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Growth and Scaling a Cleaning Business
Scaling a cleaning business means moving from self-employment to building a company that runs beyond your personal hours. In 2025, UK cleaning businesses have many opportunities to grow — by hiring staff, expanding services, or even launching a franchise. This guide shows you the main stages of scaling
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From Solo Cleaner to Small Team
The first stage of growth is moving beyond your own capacity:
- Hire 1–2 part-time cleaners to handle extra jobs.
- Introduce systems for scheduling, invoicing, and quality checks.
- Shift focus from cleaning to client management and supervision.
This transition requires investment but increases capacity and credibility.