Janitorial and commercial cleaning services cost $0.08 to $0.20 per square foot on average, or $25 to $100 per hour per cleaner (HomeGuide, December 2023)1. HomeAdvisor puts the average at $390 per visit, within a normal range of $200 to $700 and a full range of $70 to $1,500 depending on space size and service frequency (June 2026)3; Angi quotes per-visit totals of $70 to $1,500 or more, with hourly rates of $20 to $90 (October 2026)2 — the two are corporate siblings, and matching figures alone don’t establish independent corroboration. Thumbtack’s marketplace data puts the national average cost to hire commercial cleaners for an office at $253, with a typical range of $161 to $402 (March 2026); its page doesn’t state the unit those averages cover4. HomeGuide’s averages draw on its proprietary cost database; Thumbtack’s figures are marketplace data for office cleaning specifically. All figures are the latest published data from each source.
Cost per square foot
HomeGuide puts commercial cleaning at $0.08 to $0.20 per square foot on average, depending on business type, size, location, frequency, and services provided, with rates exceeding $0.30 per square foot for businesses with more bathrooms and kitchens or when the space needs deep cleaning1. Angi and HomeAdvisor both publish $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot23. HomeAdvisor notes many companies price by the hour for one or two cleanings per week and switch to per-square-foot pricing at three or more weekly cleanings3.
Cost by business type
HomeGuide’s rates by facility type1:
| Business type | Per hour (per worker) | Per square foot |
|---|---|---|
| Standard office | $25 – $50 | $0.08 – $0.20 |
| Retail store | $25 – $50 | $0.08 – $0.20 |
| Restaurant | $50 – $80 | $0.15 – $0.30 |
| Medical office | $30 – $80 | $0.10 – $0.30 |
| Medical facility | $50 – $100 | $0.15 – $0.40 |
| Industrial facility | $50 – $90 | $0.15 – $0.35 |
| School / educational facility | $30 – $80 | $0.10 – $0.30 |
| Church / religious building | $25 – $50 | $0.08 – $0.20 |
Angi’s rates by facility type2:
| Facility type | Per square foot | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Office | $0.10 – $0.20 | $20 – $80 |
| Medical | $0.20 – $0.50 | $35 – $80 |
| Industrial | $0.15 – $0.35 | $50 – $90 |
| Retail | $0.05 – $0.10 | $20 – $50 |
| Educational | $0.10 – $0.30 | $30 – $80 |
| Post-construction | $0.15 – $0.60 | $30 – $50 |
The sources draw their category lines differently — HomeGuide splits medical into office and facility and lists restaurants and churches, while Angi uses a single medical category and adds post-construction — so the figures appear in separate tables rather than side by side. HomeAdvisor’s prose rates: office cleaning at $20 to $80 per hour, medical offices at $35 to $80 per hour, and retail at $20 to $50 per hour or $0.05 to $0.20 per square foot3.
Cost by facility size
Angi and HomeAdvisor publish the identical per-visit size table23:
| Facility size | Average cost per visit (Angi & HomeAdvisor) |
|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 sq ft | $70 – $250 |
| 1,000 – 5,000 sq ft | $150 – $600 |
| 5,000 – 20,000 sq ft | $400 – $2,000 |
| 20,000+ sq ft | $1,000 – $2,500+ |
HomeGuide’s monthly prices by square footage1:
| Square feet | Average cost per month (HomeGuide, 3 visits per week) |
|---|---|
| Under 1,000 | $100 – $250 |
| 1,000 – 2,000 | $200 – $400 |
| 2,000 – 4,000 | $250 – $800 |
| 4,000 – 6,000 | $350 – $1,200 |
| 6,000 – 8,000 | $500 – $1,600 |
| 8,000 – 10,000 | $650 – $2,000+ |
HomeGuide notes these monthly figures assume three cleaning visits per week1. Its text elsewhere puts small offices needing only light cleaning at $200 to $400 per month — above the table’s $100 to $250 bracket for spaces under 1,000 square feet — and larger spaces needing daily or specialized cleaning at $2,000 or more per month; the page doesn’t reconcile the small-office figures1.
Thumbtack publishes average costs by office size from its marketplace data, but doesn’t state whether the figures are per visit, per month, or another unit4:
| Office size | Average cost (Thumbtack, unit not stated) |
|---|---|
| 0 – 1,000 sq ft | $211 |
| 1,000 – 2,000 sq ft | $376 |
| 2,000 – 3,000 sq ft | $435 |
| 3,000 – 4,000 sq ft | $577 |
| 4,000 – 5,000 sq ft | $834 |
Cost by cleaning frequency
Angi’s per-visit prices by cleaning frequency2:
| Frequency | Best for (per Angi) | Average cost per visit |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | High-traffic, hygiene-critical spaces | $100 – $500 |
| Weekly | Standard office or retail | $150 – $600 |
| Biweekly | Low-traffic or smaller businesses | $200 – $700 |
| Monthly | Minimal use or maintenance | $200 – $800 |
| One-time | Deep clean or special event | $300 – $1,500+ |
HomeGuide says per-visit prices are lower when regular service runs at least 3 to 5 times per week, and that less-frequent cleaning gives dirt and trash more time to build up, which can increase the total cleaning time required by 60% to 70%1.
Add-on services
Add-on prices as published, with each source’s stated unit; (unit not stated) marks figures the source publishes without a unit123:
| Add-on | HomeGuide | Angi | HomeAdvisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet cleaning | $35 – $55 per room | $0.10 – $0.40 per sq ft | $0.10 – $0.40 per sq ft |
| Floor waxing / polishing / buffing | $0.30 – $0.60 per sq ft | (listed with carpet cleaning) | $0.10 – $0.40 per sq ft |
| Interior window washing | (included in standard rates) | $2 – $10 per window | $2 – $10 per window |
| Exterior window washing | $0.50 – $2.50 per sq ft | $0.50 – $2.50 per sq ft | (not listed) |
| Upholstery cleaning | $25 – $55 per office chair; $100 – $400 per sofa | $25 – $55 per item | $25 – $55 per item |
| Disinfecting / high-touch disinfection | $10 – $30 per room | $0.05 – $0.15 per sq ft | $0.05 – $0.15 per sq ft |
| Appliance cleaning | $10 – $40 per appliance | (not listed) | $20 – $40 per appliance (oven) |
| Pressure / power washing | $0.35 – $0.77 per sq ft | $0.10 – $0.75 per sq ft | $25 – $100 per hour |
| Scrubbing tile floors | $0.12 – $0.27 per sq ft | (not listed) | (not listed) |
| Air vent and duct cleaning | (not listed) | (not listed) | $0.15 – $0.25 per sq ft |
| Waste removal | (not listed) | (not listed) | $130 – $370 (unit not stated) |
Angi lists carpet cleaning and floor waxing together at $0.10 to $0.40 per square foot2; HomeAdvisor lists the two separately at the same rate3. Angi and HomeAdvisor publish matching upholstery, interior window, and disinfection rates. HomeGuide says most companies charge extra for carpets, exterior windows, floor waxing, and disinfecting beyond their standard rates1.
Cleaning supplies
Standard cleaning products are typically included in the rate. Angi quotes add-on pricing for product upgrades: eco-friendly or green products at $0.02 to $0.05 more per square foot, and specialty products such as medical-grade or hypoallergenic supplies at $0.05 to $0.15 more per square foot2.
What standard service includes
Per HomeGuide, standard commercial cleaning rates typically cover sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; dusting desks and surfaces; wiping tables and non-fabric chairs; emptying trash and replacing liners; cleaning bathroom fixtures and restocking supplies; cleaning conference rooms, break rooms, and kitchens; cleaning interior glass doors and windows; and cleaning elevators and stairs1.
Contracts and pricing structure
HomeAdvisor says many companies price hourly for one or two cleanings per week and per square foot for three or more weekly cleanings3. HomeGuide says prices are typically lower with a contract for a set number of visits per week or month, and that both short-term and long-term contracts are common alongside on-demand service1. Angi notes many businesses see a cost benefit with recurring contracts2.
In-house cleaning vs. hiring a service
HomeAdvisor estimates an in-house cleaning crew at $100 to $1,200 per visit once wages, supplies, and training are included, versus $150 to $1,500 per visit for an outside service3. Angi suggests assigning daily light tasks like wiping surfaces and emptying trash to staff while leaving scheduled cleaning to the professionals2.
Post-construction cleanup
HomeAdvisor puts post-construction cleanup at $275 to $710 for most jobs, with large sites topping $1,300, at $0.15 to $0.60 per square foot or $30 to $50 per hour3. Angi publishes the same per-square-foot and hourly rates for post-construction cleaning2.
Tipping
Tipping is not standard in commercial cleaning, per Angi; businesses that choose to tip commonly offer $10 to $20 per cleaner or a lump sum around the holidays, and many leave positive reviews or holiday bonuses instead2.
Choosing a cleaning service
HomeGuide recommends getting quotes from at least three licensed, bonded, and insured companies; looking for certification from industry organizations such as ISSA, CMI, or BSCAI (its list also names OSHA, a regulator rather than a body that certifies cleaning companies); asking for references; and getting a detailed written contract covering services, schedule, and prices1.
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Sources
Figures are the latest published data from each source; dates shown are each page’s stated update or byline date. Angi states its page was created using automation technology and fact-checked and edited by an Angi editor; HomeAdvisor states its page was updated using automation technology and reviewed by a HomeAdvisor editor.
- HomeGuide, “How Much Does Commercial Cleaning Cost? (2026 Prices)” (byline December 13, 2023). Averages based on HomeGuide’s proprietary cost database. homeguide.com/costs/commercial-cleaning-prices
- Angi, “How Much Does Commercial Cleaning Cost? [2026 Data]” (updated October 12, 2026). angi.com/articles/commercial-cleaning-cost.htm
- HomeAdvisor, “How Much Does Commercial Cleaning Cost?” (updated June 20, 2026). homeadvisor.com/cost/cleaning-services/commercial-cleaning-rates
- Thumbtack, “2026 Commercial Cleaning Cost” (updated March 31, 2026). thumbtack.com/p/commercial-cleaning-prices