Cost Guide
House Cleaner Costs in Australia
Understand typical house cleaner costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.
Know what you should be paying
Describe your job and get an instant estimate — then compare quotes from local house cleaners.
Hourly rate
$50/hr
Call-out fee
$95
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x
Price Ranges
Common house cleaner jobs & costs
Prices based on Australia market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.
Builders Clean$668 – $1,370
Level of finish requestedAmount of trade debrisSite access and ease of entryMaterials, consumables and equipment hireTiming and after-hours attendance
Deep Clean$304 – $550
Property condition and soil levelBond checklist and scope detailNeed for specialist equipmentSize, number of rooms and accessAdditional services and exclusions
End of Lease Clean$315 – $564
Property condition and cleanliness on arrivalProperty size and number of roomsSelected extras and specialist servicesNeed for subcontractors or third partiesTiming, after-hours and access issues
General & other house cleaning jobs$205 – $325
Level of soiling and contaminationType of surfaces and materialsAccess and property conditionTiming, staffing and callout application
Move In Clean$302 – $545
Property condition and furnitureLevel of soil and problem typeNamed heavy add-ons requestedNumber of cleaners and job durationTiming and callout fees
Regular Clean$197 – $304
Service frequency and profileProperty condition and soil levelHome size and number of roomsAdd-ons and appliance interiorsTiming, callout and site access
Single Service Add-Ons$198 – $585
Callout fee and labour timeJob complexity and intensitySpecialist consumables and PPESpecialised disposal or licensed work
Prices are indicative and based on typical jobs in the Australia area. Your actual quote may differ based on specific job requirements. Get a personalised estimate for your job, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.
Licensing & Compliance
House Cleaner licensing requirements
House Cleaner is generally unregulated in Australia. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- ABN with active business registration (verifiable via ABR)
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum recommended; $10M for commercial/large-scale operators)
- Australian Cleaning Contractors Alliance (ACCA) membership
- Building Service Contractors Association of Australia (BSCAA) membership or prequalification
- National Police Check (recommended for in-home access, increasingly required by clients)
Requirements by state
New South Wales — No licence required
Victoria — No licence required
Queensland — No licence required
Western Australia — No licence required
South Australia — No licence required
Tasmania — No licence required
Northern Territory — No licence required
Australian Capital Territory — No licence required
Common Questions
House Cleaner pricing FAQ
How much do house cleaners typically charge?
Cleaning costs vary widely depending on the job type, property size and how much labour and specialist products are required. Simple regular cleans are generally much less than deep, builders or end-of-lease cleans that need extra time or treatments. The page shows live pricing for your area to help you compare quotes.
Do house cleaners charge call-out fees?
Many house cleaners include a call-out or minimum attendance fee to cover travel and initial assessment, and this is often shown separately from hourly labour charges. After-hours, weekend or urgent bookings commonly attract higher rates or multipliers. Always check quotes to see what is included and whether a call-out fee applies.
What qualifications should I look for in a house cleaner?
Cleaning work doesn't require a government licence, but look for industry memberships such as ACCA, CCA or BSCAA, proof of an active ABN and adequate public liability insurance. A current national police check is often requested for in-home access. These signals can help you assess professionalism and trustworthiness.
How accurate is the instant estimate?
Our estimates are built from research across thousands of local jobs and real pricing data. Use them as a guide when speaking to house cleaners — your actual quote will depend on your specific job.
How many quotes will I get?
We'll match you with up to 3 house cleaners initially. If you'd like more options, you can request additional matches.
Do I pay anything to get quotes?
No — the service is 100% free for homeowners.
Why do you need photos?
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