Cleaning Prices

It's a common story, an unexpected guest drops by and you're absolutely mortified by your home's bomb-like state! If your home is in a constant state of disarray, employing a fortnightly or monthly house cleaner helps things stay spick and span and will go a long way to keeping your life in order. So, how much is this valuable service worth?  

Cleaning prices on ServiceSeeking.com.au start from an $15 per hour but average out at $29.80 per hour. Cleaners normally spend a few hours at your home, making the average total cleaning price $165.

Duties typically include mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning the bathroom and kitchen. If you want a specific area targeted once in awhile, such as cleaning out the fridge, you may want to confirm the task is included in the quoted price or how much this additional chore will cost. 

Carpet steam cleaning is another popular service required by many homeowners. Whether you're simply after a re-fresh or are looking to do a thorough  “once over” before you move out of a property, carpet steam cleaning is available for an average of $44.08 per hour or $229 per job. Flea treatments are not included in this cost, so if you suspect an infestation, it's best to call an exterminator. An exterminator costs an average of $257 per job and can rid your home of a range of pests including rodents, termites and white ants.  

For those pesky sofa stains, upholstery and and fabric cleaning costs an average of $193 per job. To ensure your home is clean inside and out, you may want to also invest some  attention in window cleaning and high pressure cleaning. A window cleaner costs an average of around $35 per hour, and while it costs an average of $267 per job to clean your home's exterior, this service can be be particularly useful if your home is lightly coloured. The total cost obviously depends on whether the home is single or multi-storeyed. 

Did you know?
Cleaning prices remained unchanged between 2008 & 2009.