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How Much Does House Cleaning Cost?

 
low costLow: $74-$200average costMedium: $95-$300high costHigh: $150-$400

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[1] in Texas offers a website calculator to help determine cleaning costs according to the number and type of rooms.
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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[2] 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[3] outlines the regulations. Although house cleaners who work as independent contractors are generally not considered employees, the IRS provides tax information[4] .
  • Tip: Before hiring a cleaning service, ask the company for references and make any special cleaning requests upfront so workers will be prepared
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Housecleaning
Amount: $115.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Rose McMurrey in San Tan Valley, AZ.Posted: March 7th, 2021 03:03AM
SQ Ft of Home: 1050Cleanings per month: 1
Firm: C&C’s Housecleaning
Fantastic Job! I’m not sure what her pricing is for a deep clean but she did such an amazing job on a basic clean! I will definitely have her out again! It was also nice to be able to talk and have a conversation, most cleaners I’ve had in the past don’t have the time it’s rush rush rush, it’s nice to be able to get to know the person who is coming into my home! Also with being a foster parent, knowing she has her article 9 and fingerprint card made me feel so much safer! I definitely will have her back!!
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CLEANING SERVICE
Amount: $150.00 per cleaning
Posted by: VALARIE MEADORS in APOKA, FL.Posted: November 10th, 2020 04:11PM
SQ Ft of Home: 2400Cleanings per month: 1
Firm: VIVIAN'S CLEANING SERVICE
VIVIAN HAS BEEN CLEANING FOR ME FOR ABOUT 5 YEARS SHE IS A SOLE PROPRIETOR AND DOES AN EXCELLENT JOB SHE IS GREAT WITH PETS PAYS ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND TO GET THE JOB DONE WE LOVE HER SO IF YOU ARE IN THE APOPKA FL AREA YOU CAN REACH HER AT 321-356-8555 I HAVE RECOMMENDED HER TO ALL MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
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Move out / move in cleaning
Amount: $250.00 per cleaning
Posted by: John.E. in Virgin beach, VA.Posted: March 3rd, 2020 03:03PM
SQ Ft of Home: 2000Cleanings per month: One time
Gist Residential Cleaning Services located in Chesapeake VA does an amazing job my house smelled and looked brand new very respectful staff and organized the owner Mrs Nicole Gist is a wonderful person she made sure I was satisfied before leaving our property
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housecleaning cost
Amount: $175.00 per cleaning
Posted by: teresa whitenburg in scottsdale, AZ.Posted: May 21st, 2019 12:05AM
SQ Ft of Home: 2400Cleanings per month: one time vacant
Firm: any mess cleaning services
Terri was amazing home went from dusty cobweb dirty baseboard un cared for vacant home to a beautiful bright smelled good ready to rent home
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Housecleaning/organizing
Amount: $185.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Karen & Bill James in Arlington, TX.Posted: March 9th, 2019 06:03PM
SQ Ft of Home: 2200Cleanings per month: 2
Firm: Shelly & Angie cleaning services
Shelly does a fabulous job. Easy to get along with, bonded and does a great job at organizing my home.If you're in the dallas/FortWorth area I highly recommend. Her # is 817-690-6201text her or email is [email protected]
They work with you and do a great job. Can't thank her enough for the organizing she does.
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Redlands Cleaning
Amount: $105.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Arlene Smith in Redlands, CA.Posted: June 28th, 2018 02:06PM
Quality house cleaning services starting at just $105 for the first 3 hours of service $35 for each additional hour if more is needed. We clean to the clients satisfaction
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Kleen Freek House Cleaning
Amount: $150.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Christopher Kerns in Hollywood, CA.Posted: April 1st, 2018 08:04AM
SQ Ft of Home: 3000Cleanings per month: once
Firm: kleen freek house cleaning
I highly recommended Kleen Freek to anyone for their house cleaning needs! I have a hard time doing much around the house besides dishes and laundry anymore with my disability and these guys are great! Very efficient and with good rates! Friendly & trustworthy house cleaning. Thanks so much Kleen Freeks!
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House cleaning, carpet cleaning
Amount: $125.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Shayla in Newton, MA.Posted: March 25th, 2018 05:03PM
Firm: Axtreme Carpet Cleaners
The best company I have ever used.. I have them come biweekly to clean my house.. They clean my carpets and upholstery 2 times a year, additional cost but very afforadable.. My house smells so clean and looks amazing . I highly recommend them.. They always come in with a smile.. They offer organizing as well.. Great Company and GREAT Cleaners.. I have recommended them to my friends in MA and NH.. Everyone is so happy!
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House and Office Cleaning A+++++++
Amount: $150.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Molly Madison in Hershey, PA.Posted: January 24th, 2018 12:01PM
Firm: As You Wish House Cleaning Services LLC
I've hired so many house cleaners and never thought I would find someone to really clean my house. This business is a small local business and has an a la carte type of service. They do a deep cleaning each time they visit and I get to choose what I want done and when I want it done. They did everything from washing every baseboard, cleaning every door frame and door, to washing Windows inside and out, and everything in between. They definitely do not cut corners and I can now literally eat off my floors! My hardwood floors have never shined so nicely. They use mostly non toxic products and bring their own equipment. They treat me like family and they are amazing with all my pets and don't even charge extra for having pets!! They charge by the hour and the rate is based on how often they visit. There you have it! They service the Lebanon and Dauphin County areas. Snatch them up because they get booked very quickly.
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Dianas cleaning service
Amount: $130.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Diana93 in Pacoima, CA.Posted: December 26th, 2017 09:12PM
Firm: First time 130
Incluyes everthing costumbre does not have to out a ny equiment super clean and sanitized work satisfied
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home cleaning
Amount: $119.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Dionne in west hollywood, CA.Posted: December 13th, 2017 11:12PM
Firm: Tidy Town Cleaning
We were so happy since the first time with this company, after years we still use their services.
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House Cleaning
Amount: $175.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Kanijah in Montgomery, AL.Posted: November 8th, 2017 05:11AM
My cleaning lady does a fantastic job she works with her sister and they do several homes. My home smells great and when I tell you it's clean and I never have to complain it's spotless every time. If you're in the area (Montgomery) and looking for dependable and yet through workers check her and her sister out.
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House cleaning
Amount: $55.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Cynthia Grace in Easton, PA.Posted: September 18th, 2017 07:09PM
Firm: Dusting Duet Cleaning Service
They came for a free estimate and their prices are very affordable. The ladies they sent to my home were presentable, nice, and cleaned my house really nice. I noe have them coming back twice a month.
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Simply The Best In Residential & Office Cleaning
Amount: $150.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Feather in Fountain Inn, SC.Posted: July 10th, 2017 01:07PM
SQ Ft of Home: 3000Cleanings per month: 4
I have looked and looked for a cleaning service that would do a highly detailed cleaning that I could trust. I found Simply The Best In Residential & Office Cleaning and I will never let go! Sally spends about 6 hours non stop to get my home SPOTLESS. She cleans every thing and dose not miss a spot. When I come home the house smell wonderful and it's as clean as clean can be. I would highly recommend her to any one.
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What should I be charging to clean biweekly?
Amount: $50.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Virginia Kopecky in Ottawa, IL.Posted: May 24th, 2017 07:05PM
Firm: Self
I clean a 4 bedroom 2 story farm house. They expect me to pick-up after them, do dishes,clean bathroom, wash floors, dust and vacuum. They also expect me to take their laundry to a laundromat once a week. I am paid $100.00 a week.
Should I be paid more?
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Deep Clean it All
Amount: $120.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Sassy Cleaning Service in Portsmouth, VA.Posted: May 6th, 2017 02:05PM
Firm: Sassy Cleaning Service
This lady are awesome she cleans anything that you need done around your home plus she will make sure you are satisfy before leaving the house with a great smell.live in Virginia she's the one to call.(757)359-2653 Tonya
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House cleaning once a month
Amount: $35.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Michael Bruce in BATTLE GROUND, IN.Posted: May 2nd, 2017 09:05AM
SQ Ft of Home: 1200Cleanings per month: once
I keep a neat house so it won't take more than2-3 hrs. on somedays
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Above& Beyond Cleaning nm
Amount: $200.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Carlile in Ruidoso, NM.Posted: April 6th, 2017 08:04PM
Firm: Above& Beyond Cleaning
This is owned and operated by a single lady who's attention to detail was absolutely amazing one of the most thorough all housekeepers Ive ever had wouldn't give her up for Noone and nothing else very reliable trustworthy to take care of any needs you have.**********
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Maria's home cleaning
Amount: $120.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Jose Vasquez in Philadelphia, PA.Posted: March 20th, 2017 12:03PM
Firm: Maria's cleaning
After a long time of regrets,I decided to hired again someone to clean my home. This time I was lucky to find Maria ,she's an awesome person , she cleans well I first had a deep clean in my home of 2Bed rooms ,2 bathrooms and 3 , sitting areas for only $260. After the first cleaning I was very satisfied with her cleaning ,so I hired her for every two weeks she charges me $150 for basic cleaning. I'm so happy and grateful for thise amazing experience. Thank you Maria
I would definitely recommend her to everyone who needs a clean home. Here is her contact information :
Maria's Home Cleaning Services
267-206-5313.
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Maria's home cleaning
Amount: $120.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Jose Vasquez in Philadelphia, PA.Posted: March 16th, 2017 05:03PM
Firm: Owner would be the one cleaning, trustwo
I have recently hired this lovely lady , she did my deep cleaning for $250 in my house of 1bedroom , kitchen, 2bathrooms, and 3sitting areas. I have been so lucky to find her. She's amazing , love the way my house came out with her cleaning effort. I have schedule with her a basic cleaning for every week. Only for $120😀. I would highly recommend her ,for any one out there looking for house cleaning service here is here contact information,267-206-5313 ask for Maria cleaning services.
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house cleaning
Amount: $250.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Ami` J.Malley in Milton, MA.Posted: March 4th, 2017 07:03AM
SQ Ft of Home: 1200Cleanings per month: 4
Firm: Borges Medina
My house smelled good! B.M. Cleaning did a great job. I would definitely recommend B.M. Cleaning to anybody looking for a job well done, you won't regret it!
Borges Medina Cleaning Service does excellent work!
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AMAZING COMPANY
Amount: $115.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Melissa M in Saginaw, MI.Posted: February 10th, 2017 06:02PM
Firm: Mom's Cleaning LLC
It's actually owned by a man and his wife. They do my 3 level 2600 sq foot home every other week. They have not dissapointent us yet. They put everything they have into cleaning our home. They do our laundry and change he linen of our beds. They do as we ask of them and they supply everything. They offer a 15% discount on referral if your friends accept their bid. And they just randomly give us 25% discounts. By far the best that we have used. We would recommend everyone to use them. They can be easily reached at momscleaningllc.com Happy Hunting Everybody :)
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Best Move In Cleaning
Amount: $250.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Theodore in Mobile, AL.Posted: December 28th, 2016 05:12PM
SQ Ft of Home: 1800Cleanings per month: 1
Firm: Mobile Maids
Just moved in, they provided a very thorough cleaning that included baseboards and walls
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A happy customer
Amount: $125.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Gabriela Canas in Ellicott city, MD.Posted: October 31st, 2016 07:10PM
Firm: McHales' Cleaning Service
Such of Excellent job. Im very happy with this company. They speak english and spanish too.
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My Super Heroes
Amount: $120.00 per cleaning
Posted by: Jody Rae Kelly in Cape Coral, FL.Posted: October 25th, 2016 06:10PM
SQ Ft of Home: 1550Cleanings per month: 2
Firm: Maid In The Cape Cleaning Services, LLC
This crew of 4 were absolutely amazing. I asked for clean but everything looked brand new. I thought I walked into someone else's house. The detailing was far beyond any company I've ever hired before. Friendly, down to earth wonderful cleaning pro's!
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