Startup cost estimator.
Pick what you need to start cleaning shoes and see what it costs, then how many cleans it takes to earn it back. Not sure what to charge? Work it out with the price calculator, or take the free shoe cleaning business course.
Startup cost
$148
Common questions.
How much does it cost to start a shoe cleaning business?
A basic kit of brushes, cleaning solution, microfibre cloths, shoe trees, a suede eraser and a drying rack costs about $150. A UV kit, a washing machine, branded bags and a ring light can bring it to around $700.
How fast can a shoe cleaning business pay for itself?
At $45 a clean with $5 in supplies, you keep $40 per clean. A $148 starter kit pays for itself after 4 cleans.
Can I start a shoe cleaning business from home?
Yes. Many shops start at home with a starter kit and add a storefront later. Check your local business licence and home business rules first.
Is this startup cost estimator free?
Yes. No signup needed.
Starting out?
Track every shoe from day one.
CleaningPOS tags every shoe with a QR code, keeps intake photos and due dates, and emails customers when their shoes are ready. $79 USD/month per shop. No cut of your sales.