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How much does a deep house cleaning cost?

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House cleaning cost

Deep cleaning cost in the US

United States
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Normal range across the US
$180–$420per visit

Deep clean, 3-bed / 2-bath home. The full price list is below.

How we get this data
Typical
$270
Low
$180
High
$420
Jobs priced
10
Cities priced
195
Sources
60+
Verified
November 2026
Quick answer

$180–$420 for a 3-bed, 2-bath home in 2026, and $270 is typical — about 1.5 times a standard visit ($175 typical). A 1-bedroom is $90–$210, a 2-bedroom $120–$290, and a 4-bed home $220–$520.

  • 1-bedroom: $90–$210; 2-bedroom: $120–$290
  • 3-bed, 2-bath: $180–$420, typical $270
  • 4-bed home: $220–$520
  • Allergen-focused deep clean $210–$440; pet-focused $190–$475

Prices verified November 2026 · Cross-referenced against 60+ American pricing sources · See methodology

01 / PricesUSA · November 2026

Deep cleaning prices by home size (2026)

A deep clean covers the places a regular visit skips. For a 3-bed home it costs $180–$420, against $120–$260 for a standard clean.

Deep cleaning prices by home size (2026)Per visit, low to high with the typical price marked.
Deep clean, 4-bed home $340$220–$520
Allergen-focused deep clean (fine-dust HEPA vacuums) $300$210–$440
Pet-focused deep clean (hair, odors) $300$190–$475
Deep clean, 3-bed / 2-bath home $270$180–$420
Deep clean, 2-bedroom home $190$120–$290
Standard clean, 3-bed / 2-bath (for comparison) $175$120–$260
Deep clean, 1-bedroom apartment $140$90–$210
JobLowTypicalHigh
Deep clean, 1-bedroom apartmentper visit$90$140$210
Deep clean, 2-bedroom homeper visit$120$190$290
Deep clean, 3-bed / 2-bath homeper visit$180$270$420
Deep clean, 4-bed homeper visit$220$340$520
Allergen-focused deep clean (fine-dust HEPA vacuums)per visit$210$300$440
Pet-focused deep clean (hair, odors)per visit$190$300$475
Standard clean, 3-bed / 2-bath (for comparison)per visit$120$175$260
Baseboards, whole home (if billed separately)per home$25$50$75
Inside kitchen cabinetsper kitchen$30$60$120
Interior windowsper window$4$7$12

US prices, November 2026. Low is a simple job in a low-cost area; high is a bigger job or a high-cost city.

02 / By city195 cities priced

Does deep cleaning cost change by city?

Yes. The same job costs more where labor and rent cost more. Here's how house cleaning prices in the biggest US metros compare with the US typical of $175.

House cleaning prices in the 12 biggest US metrosEach city's typical house cleaning price against the US typical of $175.
New York, NY 29% more
Los Angeles, CA 23% more
Boston, MA 17% more
Washington, DC 14% more
Chicago, IL 9% more
Atlanta, GA 3% more
Miami, FL 3% more
Phoenix, AZ 3% more
Dallas, TX Same
Houston, TX 9% less

Labor, rent and demand move every job on this page in the same direction. Open your city's guide for its full local price list.

03 / The guide4 parts

What to know before you book

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Deep clean vs standard clean

A standard visit dusts, wipes, vacuums and mops the surfaces you see. A deep clean adds baseboards, door frames, vents, light fixtures, ceiling fans, blinds, behind and under furniture, built-up soap scum and grease, and often the outside of appliances.

That extra detail is why it costs about 1.5 times as much: $180–$420 against $120–$260 for a 3-bed home.

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When a deep clean is worth it

Book one before starting regular service (many companies ask for it), once or twice a year as a spring clean, before guests or a sale, or after an illness or a long gap without cleaning.

If you have a cleaner every week or two, the home rarely needs a full deep clean. Rotate one extra task per visit instead, like baseboards or inside the fridge.

What drives the price

Home size and condition set most of it. Pets add time: a pet-focused deep clean runs $190–$475. Allergy households may want HEPA vacuums (they trap fine dust) and allergen products, at $210–$440.

Inside cabinets ($30–$120) and interior windows ($4–$12 each) are extra at many companies, even on a deep clean. Ask what the checklist covers.

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How to save

Clear clutter first so the crew spends its time on cleaning, not tidying. Ask for a flat price by bedrooms and bathrooms. If you are starting regular service, ask whether the deep clean is discounted when you sign up.

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Deep cleaning cost: FAQ

How much does a deep clean cost for a 3-bedroom house?

$180–$420, typical $270. Pets, heavy grime or extra bathrooms push it to the top of the range.

How long does a deep clean take?

For a 3-bed home, about 6 cleaner-hours at the typical company rate of $45/hr — so a team of two is there for around 3 hours. Published guides give 2 to 6 hours for a deep clean.

How often should I get a deep clean?

Once or twice a year for most homes with regular cleaning, and before starting a new cleaning plan.

Is a deep clean the same as a spring clean?

Mostly. Many companies use the two names for the same service, but ask to see the checklist.

Does a deep clean include inside the oven and fridge?

Sometimes. Many companies list them as add-ons: $20–$50 for the oven and $20–$60 for the fridge.

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