Start a Cleaning Company In Kenya

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Start a Cleaning Business in Kenya

1. Understand the Industry Opportunity

Kenya’s real estate boom, urbanization, commercial developments, and hygiene awareness are fueling demand for residential and commercial cleaning services. This means there’s room to grow — especially for organized, professional brands.

Franchise models like Kejani give you access to this booming market without having to build your brand from scratch.

2. Decide Between Independent Startup vs. Franchise Model

Option A: Starting From Scratch

Pros: Full control and ownership
Cons:

• Branding takes time

• No systems or client base

• Trial-and-error marketing

• Costly mistakes

Option B: Join Kejani Cleaning Services Franchise

Pros:

• Proven systems & operations

• National brand recognition

• Marketing, training & support

• Access to tools, products, and leads

• Lower risk with faster ROI

👉 Most aspiring business owners in Kenya choose the Kejani franchise model because it provides a springboard into the industry with fewer risks and greater rewards.

3. Legal Requirements for Starting a Cleaning Company in Kenya

Whether solo or as a franchise, these are basic legal steps you’ll need:

• Register your business with eCitizen or your County Government

• Apply for a business permit (Single Business Permit)

• Open a business bank account

• Register for taxes with KRA (PIN, VAT if applicable)

• Join NSSF and NHIF if you hire staff

• Consider insurance (public liability, worker’s comp, etc.)

✅ With Kejani, we’ll help you fast-track this process and get registered properly.

4. Costs: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Cleaning Business?

Starting from scratch typically costs between KES 150,000 and KES 800,000, depending on:

• Equipment (vacuum, scrubber, mops, PPE)

• Marketing (branding, flyers, website)

• Staff salaries

• Transport

• Licensing

✅ Franchising with Kejani reduces your starting costs significantly. You won’t need to hire expensive marketers or trial products. We provide:

• Equipment sourcing

• Branded uniforms

• Website listing and SEO

• Pre-existing clients and leads

5. Choose Your Niche

The cleaning industry in Kenya is wide — you can specialize in:

• Residential/home cleaning

• Carpet and upholstery cleaning

• Post-construction cleaning

• Commercial & office cleaning

• Move-in/move-out cleaning

• Fumigation and pest control

• Car interior detailing

✅ At Kejani, we train you to handle multiple niches so you can maximize your income streams.

6. Market Your Services (With or Without a Budget)

If starting alone, you’ll need to build your brand from scratch:

• Invest in a logo, flyers, posters, website, and SEO

• Advertise on social media (Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp groups)

• Word of mouth and referrals

• Cold outreach to companies and homes

✅ With Kejani, your franchise will:

• Appear on our national website

• Be supported with professional SEO & paid advertising

• Receive leads from HQ for free

• Get help creating marketing videos, designs, and promos

7. Build a Skilled Team

Hiring untrained staff is one of the biggest pitfalls in this industry. We ensure that all Kejani franchise teams:

• Receive professional training

• Understand customer care

• Know how to use chemicals safely

• Wear branded uniforms

• Respect customer spaces

8. Deliver Consistently to Grow Your Brand

At the end of the day, consistency is what makes or breaks a cleaning business. At Kejani, we support you with:

• Client follow-ups

• Job quality audits

• Satisfaction calls

• Reputation management