This calculator provides a preliminary estimate for professional cleaning services. The final price can vary based on the specific condition of your home, the level of detail required, and the company providing the service. We aim to give you a transparent starting point to understand the potential costs involved.
Factors Influencing Your Estimate:
Size of Your Home: The number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the total square footage are primary drivers of cost. Larger homes naturally require more time and resources.
Cleaning Frequency: Regular cleaning (weekly, bi-weekly) is often priced differently per visit than less frequent services (monthly, quarterly). One-time or deep cleaning services typically have a higher per-visit rate due to the intensive nature of the work.
Type of Cleaning: A standard clean focuses on essential areas, while a deep clean involves more detailed tasks in every room.
Additional Services: Opting for add-ons like cleaning the inside of your oven or refrigerator, or interior window cleaning, will increase the overall cost. These tasks are time-consuming and require specific tools and attention.
Condition of the Home: Homes with excessive clutter, heavy pet hair, or significant buildup may require extra time and thus incur higher costs.
How the Estimate is Calculated (General Logic):
Our calculator uses a base rate that is adjusted based on the inputs you provide. While the exact algorithms vary between cleaning companies, a common approach involves:
Base Rate per Room/Square Foot: A foundational cost is established, often influenced by the total square footage and number of rooms.
Frequency Discount/Premium: More frequent services might offer a slight discount per visit due to efficiency and consistency, while one-time or deep cleans command a higher rate.
Add-on Pricing: Each additional service is assigned a specific cost based on the estimated time and effort involved.
Example Scenario:
Let's consider a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home of 1800 sq ft. If you opt for a bi-weekly cleaning service and add "Inside Fridge Cleaning," the estimate would factor in:
The base cost associated with an 1800 sq ft, 3 bed/2 bath property.
A rate appropriate for bi-weekly service.
An additional charge specifically for the inside fridge cleaning service.
This calculator is a tool to help you get a quick, ballpark figure. For an exact quote, we recommend contacting a professional cleaning service directly to discuss your specific needs and potentially schedule an in-home assessment.
function calculateEstimate() {
var bedrooms = parseFloat(document.getElementById("numberOfBedrooms").value);
var bathrooms = parseFloat(document.getElementById("numberOfBathrooms").value);
var squareFootage = parseFloat(document.getElementById("squareFootage").value);
var frequency = document.getElementById("cleaningFrequency").value;
var additionalServices = document.getElementById("additionalServices").value;
var baseRatePerSqFt = 0.15; // Base cost per square foot
var costPerBedroom = 20;
var costPerBathroom = 30;
var frequencyMultiplier = 1.0;
var additionalServiceCost = 0;
// Adjust base rate by frequency
if (frequency === "weekly") {
frequencyMultiplier = 0.9; // Slight discount for frequent cleaning
} else if (frequency === "bi-weekly") {
frequencyMultiplier = 1.0;
} else if (frequency === "monthly") {
frequencyMultiplier = 1.1;
} else if (frequency === "quarterly") {
frequencyMultiplier = 1.3;
} else if (frequency === "one-time") {
frequencyMultiplier = 1.5; // Higher rate for one-time/deep clean
}
// Calculate base cost
var estimatedCost = (squareFootage * baseRatePerSqFt) + (bedrooms * costPerBedroom) + (bathrooms * costPerBathroom);
// Adjust for frequency multiplier
estimatedCost *= frequencyMultiplier;
// Add costs for additional services
if (additionalServices === "inside-oven") {
additionalServiceCost = 50;
} else if (additionalServices === "inside-fridge") {
additionalServiceCost = 40;
} else if (additionalServices === "window-cleaning") {
additionalServiceCost = 60;
} else if (additionalServices === "deep-clean-add") {
// Assuming deep clean add-on significantly increases cost
additionalServiceCost = 100;
}
estimatedCost += additionalServiceCost;
// Ensure no NaN results and handle edge cases
if (isNaN(bedrooms) || isNaN(bathrooms) || isNaN(squareFootage) || bedrooms < 0 || bathrooms < 0 || squareFootage < 0) {
document.getElementById("estimatedCost").innerText = "Invalid Input";
return;
}
// Format the result to two decimal places
var formattedCost = "$" + estimatedCost.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById("estimatedCost").innerText = formattedCost;
}