At Procompare, we have been tracking prices and seasonal trends for many years. Based on our proprietary data of historical project costs (acquired from thousands of our Pros) and other cost data from various respectable sources, we have put together a 2024 cleaning services cost guide, where we have gathered all the necessary information for you to make the best possible decision.
Regular domestic cleaning — per hour rate
This is the per-hour rate for regular domestic cleaning. The exact price may vary according to the size of your home, the cleaning services agreed on, and where you live. A walk-through will usually be required so the cleaning company can see the size and layout of your property and its general cleanliness. Most cleaning companies charge by the hour. The average cost of a per-hour rate for regular domestic cleaning is R75/hour, or typically between R50/hour and R100/hour.
Get quotesRegular domestic cleaning — per day rate
This is the per-day rate for regular domestic cleaning. The exact price may vary according to the size of your home, the cleaning services agreed on, and where you live. A walk-through will usually be required so the cleaning company can see the size and layout of your property and its general cleanliness. The average cost of a per-day cleaning rate for regular domestic cleaning is R400/day, or typically between R180/day and R620/day.
Get quotesRegular domestic cleaning
This is the price per hour for regular (usually weekly or bi-weekly) cleaning of an average-sized apartment/house. Regular cleaning includes vacuuming and moping floors, dusting, cleaning the bathroom(s) and kitchen. Window cleaning is not included. On average, expect to be charged between R50/hour and R80/hour for regular domestic cleaning.
Get quotesOnce-off domestic cleaning
This is the price per hour for once-off domestic cleaning. The cost will be affected by the extent and depth of cleaning needed. Some companies may ask for a walk-through to give you an exact quote. This allows them to see the size, layout, and general cleanliness of your home. The average cost is usually R400/hour.
Get quotesRegular office cleaning
This is the price per hour for regular (usually weekly or bi-weekly) cleaning of office spaces. Regular cleaning includes vacuuming and moping floors, dusting, emptying waste bins, cleaning kitchenettes, bathrooms, etc. Additional costs may apply for disinfecting floors and surfaces. The cost of regular office cleaning typically runs from R50/hour to R100/hour, averaging at R75/hour.
Get quotesOnce-off office cleaning
This is the price per hour for once-off office cleaning. The cost will be affected by the extent and depth of cleaning needed. Some companies may ask for a walk-through to give you an exact quote. This allows them to see the size, layout, and general cleanliness of your offices. Once-off office cleaning costs range between R300/hour and R500/hour with an average of R400/hour.
Get quotesCarpet cleaning
This is the price for professional carpet cleaning per square metre of carpet installed. The exact price will depend on the type of carpet material and the cleaning method. Additional costs may apply for stain removal, i.e. pet stains, bloodstains, coffee or wine stains. etc. Carpet cleaning costs range between R7/sqm and R15/sqm with an average of R11/sqm.
Get quotesCarpet steam clean (3-bedroom house /apartment)
This is the price for steam-cleaning a carpet in a typical 3-bedroom apartment. The exact price will depend on the material of the carpet. Additional cost may also apply if special stain removal is required. Carpet steam clean (3-bedroom appartment) costs range between R650 and R850 with an average of R750.
Get quotesUpholstery cleaning
This is the price for cleaning furniture upholstery. The price depends on the size of the furniture items (couch, sofa covers, chairs, etc.) and the material of upholstery. Cleaning leather furniture typically costs twice as much. For upholstery cleaning, expect to pay between R80 and R300.
Get quotesEnd of tenancy cleaning
This is the price for an end-of-tenancy cleaning of an average 3-bedroom home. The exact price will depend on the size of the property, whether the property is empty or fully furnished, and the amount and level of cleaning needed. A move-out cleaning typically consists of vacuuming and moping all floors, dusting and wiping down all surfaces, cleaning windows, cleaning the kitchen (including the inside of the cabinets) and bathroom(s). The average cost of end of tenancy cleaning is R1750, or typically between R1500 and R2000.
Get quotesSpring cleaning
This is a once-off fee for spring cleaning service. The price can vary according to the duration of cleaning and the number of cleaners. It typically includes vacuuming and mopping floors, washing windows, window frames, and curtains, cleaning interior doors, cleaning and disinfecting the kitchen and bathroom, removing cobwebs, dusting, removing rubbish. Spring cleaning costs range between R1450 and R1650 with an average of R1550.
Get quotesChar services
This is the price for daily char services. These typically include all domestic duties. Char service costs range between R300/day and R600/day with an average of R450/day.
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