At Merry Maids, we believe your time is valuable and your home deserves the highest quality care. With decades of experience, our mission is simple: help you reclaim your free time and enjoy a clean, safe, and healthy home environment.
We operate through a network of locally owned and operated franchise offices across Canada, bringing a neighbourhood touch backed by a proven system of cleaning excellence.
Our foundation is built on trust, professionalism, and peace of mind. Our teams are insured and bonded, use colour‑coded microfibre cloths and commercial‑grade vacuums, and apply environmentally certified, bleach‑free cleaning products that are safe for you, your family, and your pets.
Our Story & Evolution
How It All Began
Merry Maids was founded in 1979 in Omaha, Nebraska, by entrepreneur Dallen Peterson. Dallen and his family began cleaning client homes personally so they could refine a system that delivers consistently excellent service.
Growth and Franchise Expansion
In 1988, Merry Maids was acquired by ServiceMaster Brands, integrating into a family of house cleaning service companies and leveraging national resources while maintaining local franchise ownership.
Over the years, the brand has expanded across North America and become one of the most recognized names in residential house cleaning services.
Today
With hundreds of franchise locations across the North America, Merry Maids delivers professional cleaning solutions that span weekly visits, one‑time deep cleans, move‑in/move‑out services, and specialty packages. Our growth has never overshadowed our commitment to make your home a place where you can relax, free from the burden of cleaning.
What We Do
We cover every aspect of residential cleaning, customized to your home and lifestyle:
- Routine scheduled cleaning (weekly, biweekly, monthly)
- One‑time deep cleaning for special occasions, moves, or refreshes
- Specialty services, including appliance interior cleaning, cabinet cleaning, wall washing, window cleaning, and enhanced disinfection packages
From kitchens to living rooms and bathrooms to bedrooms, we identify and clean the hidden corners—dust, germs, buildup—so your home feels spotless and healthy.
Why Choose Merry Maids?
- Experience & Reliability: Over 45 years of cleaning expertise across Canada.
- Locally Owned & Professionally Supported: Franchise offices in local communities allow personal service with national brand standards.
- Trained, Screened, Bonded, & Insured: We hold ourselves to rigorous standards of professionalism and security.
- Safe & Green Cleaning: We emphasize the use of safe, eco‑friendly products and guarantee quality through our "worry-free guarantee".
- Mission‑Driven: We enable homeowners and families to spend time on what matters most—rather than on cleaning.
Our Promise
When you choose Merry Maids, you’re choosing a trusted brand, a dedicated team, and a clean home environment that supports the moments that matter.
We commit to delivering:
- A fully equipped, trained cleaning team that arrives on time
- A flexible schedule and customized service to fit your needs
- A satisfaction guarantee: if the job isn’t done right, we’ll make it right
