Updated: Read our latest 2021 House Cleaner Price Guide.
Average price of a house cleaner in the UK
£10 – £20 per hour
What can I expect to pay for a house cleaner?
Want to hire a house cleaner but not sure of the cost? Read on to find out how much your cleaning expert will charge for regular visits, one-off cleaning services, deep cleans, and more. With the housework out of the way, you’ll have more time to focus on what matters in life.
Benefits of hiring a cleaning service
We all want a pristine home, but let’s be honest, scrubbing the floors or dusting for hours isn’t on the top of our list of priorities – especially when life is already so hectic! Whether you’re looking for a one-off clean or regular visits, hiring a house cleaner is a great way to keep your home in tip-top condition, giving you the time to focus on what’s important to you.
A house cleaner will be armed with the tools and knowledge to get rid of stubborn stains and keep your home germ-free. If you are looking for specialist services like oven or end of tenancy cleaning, Bark can help you find an expert for the job.
How much does a house cleaner cost in the UK?
There is no fixed rate for house cleaning, but to give you a general idea, we’ve put together a breakdown of the average cost based on the prices of local UK professionals:
| Average cost (per hour) | £15 |
| Minimum cost (per hour) | £10 |
| Maximum cost (per hour) | £20 |
What changes the price of hiring a house cleaner?
The cost of domestic cleaning services can vary depending on a number of factors. These include:
- Type of cleaning service
- Number and size of rooms
- Condition of your house – deep cleaning vs. regular cleaning
- Location
Type of cleaning service
There are lots of different cleaning services available based on the requirements for your home. Some cleaning services need more time, effort, and specialist equipment than others, which makes them more expensive per hour. To get a better idea of how much different types of cleaning services cost on average, see our handy breakdown below:
| Type of cleaning | Average price (per hour) |
|---|---|
| Window cleaning | £25 |
| General cleaning | £15 |
| Floor cleaning | £15 |
| After building work cleaning | £14 |
| Fridge cleaning | £12 |
| Upholstery cleaning | £12 |
Some cleaning services are normally charged at a set price instead of per hour:
| Type of cleaning | Average set price |
| Carpet cleaning (per room) | £25 – £35 |
| Oven cleaning (per appliance) | £45 – £60 |
Number and size of rooms
It’s no surprise that the more rooms you have, the higher the price of a house cleaner will be. Some rooms take longer to clean than others. Bathrooms are notorious for being a pain to clean as they get dirty so quickly, so the more bathrooms you have, the more you will pay.
If you have bigger rooms, the cost per hour or set price will be higher. To give you an understanding of this, here’s how much a carpet cleaning service will cost on average depending on the size of the room:
| Room size | Average cost (in total) |
| Small | £25 |
| Medium | £30 |
| Large | £35 |
Condition of your house
If you’ve neglected your home for too long, a house cleaner will charge more as they’ll need more time to whip it back into shape. If you feel like your home needs that extra little bit of TLC, you may want to hire someone for a deep clean, which is normally carried out every 3-6 months. A deep clean is more expensive than a regular clean, which is normally carried out every 1-2 weeks.
A regular clean involves:
- Tidying the house
- Cleaning the bathroom (toilet, shower, sink)
- Cleaning the kitchen (wiping counters, cleaning hobs, removing rubbish)
A deep clean involves:
- Removing limescale from shower heads
- Oven cleaning
- Window cleaning
Deep cleaning is more expensive as it requires a more thorough job.
| Type of cleaning | Average price (per hour) |
| Regular cleaning | £10 – 15 |
| Deep cleaning | £15 – £20 |
Location
Another factor to consider is your location. Like most services, expect to pay more if you live in bigger cities, like London. To give you a better idea, here is the average cost of a house cleaner in the big smoke compared to other parts of the UK. Find a house cleaner in London.
| Location | Average price (per hour) |
| London | £15 – £20 |
| Rest of UK | £10 – £15 |
How can I save money on house cleaning services?
- Regular cleaning – If you hire a cleaner on a regular basis you will keep costs down as you won’t have to pay a hefty fee for a deep-cleaning service later down the line.
- Keep labour time at a minimum – If you want to keep costs down, be picky when choosing which rooms need to be cleaned, as this will reduce the labour time needed and total price. Bedrooms are fairly low maintenance, so you could clean these yourself to minimise costs.
- Price packages – Some cleaners will offer discounts for regular weekly or biweekly visits – so don’t be afraid to haggle!
Need a break from cleaning? Let us do the legwork for you. Find a House Cleaner on Bark.com