The #1 Commercial Cleaning Franchise Climbs Three Spots on the 2026 Franchise 500

March 18, 2026 // Franchising.com // TAMARAC, FL – Stratus Building Solutions was recognized as one of the Top 500 Franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. For 47 years, The Franchise 500® has been recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, and placement in the ranking has been a highly sought-after honor within the franchise industry. Stratus Building Solutions ranked for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

“Being ranked once again among the top brands on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list is a powerful reflection of the forward momentum Stratus continues to build year after year,” said Doug Flaig, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions. “Our consistent upward movement is driven by rapid systemwide growth, strong year-over-year performance, and the dedication of our franchise owners. As demand for commercial cleaning continues to rise, we remain focused on scaling responsibly while delivering long-term value to our partners and the communities we serve.”

For nearly two decades, Stratus Building Solutions has provided environmentally friendly commercial cleaning services to businesses across the United States and Canada. Through dedicated local entrepreneurs and regional support offices, Stratus delivers reliable solutions while setting new standards in the building services industry.

In Entrepreneur’s effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s ranking formula continues to evolve. Each franchise is thoroughly evaluated and given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. The 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

"For 47 years, the Franchise 500 has been the gold standard for identifying franchise excellence. This year's ranking proves that the best brands don't just survive changing markets; they thrive in them," says Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur magazine's editor in chief. "These 500 companies represent some of the most reliable pathways to business ownership in America, each one vetted through our rigorous analysis of what actually drives franchisee success."

The Franchise 500® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for prospective franchisees. Stratus’ position on the ranking reflects consistent performance across its franchise system.

SOURCE Stratus Building Solutions

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