Commercial Janitorial Service Price List

A commercial janitorial service price list is a structured breakdown of how much different cleaning tasks and packages cost for businesses. It helps janitorial companies quote jobs consistently and lets owners, managers, and property operators compare options without getting lost in vague hourly estimates. Below is a comprehensive guide to how commercial janitorial price lists are usually structured, including current average rates by size, service type, and region (with examples relevant to markets like Salt Lake City and the broader U.S.).

Typical ways commercial cleaning is priced

Most janitorial companies choose one or more of the following pricing models and then publish them as a clear “price list” or rate sheet.

• Per square foot (monthly or per visit)
  Many offices and large facilities are quoted at $0.07–$0.20 per square foot per cleaning, with discounts for larger spaces. This works well for recurring nightly office janitorial, where volume and predictability matter.

• Hourly labor rates
  For one‑off jobs, deep cleans, or projects with uncertain time, companies often charge $25–$75 per hour per cleaner, depending on location and complexity. In mid‑size metro areas (such as Salt Lake City), many providers cluster around $30–$60 per hour per cleaner.

• Fixed monthly contract
  For small to mid‑sized facilities with regular schedules, a flat monthly fee is common. For example:

  • Small office (1,000–5,000 sq. ft.): roughly $300–$1,200 per month, depending on frequency and services.

  • Mid‑sized building (5,000–20,000 sq. ft.): often $1,000–$4,000+ per month.

• Per‑room or per‑window add‑on pricing

  • Carpet cleaning: $35–$55 per room or $0.15–$0.25 per sq. ft. for extraction.

  • Window cleaning: commonly $2–$8 per window, depending on size and height.

  • Deep‑clean disinfection: $0.15–$0.35 per sq. ft. for electrostatic or fogging services.

• Some services are priced individually:

Sample commercial janitorial price list (general ranges)

Here is a practical, simplified “price list” you might see from a commercial janitorial company in a mid‑size city such as Salt Lake City. These figures are indicative averages based on national and Utah‑specific data.

1. Recurring janitorial (nightly or nightly + partial week)

Service / facility type	Typical price model	Approximate range
Small office (1,000–3,000 sq. ft.)	Monthly contract, 3–5 visits/week	$200–$800/month
Mid‑sized office (3,000–10,000 sq. ft.)	Per sq. ft. or monthly fixed	$0.10–$0.20 / sq. ft. / visit or $800–$2,500/month
Large office / campus (10,000–20,000+ sq. ft.)	Custom monthly quote (per sq. ft. or per zone)	Often $2,000–$5,000+ / month

2. Hourly service pricing

Service scenario	Typical hourly rate per cleaner	Notes
Basic office cleaning	$25–$50 / hr	Common national range
Specialized or more complex jobs (medical, deep‑clean, industrial)	$40–$75 / hr	Higher for safety, training, and equipment use

3. Per‑service add‑ons and deep‑clean work

Service type	Typical pricing model	Approximate range
Office deep‑clean (1 visit)	Per sq. ft. or per visit	$0.15–$0.25 / sq. ft. or $400–$1,200+ per visit for 2,000–10,000 sq. ft.
Carpet cleaning (per room)	Per room or per sq. ft.	$35–$55 / room or $0.15–$0.25 / sq. ft. homeguide+2
Floor stripping and waxing	Per sq. ft.	$0.20–$0.55 / sq. ft. (depends on floor type)
Window cleaning (single‑story, standard)	Per window	$2–$5 / window
High‑rise or difficult‑to‑reach windows	Per window or per project	Often $4–$8 / window or project‑based quote
Electrostatic disinfection / fogging	Per sq. ft.	$0.25–$0.35 / sq. ft.
Post‑construction cleanup	Per sq. ft. or project quote	Often $0.15–$0.40 / sq. ft., with minimums for very small spaces

4. Industry‑specific monthly ranges

Many price lists also show “by building type” so clients can compare apples‑to‑apples.

Facility type	Typical price per sq. ft. per visit (recurring)	Notes
Standard office	$0.08–$0.20 / sq. ft.	Baseline for most businesses
Medical office / dental suite	$0.10–$0.30 / sq. ft.	Higher for stricter disinfection and documentation
School / childcare center	$0.10–$0.30 / sq. ft.	Often more frequent, heavier‑use areas
Light industrial/warehouse	$0.15–$0.35 / sq. ft.	More floors, fewer restrooms, heavier wear
Church / religious building	$0.08–$0.20 / sq. ft.	Often low‑traffic; paid monthly or per event

How to read and use a commercial janitorial price list

A well‑built price list is not just numbers; it should make it easy for clients to understand what they’re paying for.

• Look for clear definitions
  Check whether:

  • Pricing is per visit or per month.

  • The “per sq. ft.” rate assumes a certain number of visits (often 3–5 times per week vs. 1–2).

• Compare all‑in value, not just cents per square foot
  A slightly lower per‑sq‑ft rate with fewer visits or fewer services may cost more in the long run than a slightly higher rate with full coverage. Ask for a written checklist that matches the quote.

• Expect add‑on charges for “specials”
  Services like steam cleaning, high‑ceiling dusting, pressure washing, or specialized disinfection are usually listed separately and charged at a higher rate than basic janitorial.

How to create your own commercial janitorial price list

If you run a janitorial company (or plan to), your internal price list becomes a pricing‑and‑quoting blueprint.

• Start with a core rate
  Set a base rate (e.g., $0.12–$0.18 per sq. ft. per visit for standard office janitorial) and then adjust for complexity, size, and frequency.

• Build a tiered menu
  Offer:

  • Basic package (trash, floors, restrooms, light dusting).

  • Plus package (add disinfection, glass cleaning, higher‑touch‑point sanitizing).

  • Premium (floor care, carpet, window, or electrostatic disinfection bundled).

• Include clear minimums and exclusions
  Many guides recommend setting a minimum visit size (for example, 1,000 sq. ft.) and spelling out what is not included (such as carpet cleaning, bio‑hazard spills, or exterior power washing).

• Adjust for local market
  In Utah and similar markets, providers often quote $0.05–$0.25 per sq. ft. for recurring service, with small‑office monthly contracts roughly $300–$1,200 and larger facilities going much higher. Use local competitors and wage data to refine your list so you are competitive but profitable.

Why a clear price list matters

A well‑organized commercial janitorial price list does three important things:

• It helps you quote quickly and consistently across clients and locations.

• It gives clients transparency and makes it easy to compare you with other providers.

• It protects you from under‑pricing and scope creep, because every service level and add‑on is clearly defined and documented.

If you share your city, business size, and intended pricing model (hourly vs. per sq. ft. vs. monthly), a customized, ready‑to‑use price‑list table tailored to your operation can be drafted next.