Your Rates. Your Clients. Your Business Operating System
The SaaS business operating system built for UK cleaning professionals. Start solo with 0% launch fees (then flat 10%), scale to an agency, get instant 24h Stripe payouts, and own your client relationships.

1-2-3 Month 0% Commission Launch Program
Keep 100% of your earnings during your launch promotional runway. Afterward, enjoy our transparent flat 10% software fee (vs 20%–50% agency cuts).
1 Month 0% Fee
Organic Signups
Sign up and complete your profile verification organically to unlock 30 days of 0% platform commission.
- Keep 100% of booking earnings
- Keep 100% of client tips
- Instant 24h Stripe payouts
2 Months 0% Fee
Cleaner Referrals
Refer a fellow independent cleaner or sign up with an active cleaner's referral link for 60 days of 0% commission.
- 60 days zero platform cut
- Earn rewards on referred bookings
- Priority customer support
3 Months 0% Fee
Launch Invitations
Join through our direct outreach team, city launch invitations, or partner code for 90 days of 0% commission.
- 90 days zero platform fees
- Featured placement in search results
- Dedicated account onboarding
Calculate Your Cleaning Income
Agora operates on a transparent flat 10% platform fee (and 0% launch promos), compared to traditional agencies taking 20%–50% of your hard work.
Under 0% Launch Promo: £2,165/mo (100% kept)
You save approx £1,949 in commissions during your 0% launch period vs a 30% agency cut!
Earnings & Marketplace Disclosure (ASA CAP Code Compliance): All calculated earnings represent gross client booking revenue before individual income tax, National Insurance contributions, and independent business operating expenses (including local travel, cleaning equipment, and professional supplies). Cleaners on Agora operate with complete rate and schedule autonomy as independent business owners. Comparisons reflect standard UK cleaning agency commission cuts of 20%–50% against Agora's transparent flat 10% software platform fee (and 0% launch promotional fee programs).
Agora vs Traditional Agencies
See how Agora's transparent 10% SaaS model empowers independent cleaners to retain significantly more earnings compared to typical 20%–50% legacy agency commission structures.*
| Feature | Agora10% Flat Fee | Traditional Agencies |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Fee / Commission | Flat 10% (0% launch promo for 1–3 months) | 20% – 50% taken indefinitely |
| Client Ownership & In-App Chat | 100% direct client ownership & in-app chat | Agency owns client; direct contact prohibited |
| Public Liability Insurance | Upload verified certificate or get partner cover | Hidden insurance markup or no verified badges |
| Payment Schedule & Escrow | Instant 24h Stripe Payouts with escrow protection | Bi-weekly or monthly paper cheques; unpaid invoice risks |
| Pricing & Hourly Rates | You set your own rates (£15–£35+/hr) | Fixed minimum wage rates set by agency |
| Schedule & Location Control | 100% autonomy over radius & calendar | Mandatory assigned jobs with penalties |
*Comparison based on standard UK cleaning agency commission rates (typically 20%–50% deducted from gross customer fees) versus Agora's flat 10% software utility platform fee. Independent cleaners operate as autonomous contractors setting their own rates.
Verified Insurance Badge & Partner Cover
Earn trust instantly. Cleaners who upload an active Public Liability Insurance certificate receive a prominent Verified Insurance Badge on their profile, winning up to 40% more residential and commercial clients.
Get Verified on Agora
Upload your policy certificate in your dashboard after profile setup.
Your Rates. Your Clients. Your Business Operating System.
Agora is built to empower independent cleaners. Start solo, scale to an agency, and operate with complete autonomy.
Flat 10% Software Fee
Keep 90%–100% of your earnings. Enjoy 0% launch promos for 1–3 months, then a flat transparent 10% software fee with no hidden deductions (vs 20%–50% agency cuts).
Direct Client Ownership & Chat
Zero agency middlemen. Own your client relationships directly with in-app real-time messaging, photo updates, and zero lock-in contracts.
Flexible Schedule & Autonomy
Set your own hourly rates (£18–£35+/hr), operating hours, and custom travel radius with full calendar independence.
Solo to Agency Scaling Tools
Grow from an independent solo cleaner to a multi-cleaner agency with team management, automated dispatch, and consolidated VAT invoicing.
Our Transparent 100-Point Search Ranking Engine
No pay-to-win sponsorships or opaque algorithms. Agora ranks cleaners based on an open 100-point merit system where professionalism, reliability, and client delight drive top visibility.
Composite Performance Score
Customer ratings (5-star reviews), completion rate, and reliable punctuality across completed cleans.
Professional Cleaner Kit
Equipped with essential cleaning supplies, vacuum, microfiber cloths, and specialized equipment.
Cleaner Tier Badge
Proven track record badge: Elite (10 pts), Pro (7 pts), or Rising Talent (4 pts).
Verified Identity Check
Government-issued photo ID verification and biometric Right-to-Work validation.
Custom Cleaning SOP Checklist
Room-by-room standardized cleaning checklist tailored to domestic & turnover standards.
Portfolio Photos
High-resolution before/after transformations demonstrating quality craftsmanship.
Comprehensive Bio
Personal introduction (> 30 characters) highlighting specialties and house cleaning experience.
Instant Booking Acceptance
Fast automatic confirmation enabled for client schedule requests within your availability.
Registered Business Verification
Companies House registration or verified sole trader status for added trust.
Key Lockbox Certification
Certified completion of secure key access and timed lockbox protocol training.
Go Live Immediately — Build Your Credibility at Your Own Pace
Unlike traditional platforms with weeks of bureaucratic friction, Agora embraces a relaxed activation policy. As soon as your identity is verified and your service area is selected, your profile is live and eligible to receive customer leads. Additional items like Public Liability Insurance certificates and Stripe Connect payout linking are non-blocking enhancements that boost your search ranking score and earn trust badges — never roadblocks that delay your business launch.
Empowering Cleaner Autonomy with Smart Well-Being Guardrails
Agora provides complete SaaS business autonomy: you set your own rates, travel radius, and working schedule with zero penalty for declining or rescheduling bookings. To support healthy working standards, our platform software incorporates intelligent well-being safety presets that help providers prevent scheduling fatigue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about growing your cleaning business with Agora as an independent professional.
Ready to Start Earning on Your Terms?
Join top-rated independent cleaners across the UK who are taking control of their schedule and growing their client base. Application takes less than 5 minutes.