How Much Does House Cleaning Cost?
Let's Talk About It.
So, you need a house cleaner… But how much should house cleaning cost?
You ask around, maybe post in a local Facebook group, and suddenly, your inbox is full of offers ranging from "$100 cash" to "850 bajillion dollars for a deep sparkle clean" and everything in between.
Wait…How is the same job priced so differently?
And how do you know you're getting what you actually need?
Deep breaths. I'm gonna walk you through it.
The Two Types of House Cleaning Services
When hiring a house cleaner, you have two options:
- An Independent Cleaner – A solo cleaner running their own business.
- A Professional Cleaning Company – A fully licensed, insured business with trained employees.
Both can get the job done, but the experience? Totally different.
Here's what you're really paying for.
Independent Cleaners
Price: $100-$150 per visit for a small home.
Pros:
- Usually cheaper
- You're working with the same person each time
- Slightly more flexible with specific requests
Cons:
- No insurance – If something breaks, you're covering the cost.
- No worker's comp – If they get hurt in your home, you could be liable.
- No guarantees – If they cancel or disappear, you're left scrambling.
- No background checks – You're relying on trust.
- No backup – If they take a vacation, so does your clean house.
Professional Cleaning Companies
Price: $150-$250 per visit, but with a lot more built-in value.
Pros:
- Fully insured – If something breaks, it's covered.
- Worker's comp – You're not liable if a cleaner gets hurt.
- Background-checked employees – Only the best in your home.
- Structured training – Higher and more consistent cleaning quality. (click here to see what we include)
- Reliable scheduling – Your home never skips a cleaning. We do our best to keep the same Fairy Clean-Mother assigned to your home, but if they're on vacation or out sick, another trained, background-checked professional will step in to keep things sparkling. Because just like your home, your clean routine shouldn't take a week off. (You can read more about scheduling here)
- Satisfaction guarantee – If something isn't right, they'll fix it.
Cons:
- Higher price than an independent cleaner
Green Tree Cleaning Services vs. Other Cleaners: A Side-by-Side Comparison
Which One is Right for You?
It depends on what you value most.
If you want the lowest price and don't mind some uncertainty, an independent cleaner could be the way to go.
If you want reliability, insurance, and a guarantee, a professional cleaning company like us is worth the investment. (see everything we included in our cleanings here!)
No matter who you hire, ask these questions:
- Are you insured? If they hesitate, that's a red flag.
- Do you have worker's comp? This protects YOU if they get hurt.
- What happens if you cancel last minute? Life happens—what's their backup plan?
- Do you have references? A professional should have happy clients who can vouch for them. (We do! See them here)
So, What's the Best Choice?
If you're looking for a stress-free, eco-friendly clean, Green Tree Cleaning Services has you covered.
- We're fully insured.
- Our cleaners are trained, background-checked professionals.
- We show up, do an amazing job, and guarantee our work. (Check out all we offer)
Faith, Trust, and the GreenTree Touch. Because every home deserves a happily ever after.
Have questions? Need a quote? Just want to know the best way to keep a white couch looking brand new? (Spoiler: you don't lol.)
We're happy to help!
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