How Much Does House Cleaning Cost in Montreal in 2026?

House cleaning cost in Montreal typically falls between $120 and $350 per visit for most condos, apartments, and houses, depending on size, condition, and how often you book. A small downtown condo on a recurring schedule sits at the lower end. A large single-family home getting a one-time deep clean sits at the higher end.

That range is a starting point, not a quote. Mission Espace Propre does not publish a fixed price list because the real cost depends on your specific property, its current condition, and what you actually need done. This guide walks through what drives the price so you know what to expect before you request a free quote.

Average house cleaning prices in Montreal

Across the Greater Montreal area, most residential cleaning visits land in these general ranges. These are market estimates, not fixed pricing from any one company:

General Montreal market estimates for 2026. Actual pricing depends on condition, layout, and the specific services requested. Request a free quote for an accurate number.

Typical hourly rates

Some Montreal cleaning companies bill hourly, generally in the range of $35 to $60 per hour per cleaner. Others - including most residential bookings at Mission Espace Propre - quote a flat rate for the job once they understand the size and condition of your home. A flat rate protects you from an open-ended bill if a room takes longer than expected, and it is usually easier to budget around.

Estimated prices by property type

The type of home affects both the layout cleaners have to navigate and how much time the job takes:

• Condos

  Usually the most straightforward to price - open layouts, fewer stairs, and often newer surfaces that clean faster.

• Apartments

  Pricing is similar to condos, though older Montreal apartment buildings can have more mouldings, radiators, and awkward corners that add time.

• Duplexes and triplexes

  Common in Montreal neighbourhoods like the Plateau and Rosemont. Stairs, multiple floors, and separate entrances typically add to the time on-site.

• Single-family houses

  More square footage and often more bathrooms, which is usually the biggest single driver of added time on a cleaning job.

Estimated prices by home size

Square footage matters, but bedroom and bathroom count often matters more, since bathrooms and kitchens take disproportionately more time than open living space. A 900 sq ft condo with two bathrooms can take longer to clean properly than a 1,100 sq ft condo with one.

Regular cleaning versus deep cleaning

A regular maintenance visit covers the surfaces you touch every day - floors, counters, bathrooms, kitchen. A deep clean goes further: inside cupboards, baseboards, light fixtures, tile grout, and appliances. Because it covers ground a regular visit does not, a deep clean generally costs more and takes longer. Most homes only need a deep clean occasionally - before a big event, after a long gap without cleaning, or seasonally - with regular visits in between. Our full comparison in deep cleaning vs regular cleaning breaks down exactly what each one covers.

One-time cleaning versus recurring cleaning

A one-time visit is priced on its own, and if the home has not been professionally cleaned recently, that first visit often takes longer than a maintenance appointment would. Recurring service - weekly, biweekly, or monthly - tends to cost less per visit for two reasons:

• The home stays closer to a clean baseline, so each visit involves less buildup to work through
• A consistent schedule lets the cleaning company plan routes and staffing more efficiently

If you are only cleaning occasionally, a one-time visit still makes sense - just budget for a longer first appointment.

Factors that affect the price

Beyond size and frequency, several details shape the final number on your quote:

What is normally included

• Vacuuming and mopping all floors
• Dusting reachable surfaces, shelves, and furniture
• Kitchen counters, stovetop exterior, and outside of appliances
• Bathroom disinfection - toilet, sink, tub, and shower
• Emptying trash bins
• Making beds (not changing linens, unless requested)

Services that may cost extra

These are commonly quoted as add-ons rather than included in a standard visit:

• +Inside oven, fridge, or cupboards
• +Interior windows and window tracks
• +Laundry and ironing
• +Wall washing or spot-treating marks
• +Carpet or upholstery shampooing
• +Balcony, garage, or storage locker cleaning

Always ask what is and is not included before booking, so the quote you receive matches the work you actually want done.

How to prepare before the cleaners arrive

• Pick up clothes, toys, dishes, and other items from floors and counters
• Secure pets in a separate room if they may be anxious around new people
• Point out any fragile items, valuables, or areas to avoid
• Let the company know in advance about specific requests, like eco-friendly products or a focus area
• Make sure parking or building access instructions are ready if needed

How to compare cleaning companies

A lower quote is not automatically a better deal. When comparing Montreal cleaning services, ask:

• 1.Is the price flat-rate or hourly, and what happens if the job runs long?
• 2.Does the same team return each visit, or is it whoever is available?
• 3.Are supplies and equipment included in the price?
• 4.Is the company insured, and can they provide proof on request?
• 5.What is their policy if something is missed or damaged?
• 6.Is there a contract, or can you cancel or reschedule easily?

For a deeper look at these questions, see our guide on how to choose a cleaning service in Montreal.

Warning signs of suspiciously cheap cleaning services

A price that is well below the ranges above is not always a red flag, but it is worth asking more questions when you see one. Common patterns behind unusually low quotes:

• ✗A different, unvetted worker sent each visit rather than a consistent, trained team
• ✗No insurance, or coverage that would not actually protect you if something is damaged
• ✗Rushed visits that skip detail work to hit a low price point
• ✗A low introductory rate that increases sharply after the first few visits
• ✗No written scope of work, so "cleaning" ends up meaning different things to you and the company

How to get an accurate cleaning quote

The fastest way to get a quote that actually matches the final price is to be specific: home size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, general condition, desired frequency, and any add-ons you want, like inside the oven or interior windows. Photos or a quick virtual walkthrough can help a company give you a firmer number without a guessing game.

Why homeowners and renters choose Mission Espace Propre

• The same assigned team returns for every visit
• Transparent quotes with no surprise fees added after booking
• Fully insured, with proof of coverage available on request
• No long-term contracts required
• Serving Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, Brossard, and the West Island

Learn more about our approach on the residential cleaning page, or explore our deep cleaning and Airbnb cleaning services if your needs go beyond a standard visit.

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