House Cleaning Cost Calculator

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does house cleaning cost?

A standard clean runs roughly $0.10–$0.20 per square foot, so a 2,000 sq ft home is about $200–$400, with most companies enforcing a minimum visit around $120. Deep cleans cost about 1.75× and move-out cleans about 2× a standard.

What is the difference between a standard and a deep clean?

A standard clean covers routine surfaces, floors, and bathrooms. A deep clean adds detail work such as baseboards, inside appliances, scrubbed grout, and window tracks, which is why it costs roughly 1.75 times more.

Do recurring cleanings cost less per visit?

Yes. Most companies discount standing schedules because a regularly cleaned home stays cleaner and each visit is faster - commonly about 20% off weekly, 15% biweekly, and 10% monthly versus a one-time job.

Should I tip house cleaners?

A tip of 10–20% is customary for good work, especially for one-time deep or move-out cleans. For recurring service some clients tip per visit and others give a larger holiday bonus.

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How This Calculator Works

House cleaning prices hinge on three things: how big the home is, how thorough the clean is, and how often the crew comes. This tool estimates the cleanable area - either from a square-footage figure you enter or from your bedroom and bathroom count - then applies a per-square-foot rate scaled by the type of clean. A routine standard tidy is the baseline; a deep clean (baseboards, inside appliances, scrubbed grout) costs roughly 1.75× more, and a move-in or move-out clean of an empty home runs about double. Finally it applies a loyalty discount for recurring service, because most companies charge less per visit when you book a standing schedule.

Formula / Method

Per-visit cost = area × $0.15 per sq ft × clean-type multiplier, with a $120 minimum visit floor. The multipliers are 1.0 standard, 1.75 deep, and 2.0 move-out. Recurring schedules then take a discount off the per-visit price: 20% weekly, 15% biweekly, 10% monthly, and 0% for a one-time job. Monthly cost = per-visit cost × visits per month, where weekly ≈ 4.33 visits, biweekly ≈ 2.17, and monthly = 1. When you choose the bedroom and bathroom mode, the area is approximated as 500 base + 600 sq ft per bedroom + 250 per bathroom.

What Drives the Price

Square footage is the single biggest factor - more floor and surface area means more labor hours.

Clean type: deep and move-out cleans involve detail work (inside the oven, baseboards, window tracks) that multiplies the time on site.

Frequency: a home cleaned weekly stays cleaner, so each visit is faster and cheaper than a neglected one-time job.

Condition & clutter: heavy soil, pet hair, or clutter that must be moved first all push the price toward the high end.

Tips & FAQ

Should I tip cleaners? A tip of 10–20% is customary for a job well done, especially for one-time deep cleans. Hourly vs. flat rate? Most residential jobs are flat-rate by home size; hourly ($25–$50 per cleaner) is common for first visits or unpredictable messes. Why is the first clean more expensive? Many companies require an initial deep clean to establish a baseline before switching you to the cheaper recurring rate. Do supplies cost extra? Standard supplies are usually included; specialty products or your own preferred green cleaners may change the quote. This estimate is for budgeting only and final pricing depends on your home’s condition and local market rates.

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