Office cleaning pricing is simpler than most companies make it sound. You pay for square footage, frequency, and the specific work your space needs — not a mystery fee structure designed to hide add-ons until the bill arrives. We have been cleaning offices in New York and California since 2019, and we believe pricing should be transparent enough that you can compare options without a spreadsheet. This guide covers what actually affects the cost, what is usually included, and how to get an honest number for your space.
What determines the cost of office cleaning
The price tag for commercial cleaning comes down to a handful of honest variables. Here is what we look at when we quote an office:
- Square footage. The single biggest factor. A 1,000-square-foot office takes a different amount of time than a 5,000-square-foot one, and that time is the core of the cost.
- Number of restrooms. Bathrooms take the most time per square foot in any commercial space. More restrooms means more labor, and the pricing reflects that.
- Frequency. Daily or weekly visits cost less per visit than bi-weekly or one-time cleanings, because the work stays lighter when it never piles up.
- Industry type. A dental office, a law firm, and a coworking space each have different cleaning needs. Medical suites require extra disinfection. Coworking spaces see higher traffic. We adjust the plan to the actual use of the space.
- Add-ons. Deep floor stripping and waxing, window washing, and interior fridge or cabinet cleaning are separate from the standard visit and quoted individually.
No two offices are exactly the same, which is why we quote each one individually. Contact us through the booking form and we will give you a clear number for yours — no obligations and no wait.
How frequency changes the price per visit
The math is straightforward: the more often we clean, the less each visit costs. Here is how it typically works:
- Daily cleaning. Lowest per-visit cost. Each shift is lighter because the space never goes more than 24 hours between cleanings. Best for high-traffic spaces like medical offices, retail stores, or coworking floors.
- Weekly cleaning. The most common choice for private offices and small professional practices. One thorough visit per week keeps the space presentable for clients and comfortable for the team.
- Bi-weekly cleaning. A good option for low-traffic offices, storage spaces, or satellite locations that see minimal daily use. The per-visit cost is higher than weekly because more buildup accumulates between visits.
- One-time or deep clean. The highest per-visit cost because it is a full reset — everything from baseboards to vents. Often used for move-ins, post-renovation, or a fresh start before a recurring schedule begins.
Pricing varies based on your space and schedule — use the FAQ page for common questions, or reach out through our contact form for a quote tailored to your office.
What is included in a standard visit — and what is extra
A standard commercial cleaning visit from 3 Sisters covers everything your office needs to stay consistently fresh. Every visit includes:
- Dusting desks, monitors, keyboards, and phones
- Disinfecting shared equipment and high-touch surfaces
- Vacuuming all carpeted areas and cleaning hard floors
- Emptying trash cans and recycling bins, with new liners
- Sanitizing restrooms — toilets, sinks, counters, mirrors
- Refilling soap, paper towels, and hygiene supplies
- Cleaning the breakroom or kitchen — countertops, microwave, sink
- Wiping down door handles and light switches
Services that fall outside the standard visit and are quoted separately include: interior window cleaning, deep carpet shampooing, floor stripping and waxing, organizing storage rooms, and cleaning inside refrigerators or cabinets. If you are not sure whether something is included, just ask — we keep it simple. See the full list on our Office & Commercial Cleaning page.
Why commercial cleaning costs differently than residential
Some business owners are surprised that commercial cleaning does not cost the same as residential cleaning for a similar square footage. There are good reasons:
- Restrooms. A home has one or two bathrooms. An office often has three or more — and they see far more traffic between visits.
- Higher traffic surfaces. Door handles, light switches, elevator buttons, and shared equipment in an office are touched by dozens or hundreds of people per week. The cleaning standard has to match that traffic.
- After-hours scheduling. Most commercial cleaning happens when the office is empty — early mornings, late evenings, or weekends. That scheduling flexibility is built into the pricing.
- Consistency requirements. A recurring commercial client expects the same standard every visit, not a best-effort clean. That consistency requires a dedicated team that knows the space.
If you are comparing commercial cleaning quotes, make sure you are comparing apples to apples — the same frequency, the same inclusions, and the same scheduling window. That is the only fair way to evaluate cost. We are happy to walk through any quote on a call or contact form submission.
How to get an honest quote — and what it should include
A trustworthy commercial cleaning quote tells you three things upfront: what is included, what costs extra, and how billing works. Here is what to expect from us, and what you should demand from any company:
- An in-person or video walk-through, or at minimum a detailed questionnaire about your square footage, layout, restroom count, and industry. Anyone quoting you a flat number without asking these questions is guessing, not quoting.
- A line-item breakdown. The base visit price, the frequency discount (if any), and the cost of any add-ons. No buried fees.
- Clear payment terms. We hold your card on file but only charge after the cleaning is done and you are satisfied. No pre-payment, no long-term contract.
- A simple way to adjust. If your business grows or your needs change, you adjust the schedule through a call or your client portal — no penalty, no fine print.
Ready to see what your office would cost? Send your details through our booking form and we will get back to you the same business day with a real quote for your space.