy Ward says, "Our tagline says it all: "It's about time!" that more of Phoenix has access to premium housecleaning services."

Whether it's weekly or bi-weekly housecleaning service or a one-time deep cleaning, MaidPro designs its service around customer needs. MaidPro's proprietary 49-Point Checklist™ details everything that will be cleaned in the home, with special attention given to kitchen, bathrooms, floors and dusting. "We offer our customers an incredible cleaning experience that fits their needs and their budgets," says Ward. "We don't require contracts because we expect to earn our customers' business with every cleaning...