What questions should I ask a house cleaner?

<div>There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/11-questions-ask-house-cleaning-services.htm">things to know before hiring a house cleaner</a> to do any work on your home.<ul><li>What services do they offer?</li><li>Do they work alone or with a company?</li><li>Do they have any references you can check?</li><li>Do they conduct background checks on employees?</li><li>When can they get you an estimate?</li><li>Do they have insurance?</li><li>Do they offer a guarantee?</li><li>How do they set rates?</li><li>Do they bring cleaning supplies and equipment?</li><li>Do you need to be home when they clean?</li><li>What arrangements do you need to make for pets?</li><li>Is there a written contract?</li></ul></div>

Should you tip house cleaners?

<div>Although tipping is not a requirement, many people <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tip-house-cleaners.htm">tip house cleaners</a> around 10% to 15% of the final cleaning cost. Some people tip as much as 20% or more, but it’s up to your discretion. Rather than tipping each cleaning session, you can also tip monthly or give the house cleaner a holiday bonus. There are no rules for tipping, but if your house cleaner did a great job it’s encouraged.</div>

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Q: How much do house cleaners typically charge per hour?

<div>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-house-cleaner.htm">cost to hire a house cleaner</a> is between $30 and $50 per hour. Costs vary depending on house size, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and the type of cleaning you want. Deep cleaning will be more expensive since it requires more time and effort to move furniture and clean hard-to-reach areas compared to a standard cleaning session. </div>

Q: How much is the average house cleaner cost?

<div>The average house cleaner cost is around $180, which should cover about four hours of work. However, each project is different and costs can range from $100 to $1,000, depending on the house size and the cleaning needed. Other cost factors can include your location and what level of cleaning you want. Standard or basic cleaning may include vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting the kitchen and bathrooms. Deep cleaning costs about twice as much and often includes cleaning behind and underneath furniture, washing windows, and polishing hard-to-clean surfaces. Emergency cleaning, extreme cleaning, and holidays also impact pricing. Move-in and move-out cleaning typically cost more, too, because of the extensive, whole-house cleaning involved.</div>

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Last update on August 10, 2025

Reviewed in July 2018
It went wonderfully. Initial deep cleaning even included cleaning the refrigerator (including removing our of date items) and cleaning the oven. It was awesome. It's so nice to have my house clean on a regular basis. It even smells clean. They don't miss a thing. Even dusted my very large plant...
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Reviewed in February 2017
Iris' cleaning service, is one of a kind they are detailed oriented . Always try to do their best very happy to have them.
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Reviewed in September 2018
We were beyond satisfied with our service! Iris is very professional and great to work with. Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in November 2016
Iris' cleaning has done both a deep seasonal cleaning and bi-weekly cleaning for us. Friendly and efficient! She provides the equipment and cleaning products which she chooses with care. Mindful of the finish (sheen, shine or matte) and scent the cleaning solution leaves behind. Iris is flexible...
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Reviewed in October 2016
Fantastic service! I don't want anyone else to clean my house! I work from home and it's a tough balance between working and trying to keep the house clean! Iris is trustworthy and thorough. She listens to any special needs I have for the week and takes care of any issues. I love coming home to...
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Reviewed in August 2020
Very communicative and did a great job. Cleaned inside cabinets and fridge. Bathrooms were exceptionally cleaned.
S&S Cleaning and Maintenance Services Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2012
When they come out, they send about 5 or 6 people and they spent about two hours. They charge us about $300. They are very fast and they send so many people out here. They come out in uniforms and they have their own color trucks. They have their own equipment and they are custom-made. They...
SERVPRO of S/N Roanoke, Montgomery & Pulaski Cos.
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Reviewed in February 2019
I can't recommend Iris' Cleaning Service highly enough! She has done housecleaning for us for about two years. They do an expert, thorough cleaning every time. They make the house shine! They always respond to my texts, they are always on time, and they are so pleasant too. I'm grateful that I...
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Reviewed in July 2004
SHARON DOES AN EXCELLENT JOB CLEANING OUR HOME. SHE IS ALWAYS ON TIME AND GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND THE DUTIES I HAVE ASKED. I WOULD RECOMMEND HER TO EVERYONE.
SHARON HAMILTON
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Reviewed in March 2018
Iris and her team are phenomenal. The deep cleaning service was an excellent value, and we intend to have them come back for regular cleanings now as well. Fast, friendly, and extremely detailed - not a single complaint. We really stressed over finding the right team to bring into our home, and...
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