Molly Maid - Franchise
Ranked as a top Residential Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®.
$144,150 - $203,950 initial investment range—refer to 2026 Molly Maid FDD for details. $250K net worth required.
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Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise:
| Liquid Capital: | $60,000 What does Liquid Capital mean? |
|---|---|
| Net Worth: | $250,000 What does Net Worth mean? |
| Franchise Fee: | $14,900 What does Franchise Fee mean? |
| Total Investment: | $144,150 - $203,950 What does Total Investment mean? |
Options
Options available to franchisees:
| Financing: | Via 3rd party |
|---|---|
| Training: | Available |
| Veteran Discount: | 20% off initial franchise fee for qualified veterans |
| SBA Approved: | Available |
Franchisor Details
Facts about this franchise:
| Franchise Units: | 440 |
|---|---|
| Year Founded: | 1984 |
| Franchising Since: | 1984 |
What Does a Molly Maid Franchise Cost?
Interested parties should have at least $60,000 in liquid capital to invest and a minimum net worth of $250,000. Franchisees can expect to make a total investment of $144,150 - $203,950. Molly Maid charges a franchise fee of $14,900. They also offer financing via 3rd party as well as a discount for veterans (20% off initial franchise fee for qualified veterans). *
About Molly Maid
Since 1984, Molly Maid® has provided a variety of residential and commercial cleaning services as a nationally recognized industry leader. Franchise owners in more than 430 locations experience the benefits of Molly Maid’s proven business model, including:
Recurring Revenue: So many people embrace the convenience of a reliable set-it-and-forget-it service like home cleaning, especially when life gets chaotic. This type of scheduled service can provide steady cash flow and take the guesswork out of scheduling.
No Industry Experience Required: By utilizing an executive ownership model where you make the decisions and manage your own business, you won’t need to hold a mop to be successful, especially after hiring an expert staff.
Award-Winning Recognition: With more than 40 years of success, Molly Maid has been recognized by leading organizations within the franchising space, such as Entrepreneur Franchise 500®, Franchise Business Review Top 200, and Franchise Times Top 400®.
Why Choose Molly Maid?
Molly Maid is proud to be a part of Neighborly®, the world’s leading home services franchisor with 19 brands and more than 5,500 locations focused on repairing, maintaining, and enhancing properties. Utilizing decades of experience and scale from this multi-brand portfolio, our franchise owners enjoy distinct advantages like:
Prime Territories: With available territories in some of the fastest-growing markets, there’s ample space and demand to establish your franchise. Better yet, thanks to designated territories, you’ll be able to collaborate and share best practices with other Molly Maid locations instead of compete for the same customers.
ProTradeNet® Buying Power: Exclusively available to Neighborly brand franchise owners, you’ll have access to discounts and rebates from over 250 preferred vendors. In 2025, Neighborly brand franchise owners earned a collective $8.3M in rebates.
20% Veteran Discount**: We are proud to partner with VetFran and offer franchise fee discounts for qualified veterans. With more than 425 current Veteran owners across Neighborly brands, we’re committed to helping transitioning and current Veterans achieve their business goals.
Training & Support
Molly Maid franchise owners benefit from specialized training, operations, and support systems, including:
Training Program & Business Coach: In-depth marketing and sales training as you get started, plus a consultant to answer questions and provide guidance as you grow.
Local & National Marketing Expertise: SEO & PPC guidance set the stage for integrated plans and tactics in your market that focus on customer acquisition, retention, and reactivation.
Ongoing Education & Owner Collaboration: Comprehensive opportunities such as regional training events and national conferences to ensure you have the knowledge to function at the top of your game.
Digital Integration: In an increasingly tech-focused world, local landing pages, social media presence, and custom sales support software make it easier to provide the best experience for customers.
Ideal Candidate
Our franchise owners come from all walks of life. Some have held positions in corporate environments and are looking for a career change, while others have worked in the industry and are looking to lead their own business. No matter their background, our franchise owners embody characteristics such as:
- Entrepreneurial spirit driven to set and achieve goals
- Desire to build genuine relationships with customers, employees, and other franchisees
- Commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality service
- Accountable to financial responsibilities and requirements
The culture across the entire family of brands is embodied by the Neighborly Code of Values, which emphasizes the importance of fostering a set of ideals that guide the organization. These elements, while small to some, set Neighborly and Molly Maid franchise owners apart from the competition.
Franchisee Testimonials
"I looked at several different opportunities and what really sold me with Molly Maid was how clear it was and how much of a well-defined system they had. Molly Maid was more transparent and I was able to talk to existing owners."
- Tim Rasner
"I’m excited about the recent technology tools added to our CRM system that automate many of our functions so we can spend time on developing people and relationships."
- Katrina Keith
"My favorite part of being a franchise owner is being my own boss."
- Kate Anstett
* Refer to Item 19 of the 2025 Molly Maid SPV LLC Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for complete details.
** Refer to Item 5 of the 2026 Molly Maid SPV LLC Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for complete details.
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Awards
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Availability
Molly Maid is currently accepting inquiries from the following states:
Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Interested parties should have at least $60,000 in liquid capital to invest.
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