House cleaning costs $75 to $280 per visit in 2026
House cleaning costs $75 to $280 per visit in 2026 for a standard clean. HomeGuide puts the national average at $200 per visit. Fixr lists a basic clean at $75 to $175 and a deep clean at $200 to $400. ThePricer says a typical visit is about $176. Home size, how dirty the home is, and the type of clean move the price most.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Fixr | Fixr lists a basic clean at $75 to $175, a deep clean at $200 to $400, and a 3 bed, 2 bath basic clean at $110 to $180, with an overall average of $221. |
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists a standard visit at $118 to $238 (typical about $176), a deep clean up to $380, and a move-out clean at $200 to $400. |
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists $120 to $280 per visit with a national average of $200, and $25 to $75 per cleaner per hour. |
House cleaning price by home size and type
| Home size or type | Price per visit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Studio, standard clean | $65 to $90 | Fixr |
| 1 bed, 1 bath, standard clean | $60 to $90 | HomeGuide |
| 2 bed, 2 bath, standard clean | $85 to $140 | Fixr |
| 3 bed, 2 bath, standard clean | $135 to $180 | HomeGuide |
| 4 bed, 3 bath, standard clean | $130 to $220 | Fixr |
| Deep clean | $200 to $400 | Fixr |
| Move-out clean | $200 to $400 | ThePricer |
| Typical standard visit | $118 to $238, about $176 | ThePricer |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Home size | More bedrooms and bathrooms mean more work. Fixr lists a studio at $65 to $90 and a 4 bed, 3 bath home at $130 to $220. |
| Type of clean | A deep clean or move-out clean takes much longer than a standard visit. Fixr lists both at $200 to $400 per visit. |
| Hourly or flat rate | Some cleaners bill by the hour. HomeGuide lists $25 to $75 per cleaner per hour, so a slow job costs more. |
| Extras | Oven, fridge, inside windows, and laundry are often add-ons. ThePricer lists ovens at $15 to $35 and inside windows at $4 to $7 each. |
| How often you book | Repeat customers often get a lower rate. ThePricer says weekly bookings can save 5 to 20 percent compared to a one-time visit. |
What the price includes
A standard clean usually covers dusting, vacuuming, mopping, the kitchen, and the bathrooms. A deep clean adds more detail work, such as baseboards and inside appliances. Laundry, inside windows, oven cleaning, and fridge cleaning are often add-ons. Ask if the company brings its own supplies, and if the price is for one cleaner or a team. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Cleaning is sold in a few ways. A cleaning company sends a team and usually bills a flat price based on your home size. An independent cleaner often bills by the hour. Task apps list hourly rates too, and ThePricer lists TaskRabbit at $35 to $65 per hour. Fixr lists two cleaners at $50 to $90 per hour for a basic clean. Companies may add fees for extras like the oven or fridge. Ask if you pay per visit or by the month, and if supplies, tips, and travel are in the price.
When you need this
You may want a cleaner when work or family leaves no time to clean. It also helps before guests arrive, after a party, or when you move in or out. A deep clean makes sense when a home has not been cleaned well in a long time. Book one visit first to test a company, then switch to a repeat plan if you like the work.
How to judge your quote
- Is the price flat or by the hour?
- Does the quote list the rooms and tasks covered?
- Which extras cost more, such as oven, fridge, and windows?
- Is the company insured, and does it bring its own supplies?
- Compare the total with the range above: $75 to $280 per visit for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Book a repeat plan. ThePricer says weekly bookings can cost 5 to 20 percent less than a one-time visit, so a set schedule saves money.
- Tidy up before the cleaners come. Clear floors and counters so the cleaner spends time cleaning, not picking things up, which matters on hourly jobs.
- Ask for a flat price in writing. A set total protects you from a long visit on an hourly rate and makes your budget easy to plan.
- Skip extras you can do yourself. Oven, fridge, and laundry add-ons add up, so do the small ones on your own.
- Compare at least three quotes. Give each company the same home size and task list so the prices are easy to compare.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Fixr, ThePricer and HomeGuide. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does house cleaning cost?
HomeGuide lists $120 to $280 per visit, with a national average of $200. Fixr lists a basic clean at $75 to $175.
How much is a deep clean?
Fixr lists a deep clean at $200 to $400. ThePricer says a deep clean costs up to $380 for a typical home.
How much do cleaners charge per hour?
Fixr lists $25 to $45 per hour for one cleaner on a basic clean. HomeGuide lists $25 to $75 per cleaner per hour.
How much is a move-out clean?
Fixr and ThePricer both list a move-out clean at $200 to $400. Home size and how dirty the home is will decide where you land.
Is weekly cleaning cheaper per visit?
Often, yes. ThePricer says weekly bookings can save 5 to 20 percent compared to a one-time visit.