A house cleaning cost estimator gives you a price range based on your home size and cleaning type. National averages — actual prices vary by location and service provider.
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How Much Does House Cleaning Cost?
House cleaning services typically charge by square footage or by the hour. A standard clean of a 1,500 sq ft home averages $120-170 nationally, while a deep clean of the same home runs $200-350.
What's Included
Standard clean: Vacuuming, mopping, dusting surfaces, cleaning bathrooms and kitchen, taking out trash. Deep clean: All of standard plus inside appliances, baseboards, ceiling fans, window sills, cabinet fronts, grout lines, and detailed bathroom deep scrubbing. Move-in/out: Comprehensive top-to-bottom clean of empty property including inside all cabinets and appliances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a house cleaning service cost?
National average is $120-170 for a standard cleaning of a 1,500 sq ft home. Deep cleanings run $200-400. Move-in/move-out cleanings can reach $300-600 or more. Rates vary significantly by region.
How is house cleaning priced?
Services price by square footage ($0.08-0.12/sqft for standard, $0.12-0.20/sqft for deep clean), by the hour ($25-50/hr per cleaner), or by flat fee per bedroom/bathroom. This calculator uses square footage plus fixture count adjustments.
What is included in a deep clean vs standard clean?
Standard cleans cover routine surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, and fixture wipe-downs. Deep cleans add inside appliances, baseboards, blinds, cabinet interiors, grout scrubbing, and detailed cleaning of all surfaces.
Does frequency affect price?
Yes. Weekly service is typically discounted 10-20%, biweekly 5-15%. One-time cleans cost the most per visit. Long-term recurring service builds familiarity, which also speeds up cleaning time.
Is this estimator free?
Yes, completely free. Get quotes from local services for actual pricing in your area.