How Do I Start a Cleaning Company in South Africa?
What is a cleaning company?
Cleaning Company refers to a company that provides large-scale cleaning services in a variety of premises such as offices, hospitals, schools, and retail stores, among others. This company offers not just labour but also materials and equipment.
What are the types of cleaning services provided by a cleaning company?
1. Residential cleaning services
2. Commercial cleaning services
3. Janitorial cleaning services
4. Laundry and dry cleaning services
5. Sanitization and Disinfection
6. Green Cleaning Services
7. Pressure Washing Services
Is it worthwhile to start a cleaning company in South Africa?
The answer is yes. Starting a cleaning business is inexpensive, and due to lengthy working hours, most people prefer to outsource their house cleaning to reputable cleaning service companies.
Is a cleaning business profitable in South Africa?
A cleaning business is a lucrative business as there is always a demand for cleaning services in South Africa.
How do I start a cleaning company in South Africa?
1. Conduct a research on the kind of cleaning company you want to start
2. Choose your company choice and name
3. Create a business plan
4. Register the company with the CIPC
5. Acquire a National Contract Cleaners Association (NCCA) certificate.
What are the documents required for registration of a cleaning company?
1. CIPC company registration document
2. B-BBE Affidavit or BEE Certificate
3. Tax clearance certificate
4. Company tax verification document
How much does it cost to start a cleaning company?
It usually cost R30,000 to launch a residential cleaning company and about R300,000 for a commercial cleaning company.
What are the documents required for NCCA Registration?
1. Cleaning Company Registration Documents (CK1 or 14.3)
2. ID document/s or passport/s (only for non-South Africans)
3. Letter of Good Standing from COID
4. Provident Fund Registration Document (NBC Fund)
5. Public Liability Cover for R1 million or more
6. Tax Clearance Certificate
7. UIF Registration Documents