Horsell · Woking
Launch a Cleaning Business in Horsell
Licensing, insurance and your first bookings -- covering Horsell and the surrounding Woking area.
See what's inside the Cleaning Business Launch Kit — £22Horsell is as good a place as any in the UK to start a cleaning business -- the trade has few legal barriers to entry. This guide sets out what to sort before your first client visit in Woking.
What the rules say
No general licence is required to run an ordinary domestic cleaning business in the UK -- though specific sub-activities, such as carrying waste away from a client's property, have their own registration requirements. Public liability insurance isn't a legal requirement for a sole trader, but it's near-universal in practice and often expected by clients and letting agents. Employers' liability insurance becomes a legal requirement the moment you take on any non-family staff.
Quick answers
Should I register as a sole trader or a limited company in Horsell?
Most people starting out in Horsell begin as a sole trader -- it's simpler to set up and run. A limited company can make sense later as the business grows; the Cleaning Business Launch Kit covers the trade-offs in detail.
Can I subcontract for an agency instead of finding my own clients in Horsell?
Yes -- many cleaners in Horsell start by subcontracting through an agency or cleaning company before building a direct client base. Either route has different implications for how you're paid and taxed.
What should I bring to a cleaning job in Horsell?
Many cleaners bring their own supplies and equipment as standard, though some clients prefer to provide their own. Confirming this with each client in Horsell before the first visit avoids any confusion.
Do I need a licence to start a cleaning business in Horsell?
No general licence is required for ordinary domestic cleaning in Horsell or anywhere else in the UK. If you plan to carry waste away from a client's property yourself, check whether you need to register as a waste carrier.