Question 1

How much does cleaning cost in South Africa in 2026?

Accepted Answer

A once-off domestic clean typically costs R350–R700, a deep clean of a 3-bedroom home R900–R2,200, and a post-build clean R1,500–R4,500 depending on size and mess. Carpet and upholstery cleaning runs R450–R1,200, and ongoing office cleaning is often priced from about R45/hour per cleaner. Most services quote after a quick description of the space.

Question 2

What's the difference between a regular clean and a deep clean?

Accepted Answer

A regular (maintenance) clean covers surfaces, floors, bathrooms, and kitchen for upkeep. A deep clean is far more thorough — inside cupboards and appliances, behind and under furniture, skirtings, light fittings, windows, tiles and grout, and full sanitising. Deep cleans are ideal before moving in, after a renovation, or as a seasonal reset.

Question 3

How long does a deep clean take?

Accepted Answer

A deep clean of a standard 3-bedroom home takes a team of 2 cleaners about 4–6 hours. Post-build cleans take longer because of dust, paint, and debris. Move-in/move-out cleans depend on the condition the property is left in. A good service will confirm the time and team size when quoting.

Question 4

Are cleaning services insured and vetted?

Accepted Answer

Reputable cleaning services carry public liability insurance (covering accidental damage) and screen their staff. All cleaning services on FlowLeads are vetted for insurance and references before joining the network. For regular domestic work, many clients prefer the same trusted cleaner each visit — ask the service about consistency.

Question 5

Do I need to supply cleaning products and equipment?

Accepted Answer

It varies. Many services bring their own products and equipment (sometimes at a small extra cost), while others use yours — especially for regular domestic work. Confirm upfront, and flag any surfaces needing special products (natural stone, wood, delicate upholstery) so the cleaner brings the right materials.

Question 6

Can I book a regular weekly or monthly clean?

Accepted Answer

Yes — most services offer once-off, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly schedules. Regular bookings are usually cheaper per visit than once-off cleans and let you build a relationship with a trusted cleaner. Tell us your preferred frequency in the request and we'll match you with services that offer it.

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