Cleaning services send estimates before the first visit for new residential clients, and for move-out, post-construction, and commercial jobs. Clients usually compare two or three quotes, so they look at the price, what is included, how many cleaners will come, and whether you supply products and are insured.
When to use estimates: Use estimates to provide project quotes and get client approval before starting work. Once approved, convert your estimate to an invoice with one click to collect payment.
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Size is the main driver of time and price, and a stated size protects you if the home turns out larger than described.
Standard and deep cleans mean different things to different people, so list tasks such as baseboards, ceiling fans, and cabinet exteriors as included or excluded.
Oven, fridge, windows, laundry, and wall washing are common disputes, so say which are in the price.
A weekly, biweekly, or monthly schedule changes the price, and the client should know the rate applies only if they keep that schedule.
State that the price assumes normal upkeep, and that heavy buildup, hoarding, pet messes, or construction dust may raise the price after a walkthrough.
Say whether you bring products and a vacuum, whether the client must provide water and power, and how you will get in.
Pricing and your schedule change, so give an expiration date and note any deposit needed to hold the date.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard house cleaning (recurring) | per visit | $120-250 |
| Deep cleaning | per visit | $200-450 |
| Hourly cleaning (per cleaner) | per hour | $35-65 |
| Move-in/move-out cleaning | per visit | $250-550 |
| Office or commercial cleaning | per sq ft | $0.07-0.25 |
| Post-construction cleaning | per sq ft | $0.25-0.60 |
| Inside oven or fridge add-on | each | $25-60 |
| Interior window cleaning | per window | $4-10 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
Work out how many labor hours the job takes, multiply by your target hourly rate per cleaner, and add supplies and travel. Compare that to the going flat rate for the home size so you do not underprice dense or cluttered homes.
For move-outs, post-construction cleans, and commercial accounts, look at the space or review photos first. A quote based on a description alone often leads to underbidding.
Present a standard clean and a deep clean, or a basic and a premium package, with the add-ons priced. Clients often choose the middle option and it makes the quote easier to compare.
If conditions are uncertain, give a price range with a clear point at which you will confirm the final price on site, rather than an open-ended hourly figure.
Most cleaners give free estimates for standard homes. For large commercial buildings or post-construction jobs requiring an on-site visit, some charge a fee that is credited if the client books.
You can if the condition is much worse than described, but your estimate should say that. Talk to the client before starting, explain what is different, and get agreement in writing or by message.
Fourteen to thirty days is typical. A short window protects you from rising costs and schedule changes.
For recurring homes it is usually not needed. For move-outs, post-construction cleans, and large deep cleans, a deposit of 25-50% helps hold the date and covers lost income if the client cancels.
Use the Cleaning Service invoice template to bill the client, or convert this estimate once it's approved.
Cleaning Service invoice template