Stratus Clean Targets Expansion in U.S. Markets
The commercial cleaning franchise is targeting 25 new domestic markets following sustained growth in its regional territories.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Home Cleaning
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Stratus Clean now operates 97 active master franchise regions after being named the fastest-growing franchise for four consecutive years. The company plans to grow its footprint by entering 25 additional U.S. markets.
Why it matters
The company focuses its expansion on secondary and tertiary markets where there is less competition and a tighter-knit business community. This strategy has helped the firm maintain a steady upward trajectory since its founding in 2006.
Stratus Clean has achieved the status of fastest-growing franchise for four consecutive years. The company currently supports 5,000 unit-franchisees across the U.S. and Canada.
The players
Stratus Clean
Headquartered in Los Angeles, this commercial cleaning company has been recognized as a leading franchise brand.
Tywone Redmond
He is a master franchisee who purchased the Milwaukee regional territory in 2023.
Darrel McNeal
He serves as a partner in the Milwaukee master franchise alongside Tywone Redmond.
The details
New master franchisees receive two weeks of training, split between the Los Angeles headquarters and their own region, supplemented by a dedicated mentor. This model proved successful in Milwaukee, where partners Tywone Redmond and Darrel McNeal reached $100,000 in recurring business within two years of opening.
Timeline
2006: Stratus Clean was founded.
August 2023: The Milwaukee region master franchise was purchased.
January 2024: The Milwaukee master franchise officially opened.
January 2026: The Milwaukee territory surpassed $100,000 in recurring business.
2027: Stratus Clean plans to enter the United Kingdom.
Culture Shift
The firm follows a pattern set by the business model established at the company's founding in 2006, which emphasizes consistent, recurring revenue. This approach capitalizes on the trend of service-based franchising models that prioritize localized market dominance.
The expansion creates local entrepreneurship opportunities for those looking to manage regional master franchise territories. Readers interested in business ownership can expect a structured support system including two weeks of training and mentorship.
The takeaway
Success in the commercial cleaning sector often relies on the ability to penetrate secondary markets with localized, supported business models. Entrepreneurs looking to enter this space should prioritize brands that provide ongoing mentorship and tiered peer support systems.
What happens next
The company is scheduled to initiate its international expansion into the United Kingdom in 2027.
Further reading
For more on industry trends, explore our coverage of Home Cleaning.
More information
Prospective owners can review the Stratus Clean franchise opportunity information on the company portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ISSA | The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association.
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