Costs & services of professional cleaning
Whether you want to keep your home clean on a regular basis or need to spruce up an apartment for handover, professional cleaning can save you a lot of time, stress, and, in some cases, money. Many people underestimate the effort involved, especially when moving out, because property managers often check kitchens, bathrooms, and windows very carefully. At the same time, cleaning companies offer a wide range of services: routine cleaning, window and blind cleaning, carpet and upholstery cleaning, intensive appliance cleaning, or final cleaning with a guarantee of acceptance.
How much does cleaning really cost in Switzerland? What services are usually included—and which are charged separately? And when is it worth cleaning yourself instead of hiring a team? In this guide, you will find realistic cost estimates, the most important price factors, an overview of common cleaning services with guide prices, and money-saving tips that will help you significantly reduce the effort (or the bill).
Cleaning costs in Switzerland: realistic guidelines
There is no "one price" for cleaning services. The decisive factors are the number of rooms, condition/level of dirt, windows and blinds, and whether an acceptance or handover guarantee is required. Many providers charge flat rates for final cleaning based on apartment size. For maintenance cleaning or special cases, hourly rates are more commonly used – in practice, often CHF 40–60 per hour (depending on the region, team, and materials).
To help you plan your budget, here are some typical price ranges.
Flat rates based on apartment size
1–1.5rooms
Usually includes: kitchen/kitchenette, bathroom, floors, surfaces, fewer windows.
Cost: approx. $350–480
2–2.5rooms
More space, more windows, cleaning wet rooms often more time-consuming.
Cost: approx. $420–650
3–3.5rooms
Noticeably more time thanks to space, windows, often a balcony, or additional rooms.
Cost: approx. $690–990
4–5rooms
Spacious family apartments (more bathrooms, large windows, larger kitchen).
Cost: approx. $990–$1,600
Single-familyhome
Cost: approx. $1,800–$2,800
What is included in many offers as a basic package (depending on the company):
- Vacuum/wet clean floors (depending on flooring type)
- Kitchen: Surfaces, exterior fronts, sink, work surfaces
- Bathroom: sanitary areas, fittings, mirrors
- Dusting/surface cleaning, doors/handles
- Windows inside/outside within a defined basic scope
Important: Features such as an oven interior, extractor fan, refrigerator, or slatted blinds are not always automatically included—these are often separate items.
Price surcharges and additional items
Acceptance guarantee / Deliveryguarantee
The company will make repairs free of charge if the administration has any complaints. This is particularly useful when moving out.
Surcharge: CHF 60–120
Heavysoiling
Smokers' apartments, heavy grease deposits, traces of mold, extremely calcified wet rooms, or floors that have not been cleaned for a long time require more time and stronger cleaning agents.
Surcharge: often +25–40%
Balcony / Terrace / Basement /Attic
Additional areas are often charged at a flat rate.
Cost: approx. $100–150
Number of windows and specialwindows
Many windows, sliding doors, skylights, or conservatory elements can be operated separately.
Guideline values: $25–40 per window or $50–70 per large glass element
Carpetcleaning
Carpets usually require deep cleaning with a machine, while hard floors are quicker to clean.
Additional charge: often 7–12 CHF/m² (depending on the method used)
What has the greatest impact on the price
Even if two apartments are the same size, the quote may still differ. This is because the cost does not depend solely on square meters:
Number of rooms and roomlayout
Many small rooms mean more edges, corners, doors, and detailed work. Extra rooms such as storage rooms, offices, or hobby rooms also count.
General condition (lime scale, grease, nicotine, moisture)
The kitchen and bathroom are usually the sticking points. Burnt-on grease, lime scale, or nicotine deposits significantly increase the time required.
Windows, frames, rebates, andaccessibility
"Quick cleaning" of windows is not the same as final cleaning: frames, rebates, and hard-to-reach areas take time—as do blinds and slats.
Kitchen includingappliances
Ovens, refrigerators, and range hoods are often the most expensive individual items because they are prone to stubborn dirt and grime.
Bathrooms andgrout
A tidy bathroom can be cleaned in no time. A bathroom with calcified fittings, discolored grout, or traces of mold requires special treatment.
Additional areas and special requests
Floor polishing, initial care, carpet or upholstery cleaning, odor neutralization—these are extras that affect the price.
Region anddemand
In cities and regions with high demand, prices are often higher than in rural areas—even for the same services.
What cleaning services are available—and what they typically cost
Many companies offer packages that you can combine. This makes sense: you can decide whether you only need final cleaning or also want windows, appliances, or special work done.
Final cleaning with acceptance guarantee
For apartment handover, the standard package includes: kitchen, bathroom, floors, surfaces, and agreed window positions. The acceptance guarantee means that any complaints will be rectified at no extra cost.
Cost: approx. 470–1,900 CHF ( 1–5 rooms; with guarantee, tends to be at the higher end)
Window and blind service
Windows are cleaned without leaving streaks, usually including frames/rebates. Slatted blinds are time-consuming and are often charged separately.
Guideline values:
- Windows (inside & outside): $10–25 per sash
- Slatted blinds: $10–25 per piece
Intensive kitchen cleaning (oven, extractor fan, refrigerator)
These items are often not automatically included in the basic package because the cost varies greatly.
Typical prices:
- Oven: $60–$80
- Steam extractor: 60–80 CHF
- Refrigerator: $40–60
Bathroom and sanitary cleaning
Professional descaling and grout treatment deliver the "like new" results that are often expected during inspections.
Cost: approx. $120–220 per bathroom (depending on size/condition)
Floor cleaning (hard floors, parquet, stone, carpet)
Every surface requires a suitable method: parquet flooring needs to be treated gently, stone can be cleaned or polished more intensively, and carpets usually need deep cleaning.
Guideline values:
- Wet cleaning of parquet/stone: $5–7/m²
- Carpet shampooing/deep cleaning: $5–$15/m²
Special cleaning (nicotine, animal hair, mold stains)
Special cases cost more because they require time, materials, and, in some cases, protective measures.
Guideline values:
- Nicotine cleaning: $10–22/m²
- Pet hair removal: $50–$150 per room
- Mold (superficial): $200–$350 (depending on the area and effort required)
Clean it yourself or hire a company?
The question is not so much "Can I clean?" but rather: Do I have time, is the apartment in good condition, and do I need a guarantee that it will be accepted?
What you can do well yourself
DIY works best when the apartment is well maintained and there are no "problem areas."
Typical own contributions:
- Dusting, cleaning surfaces
- Vacuum and mop floors
- Cleaning the kitchen on a daily basis (work surfaces, exterior fronts)
- Clean bathroom normally (without heavy limescale)
- Clean windows if they are easily accessible.
Pros: cheaper, flexible.
Cons: time-consuming—and when transferring ownership, you don't have the security of a warranty.
When a cleaning company has a clear advantage
Once the handover date is set, if the apartment has been heavily used or there are many windows/blinds, hiring a professional is often doubly worthwhile: results + time savings.
A company is particularly useful in the following cases:
- Final cleaning with apartment handover
- Heavily calcified bathrooms, problematic joints, traces of mold
- Kitchens with grease deposits and intensive cleaning of appliances
- Nicotine exposure or odor problems
- larger apartments (3 rooms or more)
- many windows, slatted blinds, large glass surfaces
- little time due to work and family commitments
Advantage: predictable, professional, with a guarantee (if booked).
Disadvantage: costs several hundred dollars, depending on the scope.
Money-saving tips: how to make cleaning cheaper and more predictable
With just a few measures, you can either reduce the operating time or avoid expensive additional items.
1) Don't book at the end of the month
The end of the month is peak season. Companies often offer better rates during the week and in the middle of the month.
Savings: often up to 20–30%
2) Tidy up and clear space
The fewer obstacles there are, the faster the team can work.
Effect: fewer hours → lower bill
3) Pre-clean appliances
Ovens and refrigerators are often the most expensive items. Pre-cleaning saves time.
Savings: approx. $100–250
4) Install windows/blinds yourself (if realistic)
If you can do this neatly, it is one of the most effective ways to save money.
Savings: often $60–80 or more (depending on the number)
5) Compare quotes – and adjust services
Obtain and review at least three quotes: warranty yes/no, window positions, appliances, basement/balcony.
Savings: often $100–200
6) Good preparation on cleaningday
Ventilate the apartment, clarify key handover, ensure access to water/electricity, define clear priorities.
Effect: less idle time, fewer extra hours
Conclusion: Cleaning makes sense when the effort, timing, and requirements are all in line with each other.
Professional cleaning offers two main advantages: time savings and reliable quality—and, in the case of final cleanings, the added security of a handover guarantee. If your apartment is well maintained, you can do a lot yourself, but when it comes to large areas, tight deadlines, or stubborn problem areas (limescale, grease, nicotine, lots of windows), professionals are usually the less stressful and, in the end, often the more economical solution. If you compare services carefully and prepare the apartment well, you will receive a transparent quote and make significant savings.
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