Cleaning quote template (Australia)

A cleaning quote that says "clean house — $250" is the start of a dispute. A complete cleaning quote spells out the type of clean, exactly which rooms and items are included, what is explicitly excluded, the products and equipment being used, and — for end-of-lease work — the bond-back guarantee, the insurance and the special items that catch out tenants every week. Use this template to keep your hours-and-dollars clear before the cleaner arrives.

What is a cleaning quote template?

A cleaning quote template is the list of items a written cleaning quote should contain so you can compare two cleaners on the same scope. It works for regular domestic cleans, deep cleans, bond / end-of-lease cleans, post-renovation cleans, holiday-rental turnovers and one-off events.

When to use this template

Use this template any time you are booking cleaning that costs more than an hour of someone's time — regular fortnightly cleans, end-of-lease cleans, post-build dust-outs, carpet-and-upholstery deep cleans, and any clean tied to a real-estate inspection or bond return.

Before you request quotes — get these details ready

The more concrete the detail you can give a cleaner up front, the faster and more accurate the quotes you receive. Aim to have these details ready before you post the job:

• The type of clean — regular maintenance, deep clean, end-of-lease, post-renovation, holiday-rental turnover.
• Property type, number of bedrooms, bathrooms and approximate floor area.
• Carpet area in square metres, plus whether steam-cleaning is required (almost always on end-of-lease).
• Pets on the property — most cleaners need to know in advance for both safety and pet-hair allowance.
• Specific concerns — mould on bathroom grout, oven build-up, range-hood filters, balcony glass.
• Real-estate inspection date or move-out date if relevant, and the property manager's bond-condition report if you have it.

What your cleaning quote should include

A complete written cleaning quote from a reputable Australian cleaner should contain every one of the line items below. If any are missing, ask for the detail in writing before comparing against another quote:

• Type of clean clearly labelled (regular, deep, bond, post-build) — these have very different scopes and prices.
• Inclusions itemised by area — kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living, laundry, outdoor — with the specific tasks in each area.
• Exclusions stated in writing — what the cleaner is NOT doing, e.g. exterior windows above ground level, blind cords, inside ducted A/C, sandstone steps.
• Products and equipment — eco-friendly, fragrance-free, supplied by cleaner or homeowner.
• Hourly rate vs fixed price — most domestic cleans run $35–$50/hour; deep cleans and bond cleans are usually fixed-price quoted from a checklist.
• Bond-back guarantee (end-of-lease only) — a written re-clean commitment if the agent flags any item on the original inclusion list.
• Insurance — public liability and accidental-damage cover with a certificate reference.
• GST status, ABN if the cleaner is GST-registered, and payment terms (most cleaners take card or bank transfer on completion).

How to compare cleaning quotes fairly

End-of-lease quotes especially are easy to compare wrongly. One cleaner's $450 "bond clean" with steam-cleaned carpets and a bond-back guarantee is a different product to another's $300 "vacate clean" without carpets and no guarantee. Always line up the inclusion list and the bond-back wording side-by-side first. Use the cleaner cost guide for typical Australian pricing ranges, then line up the quotes against this checklist row-by-row before deciding on price.

Common quote mistakes to avoid

• Booking a "bond clean" that does not include carpet steam-cleaning when the lease requires it.
• Not asking for the bond-back guarantee in writing — a verbal one is almost worthless if the agent finds a fault.
• Comparing an hourly quote against a fixed-price quote without confirming the hours each side is assuming.
• Forgetting to mention pets, which can change the hours required and the products used.
• Assuming inside-the-oven, inside-the-fridge and range-hood filters are included — they are almost always extra unless explicitly listed.

Red flags before you sign

Any one of the warning signs below is a reason to slow down and seek another quote. Two or more is a reason to walk away — there is always another cleaner.

• No ABN, no business name, and a request for cash only.
• No public-liability insurance reference on a quote involving expensive surfaces, antiques or sensitive flooring.
• Refusal to commit a bond-back guarantee in writing for an end-of-lease clean.
• "All inclusive" pricing with no inclusion list to read.
• Pressure to pay up-front for a deep or bond clean before the work has started.

Questions to ask before choosing a provider

The questions below tend to surface a thoughtful, experienced cleaner from someone who is winging it. There are no wrong answers, but the willingness to answer them clearly in writing is itself the signal:

• What exactly is included, room by room, on this quote?
• What is excluded, and is anything billed as an extra on the day?
• Are your products eco-friendly or fragrance-free if I ask?
• Do you carry public-liability insurance, and what is the limit?
• For an end-of-lease clean, do you offer a written bond-back re-clean guarantee?
• Is carpet steam-cleaning included or a separate quote?

How TaskerAsker helps you get better cleaning quotes

TaskerAsker is a free Australian marketplace for home services. Post your cleaning job once and receive up to three written quotes from local cleaners. Every provider has their ABN verified before they can quote, their trade licence is surfaced on the profile where the trade is licensed, and reviews are tied to completed jobs only. Post your job free or browse verified cleaners first, or read the cleaner cost guide for typical pricing.

Final checklist before you post

Tick each item off before you send a cleaner job out to quote:

• Written quote with type of clean, inclusions, exclusions and total clearly stated.
• Hourly rate or fixed price agreed in writing.
• Bond-back guarantee in writing for any end-of-lease job.
• Carpet steam-cleaning and any other extras priced separately.
• Public-liability insurance reference for the cleaner.
• Two more comparable quotes before you book.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a typical Australian house clean cost?

Regular domestic cleans usually run $35–$50 per hour, often quoted as a fixed price per visit once the cleaner has seen the property. Deep cleans and end-of-lease bond cleans are normally fixed-price quoted from a detailed inclusion list, with the total depending on bedrooms, bathrooms and carpet area.

What is a bond-back guarantee and is it worth anything?

A bond-back guarantee is a written commitment from the cleaner to come back and re-clean any item flagged on the original inclusion list by your property manager during the final inspection, at no extra charge. It is only worth what is written into the quote — a verbal promise from an unrelated person on the day is not enforceable.

Is carpet steam-cleaning included in an end-of-lease clean?

Not by default. Most cleaners price the steam-clean as a separate line because it needs different equipment and add-on time. If your lease requires professional carpet cleaning — most do — make sure it appears as its own line on the quote.

Do cleaners bring their own products and equipment?

Yes, almost always — vacuum, mop, microfibre cloths and standard chemicals are part of the price. If you need eco-friendly, fragrance-free or specific products (for allergies, sensitive surfaces or commercial premises) ask before they quote so the right gear comes on the day.

What is excluded from a typical domestic clean?

External windows above ground level, blind cords and slats, inside ducted air-conditioning, oven and range-hood filter deep-cleans, inside fridges and freezers, and anything safety-related on a ladder are commonly excluded by default. Ask for any of those in writing if you need them.

Ready to compare quotes? Post your cleaning job free and receive up to three written quotes from verified Australian cleaners. You can also browse the cleaners hub, read the cleaner cost guide, or browse all quote templates.

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