Move out cleaners send estimates before booking, often after a client sends photos, a video walkthrough, or an address and room count. Clients usually compare a few companies on price, what is included, and whether a re-clean is offered. Because condition varies widely, the estimate needs to be clear about what the price assumes.
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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These drive the base price, and writing them down prevents arguments if the home turns out to be bigger than described.
Spell out baseboards, door frames, closets, light fixtures, floors, and bathroom fixtures so the client knows what a standard clean covers.
Inside oven, fridge, cabinets, windows, blinds, and wall washing are often assumed by clients but priced separately.
State that the price assumes the home is empty and in normal move-out condition, with no heavy grease, mold, or pet damage.
List exclusions such as carpet shampooing, trash and furniture removal, biohazard cleanup, and exterior work.
You need power, water, and keys or lockbox access, and the unit must be empty of belongings on the service date.
A set window for reporting missed spots and a valid-through date keeps the price from being held open for months.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1-bedroom apartment move out clean | flat fee | $150-300 |
| 2-bedroom apartment or small home move out clean | flat fee | $250-450 |
| 3-4 bedroom house move out clean | flat fee | $400-800 |
| Hourly move out cleaning (per cleaner) | per hour | $35-65 |
| Inside oven cleaning | per appliance | $30-75 |
| Inside refrigerator cleaning | per appliance | $25-50 |
| Interior window cleaning | per window | $5-15 |
| Heavy soil or pet odor surcharge | flat fee | $50-200 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
Ask for photos of kitchen, bathrooms, and floors before giving a firm number. If the unit looks different on arrival, you have a basis to adjust the price.
A basic clean, a standard move out clean, and a deep package with oven, fridge, cabinets, and windows lets clients choose and often leads them to pick the middle or top tier.
Include fuel, parking, and supplies in the base price, especially for large homes or long drives, instead of itemizing small costs.
Small studios still take travel time and setup, so set a minimum job price that covers your cost of showing up.
You can give a range based on size and photos, but label it as an estimate and confirm on arrival. A firm flat price from a text description alone often leads to losing money on dirty units.
Thirty days is common, but move out dates are fixed, so many cleaners tie the quote to a specific date. Prices can change if the move date shifts or the condition changes.
For large homes or peak move-out times such as the end of the month or summer, a deposit of 25 to 50 percent is reasonable. State the deposit and cancellation terms on the estimate.
Compare scope before dropping the price. Cheaper quotes often exclude ovens, cabinets, or windows, and a clear list of what is included shows the client what the difference is.
Use the Move Out Cleaning invoice template to bill the client, or convert this estimate once it's approved.
Move Out Cleaning invoice template