Quick Answer
House cleaning in Johannesburg costs R380-R950+ depending on home size and service type, with hourly rates from R150-R300.
What's the average cost of house cleaning in Johannesburg?
Average house cleaning costs range from R380 for studios to R950+ for large homes, depending on service type and home size.
Here's the typical pricing structure in Johannesburg:
Regular Cleaning Prices:
- • Studio/1-bedroom: R380-R500
- • 2-bedroom: R500-R700
- • 3-bedroom: R700-R950
- • 4+ bedroom: R950-R1,200
Deep Cleaning Prices (50% more):
- • Studio/1-bedroom: R570-R750
- • 2-bedroom: R750-R1,050
- • 3-bedroom: R1,050-R1,425
- • 4+ bedroom: R1,425-R1,800
How do cleaning companies charge - hourly or flat rate?
Most Johannesburg cleaning services use hourly rates ranging from R150-R300 per hour, depending on service type.
Cleanify's transparent hourly structure:
- Regular cleaning: R150-R200 per hour
- Deep cleaning: R200-R250 per hour
- Move-in/out cleaning: R250-R300 per hour
Hourly pricing is fairer because you only pay for time actually spent cleaning your home. Most regular cleans take 2-6 hours depending on home size.
What factors affect house cleaning costs?
Cleaning costs depend on home size, service type, frequency, condition, and special requests.
Key cost factors include:
- Home size: More rooms = more time = higher cost
- Service type: Deep cleaning costs 50% more than regular
- Frequency: Weekly service often gets discounts
- Home condition: Very dirty homes may need extra time
- Special requests: Inside oven, fridge cleaning adds time
- Location: Some areas may have travel surcharges
Are there ways to save money on house cleaning?
Yes! Use promo codes, book recurring service, and maintain your home between cleans to save money.
Money-saving tips for Johannesburg residents:
- First-time discounts: Use FIRSTCLEAN for R100 off
- Recurring service: Weekly/bi-weekly often gets 10-15% off
- Maintain between cleans: Tidy homes take less time
- Book off-peak: Mid-week slots sometimes cost less
- Bundle services: Combine regular + deep cleaning
- Refer friends: Many companies offer referral credits
What's included in the cleaning cost?
Most cleaning services include supplies, equipment, and basic cleaning tasks in their quoted price.
Cleanify includes at no extra cost:
- All eco-friendly cleaning supplies
- Professional equipment (vacuums, mops, etc.)
- Basic cleaning tasks (dusting, vacuuming, mopping)
- Bathroom and kitchen cleaning
- Trash removal
- Travel to your location
Always ask what's included to avoid surprise charges!
How much should I tip my cleaner?
Tipping isn't required but R50-R100 is appreciated for excellent service, or 10-15% of the cleaning cost.
Tipping guidelines in Johannesburg:
- Regular cleaning: R50-R100 per visit
- Deep cleaning: R100-R150 for exceptional work
- Holiday cleaning: Consider a holiday bonus
- Move-out cleaning: R100-R200 if deposit returned
You can tip in cash or add it to your online booking for convenience.
How do I get an accurate cleaning quote?
Use online booking calculators or request in-home estimates for the most accurate pricing.
For accurate quotes:
- Use our online calculator for instant estimates
- Provide accurate home size and room count
- Mention any special cleaning needs
- Ask about current promotions (like FIRSTCLEAN)
- Confirm what's included in the price
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