Janitorial Supplies Business

Janitorial Supplies Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 8th, 2024

Looking to dive into a business that always has demand? Consider starting a janitorial supplies business. This venture focuses on providing essential cleaning products and tools to a wide range of clients, from schools and businesses to healthcare facilities.

Running this business involves sourcing high-quality cleaning products and supplies, establishing solid relationships with suppliers, and effectively managing inventory. Marketing to local businesses and institutions will be key to your success, so a knack for sales and networking will give you a leg up.

Why consider a janitorial supplies business? The constant need for cleanliness and hygiene ensures a steady market. Plus, with recurring orders, you'll build a reliable client base over time. For those willing to put in the effort to manage logistics and forge strong customer relationships, this could be a rewarding business with long-term potential.

In this list, you'll find real-world janitorial supplies business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a janitorial supplies business that makes money.

1. Vacation Home Help ($1.44M/year)

cleanliness increased overnight. We lost some hosts. To address this, we implemented a rigorous vetting process for cleaning services and prioritized quality and consistency. We also implemented a feedback system where hosts can rate and review the cleaning services they work with. This helped us identify and address any issues promptly. In terms of customer acquisition, word of mouth has been our biggest driver. We provide exceptional customer service and go above and beyond to meet our customers' needs. We also leverage social media platforms and online communities to connect with potential customers and share valuable content. Additionally, our podcast has been a great tool for attracting and educating potential customers about the vacation rental industry and our services. Overall, our focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and providing valuable resources has been key to attracting and retaining customers.

How much money it makes: $1.44M/year
How much did it cost to start: $800
How many people on the team: 3

We Quit Our 9 To 5 To Start An Airbnb Cleaning Service. Now We Make $1.4M/Year

Former banker builds a vacation rental cleaning service from $800 to gross over a million dollars a year, providing opportunities for underserved communities to provide income through connecting top-rated cleaners to hosts in need through a referral model offering cleaning services, marketing, sales, accounting, bookkeeping, technology and more while empowering cleaners to provide fair and sustainable pricing, offering free resources and education through a short term rental podcast, and expanding to help as many hosts and cleaning services as possible.

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