Commercial Cleaning Cost Overview
Commercial cleaning is priced per square foot per visit, with the monthly total depending on how often you schedule service.
Typical ranges by frequency:
- Daily cleaning: $0.07–$0.15/sq ft/visit
- Weekly cleaning: $0.10–$0.20/sq ft/visit
- Bi-weekly/monthly: $0.15–$0.30/sq ft/visit
For a
2,000 sq ft office cleaned weekly, expect to pay
$400–$900/month.
Commercial Cleaning Costs by Building Type
Different building types have different requirements and pricing:
| Building Type | Rate Multiplier | Notes |
|---|
| Office / Professional | 1.0× (baseline) | Standard surfaces, restrooms |
| Retail / Showroom | 1.1–1.2× | High foot traffic |
| Medical / Dental | 1.5–2.0× | Biohazard protocols, OSHA compliance |
| Restaurant | 1.4–1.8× | Grease, kitchen equipment |
| Warehouse / Industrial | 0.7–1.0× | Simpler surfaces, large area discounts |
| School / Daycare | 1.2–1.5× | Sanitization requirements |
| Gym / Fitness | 1.3–1.6× | Equipment cleaning, locker rooms |
What's Included at Each Service Level
Basic (janitorial)
- Empty trash cans
- Vacuum carpeted areas
- Sweep and mop hard floors
- Clean and sanitize restrooms
- Restock paper products
Standard (most common)
Everything in basic, plus:
- Wipe down work surfaces, desks, and countertops
- Clean breakroom/kitchen (microwave, counter, sink)
- Dust horizontal surfaces
- Clean glass doors and partitions
Premium
Everything in standard, plus:
- Detailed dusting (blinds, ceiling vents, baseboards)
- Interior window cleaning
- Floor waxing/burnishing or carpet extracting
- Deep restroom scrubbing
Day Porter Services
A day porter is an on-site cleaner who works during business hours, typically handling:
- Restroom checks and restocking every 1–2 hours
- Lobby maintenance and trash collection
- Spill response
- Conference room turnaround between meetings
Day porter cost: $120–$250/day (22 working days/month = $2,600–$5,500/month)
Key Questions to Ask Commercial Cleaning Companies
- Are your employees W-2 employees or 1099 contractors? (Employees = more accountability)
- Are you bonded and insured? (Critical — this protects you from theft and damage claims)
- Who will be cleaning my building? Will it change weekly?
- What cleaning products do you use? (Important for medical, food service, or allergy-sensitive environments)
- What's your response time for complaints or re-cleans?
How to Get the Best Commercial Cleaning Contract
- Get 3–5 quotes — commercial pricing varies enormously between companies
- Specify exactly what you want — write a detailed scope of work before requesting quotes so all bids are comparable
- Negotiate a trial period — ask for a 30-day trial before signing a long-term contract
- Add a performance clause — include the right to terminate without penalty if quality standards aren't met
Use our commercial cleaning calculator to get a monthly cost estimate for your facility.