This method of pricing requires deciding on a rate per square foot. For example, charge $0.10 per square foot. For a 2,000 square foot home, multiply 10 cents by 2,000. So a 2,000 square foot home costs $200.00.
Influencing Factors
Factors that influence cleaning costs per square foot include location, level of cleaning, and additional services. Research average costs in your area.
Calculation Process
The formula allows determining cost per square foot based on total cleaning cost and total square footage cleaned. Multiply square feet by price per square foot.
It’s important to calculate cost per square foot to charge fairly while covering costs. Benefits include accounting for size differences.
Consider labor, equipment, supplies to determine fair price per square foot. Convert hourly rate to square foot rate for large offices.
For residential cleaning, typically charge $90 for under 1,000 square feet, $250 for 3,000+ square feet. Price rooms separately based on cleaning time. Kitchens take longer than bathrooms.
Make sure square foot jobs remain profitable after costs. Quoting rooms works for repeat house cleaning jobs.
You should have a process in place for creating an estimate before your first client. Provide clients a cleaning services estimate showing commitment to communicate offerings and pricing.
Cleaning entails organization of your space and mind. At an early age, parents trained you in intensive cleaning services.
Creating an estimate requires selecting hourly rate or set rate per project. Hourly provides customer freedom, set rate offers consistent income.
With set rate, meet customer to explain requirements and take thorough notes. Group areas into categories based on cleaning time.
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Other Rooms
Have pricing sheet on hand when giving phone estimates. Ask questions about areas to clean and write times. Calculate total time to give estimate.
Use template forms rather than making estimates from scratch. Add company branding for professionalism. Build trust by avoiding over or undercharging.
Ensure service estimates match services provided. Proper planning and preparation are keys to success. Take advantage of these resources to focus on what matters.