What Ceiling Pro International does

Ceiling Pro International is a privately held specialty cleaning services company founded in 1989 and headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota. The company delivers ceiling cleaning and specialty surface restoration services to commercial, industrial, and residential customers through two operating channels: a company-owned Local Division serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area with direct service delivery, and a National & International Division supporting a global network of authorized Service Providers who operate under the Ceiling Pro brand using the company's proprietary system. The core technology is a set of 21 custom-formulated cleaning solutions that are mixed on-site based on specific soil types and surface materials, allowing the system to safely restore a wide range of surfaces including acoustic tiles, metal, drywall, fiberglass, FRP, stainless steel, ceramic tile, brick, stucco, wood, PVC, stone, and concrete. The solutions are non-toxic and biodegradable, and the service model is designed to be non-disruptive to ongoing business operations.

The company operates a hybrid revenue model combining direct professional services revenue from the Local Division with licensing/franchise-style revenue from the Service Provider network. Service Providers pay for access to the proprietary system, 21 cleaning solutions, training, and ongoing technical and operational support, and they operate independently using the Ceiling Pro brand and methodology. The company does not publicly disclose pricing; end-customer engagements are quote-based, and Service Providers are reported to achieve 50–70% profit margins. Customer segments are primarily high-traffic commercial facilities (quick-service restaurants, retail, hotels, office buildings) and industrial facilities (manufacturing plants, warehouses), with the customer logo list spanning QSR brands (Burger King, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Starbucks, Taco Bell, Chick-fil-A, Pizza Hut), retail (Costco, IKEA, Whole Foods, The Home Depot), hospitality (Hilton, Holiday Inn), automotive (Toyota, Nissan, Porsche), financial services (CitiBank, Wells Fargo, HSBC, BBVA), food service (Sodexo), aviation (British Airways), and manufacturing (Cummins, John Deere). Ownership is private with no disclosed parent, investors, or leadership team details.

Name

Ceiling Pro International

Legal name

Ceiling Pro International

Website

https://ceilingprointernational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ceiling Pro International, founded 1989 in Minnetonka, Minnesota, provides ceiling cleaning and specialty surface restoration services to commercial, industrial, and residential customers through a company-owned Local Division and a global network of authorized Service Providers using 21 proprietary on-site-mixed cleaning solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Cleaning Services

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (5612)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Ceiling Drywall & Plaster Repair (Sagging, Water Damage) (HSAGACAG)

Keywords

• Ceiling cleaning services
• Surface restoration services
• Commercial facility cleaning
• Specialty cleaning solutions
• Service provider licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Minnetonka

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Ceiling Cleaning and Restoration Services: Direct revenue from providing ceiling cleaning and specialty surface restoration services to commercial, industrial, and residential customers. Services are delivered by company-owned Local Division and authorized Service Providers.
2. Service Provider Licensing/Franchise: Revenue from recruiting and supporting authorized Service Providers who pay for access to the proprietary system, 21 cleaning solutions, training, and ongoing support. Service Providers operate independently using the Ceiling Pro brand and system.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Ceiling Pro International provides professional ceiling and wall cleaning and specialty surface restoration services to commercial, industrial, and residential facilities, using 21 proprietary cleaning solutions that are custom-mixed on-site for specific soil types and surfaces. Service delivery is operated through a company-owned Local Division serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and through a global network of authorized Service Providers trained and licensed to use the Ceiling Pro system.

Product overview

Ceiling Pro International operates as a ceiling cleaning and specialty surface restoration company offering franchise-style Service Provider partnerships. The core offering consists of ceiling and wall cleaning services enhanced by 21 proprietary cleaning solutions that are custom-mixed on-site. The company operates through two divisions: a Local Division serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, and a National & International Division supporting Service Providers globally. Additional offerings include specialty surface restoration (fiberglass, stainless steel, ceramic tile, brick, stucco, wood, PVC, stone, concrete), fire restoration, kitchen equipment cleaning, and exterior surface cleaning services. The Service Provider program provides training, technical support, and business development tools to partners seeking to enter the high-margin, low-competition ceiling cleaning niche market.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ceiling and Wall Cleaning Services Primary professional service that cleans ceilings and walls in commercial, industrial, and residential facilities, removing dirt, stains, smoke residue, grease, water stains, and buildup using 21 proprietary cleaning solutions custom-mixed on-site for specific soil types and surfaces.
• Specialty Surface Restoration Services Restoration service for a wide variety of surfaces including acoustic tiles, metal, drywall, fiberglass, FRP, ceramic tile, stainless steel, brick, stucco, stone, wood, PVC, corrugated metal, painted concrete, and exterior surfaces, using proprietary chemistry to lift soiling without damaging materials.
• Fire and Smoke Restoration Services Specialized cleaning and restoration service for removal of soot and smoke stains from ceilings and surfaces following fire damage, delivered using the proprietary non-toxic cleaning solution system.
• Kitchen Equipment Cleaning Services Detailed cleaning service for commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, deep fryers, proof boxes, pizza ovens, mixers, and grills, targeted at QSR and food service operators.
• Exterior Surface Cleaning Services Cleaning and restoration service for exterior surfaces including awnings, canopies, billboards, and signs, extending the proprietary solution system beyond interior ceilings and walls.
• Authorized Service Provider Partnership Program Franchise-style business opportunity enabling entrepreneurs and business owners to become authorized Ceiling Pro service providers, with access to the proprietary 21-solution system, training, ongoing technical support, operational support, and the Ceiling Pro brand for delivering ceiling cleaning and specialty surface restoration services in their territories; cited profit margins of 50-70% with little to no direct competition.

Quantifiable outcome

• Profit margins ranging from 50% to 70% for Service Providers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers27 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Authorized Service ProviderscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCeiling Pro recruits and authorizes independent Service Providers worldwide who pay for access to the proprietary ceiling cleaning system, 21 cleaning solutions, training, and ongoing technical and operational support. Service Providers operate their own businesses using the Ceiling Pro brand and methodology, delivering ceiling cleaning and restoration services to end customers in their territories.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Coverall Cleaning Concepts: Commercial cleaning franchise network providing janitorial services to businesses through independently owned franchisees. Comparable to Ceiling Pro on franchise distribution, commercial end-customer focus, and proprietary cleaning systems.
• Anago Cleaning Systems: Commercial cleaning franchise company specializing in janitorial services for offices, medical facilities, and retail via independently owned operators. Directly comparable franchise architecture and commercial B2B customer base.
• Vanguard Cleaning Systems: Commercial cleaning franchise organization selling regional master franchise rights for janitorial services. Comparable on franchise-led B2B commercial cleaning distribution and recurring service revenue model.
• Jani-King: One of the largest commercial cleaning franchise systems globally, selling janitorial service franchises to entrepreneurs using a proprietary system. Closely comparable to Ceiling Pro's franchise-style Service Provider distribution model and B2B commercial cleaning positioning.
• Chem-Dry: Franchise-based carpet and upholstery cleaning company using proprietary solutions and processes. Comparable franchise architecture and proprietary chemistry moat, though narrower on surface type than Ceiling Pro.
• PuroClean: Franchise-based property damage restoration company offering water, fire, smoke, and mold restoration services. Comparable to Ceiling Pro on franchise model, fire/smoke restoration service line, and recurring commercial demand.

Broad incumbents

• Stanley Steemer: National carpet, upholstery, and tile/grout cleaning franchise with proprietary cleaning methods. Comparable on proprietary specialty cleaning technology and franchise/service-provider distribution, though focused on floor surfaces rather than ceilings.
• ServiceMaster Clean: Long-established commercial and residential cleaning franchise brand under the ServiceMaster umbrella, alongside ServiceMaster Restore (restoration). Comparable as a broader incumbent with overlapping commercial cleaning and specialty restoration offerings.
• Molly Maid: Established residential cleaning franchise brand under Neighborly's portfolio of home services. Comparable franchise-led cleaning services business model, though focused on residential rather than Ceiling Pro's commercial core.
• SERVPRO: Large national franchise network for fire, water, and disaster restoration and cleaning services. Comparable franchise-led model and significant overlap with Ceiling Pro's fire restoration service line.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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