A deep house cleaning costs $200 to $600 per cleaning in 2026
A deep house cleaning costs $200 to $600 per cleaning in 2026. HomeGuide lists $230 to $600, Housecall Pro lists $240 to $500 for a 2,000 square foot home, and Fixr lists $200 to $400 per visit. A deep clean costs more than a standard clean because it takes longer. Home size, dirt level, and your city move the price.
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 |
|---|---|
| Housecall Pro | Housecall Pro says a standard clean of a 2,000 square foot home is $120 to $280 and a deep clean is $240 to $500, hourly rates are $30 to $75 per cleaner, and deep cleaning costs 50% to 100% more than a standard clean. |
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide says a standard clean is $120 to $280, a deep clean is $230 to $600, deep cleaning is $0.11 to $0.30 per square foot, and a move-out clean of 2,000 square feet is $300 to $500, with cleaners at $25 to $75 an hour. |
| Fixr | Fixr says a basic clean is $75 to $175 per visit, the national average for a standard clean is $221, and a deep clean is $200 to $400 per visit, with deep cleaning at $60 to $100 an hour for one cleaner and basic cleaning at $25 to $45 an hour. |
Deep cleaning cost by size, rate, and type
| Size, rate, or type | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Deep clean, 2,000 square foot home | $240 to $500 | Housecall Pro |
| Deep clean, average | $230 to $600 | HomeGuide |
| Deep clean, per visit | $200 to $400 | Fixr |
| Deep clean, per square foot | $0.11 to $0.30 | HomeGuide |
| Deep clean, one cleaner per hour | $60 to $100 | Fixr |
| Standard clean, 2,000 square foot home | $120 to $280 | Housecall Pro |
| Standard clean, per visit | $75 to $175 | Fixr |
| Move-out clean, 2,000 square feet | $300 to $500 | HomeGuide |
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 | Bigger homes take more time. Housecall Pro lists $240 to $500 for 2,000 square feet, and HomeGuide lists $0.11 to $0.30 per square foot. |
| Dirt level | A home that has not been cleaned in months takes more time. Housecall Pro says deep cleaning costs 50% to 100% more than a standard clean. |
| Hourly or flat rate | Fixr lists deep cleaning at $60 to $100 an hour for one cleaner, and HomeGuide lists cleaners at $25 to $75 an hour. |
| Extra tasks | Inside the oven, fridge, and windows add time. A move-out clean costs more, and HomeGuide lists $300 to $500 for 2,000 square feet. |
| Your city | Labor costs differ from place to place. Housecall Pro lists hourly rates of $30 to $75 per cleaner, so quotes vary a lot. |
What the price includes
A deep clean usually covers dusting, floors, bathrooms, and the kitchen, plus extra work on baseboards, vents, door frames, and built-up grime. A standard clean is lighter. Inside the oven, inside the fridge, windows, and wall washing may cost extra. Fixr lists a standard clean at $75 to $175 per visit. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Deep cleaning comes from cleaning companies and solo cleaners. Companies often send a team and bill a flat price based on home size. Solo cleaners often bill by the hour. Housecall Pro lists hourly rates of $30 to $75 per cleaner, and Fixr lists $60 to $100 an hour for deep cleaning with one cleaner. Many ask for payment when the job is done. Some ask for a deposit on large jobs. A company may also set a minimum charge for a visit. Ask for the total price and the task list in writing.
When you need this
A deep clean helps before a move, after a party, after a long illness, or when a home has not had a full clean in months. It also helps when you start with a new cleaner. Many people book one deep clean, then switch to standard visits every few weeks to keep the home fresh.
How to judge your quote
- Is the price flat or by the hour, and how many cleaners come?
- Does the quote list which rooms and tasks are included?
- Are the oven, fridge, and windows included or extra?
- Does the company bring its own supplies and carry insurance?
- Compare the total with the range above: $200 to $600 per cleaning for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get a flat price in writing for the whole job. This avoids surprise hours if the cleaners work slower than they guessed.
- Declutter and pick up before they arrive. Cleaners lose time moving items, and you pay for that time by the hour.
- Do the deep clean once, then book standard cleans. Fixr lists a standard clean at $75 to $175, much less than a deep clean.
- Pick the rooms that need it most. Ask for a deep clean in the kitchen and baths, and a standard clean elsewhere.
- Compare three quotes and ask what is covered. Windows, ovens, and fridges often cost extra, so check the list.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Housecall Pro, HomeGuide and Fixr. 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 a deep clean cost in 2026?
Sources list $200 to $600. HomeGuide lists $230 to $600, and Fixr lists $200 to $400 per visit.
How much more is a deep clean than a standard clean?
Housecall Pro says deep cleaning costs 50% to 100% more. It lists $240 to $500 for deep and $120 to $280 for standard.
How much is a deep clean per square foot?
HomeGuide lists $0.11 to $0.30 per square foot. A larger home will cost more in total.
What do cleaners charge per hour?
Fixr lists $60 to $100 an hour for a deep clean with one cleaner. HomeGuide lists $25 to $75 an hour for cleaners in general.
How much is a move-out clean?
HomeGuide lists $300 to $500 for a 2,000 square foot home. It is often a deep clean plus extra tasks.