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How Much Does House Cleaning Cost on Long Island?

Cleaning prices vary based on your home's size, condition, service type, and frequency. This guide explains what drives those costs so you can make an informed decision.

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Cleaning Costs at a Glance

Different services serve different purposes. Here's the cost landscape.

New Customers Start Here

Deep Cleaning

A detailed reset that addresses built-up dirt and establishes the clean baseline we maintain going forward.

Starting at

$299

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After Your Deep Cleaning

Recurring Cleaning

Ongoing weekly, biweekly, or monthly cleaning designed to maintain the clean baseline.

Starting at

$186

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Empty Home Cleaning

Move-In / Move-Out

Starting at

$369

After Renovation or Construction

Post-Construction

Current Hourly Rate

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Prices shown reflect current Long Island Maids pricing. Final cost may vary based on home size, condition, service type, and cleaning needs.

What Affects House Cleaning Cost?

Understanding these factors helps you evaluate quotes and know what to expect.

1

Home Size

Larger homes generally require more time and cleaning effort.

2

Current Condition

Homes with more buildup usually require more work during the initial clean.

3

Service Type

Deep, recurring, move-in/out, and post-construction cleaning involve different levels of work.

4

Cleaning Frequency

How often your home is cleaned affects how much maintenance is needed each visit.

5

How the Home Is Used

Every household is different, and day-to-day use can affect the amount of cleaning required.

6

Special Requests

Optional services or additional cleaning needs may affect the final price.

Understanding the Price Difference

Why Deep Cleaning Costs More Than Recurring

Deep Cleaning and Recurring Cleaning serve different purposes — and require different levels of work.

Deep Cleaning addresses built-up detail

Homes that need a reset require more time and attention.

Recurring Cleaning maintains the baseline

Once the home is reset, regular visits focus on keeping it consistently clean.

New customers start with Deep Cleaning

Then move into recurring service to maintain that baseline.

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Why the Cost Is Different

Deep Cleaning

More intensive reset

  • — Addresses built-up detail
  • — More areas require focused attention
  • — Establishes the clean baseline

Recurring Cleaning

Ongoing maintenance

  • — Begins after the home has been reset
  • — Focuses on regular upkeep
  • — Maintains the established baseline

How Frequency Affects Cost

Cleaning frequency can affect how much maintenance is needed from visit to visit.

Every week

Weekly Cleaning

Keeps the home on a very consistent maintenance rhythm with less time for buildup between visits.

Every 2 weeks

Biweekly Cleaning

A common maintenance schedule that balances regular upkeep with fewer visits.

Every 4 weeks

Monthly Cleaning

More time between visits can mean more buildup and more work needed each time.

Actual pricing depends on your home, service type, condition, and current cleaning needs.

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Why Two Homes Can Cost Differently

Two homes with the same number of bedrooms can still require very different amounts of work.

Well-Maintained Home

Regularly cleaned with minimal buildup.

What this means: Maintenance cleaning is more efficient.

Home Needing a Reset

More buildup means more detailed work is needed first.

What this means: Start with Deep Cleaning, then move into recurring maintenance.

Empty Move-Out Home

An empty home gives access to areas normally covered by furniture, but the scope is different from maintenance cleaning.

What this means: Move-Out Cleaning pricing applies →

Post-Renovation Home

Construction dust and post-project residue require specialized cleanup.

What this means: Post-Construction pricing applies →

What's Typically Included in House Cleaning

Every company defines its scope differently. Here's what professional house cleaning commonly includes — and what may cost extra.

Commonly Included

  • ● Dusting reachable surfaces
  • ● Vacuuming carpets and rugs
  • ● Mopping hard floors
  • ● Kitchen counters and appliance exteriors
  • ● Bathroom sanitization
  • ● Emptying trash
  • ● Making beds (linens in place)

May Be Offered Separately

  • — Interior oven cleaning
  • — Interior refrigerator
  • — Interior windows
  • — Laundry or dishes
  • — Organizing or decluttering
  • — Garage or basement

See what's included in each service:

Deep Cleaning → Recurring Cleaning → Move-In Cleaning → Move-Out Cleaning → Deep Cleaning Checklist → Move-Out Checklist →

Why Cleaning Quotes Can Vary

Two companies may quote very different prices for the same home. Here's what to consider when comparing.

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Insurance Coverage

Ask whether the company carries liability insurance and what coverage is in place. Learn about our insurance and bonding →

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Training & Vetting

Screening, training, and quality standards can vary significantly between companies. Ask what process cleaners complete before entering customer homes.

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Employees vs. Contractors

Employment models can affect a company's costs, training, supervision, and consistency. Ask who is actually entering your home and how the team is managed.

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Scope of Work

A lower price might mean less time or a narrower scope. Understand exactly what's included — and what's not — before comparing quotes.

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Re-Clean Guarantee

Some companies offer a written guarantee that explains what happens if something isn't right. View guarantee details →

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Supplies & Equipment

Most professional services bring their own supplies and equipment. Some may charge extra, or expect you to provide products. Clarify what's included.

The lowest price isn't always the best value. Consider what's included and who's coming into your home.

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Common Questions About Cleaning Costs

How much does house cleaning cost on Long Island?
Costs vary based on home size, condition, service type, and frequency. For context, recurring cleaning at Long Island Maids starts from $186, deep cleaning from $299, and move-in/move-out from $369. Your actual cost depends on your specific home.
Why does deep cleaning cost more than recurring cleaning?
Deep cleaning addresses accumulated buildup in places regular cleaning doesn't reach — baseboards, cabinet fronts, behind appliances, detailed grout work. It takes more time (typically 4-6 hours vs. 2-3 hours) and establishes the clean baseline that recurring service then maintains.
Is recurring cleaning cheaper than one-time cleaning?
Per-visit, yes. Recurring customers typically pay less because their homes stay cleaner between visits, requiring less work each time. Weekly service offers the best per-visit rate, followed by biweekly and monthly.
Does home size affect the price?
Yes — home size is usually the primary factor in cleaning cost. A 3,000 sq ft home takes longer to clean than a 1,500 sq ft home, requiring more supplies and labor.
Does the condition of my home affect the price?
For your first cleaning, yes. A home that hasn't been professionally cleaned in months will require more work than one that's already well-maintained. After the initial clean, recurring visits maintain a consistent baseline.
Do move-in and move-out cleanings cost more?
Generally, yes. Move-in/move-out cleaning covers empty homes and includes details like inside all cabinets, appliance interiors, and surfaces that furniture normally covers. The scope is broader than standard maintenance.
Do you charge more in The Hamptons?
At Long Island Maids, standard pricing covers Nassau and Suffolk County. Hamptons and waterfront properties may include a travel surcharge, which is shown in your quote before you book.
How can I get an exact price for my home?
The most accurate way is to request a quote based on your specific home. At Long Island Maids, you can see your exact price instantly online by answering a few questions about your home's size and service needs.

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