How Much Does House Cleaning Cost in Ottawa? (2026 Prices)

Looking for a house cleaner and wondering what's a fair price? This guide explains how much house cleaning costs in Ottawa in 2026: typical hourly rates, real price examples for condos and houses, what a deep clean or move-out clean adds, and how to save on recurring visits.

Quick answer: professional cleaning companies in Canada typically charge about $35 to $65 per cleaner, per hour. At SHossaini Solutions it's $45 per cleaner, per hour, with supplies and travel time included. A standard clean of a one- or two-bedroom home is about $153 with HST. A three-bedroom, two-bathroom house is about $191.

How cleaning companies price their work

Most Ottawa cleaning companies use one of three models:

• Hourly, per cleaner: you pay for the time each cleaner spends in your home. This is the most transparent model, and it's what we use.
• Flat rate by home size: a set price for, say, a 2-bedroom condo. Simple, but if your home takes less time than average, you still pay the full rate.
• Per room: common for add-ons like an extra bathroom or a finished basement.

Whatever the model, ask whether supplies, travel time and HST are included. That's where quotes that look similar end up very different.

House cleaning prices in Ottawa: real examples

These are one-time prices from our instant quote calculator at $45 per cleaner, per hour, rounded to the nearest dollar and including 13% HST. There's a 3-hour minimum.

Home	Standard clean	Deep clean	Move-in / move-out
1–2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo or apartment	about $153	about $229	about $343
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house	about $191	about $267	about $381
3 bedroom, 2½ bathroom house with finished basement	about $267	about $343	about $470
4 bedroom, 2½ bathroom house with finished basement	about $292	about $369	about $496

Your price will depend on the number of kitchens and living areas, pets and any add-ons. The calculator shows your exact number in under a minute.

What's included at each level

Standard clean

Kitchen sink, countertops, cabinet faces and stovetop; bathrooms including toilet, shower, tub and fixtures; bedrooms and living areas dusted and tidied; floors vacuumed and mopped throughout.

Deep clean

Everything in a standard clean, plus baseboards, light switches and door handles, detailed dusting of hard-to-reach areas, and extra time for build-up. Here's how deep and regular cleaning compare.

Move-in / move-out clean

A deep clean of an empty home, plus the inside of the oven, fridge, cabinets and interior windows. See our move-out cleaning checklist for what that covers.

What makes a cleaning cost more

• Size and layout: bedrooms, bathrooms, extra kitchens and a finished basement all add time.
• Condition: a first clean after months without one takes longer than regular upkeep.
• Pets: pet hair and dander add about 15–30 minutes.
• Add-ons: inside the fridge (+1 hr), inside the oven (+1 hr 20), interior windows (+45 min), inside cabinets (+45 min), wall washing (+1 hr) and laundry (+30 min).

How to save on house cleaning

1. Book recurring visits. We take 5% off monthly, 10% off bi-weekly and 15% off weekly cleans. A standard clean of a 3-bed, 2-bath house drops from about $191 to about $172 bi-weekly, or about $162 weekly.
2. Start with one deep clean, then switch to standard. Regular visits keep build-up from coming back, so each one takes less time.
3. Tidy before we arrive. Clearing counters and floors means the time goes to cleaning, not moving things around.
4. Only add what you need. Skip the fridge and oven add-ons unless they need it.

Is a cleaning service worth it?

For most busy households, a bi-weekly clean costs less than a weekly dinner out, and it gives you back 3 to 4 hours of your weekend. A professional team also brings the supplies, knows where dirt builds up and finishes in a fraction of the time. If you're a landlord or an Airbnb host, regular professional cleaning protects your reviews and the condition of your unit. See our Airbnb turnover cleaning service.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house cleaner cost per hour in Ottawa?

Professional cleaning companies typically charge about $35 – $65 per cleaner, per hour. SHossaini Solutions charges $45 per cleaner, per hour plus HST, with supplies and travel time included.

How much does a deep clean cost in Ottawa?

With us, a deep clean of a 1–2 bedroom condo is about $229 with HST, and a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is about $267. Larger homes and add-ons cost more.

Is there a minimum charge?

Yes. There's a 3-hour minimum per visit, which is about $153 with HST.

Do I need to provide cleaning supplies?

No. We bring our own supplies and equipment, and they're included in the price.

Should I tip my house cleaner?

Tipping is appreciated but never expected. Many clients tip around the holidays or after a big clean like a move-out.

Prices shown are estimates from our calculator as of 2026, rounded to the nearest dollar, and include 13% HST. Final hours can vary with the condition of the home, and we confirm your price before booking.