What Does Cleaning Service Cost?

The price of cleaning services primarily depends on the size of the home, how thoroughly it needs to be cleaned, and whether you want a single cleaning or a regular agreement. Therefore, there is rarely one hourly rate that suits all homes.

The best way to find the right price is to describe the same job to several relevant companies and compare what the offers actually include.

What Affects the Price?

Home Size

A larger home usually requires more time. However, the number of bathrooms, floors, and rooms can be just as important as the number of square meters. A smaller home with many rooms and details can take longer than an open home with few surfaces.

Type of Cleaning

Regular maintenance cleaning is normally less extensive than deep cleaning, moving-out cleaning, or post-renovation cleaning. Tasks such as window cleaning, oven, refrigerator, interior cabinet cleaning, and wall cleaning may be extra.

How Often You Need Help

With regular cleaning, the cleaner eventually becomes familiar with the home and the tasks. A single cleaning may require more initial work, especially if it has been a long time since the last thorough cleaning.

Equipment, Transport, and Parking

The price can be affected by whether the cleaning company brings a vacuum cleaner, mops, and cleaning supplies. Travel time, tolls, and difficult parking may also be included in the offer.

Hourly Rate or Fixed Price?

With an hourly rate, you pay for the time spent. This can be suitable when the scope is uncertain or you want to prioritize tasks along the way. Ask for an estimate of the number of hours and clarify how extra time should be approved.

Fixed price provides greater predictability when the task is clearly defined. Check that the offer describes rooms, tasks, additions, and any reservations.

The cheapest hourly offer is not necessarily the lowest total price. Compare estimated time spent, number of cleaners, transport, equipment, and VAT.

Get Offers for Cleaning Services

How to Compare Offers

Check the following:

1. 1Is the price quoted including all mandatory surcharges?
2. 2Are cleaning supplies and equipment included?
3. 3Which rooms and tasks are covered?
4. 4Is there an estimate or price cap for hourly rates?
5. 5How is extra work priced?
6. 6What applies in case of cancellation?
7. 7Is the company approved in the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority's cleaning registry?

Can Cleaning Services Become More Expensive Than the Offer?

This can happen if the home's condition or the task deviates from the description. Send photos if necessary and describe pets, difficult surfaces, many items, or other conditions in advance. Ask the provider to contact you before performing work outside the agreement.