Stanley Steemer
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Cleaning services |
| Founded | 1 January 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
| Founder | Jack Bates |
| Headquarters | Dublin, Ohio , United States |
Area served | 49 U.S. states |
Key people | Justin Bates (President) |
| Products | Carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, hardwood floor cleaning, air duct cleaning, water damage restoration, cleaning supplies |
| Website | www |
Stanley Steemer is a U.S.-based firm that provides cleaning services for carpets, tile and grout, upholstery, hardwood floors, and air ducts. Additionally, the company offers water damage restoration and markets cleaning supplies suitable for residential and commercial environments.
With more than 280 locations, including both corporate-owned and franchised outlets, Stanley Steemer serves customers in 49 states.
History
The company originated in 1947 when Jack Bates established the Jack Bates Carpet Cleaning Company in Columbus, Ohio. The business underwent significant development after Jack's son, Wesley, joined in 1970. Together, they engineered a proprietary steam cleaning machine called Stanley Steemer and officially formed Stanley Steemer International, Inc. in 1972.
The brand’s recognizable yellow and black vehicles were inspired by the school colors of one of its franchisees. In 1985, Wesley Bates assumed the roles of president and CEO, later passing the presidency to his son Justin Bates in 2007.
In 2013, Stanley Steemer received the Asthma and Allergy Friendly Certification for its cleaning services. A year later, the company expanded its offerings by introducing an area-rug cleaning service supported by a new facility located in New York.
In February 2023, a security incident impacted nearly 67,000 customers when the Play hacker group claimed responsibility for a data breach involving Stanley Steemer.
Sponsorship
Stanley Steemer is the title sponsor of the "30-lap Stanley Steemer NASCAR Late Model" race held at Rockford Speedway in Rockford, Illinois.