Our Roots Run Deep
Cardinal Cleaning is honored that you have taken a moment to allow us to share with you the inspiring history behind our company’s founding. It begins in 1980 with Esther E. Perez. Esther was driven by a powerful entrepreneurial spirit that she simply could not ignore. It chipped away at her till she finally took action. Despite the challenges of raising five young children, she took the bold step of leaving her hourly position to establish her own janitorial company in Corpus Christi, Texas.
It was not easy, however by sheer tenacity and perseverance, Esther built the business from the ground up by personally making connections throughout the region. Her industry knowledge built over time, and combined with dedication allowed her to grow a significant clientele and a network of professional contacts. Many of whom became lifelong colleagues. Over the decades, she transformed her vision into a well-known and respected brand that fundamentally changed the trajectory of her family.
In 2005, Esther retired.
She came out of retirement in 2016 when she joined the team of a cleaning company that her youngest daughter Lorraine was operating. It was established in 2011 and served Dallas, the greater Houston area, San Antonio and Corpus Christi communities. Esther’s role was to make connections in the Corpus Christi area educating business owners and managers about cleaning services. She loved being in this role and was a burst of energy to be around. She touched many with her drive, determination, and character. Esther abruptly passed away in 2022, but her memory lives on in her legacy and within the impressions she left.
In keeping with the entrepreneurial vision of her mother Esther, Cardinal Cleaning was founded by Lorraine to honor her legacy. The brand Cardinal Cleaning matches Esther’s vibrant spirit, love for others, passion for life, and joy she had for Cardinal birds. Cardinals are revered because of their bold color, their devotion, strength, and close relationships they form. Which is what Cardinal brings to our work ethic every day.
At Cardinal Cleaning, we carry this heritage forward by providing dedicated service and by fostering close relationships with our employees and clients. We remain committed to bold thinking and community-focused values.
We are proud to carry forward the legacy of service and excellence that Esther began over forty years ago, and we thank you for your continued support as we honor this legacy through service to you.
To my beautiful mother ~ Lorraine Perez