Q & A Residential Cleaning Prices

[Kevin]

Housecleaning used to be for the wealthy, or only for the prosperous family. Residential cleaning services are for everybody, working mothers or fathers,seniors, full time students and full time workers. Residential Cleaning services prices vary from region to region but on average a 1200 sq. ft. home will cost roughly $65.00 All supplies and labor are usually always included. In most cases residential cleaning services can do the cleaning and maintenance in a more affordable fashion, saving you time and money. To get started with a residential cleaning program, its best to call a service, explain what you want cleaned, how often you want housecleaning, and request a free estimate.

There are many IJCSA members who will walk you through the process of starting residential cleaning for your home. Give them a call for a free estimate Contact A IJCSA Member

[Hey Kevin]

Kevin,

On average how long would it take 2 people to clean 1200 sq. and what would this include

Thanks,
Jim

[Mr. Clean]

Sorry Kevin,

Don't know how I messed up the subject line so bad on the above post, but that question is from me.

Jim (Mr. Clean)

[Pages Personal Cleaning]

If I can give some input here. For a 1200 sq ft home if this is an initial cleaning it could very well take a lot longer if the home has not been cleaned for quite sometime. We have had initials that have taken 7 man hours or longer. And those were small homes. You would not believe the condition some people let their homes get in. Of course after the initial cleaning it shouldn't take more than 2 hours with 2 people to clean.
Patti

[jdinstl]

Well folks...wish me luck...

A mutual friend has connected me with a potential client for residential cleaning. We spoke on the telephone yesterday, and here's what I will be looking at: a 3,000 sq ft home with hardwood floors throughout. A perfect first job, wouldn't you say? NOT!

However, my IJCSA membership purchase paid for itself again. I mined these forums for various concerns and questions, thus bringing a number of anxieties to a tolerable level. It also resulted in a number of questions I will be asking the potential client. Knowledge indeed is power, and these forums contain an immense amount of knowledge!

I'll be very interested in seeing the hardwood flooring and the woodwork. He does not live too far from me, so I'm suspecting the residence to have been built in the late 1800's, early 1900's. If it's been kept original, or historically accurate, there is going to be a lot of woodwork! A number of large homes in this neighborhood began their lives as multi-family units, later buyers would rehab them into single family dwellings.

In lieu of my being able to supply cleaning customer references, I can provide him with quality character references at least. Each of these people I have worked with and interacted in various capacities for over 10 years. Hopefully that will ease some of the fears regarding the lack of cleaning references.

I know pricing is going to be an issue to be worked with a bit. The size of the structure puts it in a higher price range -- but my newness in the business calls for some discounting.

Any remarks, comments, suggestions, and so forth from the good membership of the IJCSA are welcomed and appreciated!

Cheers,

John

[Kevin]

Good Job! Increase those business references, no harm in taking the job at a lower price. Building solid contacts and experience right now is the goal!

[jdinstl]

Well I did it! And I didn't get thrown out on my tail!

As it stands, they are interviewing a number of contractors. In the next few weeks, there will a runoff competion. My demonstration cleaning is scheduled for the 11th of November! Woohoo! Part of me is a bit nervous, and that is appropriate, I believe. Overall, I'm excited though. I'm still in the running! :-)

They will be on premises for that cleaning -- and actually I prefer that. Such will allow for adjustments to my procedures and to their particular preferences.

My suspicions were confirmed -- a lot of woodwork, absolutely beautiful, richly grained woodwork. Their taste in furniture is towards oak, mahogany and cherry. The flooring is obviously not original but of fairly recent install. I would say it is in overall good shape, but is beginning to show a need for focused attention.

Two and one-half bathrooms are floored with ceramic tile, as is a breakfast nook off the kitchen.

I explained some processes, such as how I would handle the flooring, door framing, and what products I would use. They did not ask a whole lot of questions, and when I asked if they had any questions, the one would open the brochure! I don't know if that's a good, bad, or neutral sign!

Ultimately,whatever the outcome, it was a good experience, a good first step. These forums not only armed me with knowledge, but also confidence. You people are awesome!

Any comments, suggestions, or critique is welcomed.

Cheers,

John

[Kevin]

Do you get paid for that initial cleaning? Or are you showing your talents off? What is the age of the homeowners? Is it an open bid with disclosure? When you get your final bid drafted email it to me for review if you wish?

[sparklingtouch]

I really need some tips. I have to submit my first bid for an apartment in a turn situation. They have given the the info for 1-2-3 BR apartments, but I'm not sure if I should just give a flat rate or a flat rate per apt and then calculate the labor. I will do all of the cleaning except for shampooing the carpet, painting, and cleaning the windows. Any suggestions on how to approach this? I also have an appointment next week for two additional apartment complexes so I'd really like to get some understanding asap....by the way this is my first time posting!

[Kevin]

A friend used to clean for a large apartment complex. She was dealing in volume. They were giving her about 7-8 apartments a day. I think you will be shocked at the price you want, and what they want. You should bid them at a flat rate, per apartment with conditions. There is a difference when an apartment is an eviction and a "pleaseant its time to move" Make sure to specify how much weight in garbage is acceptable. I would write up a seperate price for each 1,2 & 3 bedroom apartment. Its great if you can get the apartment manager to commit to how many apartments per month you will be receiving.