Office Cleaning Cost Calculator

In 2026, office cleaning typically costs $0.07-$0.25 per square foot per visit, or about $25-$50 per hour per cleaner for hourly billing. For a 5,000 sq ft office, a standard recurring clean runs roughly $400-$600 per visit, while a one-time deep clean costs more. Small offices may hit a minimum charge of $100-$200. Monthly costs depend on frequency: a 5,000 sq ft office cleaned weekly might be $1,800-$2,500 per month, and daily service considerably more in total even though the per-visit rate is lower. The main cost drivers are the square footage, the service level (basic vs. deep), and how often the office is cleaned.

Commercial cleaning companies use both methods. Per-square-foot pricing is common for recurring contracts and larger spaces, since it scales predictably with the area and is easy to quote and compare — typically $0.05-$0.25/sq ft per visit depending on the service level. Hourly pricing ($25-$50+ per cleaner per hour) is often used for one-time cleans, small offices, or jobs where the scope is variable. Many providers quote per visit (a flat per-cleaning price) for recurring clients, derived from the square footage and tasks. This calculator uses per-square-foot pricing, which is the most transparent way to compare office cleaning quotes.

It depends on the office size, foot traffic, and type of work. High-traffic offices, those with many employees, and customer-facing spaces often need daily cleaning, especially for restrooms, kitchens, and trash. Smaller or lower-traffic offices commonly do well with cleaning 2-3 times a week or weekly. At minimum, most offices benefit from weekly professional cleaning for general tidiness and periodic deep cleaning (carpets, floors, detailed work) monthly or quarterly. Restrooms and breakrooms generally need the most frequent attention for hygiene. More frequent cleaning costs more per month but less per visit, and keeps the workplace healthier and more presentable.

A standard recurring office cleaning typically includes: emptying trash and recycling; vacuuming carpets and mopping hard floors; dusting and wiping down desks, surfaces, and common areas; cleaning and sanitizing restrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors, restocking supplies); cleaning the kitchen/breakroom (counters, sink, appliance exteriors, tables); wiping high-touch points like door handles and light switches; and tidying common areas. A basic clean covers the essentials (trash, vacuum, surfaces) for less, while a deep clean adds detailed work like baseboards, vents, interior windows, and thorough scrubbing. Specialty tasks — carpet shampooing, floor waxing, window washing — are usually separate add-ons.

Cleaning companies offer lower per-visit rates for recurring contracts (weekly or daily) for a few reasons: a regularly cleaned office accumulates less dirt and clutter between visits, so each cleaning is faster and easier; guaranteed, scheduled work lets the company plan staffing efficiently and reduces their overhead per job; and ongoing contracts are valuable, recurring revenue they're willing to discount for. A one-time clean, by contrast, often involves more buildup and the full cost of mobilizing a crew for a single visit, so it carries the highest per-visit rate. That's why this calculator applies a discount for weekly (~15%) and daily (~30%) service.

Generally, the cleaning company provides its own equipment (vacuums, mops, floor machines) and cleaning chemicals as part of the service. What's sometimes separate is consumable restroom and breakroom supplies — toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, trash liners — which some contracts include and others bill separately or have the client supply (offered here as a restock add-on). Specialty services like carpet shampooing or floor waxing may involve additional materials. When comparing quotes, clarify whether consumable supplies are included, since restocking can add a meaningful recurring cost for a busy office.

For most offices, a commercial cleaning company is the better choice over an individual cleaner. Companies are insured and bonded (important for liability when workers are in your office, often after hours), can provide backup staff so cleaning never lapses, bring professional equipment and supplies, and can scale services up or down. They also handle payroll, taxes, and training. An individual cleaner may be cheaper and fine for a very small office, but you take on more risk and have no coverage if they're sick or quit. For any office handling sensitive information or requiring reliability and insurance, a reputable commercial cleaning company is the safer, more professional option.

Most office cleaning is performed after business hours — in the evening after employees leave, or early in the morning before they arrive — so it doesn't disrupt work and the cleaners have full access to the space. Some offices, especially smaller ones or those wanting a visible cleaning presence, schedule daytime cleaning. Restroom and trash service may happen during the day for high-traffic offices, with fuller cleaning at night. After-hours cleaning requires the company to have secure access (keys/alarm codes), which is why insurance and bonding matter. The schedule is set in the contract based on your office's hours and preferences.