Building a network of cleaning businesses under one brand is an appealing way to grow. Each territory is run by its own owner, while you provide the brand, the systems and the support. But one question always comes up: how does it actually work in practice? How do you link independent businesses to one central hub, onboard new territories quickly and see how each is performing without chasing spreadsheets?
This guide explains, step by step, how The One, ProCleanerUK’s platform, powers a cleaning network.
1. Master code onboarding
When you create your master account, the system generates a unique franchisor code for your brand. This code links every new business in your network back to you.
- Copy the link: your dashboard includes a secure onboarding link containing your code.
- Send it: email or message the link to a new network member.
- They sign up: the system detects your code, creates their account and links it to your master dashboard automatically.
There is no technical setup on your side. Depending on your plan, new members can be activated straight away so they can start trading immediately.
2. The command centre
Once members are live, your master dashboard pulls key figures from every linked business in real time:
- Network capacity: how many territory slots you have used.
- Revenue: the last 90 days of revenue from paid invoices for each territory.
- Operations: jobs completed and jobs open for each business, so you can see who is struggling to keep up.
- Subscription status: who is active and paid and who is on trial or pending.
No more asking members to email reports.
3. A business in a box
A network owner provides more than a logo. Each member gets the same tools:
- The website chatbot: for bookings and questions on their local website.
- The staff app: GPS and NFC clock-in, job details, checklists and before and after photos.
- The customer portal: where their customers see visits, pay invoices and manage bookings.
- Everything else in The One: scheduling, quotes, invoicing, payroll, marketing and quality tools.
You provide the systems; they provide the local service.
4. Tiered capacity
Network plans are tiered by the number of territories, so you only pay for the size of network you have. As you approach your limit, the dashboard warns you, and you can move up a tier when you are ready to add more members.
5. Pricing for members
Individual franchisees can use the Franchisee License at £49 a month for up to 5 staff, with every feature included. That keeps costs manageable for new territories.
What this means for network owners
- New territories onboarded in minutes, not weeks.
- Live visibility of revenue and operations across the network.
- Consistent tools and standards in every territory.
- No custom software to build or maintain.
What this means for members
- A complete system from day one.
- No technical setup.
- Tools to win, deliver and get paid for work.
- Support from the network owner.
Running a healthy network
Software makes a network possible, but people make it work. Review each territory’s figures regularly, spot those struggling early and offer support. Share best practice across the network, such as checklists, pricing and marketing that works. Our guide to becoming a cleaning network owner covers the bigger picture, and our article on integrations and scaling explains how The One grows with you.
Common mistakes
- Onboarding members without a proper introduction to the tools.
- Not reviewing territory figures regularly.
- Letting standards vary between territories.
- Growing the network faster than you can support it.
See how it works
book a free demo and we will walk you through the network dashboard and onboarding, or start your 28-day free trial to explore the platform your members would use. For pricing, see our guide to why every plan includes every feature.
FAQs
How are new businesses added to my network?
By sending them your onboarding link containing your franchisor code. Their account is linked to your dashboard automatically.
What can I see on the master dashboard?
Network capacity, 90-day revenue, jobs completed and open and subscription status for each member.
Do members get the full platform?
Yes. Each member gets the staff app, customer portal, chatbot and the rest of The One.
How is the network priced?
Network plans are tiered by the number of territories. Franchisees can use the Franchisee License at £49 a month for up to 5 staff.
Is technical setup needed?
No. Onboarding is handled through the link and code.