Cleaning Services Prices
Australia · Updated 25 March 2026 · 9 sourced service benchmarks
Cleaning Prices by Service
National average prices — standard residential property
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular House Clean Standard domestic clean benchmarked as a 3-hour visit. | $90 per 3-hour visit | $105 per 3-hour visit | $120 per 3-hour visit |
| Bathroom Cleaning Single bathroom cleaning job benchmark. | $65 per job | $141 per job | $350 per job |
| End of Lease / Bond Clean Vacate clean benchmark for a standard property. | $270 per property | $428 per property | $585 per property |
| Oven Cleaning Standalone professional oven clean. | $60 per job | $178 per job | $600 per job |
| Window Cleaning Standard residential window cleaning service. | $80 per job | $150 per job | $220 per job |
| Carpet Cleaning Single-room carpet steam or dry cleaning benchmark. | $35 per room | $50 per room | $65 per room |
| Upholstery Cleaning Fabric sofa or similar upholstery cleaning job. | $60 per job | $198 per job | $600 per job |
| Office Cleaning Commercial office cleaning benchmark charged hourly. | $30 per hour | $45 per hour | $66 per hour |
| Post-Construction / Builder's Clean Builder's clean after renovation or construction. | $35.50 per hour | $35.75 per hour | $40 per hour |
Based on 9 published Australian service benchmarks · Prices in AUD · Updated 25 March 2026 · How we collect this
Routine Clean vs Bond Clean vs Builder's Clean
The biggest pricing jump usually comes from scope. Routine domestic cleaning is the cheapest benchmark, bond cleans are fixed-scope property resets, and builder's cleans are specialist hourly jobs after dust, debris, and renovation work.
What Affects Cleaning Prices?
Published guides consistently point to scope, room count, access, and city labour rates as the main price drivers.
House Size & Layout
The published hipages end-of-lease benchmark climbs from studio pricing to 4-bedroom-home pricing, and broader marketplace guides show the same pattern. Larger homes simply create more labour hours and more inspection points.
Number of Bathrooms
Bathroom-heavy jobs are their own category in ServiceSeeking's data because showers, grout, glass, toilets, and mould treatment take longer than general dust-and-vacuum tasks.
Current Condition
Marketplace ranges widen sharply once a job moves from maintenance cleaning into restoration work. That is why end-of-lease, upholstery, oven, and post-construction jobs all carry much wider published ranges than a simple recurring clean.
Frequency Discount
Most guide pages benchmark routine residential cleaning separately from one-off specialist jobs. In practice, recurring work usually attracts tighter quoting because cleaners can predict scope and travel more accurately.
Pets
Extra hair, odour treatment, and upholstery work often push a routine clean into a more specialised scope. It is worth flagging pets upfront so the cleaner quotes the right service category.
Location
Oneflare's state hourly benchmarks run highest in NSW and Victoria, while Queensland and WA sit below those eastern-capital rates. Access, parking, and travel still matter, especially for apartment or outer-metro jobs.
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More bedrooms, bathrooms, and floor area usually mean a wider labour range than the headline service suggests.
Grease, mould, pet hair, and heavy build-up are the fastest ways to push a clean into premium territory.
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Absolute Domestics
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| Service | Jim's | Absolute |
|---|---|---|
| Regular House Clean (2-3 bed) | $170 | $140 |
| Deep Clean | $350 | $290 |
| End of Lease Clean (2 bed) | $380 | $330 |
| End of Lease Clean (3 bed) | $460 | $410 |
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Cleaning Types Explained
Not all cleans are equal. Understanding the difference helps you book the right service and avoid overpaying.
Regular House Clean ($90–$120 per 3-hour visit)
This is the benchmark for a standard domestic tidy-up: vacuuming, mopping, kitchen and bathroom wipe-downs, and general surface cleaning. The published Oneflare guide prices it as a 3-hour service, which makes it the closest apples-to-apples reference point for routine residential bookings.
Bathroom Cleaning ($65–$350 per job)
Bathroom-heavy jobs cost more quickly because scrubbing, soap-scum removal, grout, shower glass, and sanitising all take time. ServiceSeeking's marketplace data shows bathroom-only jobs can span a wide range depending on how much restoration is required.
End of Lease / Bond Clean ($270–$585 per property)
This is the fixed-scope vacate clean that aims to satisfy a property manager inspection. hipages publishes the clearest national benchmark by property size, while ServiceSeeking shows the category can move materially higher when the property is large or heavily soiled.
Window Cleaning ($80–$220 per job)
Oneflare's window-cleaning guide is a better benchmark than broad cleaning guides for this category because it isolates standard residential window jobs from full vacate or post-build work.
Carpet Cleaning ($35–$65 per room)
For carpet work, Oneflare separates single-room, whole-home, square-metre, steam, and dry-cleaning benchmarks. That makes it a cleaner comparison point than folding carpet pricing into a broader bond-clean quote.
Cleaning Prices by Country
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Australia
House cleaning, bond cleans, oven, windows
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United Kingdom
Domestic cleaning, end of tenancy, ironing
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United States
House cleaning, maid service, move-out cleans
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Canada
House cleaning, move-out, eco-friendly cleans
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New Zealand
House cleaning, end of tenancy, oven cleans
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End of Lease Cleaning in Australia
End of lease (bond) cleaning is one of the most common cleaning services in Australia, with millions of rental properties turning over each year. Requirements differ by state, but in general a bond clean must return the property to the condition noted in the entry condition report.
What's Included in an End of Lease Clean
- All rooms vacuumed and mopped
- Kitchen — oven, stovetop, rangehood, cupboards
- Bathrooms — tiles, grout, toilet, vanity
- Windows (interior), tracks and sills
- Walls — spot cleaning marks
- Blinds, light fittings, skirting boards
Getting Your Bond Back
Most property managers use a detailed checklist during the final inspection. Using a professional cleaner who offers a bond-back guarantee is the safest option. If the first inspection fails, reputable cleaners will return to address deficiencies at no extra cost within 48–72 hours. Keep your receipt — tribunals and tenancy authorities often ask for proof of professional cleaning.
End of Lease Cleaning: What Real Estate Agents Check
Property managers use a detailed checklist during the final inspection. Missing even one item can delay your bond refund by weeks.
Kitchen
Oven interior, stovetop, rangehood filter, splashback, cupboard interiors, sink and drain, benchtops, dishwasher interior
Bathrooms
Shower screen (no soap scum), tile grout, toilet bowl and cistern, vanity and mirror, exhaust fan, tapware (no limescale)
Bedrooms
Wardrobe interiors and tracks, carpet edges and corners, window sills and tracks, blinds, light fittings, ceiling fan blades
Living Areas
Skirting boards, light switches (fingerprints), air conditioning filters, behind doors, power points, carpet/floor entire area
Laundry
Laundry tub, behind washing machine area, dryer vent, cupboard interiors, lint and dust behind fixtures
Outdoors
Cobwebs around entries, garage floor (if included), balcony/patio surface, exterior window sills, screen doors
Bond-back guarantee: Reputable cleaners offer a guarantee — if the agent fails the clean, the company returns within 48–72 hours to fix any deficiencies at no extra cost. Always get this in writing and keep your receipt.
DIY vs Professional Cleaning — When to Hire
DIY Makes Sense For
- Regular weekly maintenance (vacuuming, mopping, tidying)
- Small apartments with 1 bathroom
- Touch-up cleaning between professional visits
- Single rooms or specific tasks (oven clean kits, window spray)
Hire a Professional For
- End of lease cleaning (bond-back guarantee is critical)
- Deep cleans — professionals have commercial-grade products and steam equipment
- Post-renovation or construction cleans (fine dust requires specialist vacuums)
- Large homes (4+ bedrooms) — a team of 2–3 cleaners can finish in 3 hours what takes one person all day
- Regular cleaning when you need predictable scope and a fixed professional standard
What to Expect: Hiring a Cleaner
A step-by-step guide from first enquiry to walk-through sign-off
Decide on the scope of work
Work out exactly what you need: a regular recurring clean, a one-off deep clean, an end-of-lease bond clean, or a specialist job like post-construction or oven cleaning. Having a clear scope lets cleaners quote accurately and avoids surprise extras on the day.
Typical duration: 10–15 min
Get 2–3 written quotes
Request quotes from at least two providers. A good cleaning quote specifies included rooms, tasks, products, hours, and any exclusions (exterior windows, carpet steam cleaning, mould treatment). For bond cleans, confirm whether a bond-back guarantee is included and what it covers.
Typical duration: 1–3 business days
Check insurance and reviews
Verify the cleaner has public liability insurance (minimum $5M is standard in Australia). Read recent Google or marketplace reviews, paying attention to reliability and whether the cleaner addresses complaints. For bond cleans, ask how many bond-back re-cleans they have done.
Typical duration: 15–30 min
Prepare the property
Clear benchtops, pick up floor clutter, and secure valuables. For end-of-lease cleans, move all personal belongings out first — cleaners should not be working around furniture and boxes. Leave keys or arrange access if you will not be home.
Typical duration: 30–60 min
The cleaning day
A team of 2–3 cleaners is standard for a full house or bond clean. They work room by room, usually starting with wet areas (kitchen, bathrooms) and finishing with floors. Expect a 3-bedroom house to take 3–5 hours for a regular clean and 5–8 hours for a bond clean.
Typical duration: 3–8 hours
Walk-through and sign-off
Walk through the property with the cleaner (or check the photos they send). For bond cleans, compare the result against your entry condition report. Flag any missed items immediately — reputable cleaners will address them on the spot or return within 48 hours under their guarantee.
Typical duration: 15–30 min
How to Save Money on Cleaning
Practical tips to get more value from professional cleaning services
Book recurring cleans instead of one-offs
Weekly or fortnightly recurring cleans are 10–20% cheaper per visit than one-off bookings. The cleaner knows your home, scope is predictable, and they can schedule you efficiently between other regular clients.
Declutter before the cleaner arrives
Every minute a cleaner spends moving toys, dishes, or clutter off surfaces is a minute not spent actually cleaning. Clearing benchtops and floors before they arrive means more cleaning per dollar.
Bundle specialist tasks into one visit
If you need oven cleaning, window cleaning, and a general tidy-up, booking them as a single visit saves travel time and setup. Most cleaners offer a package discount for combined jobs.
Book during off-peak months (April–August)
Cleaning demand drops after the summer rental turnover rush. Booking deep cleans or bond cleans in autumn or winter gives you better availability and often 5–15% lower pricing.
Compare scope, not just hourly rate
A $40/hour cleaner who takes 5 hours costs more than a $50/hour cleaner who finishes in 3. Ask for a fixed-scope quote with a clear task list rather than comparing hourly rates alone.
Do your own maintenance cleans between professional visits
Fortnightly professional cleans combined with a quick DIY vacuum and bathroom wipe-down in between keeps the home in good shape and reduces the professional scope needed each visit.
Best Time of Year for Cleaning Services
When to book for the best price and availability
| Season | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (Sep–Nov) | High | Spring cleaning season plus pre-Christmas bookings push demand up. Regular domestic cleans stay available, but deep cleans and specialist jobs (windows, carpets) book out 2–3 weeks ahead. Good time for a post-winter refresh. |
| Summer (Dec–Feb) | Very High | Peak season. End-of-lease cleans surge as rental turnover hits its annual high in January–February. Holiday entertaining drives deep-clean bookings. Expect the tightest availability and highest prices of the year. Book bond cleans 3–4 weeks ahead. |
| Autumn (Mar–May) | Moderate | Demand eases as the rental rush fades. A good window for deep cleans, carpet steam cleaning, and annual oven or window work at better rates. Teams are more available for mid-week bookings. |
| Winter (Jun–Aug) | Low | Quietest period for cleaning services. Off-peak discounts of 5–15% are common. Best time to book specialist jobs (mould treatment, carpet cleaning) or lock in a new recurring schedule at a lower rate. |
Cleaning Price Trends (2024–2026)
Year-over-year average cost comparison for common cleaning services
| Service | 2024 Avg | 2025 Avg | 2026 Avg | 2-Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular House Clean (3-bed) | $145/visit | $160/visit | $170/visit | +17.2% |
| End of Lease (2-bed) | $310/job | $335/job | $360/job | +16.1% |
| End of Lease (3-bed) | $400/job | $435/job | $470/job | +17.5% |
| Deep Clean (3-bed) | $360/job | $395/job | $420/job | +16.7% |
| Oven Clean | $115/job | $130/job | $140/job | +21.7% |
| Window Cleaning (avg home) | $175/job | $190/job | $210/job | +20.0% |
| Carpet Steam (3 rooms) | $145/job | $160/job | $170/job | +17.2% |
| Post-Construction Clean | $43/hr | $47/hr | $50/hr | +16.3% |
What’s Driving Price Increases
Cleaning prices have risen 10–17% across most categories since 2024. The primary drivers are minimum wage increases (cleaning is labour-intensive with limited mechanisation), public liability insurance premiums up 8–12%, fuel and vehicle costs, and tighter vacate-clean expectations from property managers. Bond cleans have risen faster than regular domestic cleans because scope creep — agents now expect oven interiors, window tracks, and blind cleaning as standard.
Regional Differences
Sydney is 15–20% above the national average for most cleaning categories, driven by higher wages, travel time, and inner-city parking costs. Melbourne sits 5–10% above average. Brisbane and Perth are close to the national benchmark. Adelaide and Hobart are 5–10% below, reflecting lower overheads and less congestion. Regional towns vary — limited provider choice can push prices above capital city rates despite lower cost of living.
Supply and Demand Factors
The rental market drives the largest spikes. January–February lease turnover and the pre-Christmas rush create predictable bottlenecks. Short-stay rental management (Airbnb turnovers) has added a new demand layer that did not exist a decade ago. Post-renovation cleans are growing as the home renovation market remains strong. On the supply side, cleaning has low barriers to entry, so new operators enter the market quickly, but quality and reliability vary widely.
2026–2027 Outlook
Expect cleaning prices to rise a further 3–5% through 2027, roughly tracking wage growth and CPI. Bond-clean pricing will continue to outpace regular domestic cleans as agent expectations increase. Platform-based booking (Airtasker, Maid2Match, Absolute Domestics) is creating more price transparency, which may compress margins for casual operators but is unlikely to reduce the baseline set by insured, established providers. Eco-friendly and low-chemical cleaning is an emerging premium tier.
City-Specific Cleaning Guide
How cleaning costs and conditions vary across Australia's major cities
Sydney
Sydney is the most expensive capital for cleaning services, driven by higher labour costs, travel time, and parking challenges. Inner-city apartments cost more per hour due to building access, lifts, and security requirements. Western Sydney suburbs are more competitively priced.
Melbourne
Melbourne pricing sits just below Sydney. The large rental market drives strong bond-clean demand year-round. Inner-north and inner-south apartments attract premium rates. Outer suburbs (Cranbourne, Werribee) are 10–15% cheaper than inner-city rates.
Brisbane
Brisbane cleaning rates are 10–15% below Sydney and Melbourne. The sub-tropical climate means mould treatment is a more common add-on, especially in older homes without good ventilation. Demand spikes in January–February with rental turnover.
Adelaide
Adelaide has some of the most competitive cleaning rates in Australia. Lower overheads and less traffic congestion keep prices down. Bond-clean pricing is noticeably cheaper than eastern capitals, though specialist work (post-construction, mould) is priced similarly.
Perth
Perth pricing is moderate — above Brisbane and Adelaide but below Sydney and Melbourne. The mining-cycle economy creates variable demand: when resources boom, cleaners can charge more as workers move to higher-paying sectors. FIFO households are a steady source of regular domestic bookings.
Common Questions
How much does a house clean cost in Australia?
The current published benchmark on this page is $90–$120 per 3-hour visit. Oneflare also publishes routine house-cleaning rates at $30–$40 per hour, with NSW and Victoria sitting above Queensland and WA in the state-level hourly guide.
How much does an end of lease clean cost in Australia?
hipages currently publishes a national benchmark of $270–$585 per property from studio to 4-bedroom properties. ServiceSeeking's marketplace data shows the category can run higher for large homes or heavily soiled jobs, so a fixed-scope quote is the safest comparison.
How often should I have my house professionally cleaned?
Fortnightly cleaning is a common middle ground for households that want predictable upkeep without paying for a weekly visit. Homes with pets, children, or heavy traffic often shift to weekly cleaning, while lower-use homes may be fine with monthly or one-off specialist work.
What does a deep clean include vs a regular clean?
A regular clean covers routine maintenance — vacuuming, mopping, bathroom resets, and kitchen wipe-downs. A deep or specialist clean expands the scope to inside ovens, heavier bathroom scrubbing, upholstery, windows, grout, mould treatment, or post-construction dust removal.
Do I need to provide cleaning products?
Most professional cleaning companies supply their own products and equipment. If you have specific product preferences — eco-friendly, fragrance-free, or particular brands — discuss that before booking. For end-of-lease cleans, confirm whether specialist degreasers, carpet equipment, or mould treatment are included in the quoted scope.
How much does carpet steam cleaning cost?
Oneflare's current guide places single-room carpet cleaning at $35–$65 per room and a three-bedroom home at $190–$320. End-of-lease carpet work is often quoted separately from the bond clean, so check whether carpet treatment is bundled or added as a line item.
Should I tip my cleaner in Australia?
Tipping is not expected or customary in Australia for cleaning services. If your cleaner does exceptional work, the best way to show appreciation is a positive review, referral to friends, or a small gift at Christmas.
What's the cheapest way to get my house cleaned?
Compare like-for-like scope first. A routine clean benchmark is much cheaper than bathroom restoration, oven work, upholstery cleaning, or end-of-lease cleaning, so the cheapest outcome usually comes from stripping the quote back to the exact rooms and tasks you actually need.
How long does a professional clean take?
Timing depends on the service category and how much restoration is involved. Routine domestic cleans are the fastest jobs, while bond cleans and post-construction cleans usually take materially longer because they include more rooms, more inspection points, and more detailed finishing work.
Are cleaning prices going up in Australia?
Yes. Cleaning costs have risen 10–17% since 2024 depending on the service type. Regular domestic cleans have increased more slowly (around 10–13%), while bond cleans and specialist services have risen faster due to scope creep and stricter property manager expectations. Expect a further 3–5% rise through 2027.
Is it cheaper to hire an individual cleaner or a cleaning company?
Individual cleaners are typically 15–25% cheaper per hour than cleaning companies because they have lower overheads. However, companies offer insurance, bond-back guarantees, backup staff if someone is sick, and teams that can finish larger jobs faster. For regular domestic cleans, an individual may be fine. For bond cleans, a company with a guarantee is usually safer.
What is a bond-back guarantee?
A bond-back guarantee means the cleaning company will return to fix any items that fail the property manager's inspection, typically within 48–72 hours at no extra cost. This is standard for reputable end-of-lease cleaners. Always get the guarantee in writing and keep your cleaning receipt — tenancy tribunals often require proof of professional cleaning if there is a bond dispute.
How much does a move-in clean cost?
A move-in clean is similar in scope to a bond clean and is usually priced in the same range — $280–$550 for a 2–3 bedroom property. It covers a full deep clean of all rooms, kitchen appliances, bathrooms, and floors before you move furniture in. Some tenants book one before moving in to ensure the property meets their own standard, not just the agent's checklist.
How We Get These Prices
The visible Australia figures on this page come from six published guide URLs: Oneflare cleaner, window-cleaning, and carpet-cleaning guides; hipages end-of-lease and builder-clean guides; and ServiceSeeking's cleaning cost guide.
Methodology: We mapped each published range or published average into the cleaning AU JSON file, kept the original unit where the source did so, and only inferred an average when a page published a minimum and maximum but no midpoint.
Sample size: 9 current service benchmarks on this page, each tied to at least one published source URL in the Australia cleaning data file.
City multipliers: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth multipliers are derived from Oneflare's state hourly ranges compared against ServiceSeeking's national hourly house-cleaning average. They are directional city guides, not separate scraped quote sets.
Disclaimer: These prices are indicative guides only. Actual cleaning costs depend on property size, condition, pet hair, mould or grease buildup, access, parking, and whether linen, supplies, windows, or carpet cleaning are included. Ask each provider for a written inclusion list before comparing totals.
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