In October 2019, a few other business owners from the cleaning industry and I launched a new support network for domestic cleaners - DCBN. Domestic Cleaning Business Network was born out of the desire to share our knowledge, experience and expertise with others to help them grow. But let me explain what exactly DCBN is why it is so important to have such a network in the cleaning industry.

DCBN is a non profit trade association set up to represent the domestic cleaning industry, raise the profile and industry standards and to celebrate and support those running businesses and working in domestic cleaning throughout the UK.

All the years we’ve spent in the industry showed us that a body like that is clearly needed in our line of work. There’s so much potential we see in so many cleaning start-ups and it’s often overshadowed by lack of direction and knowledge. We want to change that. We want people to respect everyone who works in the cleaning industry and we want the workers to do their job with pride and smile on their face.

At DCBN, we work with an array of specialists in marketing, business development, accounting and other important areas for growth. We run frequent training and networking events where our primary aim is to connect cleaning businesses and stimulate them to work together rather than being sore competitors.

The platform has three types of membership - for self-employed cleaners, for cleaning companies and for affiliate members. Each membership has its own benefits which are specifically designed to answer the needs of everyone who joins the network. Members also have access to private professional forums where they could receive advice and support in real time.

The existence of a professional body like DCBN is beneficial not only for people working in the industry, but for the consumers too. We make sure that the businesses and solo cleaners who register with us are legitimate providers and they have access to specific training session, which impacts the quality of their work. For you as a potential client, hiring someone who is a member of a professional organisation like DCBN, would bring a peace of mind and reassurance that you leave your home in capable and reliable hands.

The first training and networking event DCBN hosts will be on Sunday, 12th January at Oxford. For more details and registration, check Eventbrite.