Nationwide Cleaners vs NIC Local Franchise

Nationwide Cleaners and NIC Local are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. Nationwide Cleaners has the lower minimum investment at £7,999, compared with £30,000 for NIC Local. NIC Local is the older brand, established in 1969. Nationwide Cleaners operates the larger UK network with 50 outlets versus 40.

FactNationwide CleanersNIC Local
Minimum investment£7,999£30,000
Founded20081969
UK outlets5040
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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Nationwide Cleaners vs NIC Local FAQ

Which is cheaper, Nationwide Cleaners or NIC Local?

Nationwide Cleaners is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £7,999 compared with £30,000 for NIC Local. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, Nationwide Cleaners or NIC Local?

NIC Local is the older brand, established in 1969, while Nationwide Cleaners was founded in 2008.

Which has more UK outlets, Nationwide Cleaners or NIC Local?

Nationwide Cleaners runs the larger UK network with 50 outlets compared with 40 for NIC Local.

Do Nationwide Cleaners and NIC Local both include training?

Nationwide Cleaners and NIC Local both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for Nationwide Cleaners and NIC Local?

Nationwide Cleaners financing: Third Party. NIC Local financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 14 May 2026.