Workers' Comp Insurance for Cleaning / Janitorial Businesses in Hawaii

Commercial janitorial services (NCCI 9014) and residential house cleaning (9170) face moderate rates driven primarily by lifting injuries, slip-and-falls, and chemical exposure. Window cleaning above ground level has its own (higher) code in Hawaii. The Hawaii workers' compensation market is governed by HEICA, and the average rate statewide is approximately $1.69 per $100 of payroll.

Hawaii requirements for cleaning / janitorial businesses

When required: Required for any employer with at least one employee, full or part-time.

Sole proprietors: Sole proprietors are exempt unless they elect.

Owner / officer exclusion: Officers may exclude themselves.

Cleaning / Janitorial class codes used in Hawaii

Why cleaning / janitorial workers' comp is tricky in Hawaii

Cleaning services that include window washing above ground level, biohazard cleanup, or carpet/floor restoration all have separate higher-rated codes that should be properly split.

Tips for Hawaii cleaning businesses

• ✓ Stay under 1 story for window cleaning to keep base rate
• ✓ Document MSDS and chemical training
• ✓ Split residential (9170) and commercial (9014) revenue if applicable

Cleaning / Janitorial workers' comp in other states

Rates and requirements for cleaning businesses vary widely by state. Compare Hawaii to other major markets:

Other industries in Hawaii

Hawaii workers' comp rates and requirements for other common industries: