The price you should charge for commercial cleaning depends on several factors, such as the size of the space, the level of cleaning required, your location, and the frequency of service.

Here’s a general breakdown to guide you…

Pricing Models

• Hourly Rate – A common method for commercial cleaning services. Rates generally range from $25 to $75 per hour, depending on location and job complexity. For example, in larger cities, the rate may be on the higher end.
• Per Square Foot – Another popular method is charging by the square footage of the space. For commercial spaces:
  • Offices – You might charge $0.10 to $0.50 per square foot for regular cleaning.
  • Warehouses or Large Industrial Spaces – Rates typically range from $0.05 to $0.25 per square foot.
• Flat Rate – If the scope of work is well-defined, you could offer a flat rate for certain services, such as $300 for a one-time deep clean of a small office building (2,000 square feet).

Factors That Affect Pricing

• Size of the Facility – Larger spaces take more time to clean, so you’ll need to charge more.
  • Example – A 1,000 sq. ft. office will generally be cheaper to clean than a 10,000 sq. ft. office.
• Frequency of Service – Regular, ongoing cleaning (e.g., daily or weekly) may have a lower rate per visit compared to a one-time cleaning.
  • Daily Cleaning – Usually less expensive per visit because it’s a routine service.
  • One-time Deep Cleaning – Higher rate due to the extra time and effort required.
• Level of Cleaning – If the client requests specialized services like carpet cleaning, window washing, or floor waxing, you should adjust your rates.
  • Carpet cleaning may be priced at $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot.
  • Window cleaning might be $2 to $5 per window depending on the building’s size and difficulty.
  • Floor waxing could range from $0.50 to $1 per square foot.
• Location – Rates can vary widely based on geographic location, with larger metropolitan areas charging more due to higher labor costs.

Commercial Cleaning Pricing Examples

• Small Office (1,000 to 2,000 sq. ft.)
  • Hourly rate – $25–$50 per hour
  • Per square foot – $0.15–$0.30
  • Flat rate – $150–$300 per cleaning
• Medium Office (3,000 to 5,000 sq. ft.):
  • Hourly rate – $40–$70 per hour
  • Per square foot – $0.10–$0.25
  • Flat rate – $300–$500 per cleaning
• Large Office or Commercial Facility (10,000 sq. ft. and up):
  • Hourly rate – $50–$100 per hour
  • Per square foot – $0.05–$0.20
  • Flat rate – $1,000–$2,000 (depending on services)

Add-On Services

If the client requests add-on services, be sure to include them in your quote…

• Carpet Cleaning – $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot
• Window Cleaning – $2–$5 per window
• Restroom Cleaning – Can be priced separately based on the number of restrooms, typically $5–$20 per restroom.
• Floor Waxing – $0.50 to $1.00 per square foot
• Pressure Washing – $0.10 to $0.40 per square foot

Tips for Setting Your Price

• Understand Your Costs – Factor in labor, overhead (insurance, transportation, equipment), and supplies. You need to cover these costs and still make a profit.
• Competitive Pricing – Research local competitors to make sure your pricing is competitive, but also ensure you’re not undervaluing your services.
• Offer Discounts for Regular Contracts – If a client signs a long-term agreement (e.g., weekly or monthly service), you might offer a discount.

Example Pricing Breakdown for a 2,000 sq. ft. Office

• Labor – $40 per hour x 4 hours = $160
• Supplies – $15
• Overhead – $30
• Profit Margin (20%) – $40

Total Cleaning Bid – $160 (labor) + $15 (supplies) + $30 (overhead) + $40 (profit) = $245 per cleaning.