Our Story: Proudly Serving the Communities We Call Home

In 1989, Bill and CJ Eastman founded Merry Maids of Orlando with a simple but powerful mission: to bring dependable, high-quality home cleaning services to families just like theirs. As longtime residents of Central Florida, we understood firsthand the importance of trust when inviting someone into your home.

Our story began when CJ, pregnant with our youngest child and caring for my elderly grandmother, struggled to find a reliable cleaning service we could count on. Seeing the need for trustworthy, professional help right here in our own community inspired them to purchase a Merry Maids franchise — and to build a business based on care, reliability, and connection.

Bill now works alongside their two daughters, Sylvia and Grace, to continue serving the families of Orlando, Seminole County, and St. Augustine. Our family’s commitment to providing exceptional cleaning services remains at the heart of everything we do — a legacy of care that keeps our local community’s needs at the forefront.

 

At Merry Maids of Orlando, Seminole County, and St. Augustine, we don’t just clean homes — we’re dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities that have supported us for over 30 years. Bill and his daughters, Sylvia and Grace, are involved in a variety of local organizations and causes, helping to improve the lives of those around them.

Community Involvement: Giving Back to the Communities We Serve

 

 

We are proud to support initiatives such as:

 

Circles: A community-building organization focused on ending poverty by supporting families with resources and connections to break the cycle of poverty.

Healthy Kids Running Series: Encouraging fitness and healthy living among children by supporting and organizing youth running programs.

Trunk or Treat: Hosting fun and safe Halloween events at local daycare centers, providing a family-friendly way for children to enjoy the holiday.

Children’s Home Society of Central Florida: Helping provide a safe and supportive environment for children and families in need.

These organizations and initiatives are just a few examples of how we give back to the community. Whether it’s through volunteering our time, offering our services, or supporting local events, we are committed to improving the lives of our neighbors.

Our involvement in these causes is a reflection of the values that have driven our business from the very beginning: care, compassion, and a deep-rooted desire to make the world a better place, one step at a time.