Overview

The 53,000 janitorial service providers in the US clean building interiors, windows, and the interiors of transportation equipment, such as aircrafts. Specialized services include disaster recovery, medical cleaning, and mold clean up. Some companies provide outdoor services, such as snow removal and lawn maintenance. Non-residential customers, such as those in institutional, office, and commercial buildings, account for just over 75% of industry revenue.

Immigration Laws

Most janitorial jobs do not require workers with English-speaking skills, and tend to attract both legal and illegal immigrants.

Green Cleaning

Growing concern with the environment and sustainability issues has led to increased demand for the use of eco-friendly cleaning products and methods.