News
It’s not always obvious that a news item is relevant to the residential cleaning industry. CBT endeavors to help connect the dots between a variety of ideas and activities that can affect the success of your cleaning business.
What ISSA’s Advocacy Fund Accomplished for the Cleaning Industry in 2025–2026
ISSA’s 2025-2026 Advocacy Impact Report documents real wins for cleaning businesses — apprenticeships, product policy, and a Senate bill. Here’s the breakdown.
Nominations Open Now for the 2026 ISSA Residential Professional Image Awards
Take the time to recognize your team members that make all the difference at your business!
Recognizing Excellence and Service: The Cleaning for a Reason Debbie Sardone Scholarship
Nonprofit marks milestone 20-year anniversary with newly created scholarship.
Setting the Benchmark for Cleaning Service Excellence: MaidCentral Sweeps 2026 Awards from Software Advice
MaidCentral has been officially recognized as an industry leader for 2026, earning prestigious accolades from Software Advice, one of the most trusted names in software consultation and reviews.
Maid Brigade Names Danessa Itaya as Brand President
A veteran franchise executive, Itaya brings more than 25 years of experience in multi-brand operations, franchise development, and system growth.
Maid Brigade Named to Entrepreneur’s 2025 List of Top Franchises for Under $150K
Maid Brigade, a premier residential and commercial cleaning franchise, has been named one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Franchises for Less Than $150,000 for 2025.
MaidCentral Partners with Maid Brigade to Empower Franchise-Wide Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction for the House Cleaning Industry
MaidCentral, a premier business management solution for the house cleaning industry, has partnered with Maid Brigade.
FTC Announces Rule Aimed At Banning Non-compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements have long been a staple in the cleaning industry. Preventing employees from exiting to establish competing businesses or to join rival companies helps to secure both clientele and trade secrets. On Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, the Federal Trade […]
New Rule for Independent Contractors to Start Next Week
The new independent contractor rule means it’s time for a thorough evaluation of your current contractors to ensure compliance with the upcoming changes.
4M Building Solutions Wins 2020 Cleaning for Health Award with Strong Practices
4M Building Solutions Wins 2020 Cleaning for Health Award with Strong Practices
















