Domestic Cleaning in London (42)

Costs vary by region and whether you hire through an agency or go independent.

On average, a domestic cleaner in London will charge between £10 and £25 an hour.

We take a closer look at typical costs below.

• Self-employed cleaners usually charge between £10 - £20 per hour
• Cleaning agencies usually charge between £15 - £25 per hour
• For top-end cleaning services, or a deep cleaning service, you may be charged more.

Always confirm whether the cleaner brings their own equipment and cleaning products, as this can affect the price.

Domestic cleaning is about keeping your home fresh, tidy, and liveable.

A typical London domestic cleaner will usually take care of:

• Vacuuming carpets, rugs, and floors
• Mopping hard flooring
• Dusting shelves, skirting boards, and surfaces
• Cleaning bathrooms – including sinks, showers, baths and loos
• Wiping kitchen worktops, splashbacks, and hob tops
• Emptying bins and light polishing of mirrors or interior glass

Some cleaners offer extras like:

• Folding and putting away laundry
• Making or changing beds
• Cleaning inside kitchen appliances
• Watering plants or light tidying

Just be sure to agree to the scope upfront. Not every cleaning service in London offers the same level of detail.

In a 2-hour domestic clean, most cleaners will focus on high-traffic areas. A common routine might include:

• One bathroom fully cleaned
• Kitchen wiped and mopped
• Living room vacuumed and dusted
• Quick tidy in one or two bedrooms

It’s enough time for a light spruce-up, not a full deep clean. If your home’s larger or you want extra tasks done, allow more time, or spread your priorities across visits.

It depends on your home and lifestyle. In London, choices may include:

• Weekly: Great for busy households or families
• Fortnightly: Keeps things ticking over
• Monthly or one-off: Ideal for deep cleaning or special occasions

There’s no wrong answer — just what works for your routine and budget!

In three hours, you can expect:

• Full bathroom and kitchen clean
• Vacuuming and dusting across multiple rooms
• Hard floors mopped
• A few additional jobs, like wiping windowsills, folding laundry or cleaning inside the microwave

It's a good idea to double check what's included in the price, as domestic cleaning services may vary between different companies or individuals.

On average, most 3-hour domestic cleans in London cost between £30 – £60, depending on the cleaner’s rate and the services included.

For more detailed info, visit our guide on house cleaning costs.

A 2-hour clean can usually cover the main living areas and bathroom. Think vacuuming, dusting, wiping down kitchen surfaces, and a quick clean of the loo and sink. It’s ideal for a maintenance clean, not a deep clean.

With 3 hours, a cleaner could tackle your kitchen and bathroom more thoroughly, hoover throughout, dust all surfaces, and even do some mopping. It’s a good option for a more detailed top-up clean.