Cleaning Services Insurance

Coverage recommendations, carrier options, and cost estimates for insuring cleaning services businesses. Built for independent agents quoting this class.

NAICS: 561720·Also known as: janitorial services, commercial cleaning, maid service

Recommended Coverages

BOP

essential

Bundles general liability, commercial property, and business income/extra expense into one policy. For Cleaning Services businesses, key exposures include high slip-and-fall exposure. Common claims include client property damage (broken item, chemical stain).

Typical Limits

$1M GL per occurrence / $2M aggregate; Property limits vary by business personal property and building values

Premium Range

$500 - $3,500/year for low-risk small businesses; $3,000 - $10,000+ for higher-revenue or higher-risk classes

GL

essential

Third-party bodily injury, property damage, personal and advertising injury arising from business operations. For Cleaning Services businesses, key exposures include high slip-and-fall exposure. Common claims include client property damage (broken item, chemical stain). Agent note: Commercial clients often require $1M/$2M GL limits and additional insured status

Typical Limits

$1M per occurrence / $2M aggregate

Premium Range

$400 - $3,000/year for small businesses; $3,000 - $15,000+ for contractors and higher-risk classes

Workers Comp

recommended

Medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and death benefits for employees injured on the job. For Cleaning Services businesses, key exposures include employee injury from chemicals. Common claims include employee slip-and-fall. Agent note: Workers comp classification varies significantly between residential and commercial janitorial

Typical Limits

Statutory limits per state law; Employers Liability typically $500K/$500K/$500K

Premium Range

Based on payroll × class code rate × experience mod. Ranges from $0.50 to $30+ per $100 of payroll depending on classification

Commercial Auto

recommended

Liability, physical damage, medical payments, and uninsured motorist coverage for vehicles used in business operations.

Typical Limits

$1M combined single limit is standard; $500K minimum for most commercial operations

Premium Range

$1,200 - $5,000/year per vehicle for light commercial; $5,000 - $15,000+ per vehicle for heavy trucks

Janitorial Bond

situational

Janitorial Bond provides specialized coverage tailored to the risks Cleaning Services businesses face.

Typical Limits

Varies by carrier and state

Premium Range

Varies by business size and risk profile

Risk Profile

Physical Risk

moderate

Liability Risk

moderate

Professional Risk

low

Property Risk

moderate

Top Risks

  • High slip-and-fall exposure
  • Client property damage risk
  • Employee injury from chemicals
  • Theft from client premises
  • After-hours access to client facilities

Carriers That Write Cleaning Services

One of the largest small commercial writers in the U.S. with broad class appetite. Competitive BOP pricing and a streamlined agent portal with fast online quoting.

BOPGLWC

Broad appetite across most commercial classes with competitive package pricing. Strong multi-line capabilities — agents can bundle GL, property, auto, and umbrella under one carrier.

BOPGLWCCommercial Auto

Known for competitive commercial auto rates and fast online quoting. Strong appetite for businesses with vehicle fleets and a growing BOP book.

BOPGLCommercial AutoWC

Berkshire Hathaway-backed (AM Best A++) with competitive pricing for standard small business classes. Fully online quoting and binding process.

BOPGLWCCommercial Auto

Cost Estimate

$5,000 - $25,000+ for businesses with $200K - $2M revenue

Key Pricing Factors

  • Annual revenue ($200K - $2M is typical for this class)
  • Employee count (5-40 is typical)
  • Number of employees
  • Residential vs commercial clients
  • Types of chemicals used
  • Employee background check practices

See the Per-Coverage Cost Breakdown

For median GL, BOP, WC, and auto premiums sourced from Insureon, plus a worked quote example and the underwriting questions to expect, see our cleaning services insurance cost page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cleaning Services insurance cost?
Insurance costs for Cleaning Services businesses vary based on revenue ($200K - $2M), employee count (5-40), location, claims history, and coverage types needed. Key coverages include BOP, GL, Workers Comp. Get quotes from multiple carriers to find competitive pricing — premiums can vary 20-40% between carriers for the same account.
What insurance does a Cleaning Services business need?
Most Cleaning Services businesses need BOP, GL, Workers Comp at minimum. Janitorial bonds are often required by commercial clients to protect against employee theft The right coverage package depends on your revenue, employee count, and specific risk exposures.
What are the biggest insurance risks for Cleaning Services businesses?
The primary risks for Cleaning Services businesses include: High slip-and-fall exposure; Client property damage risk; Employee injury from chemicals; Theft from client premises. Common claims include Client property damage (broken item, chemical stain), Employee slip-and-fall, Theft accusation from client. Understanding these risks helps agents recommend appropriate coverage limits and endorsements.
What do carriers look at when underwriting Cleaning Services businesses?
Key underwriting factors for Cleaning Services include: Annual revenue, Number of employees, Residential vs commercial clients, Types of chemicals used, Employee background check practices. Carriers use these factors to determine pricing and eligibility. Businesses with clean loss history and strong risk management practices typically qualify for better rates.
What should agents know when quoting Cleaning Services insurance?
Janitorial bonds are often required by commercial clients to protect against employee theft. Residential cleaning has higher theft exposure per client visit. Workers comp classification varies significantly between residential and commercial janitorial. Using a comparative rater to quote multiple carriers simultaneously helps agents find the best combination of coverage and pricing for each Cleaning Services account.

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