Average Cost of Professional Cleaning Services in Perth [2026 Pricing]

Key Takeaways

• Average cleaning visit in Perth costs $165 (3-bedroom home, 3.5 hours, standard clean)
• Hourly rates range from $30-$50 depending on cleaner type and suburb
• Perth pricing is 7.8% higher than the national average ($153/visit)
• Self-employed cleaners charge $38/hour, franchise companies charge $32/hour
• End-of-lease cleaning costs $380-$550 for a 3-bedroom Perth home
• Western suburbs pay 18% more than outer suburbs ($42/hour vs $36/hour)

Introduction

Here’s the most common question I hear…

“How much should professional cleaning cost in Perth?”

And here’s what frustrates me: most online “guides” give massive ranges like “$25-$60 per hour” that tell you absolutely nothing.

The truth? Cleaning costs in Perth are highly predictable once you know three variables: home size, cleaning type, and suburb.

A standard clean of a 3-bedroom home in Fremantle costs $150-$170. The exact same clean in Cottesloe costs $180-$220. A deep clean adds $80-$120 to either price.

I’ve been running Eva Clean since 2015. We’ve completed 2,400+ cleans across Perth metro. I’ve tracked every booking, price point, and customer preference to understand exactly what Perth residents pay for cleaning services.

Let’s break down the real numbers.

The Real Numbers: Perth Cleaning Costs

The average cleaning visit in Perth costs $165.

That’s the typical price for a standard clean (3-bedroom home, 3.5 hours of work, including all supplies).

But that’s just the middle. Here’s the full distribution…

The largest cohort (34%) pays $120-$160, which corresponds to fortnightly cleaning of a typical Perth suburban home.

Hourly Rate vs Flat Fee

Perth cleaners charge one of two ways:

Hourly Rate (68% of cleaners)

• $30-$50 per hour
• Client pays for actual time spent
• Risk: job takes longer than estimated

Flat Fee (32% of cleaners)

• Fixed price quoted upfront
• Based on home size and cleaning type
• Risk: cleaner rushes to finish faster

Most Perth cleaners prefer flat fees because it eliminates disputes over time and allows them to work efficiently without clients watching the clock.

Pricing by Home Size

Home size is the biggest price driver. A 4-bedroom home costs 86% more to clean than a 1-bedroom apartment.

Perth homes average 231 square metres, significantly larger than Sydney (189 sq m) or Melbourne (201 sq m). This drives higher cleaning costs compared to eastern states.

What’s Included in Standard Clean?

A standard clean in Perth typically includes:

Kitchen:

• Wipe down all surfaces and counters
• Clean stovetop and microwave exterior
• Clean sink and taps
• Sweep and mop floor
• Empty bin

Bathrooms:

• Scrub toilet, sink, and shower/bath
• Clean mirrors
• Wipe down surfaces
• Mop floor

Bedrooms & Living Areas:

• Vacuum carpets
• Mop hard floors
• Dust accessible surfaces
• Make beds (if requested)

Standard clean does NOT include:

• Inside ovens or fridges
• Windows
• Walls or ceilings
• Inside cupboards
• Balconies or outdoor areas

These extras are included in deep cleans or charged as add-ons.

Pricing by Cleaning Type

Different cleaning types have different price structures.

Perth charges 7.8-10.5% more than the national average across all cleaning types, reflecting higher labour costs, larger home sizes, and strong demand.

Deep Clean vs Standard Clean

Deep cleaning costs 75% more than standard cleaning but includes significantly more work.

Most Perth households book deep cleans quarterly (every 3 months) with regular cleans fortnightly in between.

End-of-Lease Cleaning

End-of-lease cleaning is Perth’s most expensive standard service at $380-$550 for a 3-bedroom home.

Why does it cost so much?

1. Property Management Standards

Perth property managers require specific checklists (often 120+ items). If anything is missed, your bond is withheld.

2. Inspection Pressure

End-of-lease cleans must pass professional inspection. There’s no “good enough.” It’s either perfect or you redo it.

3. Extra Tasks

Standard inclusions:

• Oven deep clean (interior racks, glass door)
• Rangehood filter cleaning
• All windows (inside and out)
• Walls (marks and scuffs removed)
• Carpet steam cleaning (separate cost: $120-$180)
• Outdoor areas (balcony, patio)

Perth End-of-Lease Pricing:

Bond cleaning is stressful enough. Hiring a Perth cleaner who specialises in end-of-lease work ($420-$550) is cheaper than risking bond withholding ($2,000-$4,000).

Pricing by Perth Suburb

Where you live in Perth affects what you pay. Western suburbs charge 18% more than outer suburbs.

Why do western suburbs pay more?

1. Client Expectations

High-income households in Cottesloe and Nedlands expect premium service: specific products, meticulous attention to detail, flexible scheduling. This requires more experienced cleaners who command higher rates.

2. Larger Homes

Western suburbs average 285 square metres vs 210 square metres in outer suburbs. More space = more time = higher cost.

3. Cleaner Availability

Most Perth cleaners live in northern or southern suburbs. Driving to Cottesloe adds 30-60 minutes travel each way. Cleaners factor this into pricing.

Pricing by Provider Type

Who you hire dramatically affects what you pay.

Franchise vs Independent

Franchises charge 12% less but have higher staff turnover and less personal service.

Franchise Pros:

• Consistent pricing
• Easy online booking
• Public liability insurance
• Replacement cleaner if yours is sick

Franchise Cons:

• Different cleaner each visit (high turnover)
• Less attention to detail
• Cleaners paid $26-$28/hour (low motivation)

Independent Cleaners:

Pros:

• Same cleaner every visit (relationship building)
• Better attention to detail
• More flexibility
• Direct communication

Cons:

• No backup if cleaner is sick
• Must verify insurance yourself
• Variable quality

Most Perth residents (66%) prefer local companies or self-employed cleaners despite slightly higher costs, valuing consistency and personal service.

Add-Ons and Extras

Most Perth cleaners offer optional extras for additional fees.

Pro tip: Bundling add-ons saves money. A deep clean package (oven + windows + walls) costs $180-$220 as a bundle vs $220-$280 if booked separately.

Frequency Discounts

Regular bookings typically receive 10-20% discounts compared to one-off cleans.

Most Perth households (58%) choose fortnightly cleaning as the sweet spot between cleanliness and budget.

Should You Book Regular Cleaning?

Fortnightly cleaning costs $3,900-$4,160 annually but saves you 104 hours per year (assuming 2 hours self-cleaning per week).

At Perth’s median wage ($42/hour), your time is worth $4,368/year.

If you value your time at market rate, regular cleaning pays for itself.

Seasonal Pricing Variations

Perth cleaning costs fluctuate throughout the year.

December is Perth’s most expensive month for cleaning. End-of-lease cleans that cost $420 in July might cost $480-$500 in December due to demand.

Pro tip: Book end-of-lease cleaning 3-4 weeks in advance if your lease ends December-January. Last-minute bookings pay 20-30% premiums.

What Affects Your Quote?

Seven factors determine what cleaners quote you…

1. Home Condition

“Light clean” (regularly maintained) vs “heavy clean” (months of buildup) can double pricing.

• Well-maintained home: Standard rate
• Moderate buildup: +15-25%
• Heavy buildup/hoarder situation: +50-100% or quoted separately

2. Pet Hair

Homes with pets take 20-30% longer to clean due to hair removal.

Most Perth cleaners charge $10-$20 extra for pet-friendly homes or build it into the quote.

3. Access and Parking

Difficult access adds costs:

• Apartment above 3rd floor (no lift): +$10-$20
• No nearby parking: +$10-$15
• Gated community (access delays): +$10

4. Cleaning Products

• Cleaner’s products: Standard (included)
• Your products: No discount (cleaners bring backups anyway)
• Eco/chemical-free products: +$15-$25 (specialty products cost more)

5. Day and Time

• Weekdays (9am-3pm): Standard rate
• Early morning (before 8am): +10-15%
• Evenings (after 6pm): +15-20%
• Weekends: +20-25%
• Public holidays: +50-100%

6. Urgency

• 2+ weeks notice: Standard rate
• 1 week notice: Standard rate
• 2-3 days notice: +10-15%
• 24 hours notice: +20-30%
• Same day: +30-50% (if available)

7. Frequency

• One-off: Standard rate
• Monthly: -5-8%
• Fortnightly: -10-15%
• Weekly: -15-20%

How Perth Compares to Other Cities

Perth’s cleaning costs sit 7.8% above the national average.

Sydney is Australia’s most expensive (11.8% above national average) due to highest labour costs and smallest average home sizes (requiring more time per square metre).

Perth ranks second due to large homes and strong demand but lower than Sydney because of less competitive market (fewer cleaners, less price pressure).

What You Should Pay in 2026

Here’s what’s fair in Perth’s current market…

Regular Residential Cleaning (3-bedroom home)

• Standard clean: $150-$180
• Deep clean: $260-$320
• Hourly rate: $36-$42

If you’re quoted below $140 for a standard clean, be cautious. At that price, corners will be cut or the cleaner is inexperienced.

If you’re quoted above $200, you’re paying premium rates. This is fair for western suburbs (Cottesloe, Nedlands) or specialist cleaners, but excessive for standard outer-suburb cleans.

End-of-Lease Cleaning (3-bedroom home)

• Cleaning only: $420-$550
• With carpet steam clean: $590-$720

Do not cheap out on end-of-lease cleaning. Paying $420-$550 for a specialist who guarantees bond-back is cheaper than:

• $280 for cheap cleaner who misses items
• $2,000-$4,000 bond withholding
• $400-$550 for re-clean to fix issues

One-Off Deep Clean (Spring Clean)

• 3-bedroom home: $290-$340
• 4-bedroom home: $380-$450

Deep cleans include oven, windows, walls, and detailed work. Expect 6-8 hours of work.

Red Flags: When Pricing Seems Off

Be wary of quotes that seem too good (or too expensive)…

Too Cheap (Red Flags)

Quotes below $25/hour or $110 for 3BR clean:

Possible issues:

• Not insured (you’re liable if they’re injured)
• Using your products to save costs
• Rushing (1.5-2 hours instead of proper 3.5 hours)
• Cash-only (tax avoidance)

Too Expensive (Red Flags)

Quotes above $55/hour or $250 for standard 3BR clean:

Possible issues:

• Targeting inexperienced clients who don’t know market rates
• Inflated “premium” positioning without actual premium service
• Hidden fees (parking, travel, supplies) not disclosed upfront

Negotiating and Saving Money

Can you negotiate cleaning prices?

Sometimes. Here’s what works…

What Works:

• Book regular (fortnightly/weekly): Instant 10-15% discount
• Book multiple services together: (Standard clean + deep clean + windows) can bundle
• Off-peak times: Weekday mid-morning offers best rates
• Pay upfront: Some cleaners offer 5% discount for pre-paying 4-6 cleans
• Referrals: Refer friends, get $20-$50 credit

What Doesn’t Work:

• Haggling hourly rates for one-off cleans
• Asking cleaners to match franchise prices (they can’t compete on volume pricing)
• Last-minute discounts (urgency increases prices, not decreases)

Pro tip: The best “discount” is maintaining your home well between cleans. A well-maintained home cleans 25% faster than a neglected one, lowering costs.

Data Sources and Methodology

This analysis is based on real Perth cleaning data…

Primary Data:

• 2,400+ Eva Clean bookings (2015-2026) across Perth metro
• Pricing data from 24 Perth cleaning businesses (surveyed Dec 2025)
• 840+ Perth customer quotes (analysed for pricing patterns)

Industry Data:

• Perth job advertisements (Seek, Indeed) for cleaning positions
• Fair Work Commission Cleaning Services Award rates
• ABS Regional Data: Perth household size and income

Consumer Research:

• Customer surveys (380 Perth households, Nov-Dec 2025)
• End-of-lease pricing from 16 Perth real estate agencies

Prices reflect Perth metro rates (excluding Mandurah, Peel region) current as of December 2025-January 2026.

The Bottom Line

Professional cleaning in Perth costs $165 on average for a standard clean of a 3-bedroom home.

Hourly rates range $36-$42 for reputable cleaners, with western suburbs paying 18% premiums.

Perth pricing is 7.8% higher than the national average, driven by larger home sizes, strong demand, and higher labour costs.

End-of-lease cleaning costs $420-$550 and should never be cheaped out on. Your $2,000-$4,000 bond depends on it.

Regular bookings save 10-15% compared to one-off cleans, making fortnightly cleaning the most cost-effective option for most Perth households.

For journalists and researchers citing these statistics, all data sources combine real customer data with industry research for accuracy. Last updated: January 2026.

About the Author: Christine runs Eva Clean in Perth. She’s tracked Perth cleaning pricing for 10+ years to provide transparent, fair quotes to Perth families and businesses.