House cleaning in West Palm Beach, priced upfront.

What house cleaning costs in West Palm Beach

Search for a house cleaner in West Palm Beach and you will find hourly rates, star ratings and lists of names, but very few actual prices for an actual home. That makes it hard to know what a fair price is, so we publish ours. Every number below is what you pay for a standard clean, with supplies, equipment and insurance included.

Recurring plans cost less because the same cleaner learns your home, each visit gets faster, and we can schedule you predictably. A weekly plan for a 2-bedroom home costs $139 per visit, compared with $185 for a single visit. Over four weekly cleans, you save $184.

How other prices compare

Prices you see elsewhere are quoted in different ways, so it helps to know the ranges. Independent cleaners on marketplaces often list from roughly $22 to $30 an hour, usually without supplies or insurance. Companies that bring everything typically charge about $45 to $65 an hour, or a flat price by home size. A flat clean of a 2-bedroom home is commonly $120 to $200 in published guides. Our $185 one-time price for a 2-bedroom includes supplies, equipment and insurance, and our recurring prices start lower.

Deep clean and move-out prices

A deep clean costs about 50 percent more than a standard clean, and a move-out clean about 45 percent more, because both take longer and go further. For a 2-bedroom home that is about $278 for a deep clean and $268 for a move-in or move-out clean.

Add-on prices

• Oven Deep Clean$45
• Inside Refrigerator$35
• Interior Windows$50
• Laundry (wash & dry)$30
• Dishes$25
• Garage Sweep$60
• Inside Cabinets$55

See every price, plus the calculator, on our house cleaning prices page, or read the full Palm Beach cleaning service guide.

How home size affects price and time

We price by bedroom count because it is the fastest way to estimate time. The table shows the square footage each tier usually covers and how long a standard clean takes. If your home is unusually large or has many bathrooms, we tell you before the first visit so the price never changes on the day.

Three ways to hire a house cleaner in West Palm Beach

There are three common routes, and each suits a different priority. None is wrong. The right one depends on how much you value price, consistency and peace of mind.

The biggest difference is what you know before you book. With an hourly rate, the total depends on how long the visit takes. With an unpublished quote, you learn the price after a call. With a flat published price, you know the total and the scope before anyone arrives.

Standard, deep or move-out: which clean do you need?

The answer comes down to one thing: when the home was last professionally cleaned.

• Standard clean if the home is tidy and gets regular attention. It keeps kitchens, bathrooms, surfaces and floors fresh.
• Deep clean if it has been a few months, you are hosting or you are starting a recurring plan. It adds baseboards, door frames, tile and grout, and the buildup around the stove.
• Move-in or move-out clean for an empty home. It includes the inside of cabinets, closets and appliances, which landlords check most.
• Recurring plan if you want the lowest price per visit and the same cleaner every time.

A common pattern is a deep clean first and a recurring plan after. The deep clean costs more once, and the recurring visits stay short and affordable because the hard work is done. Renters can see what landlords look for in our move-out cleaning checklist. If you want the same person cleaning your home every visit, see our maid service in West Palm Beach guide.

What is included in a house cleaning

Every visit follows a written checklist, so the same things get done each time.

Kitchen

• Counters, sink and stovetop degreased and polished
• Cabinet fronts and appliance exteriors wiped down
• Microwave wiped inside and out
• Floors vacuumed and mopped edge to edge
• Trash emptied and liners replaced

Bathrooms

• Toilets, tubs, showers and sinks scrubbed and disinfected
• Mirrors and fixtures polished streak-free
• Vanities and counters wiped
• Floors cleaned

Bedrooms, living areas and entryways

• Surfaces, shelves and window sills dusted
• Baseboards wiped
• Beds made and floors cleared
• Carpets and rugs vacuumed, hard floors mopped
• Entry mats shaken and floors cleared of sand and grit

Extras such as the inside of the oven, refrigerator and cabinets are add-ons, and a deep clean covers far more detail. The complete checklist and a clear list of what is not included are on our standard cleaning page.

House cleaning across West Palm Beach neighborhoods

West Palm Beach is not one kind of home. A cottage in a historic district, a downtown high-rise condo and a waterfront townhome each ask something different of a cleaner, and a good service plans for it instead of using one checklist for everything.

Historic districts: El Cid, Flamingo Park and Grandview Heights

These neighborhoods have some of the older homes in the city, often with wood floors, plaster walls, original windows and detailed trim. Window tracks, baseboards and floor finishes need gentler methods and more time than a new-build. Tell us about delicate floors or finishes when you book, and we will record them for every visit.

Northwood Village and Pineapple Park

Smaller cottages and bungalows are quick to clean but pick up dust and grit through older windows and doors. Regular visits keep buildup from settling, and many homeowners here choose bi-weekly service.

Downtown condos and apartments

Compact layouts, glass and stone finishes, and building rules define a downtown clean. The bigger issue is logistics, covered in the next section.

Waterfront and Intracoastal homes

Homes near the water collect a fine salt film on glass, railings, fixtures and outdoor-facing windows. It dulls surfaces if left, so glass, tracks and fixtures deserve extra attention. Our article on keeping a Florida home clean in humidity and salt air covers what you can do between visits.

We serve El Cid, Flamingo Park, Northwood Village, Grandview Heights, Pineapple Park and the surrounding ZIP codes 33401, 33405, 33407, 33409, 33411, 33415. See the full West Palm Beach service area or all Palm Beach County cities we clean in.

Cleaning in condos and managed buildings

Many West Palm Beach residents live in condos and managed buildings, and these have rules that can delay a first visit if nobody asks about them early. Send us the building rules when you book, and we will plan around them.

• A vendor registration form or approved-vendor list
• A certificate of insurance naming the building as an additional insured
• Service elevator reservations or loading dock times
• Set working hours, and quiet days or holidays
• Parking or key-fob check-in for the cleaner
• Rules about supplies carried through lobbies

Ask your building manager for the list before the first visit. A cleaner who has it in advance avoids delays on the day.

Cleaning through the West Palm Beach seasons

Florida has a rhythm that a northern cleaning schedule ignores. This is how we would plan a year.

Snowbirds and second homes

A home that sits empty collects dust and humidity, and closed bathrooms grow mildew. Book a clean before you arrive and another after you leave. For longer absences, a monthly visit keeps things in check. Our snowbird home cleaning guide has opening and closing checklists.

Getting ready for your first visit

You do not need to clean before the cleaner arrives, but a few minutes of preparation makes the visit go further.

• Put away valuables, jewelry, cash and anything fragile you would rather not have moved.
• Clear surfaces and floors of clutter so the time goes to cleaning, not tidying.
• Tell us about pets, alarm codes, parking and any door or gate quirks.
• Point out anything that needs special care, such as marble, natural stone or antique finishes.
• Note any areas you want prioritized, such as a kitchen or a guest bathroom.
• Decide whether you will be home. Either is fine.

What to expect on the day

Your cleaner arrives in the agreed window, walks through with your notes, and works top to bottom through the checklist. The first visit often takes a little longer while the cleaner learns your home. Afterward, you get a confirmation, and you can tell us within 24 hours if anything was missed.

Pets and allergies

Pets add hair and dander that take extra time on floors and furniture, so mention them when you book. If anyone in the home has allergies or sensitivities, tell us so we can choose low-fragrance products.

How to choose a house cleaner in West Palm Beach

Whoever you hire, ask these questions first. Our longer guide, how to find a reliable house cleaner, goes through nine of them.

• Is the price flat or hourly, and what does it include? Confirm supplies and equipment are covered.
• Are you insured? Ask for a certificate of insurance.
• Are your cleaners background-checked? You are giving someone access to your home.
• Will I get the same cleaner each time? Consistency is what makes a recurring clean better over time.
• What happens if something is missed? Look for a clear, written re-clean policy.
• Is there a contract? You should be able to skip, pause or cancel without penalty.
• Can I see the checklist? A company that works from a written list can show it.

Housekeeper or house cleaner?

A house cleaner cleans on a schedule, usually as a service from a company or as an independent. A housekeeper is more often a household employee who may also do laundry, errands or meal help. For most homes, a cleaning service is simpler and includes insurance and backup coverage.

Tipping

Tipping is optional. Many clients tip around 10 to 20 percent for an excellent clean, or a set amount for a first visit, a holiday or a heavy job.

What a good house cleaning quote should include

Two quotes can look the same and be very different. Before you compare prices, check that each one answers the same questions.

If a quote leaves any of these out, ask. A company that cannot answer clearly before you book will not be clearer afterward.

Ways to get more from your cleaning budget

• Choose a recurring plan. It is the biggest saving, at up to 26 percent less per visit than a one-time clean.
• Start with one deep clean. It costs more once, then keeps every later visit shorter and cheaper.
• Clear surfaces first. Cleaners spend the time cleaning, not moving clutter.
• Add only what you need. The oven and refrigerator can be added only when they need it.
• Use the first-clean offer. Use the code WELCOME10 for 10 percent off your first clean.
• Book ahead of busy seasons. Winter and pre-holiday weeks fill up first.

Is professional cleaning worth it?

Cleaning a 2-bedroom home yourself takes a professional about 2.5 to 3 hours, and most people take longer once they gather supplies and equipment. A recurring clean at $139 returns those hours to your week. Whether that is worth it depends on what your time is worth, and many people decide after the first visit.

Renting, moving or hosting guests

West Palm Beach has a large rental market and plenty of short-term stays, and both have their own cleaning needs.

• Moving out of a rental. Landlords check the oven, refrigerator, baseboards and bathrooms first. A move-out clean follows that list.
• Moving into a new home. A clean before you unpack means you do it once, in an empty space.
• Hosting short-term guests. Same-day turnovers protect your reviews. See our Airbnb turnover service and turnover checklist.
• Selling your home. A deep clean before photos and showings helps a home present at its best.

Our standards

Reviews take time to earn, so instead of asking you to take our word for it, here is exactly what you can hold us to on every visit.

• A written checklist, followed on every visit.
• Supplies and equipment brought by us, at no extra cost.
• Background-checked cleaners, covered by general liability insurance.
• A flat price confirmed before we arrive.
• A free re-clean if you tell us within 24 hours, and a refund for the visit if we still miss the mark.
• No long-term contracts on recurring plans.

Own or manage a business here? We also clean workplaces. See our guides to commercial cleaning and office cleaning in West Palm Beach.

Where we clean near West Palm Beach

Beyond West Palm Beach, we serve Palm Beach Gardens, Lake Worth Beach, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Greenacres, Lantana, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Jupiter, Loxahatchee, Avenir and Westlake. Not sure we cover your street? See the full service area or send us your ZIP code.

How booking works

• 1. Get your price. Choose your home size and frequency in the calculator below for an instant estimate.
• 2. Request your clean. Tell us about your home and preferred time. It takes about a minute.
• 3. We confirm. We respond within 2 hours during business hours. We confirm the price, the time and anything unusual about your home.
• 4. We clean. Your cleaner arrives on time and works through the checklist.
• 5. You enjoy it. If anything is missed, tell us within 24 hours and we will fix it.