House cleaning service (sometimes called maid service) varies in cost according to frequency of service, condition and size of home. Prices are generally based either on the number of rooms, the square footage or by the hour.
Typical costs:
One-time cleaning of a 900-square foot two-bedroom apartment with five rooms, costs $74-$200. A 1,300 square-foot single-story home with seven rooms runs $95-$300. A 2,200 two-story three-bedroom home with nine rooms averages $149-$400.
Biweekly cleaning of the same five-room apartment costs $59-$124, the seven-room single-story home runs $79-$150, and the larger nine-room two-story home costs $104-$180.
More Hands.com in Texas offers a website calculator to help determine cleaning costs according to the number and type of rooms.
What should be included:
A typical regular cleaning includes vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing sinks, floors, countertops and range hoods. Some services include loading the dishwasher and changing bed linen. Generally, a cleaning service will bring all the cleaning products and tools.
MaidPro in Boston, Massachusetts bundles cleaning into 3, 5 and 7-hour packages varying from $129 to $266 for a one-time service. Biweekly jobs take 2-3 hours per visit and run $50-$70. Rates vary greatly across the country, according to a MaidPro sales representative. In Boston there are many more apartments and smaller homes than in Texas where the average home is 3,000 square feet.
Additional costs:
Major tasks like window and wall cleaning are generally not included.
Oven or refrigerator cleaning runs around $25. Dusting mini blinds averages $20.
Discounts:
Signing up for more frequent service often means a discounted rate. Biweekly cleaning versus one-time means a savings of $50-$200, depending on the size of the home.
Shopping for house cleaning:
When choosing to hire an individual through a classified ad or personal referral, The US Department of Labor outlines the regulations. Although house cleaners who work as independent contractors are generally not considered employees, the IRS provides tax information.
Tip: Before hiring a cleaning service, ask the company for references and make any special cleaning requests upfront so workers will be prepared
The best cleaning I have ever had. This lady goes above and beyond what is expected. Not only were my doors and baseboards cleaned, but my house never smelled fresher. I have recommended her to my friends and they were also very pleased. She does commercial and residential
I have to say I am beyond excited to finally get the right people in my home. I have gone through 5 cleaning services within the past 2 years. It's been pretty frustrating for me. It was a mother and daughter team that came over to clean. They were polite and professional. I have 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths. They were here for about 4.5 hours. They did a very good job. They do charge more for appliances and blinds.
The staff was awesome my home felt magnificent. Natural products was used. I love it thank you Rafyah Lumb the owner of NaturallyNeat.I would give a huge thank and recommended.
My company uses this cleaning service for their office and I asked one of the cleaners if they do houses and was very impressed when they cleaned our home. These ladies didn't waste time and were in and out in time for me to prepare for my dinner party the same day. I now use them two times a month and absolutely love them
These people are not like other cleaning services. First, MUCH cheaper than the others I called. Second, SO down to earth and friendly! Third, Professional and Thorough!! I had another service clean for me last year and those ppl were rude and left dirt behind and made me feel like I got robbed after I paid the bill... NOT THE CASE with R&D. They did a wonderful job, they were so nice and when it was time to do their job, they exceeded my expectations, seriously.
We have used different services before we settled for a small family owned service because of the attention to detail, reliability and personal touches to the house on each visit. The lady who cleans our home is thorough, careful and the best we have had. She brings her own supplies also. The rates in our area could go from $25 to $40 an hour and usually do not include laundry, windows, fridge or blinds. Those are usually extras and we are glad to pay for them as needed. You may find lower rates from other services, but buyer beware! They are subcontractors that bring in illegals and if something breaks or disappears you never see them again.
They are really good and thorough! They show up on time with a smile and so polite. I have them come bi-weekly and they know what to do everytime. They also do pretty designs with my toliet paper, sounds silly but it just the little things that stand out.
Husband & wife team. 22 yrs. experience. Cleaned whole house perfectly.(I rent it out) and even refurbished old worn out wood floors in livingroom, hall like it was refinished. Oven & fridge were like showroom new! Excellent service and I use them every time I have a move-out. 5 star rating for them! Their # is: 812-604-4375.
These girls are fantastic. Hardworking honest and trustworty. They are 2 sisters who are just pleasant fun and respetful and hardworking. Girls Against Grime rn908 568 3700 or 908 361. 9999
Outstanding service. Gal didn\\\\\\\'t miss a beat. Definatetly will refer friends & family.
Amount: $600.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Eloise_P in Fallbrook, CA.
Posted: February 20th, 2013 02:02PM
SQ Ft of Home: 1800
Cleanings per month: 1
Firm: Simons Cleaning Service
Detailed, trustworthy and thorough. She is by far the best. Cleaned my home from ceiling to floor & I've never had my home feel & smell so clean. She dramatically changed my home environment for the better. She completed cleaning in two full days. Well worth the $ and I am going to call her again and have recommended her to all my friends, associates, and family.
I hired them to do a move out and they cleaned it so good it looked new. They even cleaned the carpet. They charged me 450 to do a 3move bed room including carpet. I would recommend them to anybody. Sioux city Iowa.7126355990
By far I have had the best services through carebear's cleaning in pgh pa they have done an outstanding job with my home for many years and continuing with her growing buisness thank you Carrie
Susan is friendly, honest and hard working. She does an amazing job every week. My son has severe allergies and many things need to be taken into consideration. Susan always pays careful attention and is diligent in her efforts. I will recommend her to all friends and family.
I was moving out so I hired G&G to clean up after I removed my property and they did a great job!! Behind the fridge, under the stove, windows and blinds... they even got behind the dryer!I got my deposit back and completely satisfied!
This is by far THE BEST cleaning svc Ive had. They use a checklist, so I decide what gets done each time (plus 1 'freebie' item/ wk.). They're a professional, friendly, dependable, on-time, high-quality cleaning svc... I HIGHLY recommend CHECK-MAID! 4 home/ office/ RV cleaning in SE CT!!
Great job consistently, fair price and a pleasure to do business with. This is not a maid service (no dishes, laundry or windows). This a small cleaning company that does a great job and is detail oriented. We love this cleaning service and would highly recommend it.
I have used several cleaning services in the past couple of years. Amazon Maid Green was by far the best. This husband and wife team did an excellent job cleaning every nook and cranny in my home, they used green cleaning products that smelled clean and fresh, and last but not least, the service was AFFORDABLE!
their phone numbers is 240-723 1337
www.amazonmaidgreen.com
Posted by: charityspence50@gmail.com in goodyear, AZ.
Posted: April 26th, 2013 04:04PM
SQ Ft of Home: 1800
Cleanings per month: 4
Firm: Contemporary Cleaners
They were very professional and always on time. Did an excellent job and have referred them out to family and friends. The initial first cleaning was 200 but they got places I never knew were there and each additional time was 120 per cleaning. Great rates and great attitude! There number is 602-359-5497