Studio Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartment
2 Bedroom Apartment
3 Bedroom Apartment
Small House (up to 1500 sq ft)
Large House (1500+ sq ft)
Standard (basic dusting, vacuuming, surfaces)
Deep (includes inside appliances, windows, baseboards)
Very Deep (includes walls, ceilings, extensive scrubbing)
Your Estimated Move Out Cleaning Cost: $0.00
Understanding Your Move Out Cleaning Costs
Moving can be a hectic period, and ensuring your previous residence is left in pristine condition is crucial, often a requirement for security deposit return or to maintain good landlord relations. The cost of professional move-out cleaning can vary significantly based on several factors. This calculator aims to provide a transparent estimate by considering the size and complexity of your property, the desired level of cleanliness, and your chosen cleaning rate.
How the Calculator Works:
Our calculator uses a formula that estimates the time required for cleaning based on property type, number of bathrooms and kitchens, and the intensity of the clean. These time estimates are then multiplied by your specified hourly rate to arrive at a cost estimate.
Factors Influencing the Estimate:
Property Type: Larger properties naturally require more time to clean. We've categorized common property types to provide a baseline.
Bathrooms & Kitchens: These are typically the most time-consuming areas due to fixtures, surfaces, and potential for build-up. More bathrooms and kitchens mean more detailed work.
Deep Clean Level: A standard clean might involve basic tidying and surface cleaning. A deep clean adds tasks like cleaning inside ovens, refrigerators, and windows. A very deep clean goes further, addressing areas often overlooked, ensuring the property is immaculately presented.
Additional Tasks: Specialized services like professional carpet cleaning or extensive window washing are not standard and add to the overall time and cost.
Hourly Rate: This is a critical input. The rate you set reflects the cost of professional cleaning services in your area or your own valuation of your time if you're doing it yourself. Professional services often have higher rates due to insurance, supplies, and expertise.
Typical Time Estimates (Basis for Calculation):
The calculator uses internal, generalized time estimates for different cleaning levels and property components. These are averages and can vary:
Studio Apartment: Base time from 3-5 hours (Standard)
1 Bedroom Apartment: Base time from 4-6 hours (Standard)
2 Bedroom Apartment: Base time from 5-7 hours (Standard)
3 Bedroom Apartment: Base time from 6-8 hours (Standard)
Small House: Base time from 7-10 hours (Standard)
Large House: Base time from 9-12+ hours (Standard)
Adjustments are made for:
Bathrooms: +1 to 2 hours per bathroom (depending on depth)
Kitchens: +1.5 to 2.5 hours per kitchen (depending on depth and appliance count)
Deep Clean: +2 to 4 hours (adds interior appliances, windows etc.)
Very Deep Clean: +4 to 7 hours (adds walls, ceilings, extensive scrubbing)
Additional Tasks: Estimated time based on typical duration for such services.
Using the Calculator:
Select your property type.
Enter the number of bathrooms and kitchens.
Choose the level of cleaning required.
Add any extra services you need.
Input your estimated hourly rate.
Click "Calculate Cleaning Cost" to see your estimated total.
This tool provides an informed estimate. Actual costs may vary depending on the specific condition of the property and the cleaning provider's pricing structure.
function calculateMoveOutCost() {
var propertyType = document.getElementById("propertyType").value;
var bathrooms = parseInt(document.getElementById("bathrooms").value);
var kitchens = parseInt(document.getElementById("kitchens").value);
var deepCleanLevel = document.getElementById("deepCleanLevel").value;
var additionalTasks = parseInt(document.getElementById("additionalTasks").value);
var hourlyRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById("hourlyRate").value);
var baseTime = 0;
var deepCleanBonusTime = 0;
var bathroomTime = 0;
var kitchenTime = 0;
var additionalTaskTime = 0; // Estimating time for additional tasks
// Base time based on property type (hours)
switch (propertyType) {
case "studio":
baseTime = 4;
break;
case "1bed":
baseTime = 5;
break;
case "2bed":
baseTime = 6;
break;
case "3bed":
baseTime = 7;
break;
case "house":
baseTime = 8;
break;
case "largehouse":
baseTime = 10;
break;
default:
baseTime = 5; // Default
}
// Time for bathrooms (hours per bathroom)
bathroomTime = bathrooms * 1.5; // Average 1.5 hours per bathroom
// Time for kitchens (hours per kitchen)
kitchenTime = kitchens * 2; // Average 2 hours per kitchen
// Bonus time for deep clean level (hours)
switch (deepCleanLevel) {
case "standard":
deepCleanBonusTime = 0;
break;
case "deep":
deepCleanBonusTime = 3; // Adds time for inside appliances, windows etc.
break;
case "verydeep":
deepCleanBonusTime = 6; // Adds time for walls, ceilings, intensive scrubbing
break;
default:
deepCleanBonusTime = 0;
}
// Estimated time for additional tasks (assuming 1 hour per task for simplicity)
// This is a rough estimate and would ideally be more granular
additionalTaskTime = additionalTasks * 1.5; // Estimate 1.5 hours per additional task
// Validate inputs are numbers
if (isNaN(bathrooms) || isNaN(kitchens) || isNaN(additionalTasks) || isNaN(hourlyRate) || hourlyRate <= 0) {
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Please enter valid numbers for all fields. Hourly rate must be greater than $0.";
return;
}
// Calculate total estimated time
var totalEstimatedTime = baseTime + bathroomTime + kitchenTime + deepCleanBonusTime + additionalTaskTime;
// Calculate total cost
var totalCost = totalEstimatedTime * hourlyRate;
// Display the result
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Your Estimated Move Out Cleaning Cost: $" + totalCost.toFixed(2) + "";
}