How Much Should You Charge for Apartment Cleanings?

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  • Опубликовано: 8 янв 2025

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  • @thejanitorialstore
    @thejanitorialstore 4 года назад +2

    Another great video Angela!
    Asking the right questions is what every cleaning business owner needs to do in order to get the information they need to give a profitable price for the job. The best question you can ask is one where the prospect says "I have never been asked that before".

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +1

      So true! Thanks for sharing this and thanks for your kind words. Happy New Year!

  • @mrspunk61
    @mrspunk61 2 года назад +4

    Aren't we all just figuring out how much we need to survive per month and then figuring out how that breaks down into a 5 day week and then how much you need to make per hour for that to workout? I'm a painting contractor so figuring out how long 3 bedrooms a kitchen, bathroom and hall will take comes from experience. It's not an exact science. Just like cleaning it comes down to the condition of the house before you start. I couldn't charge by the hour or customers could question the final bill. On a small job when does that job actually start and finish? You have to drive there and back, you have to set up and be prepared with all your supplies and don't forget overhead and taxes. As an independent contractor you also need to pay both sides of social security . Ok , hopefully there is some cash involved but if you really think it all out we should probably all be charging more than we are. If you can get very good at a job others hate or are just unable to do you should always be busy but don't be afraid to charge as much as you can. Your customers are your biggest sales agents so treat them right and they will spread your name

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +2

      Well said Robert! Thanks for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it!

  • @cindycox9496
    @cindycox9496 Год назад +2

    So Angela I don't know a fair price? But I don't like to take advantage of them either. They live close by me too. The apt is very messy all the time.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  11 месяцев назад +3

      The easiest way to do this then is to factor in a price based on the hour. How many hours will it take you to clean? How much do you charge by the hour? Starting rates in the USA right now (2024) are at $50 per hour or higher.

  • @whereeaglesdare9584
    @whereeaglesdare9584 2 года назад +5

    I think it should be a $100 minimum and then goes up past 2 hours at a discounted hourly rate. Whether it's a standard 2bd 1ba apartment or a deep clean for a mansion.
    If people want something that takes less than an hour they are violating basic economical rules by spending more time in managing, coordinating, giving access to, and making payment rather than just doing the one hour of cleaning themselves.
    The $100 minimum is to solidify your ability to make money.
    Incorporating your gas/travel travel to and from job/management/scheduling/materials/%of cancellations/startup costs/tools/insurance.
    It probably costs people almost $50 before they step through the door and begin cleaning.
    - Comment as of May 2022

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +2

      Thanks so much for watching the video and for taking the time to comment : )

  • @bkirstie
    @bkirstie 4 года назад +4

    i pay $170/1 hour for 2 housecleaners. i’m near nyc, so i think it’s steep, but i’m happy with them. i have a 600 square foot apartment. it’s easy to clean. i live alone, no pets, no kids. it’s always clean too.

    • @jfitzpatrick6108
      @jfitzpatrick6108 4 года назад +5

      $170 for two people to work one hour is $85 per hour per person. I doubt there are many persons in the US getting paid $85 per hour to clean residences.
      If two people take 1 hour to clean a tiny, 600 sq. ft. apartment that means one person could clean it in about 2 hours.
      I think you may be the only person in the US to pay $170 to clean a tiny, 600 sq. ft. apartment.

    • @mirandataylor6385
      @mirandataylor6385 4 года назад +4

      Yikes that’s too much.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for sharing this. Rates vary from city to city.

    • @mellymel6216
      @mellymel6216 4 года назад +1

      That's way too much...
      NYC 2 bed 2 bath - 1,300 square feet
      3 cleaners who bring own cleaning materials
      Price : $130
      Average time: 1 hour 15min
      Frequency: weekly
      Each visit includes one heavy area/item example Entire Stove, Refrigerator, Kitchen Cabinets or All Windows.
      No laundry No Dishes No Mess to organize

    • @AMindInOverdrive
      @AMindInOverdrive 4 года назад +1

      A few ways to look at that price. One is that everything costs more in NYC, so that means her cleaners have high living costs too.
      They likely need to LIVE in NYC to be able to provide that service; Ergo their rent alone is a lot. There is no reason they should be expected to live in squalor just to be around to provide that service to people who can afford to live in NYC. Plus, do you want your cleaner to be living in cockroach/flea-infested buildings and then come into your home to clean?
      Plus, it's hard work - physical

  • @beckyfowler9919
    @beckyfowler9919 4 года назад +2

    I've missed you So much.(my fault ive been super busy/tired) Love the way you explain things so Clear and eye awaking! Merry Christmas God Bless. I hope to be back daily!

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +1

      Hi Becky, Welcome back. We've missed you here. Merry Christmas and God Bless to you and your family as well. :-)

  • @moniquewilliams6698
    @moniquewilliams6698 4 года назад +2

    I need help pricing at 106 apt complex, move in and move outs 500-700sq ft apts. 8 bldgs 1 larg lobby with 2 restrooms and 2 laundry rooms. 8 bldgs keeping the rugs and Hallways clean and vacuumed

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Год назад +1

      Hello! I am sorry for being sol late to respond!! Check out these videos for tips and search my channel for more info on pricing! ruclips.net/video/n8MY-BhVttI/видео.html ruclips.net/video/NOqJDoMj9tk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/G65VhJRor6M/видео.html Thank you for watching!!! 🤗😊

  • @kiabellray402
    @kiabellray402 4 года назад +3

    My highest rate is $35/ hr. This is for first time or deep cleans. I like charing by the hour instead of by the job.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +3

      Charging by the hour makes math easy. :-)

    • @kiabellray402
      @kiabellray402 4 года назад +4

      @@rachelamundsen8265 I don't worry about my hourly rate deterring people from hiring me. That's the best part about being my own boss! I choose who I want my clients to be.

  • @sethvanhorn2424
    @sethvanhorn2424 3 года назад +2

    How much would you charge for an apartment turn clean?
    Studio?
    1 bedroom?
    2 bedroom?
    3 bedroom?
    Also what would you charge if you had to do extra work like clean up the painters mess from the previous work done?

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  3 года назад +2

      Seth, I wish I could give you a price like $75, $100 and $125 and with painters mess $150. That would be so easy to do - but it wouldn't make any sense. Are you just cleaning bedrooms? Is the kitchen, bathrooms, living room, dining room, stairway or hallway, and entrances included? Do people live there or are the units vacant? What part of the country do you live in? Is this new construction? If yes, is this a pre-clean before the buyers come in or is it a final clean before closing after the painters have been there for a kabillionth time after blue-tape repairs? The pricing will vary on so many factors. Does your price include a garage or windows or a patio? Oven or fridge? I just have so many questions. And if you don't ask these questions of the person hiring you - they will ask you these questions when you give them a price.

    • @sethvanhorn2424
      @sethvanhorn2424 3 года назад

      @@AskAngelaBrown they are vacant units in between tenants.
      The requirements are a general cleaning such as:
      Dusting: blinds, window sills, fans, and light fixtures.
      Vacuuming: all carpeted areas
      Sweeping and mopping bathroom and kitchen
      Oven and refrigerator cleaning
      Scrubbing the shower, toilet, and sink
      Wiping the outside and inside of the front door.

    • @sethvanhorn2424
      @sethvanhorn2424 3 года назад +2

      I live in Oklahoma City and I am currently doing it for the below prices:
      Studio:75
      1 bedroom:85
      2 bedroom95
      3 bedroom:105
      Not sure what too charge for painters making an extra mess but it added about 2 hours to my labor the other day.

    • @sethvanhorn2424
      @sethvanhorn2424 3 года назад

      Is this too cheap?

  • @shavonniaw8639
    @shavonniaw8639 Год назад +1

    i would like to know, in square foot of each apartment how you know if you giving the right charge amount and not under or over-bidding? And since the inflation have went up how do you know how much more to charge . it is very hard because the property managers will not share honesty how muchis there budget so you can be fair

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Год назад +1

      I like to rely on the walk-through as a guide- which is why that is so important. You can see the scope of the work and get a read on the situation. If you are a professional housecleaner, you might be interested in the private Facebook Group I have. You can get support and advice from other professionals that have had similar experiences. If you'd like to join, check it out: facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners
      Thank you for sharing your experience, I'm so happy you are here. 🤗

  • @DianneSoto-z7m
    @DianneSoto-z7m Год назад +1

    I got a great opportunity to clean the common areas of a 57 unit retirement complex. It has 4 floors, stairwells included as well as, 1 set of bathrooms per floor, 1 laundry room per floor. And 2 activity rooms w many tables and counters. I am having trouble calculating the labor for this job, and how long it will take w myself and 1 other. Thank you for your advise.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Год назад +1

      Hi. This video might be helpful: ruclips.net/video/n8MY-BhVttI/видео.html Thank you for watching! 🙂

    • @DianneSoto-z7m
      @DianneSoto-z7m Год назад

      Thank you for referring me to a video I haven't seen. I understand separating the rooms out, and pricing per room an how long. In my case its just the Common Areas. Do you have advise on cleaning large areas, w lots of surface space?

  • @apple091000
    @apple091000 2 года назад +1

    How much to clean the hallway of an 5 story apartment building hallway. They wan a Deep cleaning of the hallway carpet and deep cleaning of the baseboard and tile floors.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +1

      This sounds like a job for a carpet cleaner who has scrub machines and burnishers - not a house cleaner doing a deep clean. A five story apartment building also sounds like a commercial account - which may not be covered under your general liability insurance policy for residential cleaning.

  • @cindyb3028
    @cindyb3028 4 года назад +2

    I've been asked to clean walls in a home but don't know if I should charge for the job or by the hour.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +2

      If you don't have experience doing it, and don't know how long it will take you, you may want to charge by the hour for that special project so you don't leave money on the table.

    • @cindyb3028
      @cindyb3028 4 года назад

      @@AskAngelaBrown thank you. Any advice on how much to charge? He said he wants a good price, meaning they don’t want to pay much.
      They have wallpaper and I didn’t want to risk damaging it so I was going to dust first with Swiffer then use a bucket with Dawn in hot water. I bought a flat mop with a detachable microfiber pad that has a built in self ringer. I was going to use a bucket with some Dawn dish soap to clean it.

  • @NatalieWertz-m4n
    @NatalieWertz-m4n 4 месяца назад +1

    Move in move out base prices for a 1 bedroom 1000 Sq feet 2 bedroom 1,200 qs feet and 3 bedroom 1,300 Sq feet. And deep clean oven, fridge, baseboards etc . Base price .

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 месяца назад +1

      Base price depends on how the property was left (cluttered, tidy), in which zip code or postal code, and the scope of work being done. What are the expectations that need to be met by the landlord/property owner of the move out clean? I wish it were a one size fits all, but it's not.

  • @corneliushenry25
    @corneliushenry25 2 года назад +1

    Hello, I have a cleaning company in Springfield, IL. I want to grow my business, I currently only do residential. I want to start servicing apartment complexes. I have my eye on one that has 17 floors 100+ units. There is a lobby with marble tile floors and about 900 sq ft. 100+ parking garage slots, lundry room, fitnesses center, game lounge and meeting room. What would you say is a ballpark price to charge for cleaning and upkeep? Thanks

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Год назад +1

      Here is a paid link for commercial cleaning help: savvycleaner.com/docs/commercial-cleaning-get-help/

  • @mimiflower8500
    @mimiflower8500 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much Angela for all your videos I really appreciate it😊happy holidays💐

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад

      Thank you Mimi. And Happy Holidays to you and your family as well. :-) 🎄🎁⛄

  • @edwinhernandez7202
    @edwinhernandez7202 4 года назад +1

    How much to charge for cleaning an apartment complex in upstate ny with 9 buildings the cleaning would be for the office lobby, halls n stairs in every building and clean outs for empty apts

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +3

      Your best bet is to set an appointment with the building manager. Go over exactly what is going to be needed. Find out how much they are paying now. Find out if they have onsite equipment or supplies for the office for the lobby, hall and stairs or if you will be bidding all equipment and supplies along with the price of each unit.

    • @edwinhernandez7202
      @edwinhernandez7202 4 года назад +1

      Thank you,very much I'll make an appointment with the complex manager also wanted to thank you for all the awesome work you do, I have learned alot from ur educational videos and look forward to joining the savvy cleaning membership

  • @halentobar3298
    @halentobar3298 3 года назад +1

    Have an apartment complex needing detailed cleaning (including all rooms in the apartment, all covers and appliances, shampoo carpets (all rooms minus kitchen n bathroom are carpeted) 1brdrm. Apartment Is 669sq ft and a 2brd. Is 1,093 square ft. How much would you estimate you'd charge for that? Thank you!

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +2

      It is very hard to give an estimate without seeing the property. You never know what you are getting into without seeing the space you are going to clean. 👍

  • @howardcampbell5102
    @howardcampbell5102 Год назад +1

    How much to clean a two bedroom apartment

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Год назад +1

      The cost of cleaning a two-bedroom apartment can vary depending on several factors such as the size of the apartment, the level of cleaning required, and the location. In general, professional cleaning services may charge anywhere from $75 to $150 for a standard cleaning of a two-bedroom apartment. However, prices can be higher or lower depending on the specific circumstances and any additional services requested. It's advisable to reach out to local cleaning companies or request quotes to get a more accurate estimate based on the specific needs and location. Keep in mind that some cleaning services may offer different packages or options, such as deep cleaning or recurring cleaning, which can impact the overall cost.

  • @reneeeasterling9932
    @reneeeasterling9932 4 года назад

    I like they way you explained it. Perfect. Thanks 😊

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +1

      You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

  • @tonicalloway1218
    @tonicalloway1218 3 года назад +1

    How much would you charge to clean a two bedroom apartment

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +1

      Hi Toni, There are many factors that need to be considered before giving a quote so I always recommend a walkthrough. I have many videos on this topic. Here is one:
      ruclips.net/video/xF1Yyt4d0Sw/видео.html
      Good luck and keep me posted on how your business is going.

  • @nigelpaloa9463
    @nigelpaloa9463 3 года назад +1

    How do I manage my chemical usage

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  3 года назад

      At Savvy Cleaner, we use gallons of cleaning concentrates. We use the 1 oz pumps that fit right on the gallon jugs to help track the inventory. 1oz concentrate = 32 oz. All-purpose cleaner etc. We have a paid training course that goes into the details savvycleaner.com/eco-cleaning-supplies

  • @missindependent8555
    @missindependent8555 3 года назад +1

    U can answer by say if it a bedroom & 2 bathroom if not messy

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  3 года назад +1

      Tell me first, how many people and animals occupy the home, and how many trinkets do they have that need to be cleaned and dusted. Oh, and what part of the country do they live in? Oh, and how long has it been since the place was cleaned?...There are more questions that need to be answered in order to give an accurate price. It's like asking how much does a small car cost? Or how much does a sandwich cost? So many variables that to give a fair price, you need fair answers.

    • @KaceyMoulton
      @KaceyMoulton 2 года назад

      @@AskAngelaBrown I get all this but the thing people never answer is how do you know how much to increase your price by? Like if 2 apartments are the exact same layout, same area etc but one of them is really dirty.. and one just has toys all over but isn’t that dirty.. how do you know how much to increase the dirtier one by? I think that’s what we all want to know. How do we put a number to it after doing the walkthrough and asking the questions

  • @marilynh5487
    @marilynh5487 Год назад +1

    Thanks

  • @karenbryant1009
    @karenbryant1009 4 года назад +1

    Angela. I asked a question on Facebook and they put F. i have no idea what that means.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +1

      It means they are following the conversation. This way they've tagged themselves in the conversation. When anyone posts a comment it alerts them that a comment has been made on a post they are following. It would be more productive if they added their question or why they also wanted to know - it might help narrow the answer to what they are looking for. :-)

    • @karenbryant1009
      @karenbryant1009 4 года назад

      @@AskAngelaBrown thank you, I understand now

  • @Minnie11chula
    @Minnie11chula 4 года назад +3

    I have found that when you give a range the potential client automatically expects the lowest end of the range so never expect to get the job at the higher end of your range.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +5

      The purpose for the range is so that you are not locked into any price. The range is to encourage a walkthrough which will help you both clarify expectations and set the correct price. But it's true, you get what you expect. Make sure you expect to be paid what the job is worth. :-)

  • @AMindInOverdrive
    @AMindInOverdrive 4 года назад +1

    Give a price range, depending on how long you think it will take?

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад +2

      Yes, and you have to factor in your other expenses as well. You have to charge a base rate plus profit - and then figure out how long it will take.

    • @AMindInOverdrive
      @AMindInOverdrive 4 года назад

      @@AskAngelaBrown I know right! So many other expenses.

  • @cindycox9496
    @cindycox9496 Год назад +1

    Ty I'm stressing

  • @ParlaysbewinninatX
    @ParlaysbewinninatX 2 года назад +1

    Thanks 👍🏾

  • @christinemadrazo6755
    @christinemadrazo6755 4 года назад +1

    Thank you, Angela.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад

      Thanks for watching and taking the time to drop me a line. Merry Christmas! 🎄⛄🎁

  • @MrShynepoe
    @MrShynepoe 3 года назад +1

    One unit three bedroom apartment clean out

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  3 года назад +1

      Does it have kitchen appliances or have they been removed? Has the tenant moved or are they still living there? Was the home maintained or are there scuff marks on the walls and flooring that need to be removed? What part of the world do you live in? I wish I could rattle off a price - but I don't know the answer without knowing more. It's like asking how much does it cost for a meal?

  • @laurenastudillo3216
    @laurenastudillo3216 2 года назад +3

    I make $250/1 & 2 bed with 1 bath
    I make $350/2B 1.5 bath
    I make $400/ 3B 2bath
    1&2 bed take 4-8 hours average 6 hrs
    3B 2B averages 8 hours but can be 10 hrs

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 года назад +4

      Wow, that is quite a program you've got there. This sounds like a deep clean. Do you only do deep cleans?

  • @SmileToday-CryTomorrow
    @SmileToday-CryTomorrow 4 года назад +3

    Typically what do you charge for a Dog House cleaning job? I am kidding, but thought that would be 1st for you LOL

  • @susandoyle2822
    @susandoyle2822 4 года назад

    Absolutely! Geographically is a huge factor as well.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 года назад

      YES! This is true. Prices have to be competitive with the going rate in your area.