Cleaning business ideas you can run out and about in Canada
46 ideas
These 47 cleaning ideas suit people who would rather be on the move than stuck behind a desk or in a shop. You travel to customers' homes, offices or driveways and do the work on site.
Mobile graffiti removal
Remove graffiti from walls, fences and shutters for local property owners and businesses.
- C$2k-9k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Graffiti removal for property managers
Win regular clean-up contracts with property managers, condo boards and business areas.
- C$6k-25k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Regular home cleaner for local households
Clean homes weekly or every two weeks for busy families and professionals in your area.
- C$200-900
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Rental turnover and move-out cleaning
Clean rentals between tenants for landlords, property managers and Airbnb hosts.
- C$500-2.5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile janitorial equipment supplier
Visit cleaning firms and building managers with a van of equipment, take orders and restock them on a regular route.
- C$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile carpet and rug cleaning
Deep clean carpets and rugs in homes and small offices with your own extraction machine.
- C$2k-8k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Weekend carpet cleaning with rented kit
Start small by cleaning carpets on weekends with a rented or entry-level machine.
- C$300-1.8k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Wash-and-fold laundry pickup and delivery
Collect dirty laundry from busy households, wash and fold it, and drop it back clean.
- C$500-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
House clearance with a van
Clear unwanted contents from homes, basements and garages, then sort, donate, recycle or dispose of them.
- C$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estate cleanout and resale service
Clear homes after a bereavement or downsizing, and sell the items of value online to offset the cost.
- C$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Home window cleaning round
Clean windows for homeowners a few times a year and build a repeat route in your neighbourhood.
- C$400-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Storefront and office window cleaning
Keep shop fronts and small offices clean on a weekly or monthly contract.
- C$1k-5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Residential pool cleaning route
Service backyard pools weekly through the swim season for homeowners in your area.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Pool opening and closing service
Open pools in spring and winterize them in fall, with one-off cleans in between.
- C$1k-5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Driveway and deck pressure washing
Restore driveways, decks, fences and siding for homeowners with a pressure washer and a trailer or truck.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Commercial pressure washing contracts
Clean storefronts, parking areas, patios and building exteriors for local businesses on a regular schedule.
- C$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile sofa and mattress cleaning
Deep clean sofas, chairs and mattresses at people's homes and offices with portable extraction machines.
- C$1.5k-7k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Weekend mattress and sofa refresh
Offer mattress and sofa cleaning on weekends, starting with a compact machine and a small local customer base.
- C$500-2k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Cleanout and waste hauling for contractors
Run a truck and a helper to clear renovation debris and property cleanouts for contractors and landlords.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Mobile car wash and detailing
Wash and detail cars at customers' homes and workplaces from a van or trailer.
- C$1.5k-7k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Dry cleaning pickup and delivery
Collect clothes from busy people, have a local plant clean them, and bring them back.
- C$1k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Cloth diaper pickup and wash service
Collect used cloth diapers weekly, wash them at a partner laundry and drop them back clean.
- C$2k-8k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile leather sofa and car seat cleaning
Clean and condition leather sofas, chairs and car seats at customers' homes and workplaces.
- C$800-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile tile and grout cleaning
Restore dirty tile floors, showers and grout in homes with a van-based setup that comes to the customer.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
About these ideas
Some, like a home window cleaning round or mobile tile and grout cleaning, need modest equipment and can grow street by street. Others, such as junk removal with your pickup or trailer or commercial pressure washing contracts, need a vehicle and bigger machines. Start by thinking about what you already own, how much heavy lifting you want to do, and whether you prefer homeowners or business clients. Also consider Canadian weather, since winter can slow outdoor work in many regions. Compare setup costs, travel time and how easily you could find repeat customers before you choose.
More ideas
- Commercial tile floor cleaning
- Mobile bike wash and degrease
- Local cleaning supplies delivery service
- Cistern and farm water tank cleaning
- Commercial water tank cleaning contracts
- Junk and garbage removal with a truck or trailer
- Regular garbage pickup for small businesses and rentals
- Mobile boat detailing
- Junk removal with your pickup or trailer
- Full-time junk removal and cleanout crew
- Mobile dryer vent cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning for landlords
- Mobile blast cleaning on site
- Home air duct cleaning
- Duct cleaning for offices and buildings
- Evening office cleaning contracts
- Commercial cleaning company with a small crew
- Mobile boat washing and detailing
- Marina and charter boat cleaning contracts
- Mobile central vacuum installer
- Residential home cleaning service
- Office and small business cleaning
Questions
What do I need to start a mobile cleaning business in Canada?
Most start with cleaning equipment, a reliable vehicle, and a way to take bookings. Check whether your city or province requires a business licence, what insurance you need, and whether any products or waste disposal have rules you must follow.
Should I target homeowners or commercial clients?
Homeowners often book smaller, one-off jobs and are easier to reach locally. Commercial clients may offer steadier repeat work but can involve contracts, tenders and insurance requirements. Check what each needs and which suits your schedule and experience.
How do I handle Canadian winters in an outdoor cleaning business?
Think about which services work year-round, such as duct, dryer vent or office cleaning, and which slow down in cold months. Check how freezing temperatures affect your equipment and water supply, and consider adding indoor services to even out income.