Cleaning company — domestic, end of tenancy and deep cleans
A good cleaning company makes a home feel like it looks after itself. A bad one usually only becomes obvious when something is missing from a drawer or there's a scratch on the floor that wasn't there before. The difference rarely shows in the price — it's in the routines behind it.
A reputable firm is clear from the start about what's included, who comes into your home, and how they handle keys, alarm codes and any damage. Public liability insurance and DBS-checked staff are things they'll show you without being asked. Expect £15–£30/hr per cleaner, or a fixed price per visit for a standard home.
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Price level
Home cleaning SEK 200–350/hr after RUT. One-off clean of a 3-room flat (70 m²) SEK 1,800–2,800. End-of-tenancy clean of a 2-room SEK 2,500–4,500.
What does a cleaning company cost in 2026?When should you hire a cleaning company?
Regular domestic cleaning suits most households weekly or fortnightly. End of tenancy cleans should be booked two to three weeks before the tenancy ends. A deep clean before listing a home or after building work needs at least a full day for a small flat.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Paying cash in hand — if something is stolen or broken, there's no insurance behind it
- Not writing down the checklist, then arguing later over what 'cleaning' included
- Handing over a key with no receipt or documented procedure
- Skipping the re-clean guarantee on an end of tenancy — if the agent rejects it, your deposit takes the hit
- Booking the cheapest quote without checking reviews — quality varies enormously
Regional differences
In London and other big cities supply is deep and competition keeps regular cleaning affordable. End of tenancy cleans, however, get booked three to six weeks ahead from June to September, when most tenancies turn over and student lets change hands.
Checklist before you hire
- Confirm public liability insurance and whether cleaners are employed rather than untracked subcontractors
- Ask whether staff are DBS checked, especially if you have children at home
- Get a written checklist — what's included and what isn't
- Agree how keys, codes and alarms are handled
- Ask for references or read reviews from regular clients
- For an end of tenancy clean, ask whether they return free of charge if the letting agent objects
Frequently asked questions
What's included in an end of tenancy clean?
A standard end of tenancy clean covers every room in depth: kitchen including oven, fridge and cupboard interiors, bathrooms including limescale and grout, floors, skirting boards, doors, interior windows, wardrobes and all surfaces wiped down. Most firms offer a re-clean guarantee if the letting agent or inventory clerk objects.
How often should I book cleaning?
Families with young children or pets usually go weekly. Ordinary adult households do well fortnightly; couples without children often every three to four weeks. Many clients add a deep clean twice a year on top of the regular visits.
Do I need to be home when the cleaners come?
No — most clients leave a key or a door code. A professional firm has a documented key procedure with traceability. It's worth being home for the first clean so you can walk the checklist together.
Should I tip cleaners?
Tipping isn't expected in the UK. A small seasonal gift or a bonus at Christmas is the usual way to say thank you to a regular cleaner.
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