St John's · Greater London
Launch a Cleaning Business in St John's
Licensing, insurance and your first bookings -- covering St John's and the surrounding Greater London area.
Open the Cleaning Business Launch Kit to see everything included — £22If you're weighing up a cleaning business in St John's, you're looking at one of the UK's most accessible trades to get going in. Here's what matters before you start taking bookings around Greater London.
What the rules say
There's no general licence standing between you and starting a domestic cleaning business anywhere in the UK -- although carrying a client's waste away yourself brings its own registration requirement. As a sole trader, public liability insurance stays optional in law but is expected by most clients and letting agents in practice. The one line that does become a legal requirement is employers' liability insurance, and only once you employ anyone outside your family.
Quick answers
What should I bring to a cleaning job in St John's?
Many cleaners bring their own supplies and equipment as standard, though some clients prefer to provide their own. Confirming this with each client in St John's before the first visit avoids any confusion.
Do I need a licence to start a cleaning business in St John's?
No general licence is required for ordinary domestic cleaning in St John's 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.
How do I find my first cleaning clients in St John's?
Most new cleaning businesses in St John's start with word-of-mouth, local Facebook groups, and a Google Business Profile. The Cleaning Business Launch Kit includes a full marketing workbook with practical steps for building a client base from a standing start.
Can I run a cleaning business from home in St John's?
Yes -- most domestic cleaners are sole traders who travel to clients, so you don't need commercial premises in St John's to get started.