How much does house cleaning cost in Pretoria?
What actually drives the price of a house clean in Pretoria, and how to get an accurate quote.
Price depends on the property, not the postcode
The biggest factors are the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, how long since the last proper clean, and whether you need extras like inside the oven or fridge. A tidy three-bedroom home cleaned weekly costs far less per visit than the same home after six months of build-up.
Once-off versus regular
A once-off clean carries more hours because the property has had longer to collect dirt. Regular visits are cheaper per visit because each one maintains the standard instead of recovering it.
How to get an accurate quote
Send the number of rooms, approximate size, and a few photos of the kitchen and bathrooms. That alone removes most of the guesswork, so the quote you receive is the price you pay.
How often should you deep clean your home?
A practical schedule for deep cleaning, depending on pets, children and dust levels.
The general rule
Twice a year suits most homes. Pretoria's dry, dusty winters mean many households book one deep clean at the end of winter and another before the December holidays.
When to go more often
Homes with pets, small children, allergy sufferers or nearby construction benefit from a quarterly deep clean, with regular cleaning in between.
Best way to prepare for a professional cleaner
Simple steps that help a cleaning team spend their hours on cleaning, not tidying.
Clear the surfaces
Pick up clothes, toys and paperwork. Cleaners can wipe a clear counter in seconds; a cluttered one takes far longer and gets less attention.
Tell us about access and priorities
Share gate codes, estate security requirements, pets and the two or three rooms that matter most. That way the hours go where you notice them.
Move-out cleaning checklist
The items landlords and agents check most often at exit inspection.
Kitchen
Inside the oven and extractor, inside all cupboards and drawers, the fridge space, splashbacks and the sink.
Bathrooms
Limescale on taps and shower glass, grout, toilets including the base, and extractor fans.
Everywhere else
Skirtings, door frames, light switches, wall marks, window tracks and sills, and all floors.
Office cleaning checklist
Daily, weekly and monthly tasks that keep an office clean and hygienic.
Daily
Bins, kitchen surfaces, bathrooms, touch points such as door handles and switches, and reception.
Weekly
Vacuum and mop all floors, wipe desks that staff have cleared, clean interior glass and the outside of appliances.
Monthly and quarterly
Skirtings, high dusting, carpet spot treatment, and a carpet extraction once or twice a year.
How to remove carpet stains
What to do in the first few minutes after a spill, and when to call a professional.
Blot, don't rub
Rubbing pushes the stain deeper and frays the pile. Blot from the outside in with a clean white cloth.
Use cold water first
Hot water can set protein stains like blood and milk. Start with cold water and a small amount of mild detergent, and test in a hidden spot.
When to call us
Dye, wine, rust and old set-in stains need professional extraction. The sooner, the better the result.
How to prepare your house for a deep clean
Get more out of a deep clean with a little preparation the day before.
Empty what you want cleaned inside
If cupboards, the fridge or the oven are on the list, clear them beforehand so the team can work straight away.
Move fragile items
Put away ornaments and valuables on shelves. Cleaners will move light furniture, but you know what is precious.
Commercial cleaning checklist
What a commercial cleaning contract should cover, area by area.
Front of house
Entrance glass, floors, reception and customer bathrooms are what clients see first, so they need daily attention.
Back of house
Staff kitchens, ablutions, storerooms and waste areas. Agree frequencies in writing so nothing is skipped.
What is included in a deep clean?
The difference between a deep clean and a standard clean, task by task.
Beyond the visible surfaces
A deep clean adds descaling of showers and taps, skirtings and door frames, window tracks, moving light furniture, and inside appliances on request.
What is usually separate
Carpet extraction and upholstery cleaning need specialist equipment and are quoted separately.
How to choose a cleaning company in Pretoria
Questions to ask before you let a cleaning team into your home or business.
Ask what is included and excluded
A good company tells you clearly what a clean covers and what it does not. Vague promises are a warning sign.
Ask about staff and access
Who will come, how they are identified, and how estate security and keys are handled.
Get it in writing
A written quote based on your actual property avoids surprises on the day.