How much are commercial cleaning rates?
Commercial cleaning typically costs $0.08–$0.25 per square foot per visit, or $30–$60 per hour per cleaner for smaller or ad-hoc jobs. Large spaces on frequent schedules land at the bottom of the range; small offices cleaned weekly pay the top rates.
Ranges are typical planning guides — actual price varies by region, access, materials and your local pro. Always get a written quote.
| Pricing basis | Typical rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Per square foot, per visit | $0.08–$0.25 | Standard for contracts |
| Per hour, per cleaner | $30–$60 | Small or one-off jobs |
| Medical / specialty space | $0.20–$0.40 / sq ft | Stricter protocols |
| Floor strip & wax (periodic) | $0.30–$0.75 / sq ft | Quoted separately |
What affects the price
Frequency and size
Nightly service over a big footprint is efficient, so the per-square-foot rate drops. A small office cleaned once a week carries setup and travel on every visit and pays the highest rates.
Type of facility
Open-plan offices are the baseline. Medical suites, gyms, restaurants and industrial sites need stricter protocols, more restroom and touch-point work, and higher rates.
Scope beyond the basics
Trash, vacuum, restrooms and kitchens form the base contract. Windows, carpet extraction and floor strip-and-wax are periodic extras that should be quoted as separate line items.
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How much are commercial cleaning rates?
Typically $0.08–$0.25 per square foot per visit for regular contracts, or $30–$60 per hour per cleaner for small and one-off jobs. Specialty facilities pay more.
How do I calculate a commercial cleaning bid?
Measure the cleanable square footage, set a realistic production rate (2,500–4,000 sq ft per hour per cleaner for offices), cost the labor and supplies, then add overheads and margin.
Why do small offices pay a higher rate per square foot?
Travel, setup and minimum-visit time are spread over less area. A 2,000 sq ft office cannot match the per-foot efficiency of a 40,000 sq ft building on nightly service.