The Maids
The Maids is a residential cleaning services brand founded in 1979, operating in the U.S. and Canada.
Last updated September 11, 2026
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Overview
The Maids is a residential cleaning services brand founded in 1979 by Daniel J. Bishop in Omaha, Nebraska. It operates in the U.S. and Canada with nearly 200 franchises serving over 90 major cities, and uses a proprietary 22-Step Cleaning Process. The brand was ranked #1 House Cleaning and Maid Service by Newsweek's America's Best of the Best Ranking.
History
The Maids was founded in 1979 by Daniel J. Bishop in Omaha, Nebraska. Bishop was a self-made entrepreneur before the age of 21 with his janitorial company, Bishop Building Services. He focused on bringing residential deep cleaning services to everyone. With house cleaning teams and a recognizable yellow company car, Bishop's business quickly went national as he began franchising his residential cleaning company. The Maids is a leading residential cleaning services company in the U.S. and Canada, with nearly 200 franchises serving over 90 major U.S. and Canadian cities, and offices in over 40 U.S. states and three Canadian provinces.
Products and positioning
Eco-friendly cleaning service safe for kids and pets, with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Move-in cleaning
A move-in cleaning service that gets a new place sparkling clean before move-in, using a proven 22-Step Cleaning Process.
Housekeeping services
Regular housekeeping services that create a healthier home, with a healthy approach to house cleaning since 1979.
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