House cleaners are solo operators and small crews who clean private homes on a recurring or one-time basis. Invoices usually cover routine cleanings, deep cleans, move-in or move-out cleans, and add-ons such as inside the oven, refrigerator, or windows.
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House cleaners price in three main ways: hourly per cleaner, flat rate per visit based on home size and condition, or per square foot for deep and move-out cleans. Recurring clients (weekly, biweekly, monthly) often get a lower per-visit price than first-time clients, and the first visit is usually priced higher because the home needs a reset. Many cleaners set a minimum visit charge to cover travel and supplies. Add-ons are billed as separate line items, either at a flat price or by time. Some cleaners include supplies in the price, while others add a small supply fee or charge extra if the client wants specialty products. Pricing shifts with home size, number of bathrooms, pets, and how long since the last clean.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard recurring clean (hourly, per cleaner) | per hour | $30-60 |
| Standard clean, 1,500 sq ft home | flat fee per visit | $120-200 |
| Deep clean | flat fee per visit | $200-400 |
| Move-in / move-out clean | per sq ft | $0.15-0.40 |
| Inside oven or refrigerator | per appliance | $25-50 |
| Interior windows | per window | $4-10 |
| Laundry and bed changing | per load | $10-25 |
| Post-construction clean | per sq ft | $0.30-0.80 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep clean, 3 bed / 2 bath home (approx. 1,800 sq ft), 2 cleaners | 6 hours | $45.00 | $270.00 |
| Inside oven | 1 each | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Inside refrigerator | 1 each | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Interior windows | 12 windows | $6.00 | $72.00 |
| Supplies fee | 1 flat fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Total | $422.00 | ||
Notes: Service date: March 14. Payment due within 7 days of the invoice date. Accepted: card, bank transfer, or check. Recurring biweekly service begins March 28 at the standard rate of $150 per visit. Please notify us 48 hours ahead to reschedule.
Clients with several properties or rentals need to match each charge to a visit, and it settles disputes about which day you came.
The scope drives the price, so naming it shows why the amount differs from a regular visit.
Hourly and team billing is easier to accept when the person-hours are visible.
Oven, fridge, windows, and laundry are easy to forget and easy to question if bundled into one total.
Shows the charge is intentional and separate from labor, especially if you bring a vacuum or specialty products.
A reminder of the agreed frequency and per-visit price prevents confusion about changes or skipped visits.
If you charged for a late cancel or a visit where you could not get in, naming the fee and date ties it to your policy.
Many house cleaners collect payment on the day of service or within a few days, since the work is repeated and cash flow is tight. Recurring clients are often billed after each visit, or monthly for weekly service, with card-on-file autopay as a common option. Deep cleans and move-out cleans for new clients often require a deposit of 20-50% when booking, with the balance due at completion. Late fees of a flat amount or 1.5% per month are common but should be written in your service agreement before you apply them. Cards, bank transfer, and checks are the usual methods; cash is still seen, so keep a record of it either way. Many cleaners also charge a fee for cancellations under 24 to 48 hours.
A home that has not been professionally cleaned takes much longer. Price the first visit as an initial or deep clean, then drop to the recurring rate once the home is at baseline.
Cleaners lose real income when a client cancels at the door or no one is home. State the notice window and fee in your agreement and reference it on the invoice when applied.
Supply costs, fuel, and labor rise. Give recurring clients 30 days of notice before a rate change, and note the new rate on the next invoice.
Inside the oven, pet hair, heavy buildup, and extra rooms add time. If you do them without charging, clients come to expect them as part of the base price.
Income paid in cash or tips is generally still taxable. Log each payment so your bookkeeping matches what you earned.
Flat rates are easier for recurring clients and reward you for being efficient. Hourly billing is safer for deep cleans, cluttered homes, or first visits where you cannot predict the time. Many cleaners quote a flat rate after seeing the home and bill hourly for extras beyond the agreed scope.
Yes. Some cleaners build supplies into the rate, while others add a flat fee per visit or bill for specialty products. Whichever you choose, list it as its own line or state in your agreement that supplies are included.
Many cleaners send an invoice after each visit or one monthly invoice listing every date of service. Monthly invoices work well for weekly clients. Include each visit date and any add-ons so the total is easy to verify.
It depends on the state. Some states tax cleaning services and many do not. Check with your state revenue department, and if tax applies, show it as a separate line on the invoice.
Yes, if you told the client about the fee beforehand. Put the notice window and amount in your service agreement or booking confirmation, then list the fee on the invoice with the date of the missed visit.
Send a House Cleaning estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
House Cleaning estimate template