How much does deep cleaning cost?
A deep clean takes much longer than a regular visit because it covers the buildup that routine cleaning skips. The price depends mostly on how many bedrooms and bathrooms you have. It is often the first visit before regular service starts.
Deep cleaning prices at a glance
| Job | Newer pro | Experienced pro |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed, 1 bath | $120 | $265 |
| 2 bed, 1 bath | $140 | $315 |
| 3 bed, 2 bath | $195 | $440 |
| 4 bed, 2.5 bath | $235 | $525 |
| 5 bed, 3.5 bath | $290 | $650 |
Labor and basic supplies. Big parts or appliances you buy yourself are extra. Prices run higher in big cities.
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What's usually included
- Everything in a standard clean, plus detail work
- Baseboards, door frames and light switches wiped
- Soap scum and hard water scrubbed off showers and tubs
- Inside the microwave and the outside of appliances
- Ceiling fans and light fixtures dusted
What changes the price
- Bathrooms. Each bathroom with built-up grime adds real time.
- Last clean. A home that has not been cleaned in months takes longer than one cleaned recently.
- Add-ons. Inside the oven, inside the fridge and interior windows are often extra.
- Clutter. Cleaners need clear surfaces, so lots of items to move slows them down.
Do it yourself or hire a pro?
You can deep clean yourself with good supplies and a free weekend. The work is mostly scrubbing and detail dusting, which is tiring but not hard. Hiring out makes sense when you are short on time or want a clean start before regular service.
Common questions
What is the difference between a deep clean and a regular clean?
A regular clean keeps up surfaces, floors and bathrooms. A deep clean adds baseboards, buildup, fixtures and other spots that get skipped week to week.
How often do I need a deep clean?
Many people do one or two a year, often in spring or before the holidays, with regular cleans in between.
How long does a deep clean take?
For an average three-bedroom home it often takes a single cleaner most of a day, or a team a few hours.
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