Commercial vs. Residential Cleaning Profitability Calculator

Compare profitability metrics between commercial and residential cleaning services.

Number of Commercial Jobs (per month):

Average Commercial Job Size (sq ft):

Commercial Rate ($ per sq ft):

Number of Residential Jobs (per month):

Average Residential Job Size (sq ft):

Residential Rate ($ per sq ft):

Labor Cost ($ per hour):

Cleaning Speed (sq ft per hour):

Step	Description
1. Enter Job Details	Input the number of jobs and average job size for both commercial and residential services.
2. Set Rates	Specify the rates charged per square foot for commercial and residential cleaning.
3. Input Costs	Enter the labor cost per hour and the average cleaning speed in square feet per hour.
4. Calculate	Click the "Calculate Profitability" button to see the comparison results.
5. Analyze Results	Review the revenue, costs, and profit margins for both commercial and residential services.
6. Adjust Inputs	Modify inputs as needed to explore different scenarios and optimize profitability.

Benefit	Description
Market Segment Focus	Identify which market segment (commercial or residential) is more profitable for your business.
Pricing Strategy	Optimize your pricing strategy based on profitability analysis for each segment.
Resource Allocation	Make informed decisions about allocating resources between commercial and residential services.
Business Planning	Use insights to guide expansion or specialization strategies in your cleaning business.
Cost Control	Identify areas where costs can be reduced to improve overall profitability.
Performance Benchmarking	Compare your business's performance against industry standards and set realistic goals.

Question	Answer
What type of cleaning business makes the most money?	The profitability varies depending on factors like location, competition, and operational efficiency. Generally, commercial cleaning often has higher revenue potential due to larger job sizes and recurring contracts, while residential cleaning can offer higher profit margins but may require more marketing effort.
What is a good profit margin for cleaning?	A good profit margin for a cleaning business typically ranges from 10% to 28%. However, the exact figure can vary based on factors such as the type of cleaning services offered, location, and business efficiency. Use this calculator to determine your specific profit margins.
What is the productivity rate for commercial cleaning?	The productivity rate for commercial cleaning can vary widely but typically ranges from 3,000 to 5,000 square feet per hour for a single cleaner. This rate can be influenced by factors such as the type of facility, cleaning tasks required, and equipment used.
How do you calculate cleaning business?	To calculate the profitability of a cleaning business: 1) Determine your revenue (number of jobs × average job size × rate), 2) Calculate your costs (labor, supplies, overhead), 3) Subtract costs from revenue to find profit, 4) Divide profit by revenue to get profit margin. This calculator automates these calculations for you.