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How Much Does House Cleaning Cost?

If you’ve ever Googled “how much does house cleaning cost?”, you’ve probably noticed the answers are all over the place. Some say $100, others say $400+, and most don’t explain why.

As the owner of DirtDash Dallas, a professional house cleaning company serving the Dallas–Fort Worth area, I price homes every single day. I’ve walked into spotless homes that take two hours—and small apartments that take four. That’s why there’s no one-size-fits-all price, but there is a fair and transparent way to understand what your cleaning should cost.

Below, I’ll break it down using real pricing, real experience, and a real case study so you know exactly what goes into the cost of a professional house cleaning.

The Short Answer: Average House Cleaning Costs

In the Dallas–Fort Worth area, professional house cleaning typically starts around $150 and goes up from there, depending on the condition of the home, size, and level of service.

Here’s how pricing usually breaks down at DirtDash Dallas:

Standard / Maintenance Cleaning

• Starts at $150
• Best for homes that are cleaned regularly
• Focuses on surface-level cleaning (kitchens, bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming, mopping)

Deep Cleaning

• Standard cleaning price + $125
• For homes that haven’t been cleaned in a while or need extra attention
• Includes heavier buildup, detailed scrubbing, and neglected areas

Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning

• Standard cleaning price + $125
• Designed to reset a home before or after occupancy
• Often requires more time and detail than a maintenance clean

These are real numbers—not internet estimates.

How We Actually Price a House Cleaning

At DirtDash Dallas, we use a flat-rate pricing model, not hourly guesswork.

That flat rate is structured using a combination of:

• Number of rooms and bathrooms
• Square footage
• Overall condition of the home
• Requested add-on services

Why flat rate? Because customers want to know the price before we show up—and cleaners deserve to be paid fairly for the actual work required.

What Really Drives the Cost of a Cleaning

From real-world experience, these are the top three factors that consistently increase cleaning costs:

The Condition of the Home

Condition matters more than size.

A small home that hasn’t been properly cleaned in months can take longer than a large home that’s well maintained. Heavy buildup, grime, and clutter all increase the time and labor required.

Add-On Services

Some services are more time-consuming than people expect, including:

• Inside oven cleaning
• Interior windows
• Wall cleaning
• Laundry or dishes
• Pet hair removal

These require extra products, extra time, and sometimes extra staff.

Multiple Cleaners Needed

Larger homes—or homes that are very dirty—often require two or more cleaners to complete the job properly. That directly affects the cost because multiple professionals are being paid for their time.

Does Location in DFW Affect Pricing?

In my experience, location itself doesn’t impact pricing nearly as much as people think.

What does matter:

• Home size (larger homes are more common in some suburbs)
• Older homes that haven’t been maintained properly
• Apartments vs. single-family homes

Older homes sometimes need more work, but overall, pricing is driven far more by condition and scope of work than by zip code.

How Cleaning Frequency Affects Cost

Regular cleanings cost less over time because the home stays maintained.

At DirtDash Dallas, we offer the following discounts:

• Monthly cleanings: 10% off
• Bi-weekly cleanings: 15% off
• Weekly cleanings: 20% off

One-time cleanings are almost always more expensive because we’re starting from scratch.

Real-Life Case Study: Why Prices Change

Here’s a real example that happens more often than you’d think:

A client booked a standard cleaning for an apartment at $160. When we arrived, it was clear the home hadn’t had a proper cleaning in months. There was significant buildup, grime, and neglected areas that couldn’t be addressed in a standard clean.

To provide the level of service we’re known for, we explained that a deep cleaning was needed.

• Original service: Standard cleaning – $160
• Added service: Deep clean – $125
• Final price: $285
• Time required: ~4 hours

The price changed because the scope of work changed—not arbitrarily, but based on the actual condition of the home and the time required to clean it properly.

Common Misconceptions About Cleaning Costs

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is:

“Cleaning should only cost $100–$200.”

What often isn’t considered:

• How long the cleaning will actually take
• Whether one or multiple cleaners are needed
• The cost of professional-grade supplies and equipment
• Travel time to and from the home
• The opportunity cost for cleaners who could otherwise complete multiple jobs that day

A professional cleaning isn’t just time—it’s labor, supplies, experience, and reliability.

So… How Much Should House Cleaning Cost?

A fair house cleaning price should be:

• Transparent
• Based on condition and scope of work
• Worth the time it saves you
• Reflective of professional labor

At DirtDash Dallas, our goal isn’t to be the cheapest—it’s to be trusted, reliable, fair, and worth every dollar.

If you’re comparing cleaning quotes, don’t just ask “How much?”—ask what’s included and why.

Final Thoughts

House cleaning costs vary because homes vary. The cleanest homes stay affordable. The dirtiest homes take more time, more effort, and more care.

If you’re looking for a professional, transparent cleaning service in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, DirtDash Dallas is here to help—no surprises, no hidden fees, just honest pricing and quality work.

Because your time is valuable—and your home deserves it.

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