House cleaning and ironing

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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• general tidy, dusting, vacuuming and mopping of accessible rooms
• clean kitchen surfaces, sinks, exterior of appliances and sanitise touchpoints
• clean bathroom fixtures including toilet, shower, bath, tiles and mirrors
• ironing: sort garments, set appropriate heat and steam, iron and fold or hang to client instruction
• spot-treat light stains and flag items needing specialist or dry-clean service
• bring basic cleaning supplies and PPE for heavily soiled laundry or waste
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £45 | £75 | first 30–60 min on site |
Labour per hour | £20 | £35 | per cleaner; multiple cleaners increase total cost |
Materials | £5 | £20 | cleaning products and ironing aids |
Disposal | £0 | £20 | removal of large rubbish or contaminated waste |
Extras (ironing / laundry collection) | £12 | £30 | per hour or per basket; collection/drop-off may cost extra |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £90 | £220 | typical clean with some ironing; deep cleans or multiple loads cost more |
Time on Site
Most routine visits take 1–3 hours for a small house; deep cleans or full ironing for several loads can take 3–6 hours. factors that extend time include property size, number of bedrooms, level of soiling, stairs or limited access, and separate ironing loads
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• are you insured and do you carry public liability and contents cover
• do you bring your own products and iron or should i supply specialist items
• how do you charge for ironing and is collection/drop-off available
• what is your policy on damaged or lost items and can you provide references
• can you accommodate pets, stairs or restricted access and are there additional costs
• what is your cancellation and turnaround time for ironing or multiple loads
How to Avoid Surprises
• clear surfaces and remove fragile or valuable items before arrival
• confirm parking, access codes or lift availability to avoid delays
• tell the cleaner about stains, delicate fabrics or items needing specialist care
• provide a separate area with power for ironing and a place to hang finished items
• advise of pets, communal rules or health concerns (mould, infestations) before booking
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