Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect the room and identify high-traffic and problem areas

• Dust high surfaces, light fittings, shelves and skirtings

• Vacuum carpets and upholstery and apply spot treatments for stains

• Mop and sanitise hard floors and wipe window sills and interior glass

• Empty bins and remove rubbish (disposal may be charged separately)

• Move small furniture where safe and replace afterwards

• Use PPE and approved cleaners for pet mess, mould or other contamination

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most single-room cleans take 45 minutes–2 hours depending on size and condition; deep cleans or stain treatments commonly take 2–4 hours. Factors that extend time include heavy soiling, pet hair, hoarding, moving bulky furniture, working at height for high windows or shelves, and waiting for specialist products to act

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Are you insured for public liability and accidental damage?

• Do you bring your own cleaning products and can you use hypoallergenic options?

• How many cleaners will attend and can you supply a timescale for the job?

• Do you charge a call-out or a minimum time and how is labour calculated?

• Will you treat stains or odours as part of the standard clean or as an extra?

• How do you handle hazardous contamination (biohazard, mould, pet faeces) and do you bring PPE?

How to Avoid Surprises

• Clear surfaces and remove fragile items before arrival

• Provide parking or drop-off details if the van cannot park nearby

• Flag any mould, pet mess, hoarding or biohazards beforehand

• Make sure access to sockets and water for equipment is available

• Check building rules for hours, noise or use of fragrance and chemicals in communal settings