Lucidus Cleaning is a home cleaning service based in Durham Region, run by Tyler McVeigh. But Tyler doesn’t just clean homes—he runs the show behind the scenes. While a team of contracted cleaners handles the actual cleaning, Tyler takes care of everything else: pricing, customer service, advertising, and making sure there’s always someone available when a cleaner is sick or on vacation. The goal? A smooth, stress-free experience for every client.

For Tyler, starting his own business was all about freedom—not necessarily working fewer hours, but having the flexibility to choose when and where to work. That sense of control and independence was the spark that lit the fire.

Starting a business isn’t easy, especially when you’re short on funding and marketing know-how. That’s where BACD came in. With their support, Tyler received a grant to get Lucidus Cleaning off the ground and mentorship that’s helped him navigate the tricky parts of entrepreneurship.

“Honestly, I wouldn’t have been able to start the business without the funding. The mentorship has been a game-changer too.”

Lucidus Cleaning is growing fast. Tyler hires cleaners on a contract basis and serves clients all across Durham Region. He’s constantly building his team and refining his systems to make sure clients always get top-notch service.

Instead of going the big, corporate route, Tyler keeps things personal. He uses platforms like Nextdoor and his own social media accounts to connect with the community in a friendly, authentic way. It’s all about being approachable and local.

Words of Wisdom

“Focus on what you can control right now. Don’t stress about things you can’t change in the moment. And when problems come up, treat them like opportunities. Not enough workers? Use it as a chance to build a system that ensures you’ll never run out again.”

Reach out to Tyler if you would like his services.