JAN-PRO Franchising FAQ – Start Your Commercial Cleaning Business

Franchising is a business model where an established brand (the franchisor) licenses its operations, systems, and support to individuals (franchisees) who operate under the same brand name. Franchisees receive training, guidance, and the right to offer services using the proven business model.

The Canadian commercial cleaning industry is a dynamic franchise industry segment valued at over $25 billion. The industry has grown by 66% over the past ten years and it is typically a recession-resistant business segment. It’s a stable sector with ongoing demand, making it an attractive and reliable business opportunity for new entrepreneurs.

JAN-PRO is one of the fastest growing North American and a global leader in commercial cleaning. We offer:

• A proven business model with guaranteed service standards (Top 3 – BeTheBoss.ca 2025)
• Industry-leading training and support
• A trusted brand with national recognition

You can become part of our remarkable success story.

The minimum required down payment is $3,000 – $5,000 , depending on the location, with financing available, to start a cleaning franchise with JAN-PRO. Equipment is an additional expense which would range from $1,500 to $2,500 depending on options chosen. If you would like to invest more in your new franchise, there are more options available.

No, JAN-PRO does not directly hire cleaners. Instead, we offer a business opportunity for individuals who are interested in owning and managing their own cleaning company through our franchise system.

Whether you have cleaning experience or not, all new franchise owners must complete our comprehensive training program. The typical training period is around 5 sessions, and the hours vary depending on your location. We will also guide you on the equipment and supplies you will need to get started. A JAN-PRO franchise does not require you to invest heavily in equipment.

No, you do not need a team to start a cleaning franchise with JAN-PRO. However, hiring a team of cleaning professionals can provide you with greater flexibility and the ability to clean larger accounts.

Yes, in fact, many of our most successful franchisees are trained couples or other family members.

No physical office is required. You can operate your JAN-PRO franchise from home, which reduces overhead and simplifies operations.

Yes, you can. Because most commercial properties are cleaned after-hours, you have the option of starting your JAN-PRO franchise as a second income stream. We will explain the many options you would then have to expand your business.

Typically, we clean offices, health clubs, medical/dental facilities, churches, daycares, car dealerships, preschools, retail stores, and more. We do not provide any residential cleaning services.

No! Your local JAN-PRO office will provide you with offers to new customer accounts, but if you would like to find customers on your own, we have a process for that too.

Step 1: Book a free information session with your local JAN-PRO office.

We’ll walk you through everything, from startup requirements to growth opportunities, so you can make the right decision.

We recommend bringing something to take notes with. Nothing else is required for your first meeting.