Built from the Ground Up, with Purpose,
Pride & Family
What started as an idea on a day trip to Skegness has grown into a trusted, accredited, and values-driven commercial cleaning company.
In early 2020, Kelly began cleaning for a couple of elderly ladies, with the goal of slowly building a small cleaning business. The plan was for Kelly to be the lead cleaner, trainer and face of the team, while James would handle the paperwork and admin in the background.
We both invested all our savings, and decided to give it everything we had.
But just three months in, COVID-19 hit. The country went into lockdown (March 23, 2020), and like many new businesses, we found ourselves in an incredibly difficult position but we refused to give up.
We used that time to train, learn, and lay the foundations for what we wanted this business to become!
By 2021, we officially became a limited company, offering both domestic and commercial cleaning.
We were proud to become a preferred supplier for Sykes Cottages and began working in the holiday let sector.
In 2022, as restrictions lifted and business grew, and James joined Kelly and the cleaning team.
We became a truly hands on family business, supporting each other while expanding our client base. That same year, Sykes entrusted us with additional responsibilities, including property management for several of their holiday homes.
In 2023, our commercial cleaning side really took off. We completed CQC training, became knowledgeable in the National Cleanliness Standards , and built a strong reputation in the dental sector.
In 2024, we made the decision to step away from holiday homes to focus fully on commercial cleaning.
We welcomed an Area Supervisor and a Team Support/Training Cover Supervisor, and expanded operations across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and surrounding areas.
In 2025, we were proud to become BICS accredited, providing our own COSHH paperwork, and using GPS-tracking systems to ensure accurate logging, accountability, and peace of mind for our clients.
We’re trained, knowledgeable, and committed to getting it right, every time!!
Over the years, we’ve been proud to work with an incredible and growing list of clients, including Sykes Cottages, Channel 4 -George Clarkes, Remarkable renovations and GTFC’s McMenemy’s Suite,
all of which reflect the trust
and standards we’ve built our
name on. We also joined The Business Hive in Grimsby which connects us with other organisations, expert support, and opportunities to develop through networking and shared knowledge.
At our core, we’re a true family business, built on integrity and care.
2026 has been a standout year for Simplifying Cleaning.
We’re proud to have been named a Theo Paphitis Small Business Sunday (SBS) winner and runner-up for the Small Business Award at the Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards 2026.
We also celebrated two incredible wins at the Business Hive Great Big Small Awards, taking home the Family Fortunes Award for Best Family Business and the overall Business of the Year Award.
As a family-run business, these achievements mean so much to us. They reflect the hard work of our team, the trust of our clients, and the care we put into running Simplifying Cleaning every day.
We’ve continued to grow, welcoming new local clients and strengthening our presence across Lincolnshire. As we expand, our focus remains the same: reliable, high-quality cleaning with a personal touch and complete accountability.
From training and tailored cleaning plans to regular audits and hands-on support from our directors, everything we do is built around getting it right.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come this year and excited for what’s next.
The journey continues...
'Driven By Standards, Defined By Result's'
James & Kelly
Founders, Simplifying Cleaning Ltd
Simplifying Cleaning Ltd
Company No: 13196672
