Thursday 23 June 2011

House Cleaning Rates 2011

House Cleaning Rates 2011 Once a Week Cleaning

    For a 900 square foot apartment, house cleaning service costs an average of USD 74 to USD 200.
    For a 1,300 square foot home with seven rooms, an average cost is about USD 95 to USD 300.
    A 2,200 square foot home costs an average of USD 149 - USD 400.

Bi-weekly Cleaning

    For a 900 square foot apartment, house cleaning costs an average of USD 59 to USD 124.
    For a 1,300 square foot home with seven rooms an average cost is about USD 79 to USD 150.
    A 2,200 square foot home costs an average of USD 104 - USD 180.

This is a general estimate of house cleaning rates, however, there are a lot of other factors that have to be taken into consideration. The following are a few factors affecting the house cleaning prices.

    Size of the House: The size or square footage of home is the primary factor considered when setting a standard price.
    Layout: The layout of the home, that is the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, stories, etc., will have an impact on the cleaning price.
    Number of People: More people living in the home generate more cleaning chores and command a higher price.
    Pet Animals: It is a fact that homes with one or multiple pets will require more cleaning and hence, will be more expensive to clean.
    Children: Also, homes with younger children are sometimes more difficult to clean and may be a little expensive.
    Types of Cleaning: Another factor which affects the house cleaning rates is the type of cleaning required. The homeowner will be able to determine how detailed the cleaning is, including costs if additional services are required. Most homeowners keep a house cleaning checklist for maid.
    Weekday or Weekend: If the homeowner prefers the home to be cleaned on the weekend, rates will be higher.
    Location: House cleaning rates vary in different parts of the country and may also depend on travel distance from the service’s main office.