How much does a cleaner cost in 2026?
A cleaner costs €18 to €38 per hour in 2026, depending on whether you work with a self-employed cleaner or a cleaning company. Specialist work, such as end-of-tenancy cleaning, is often somewhat higher. These are guide prices: the exact price depends on the size of your home and how often you want cleaning, and follows from the quote.
What does a cleaner cost per hour and per m2?
Guide prices per type of job. What you pay follows from the quote; the condition of the work decides most of it.
| Type of job | Guide price 2026 | What makes the difference |
|---|---|---|
| Self-employed cleaner | €18 - €23 per hour | |
| Cleaning company, regular maintenance | €25 - €35 per hour | |
| One-off deep clean | €25 - €40 per hour | often 3 to 5 hours are needed |
| End-of-tenancy cleaning | €30 - €35 per hour | |
| Specialist cleaning (after renovation, deep cleaning) | €30 - €50 per hour |
Hourly rate
€18 - €38per hour
Call-out charge
€0 - €10
usually no separate travel costs, sometimes a surcharge beyond 15 km
What makes up the price?
Labour
almost the entire bill, cleaning is almost entirely labour
Materials
cleaning products, often already included with a cleaning company
Call-out charge
usually none, sometimes a €5 to €10 surcharge for a larger distance
Cleaning work inside the home falls under the reduced VAT rate of 9%. Unlike painting, plastering, wallpapering and insulation, there is no age requirement here: the home does not have to be older than 2 years. Cleaning work outside the home is charged at 21%. The Dutch tax authority publishes the conditions that apply.
What determines the price?
- Frequency: for a weekly or biweekly appointment, many cleaners give €1 to €3 discount per hour
- Size of the home
- State of the home: a one-off deep clean costs more than regular maintenance
- Type of cleaning: regular maintenance, end-of-tenancy cleaning or specialist cleaning
- Minimum number of hours per visit, often 2 to 3 hours
- Region
What will your job cost exactly?
These are indicative market prices, not a quote. Post your job for free and get replies from cleaners near you, so you know exactly where you stand.
Post your job for freeFrequently asked questions
How much does a cleaner cost per hour?
Expect €18 to €38 per hour. A self-employed cleaner is often at the bottom, a cleaning company with insurance and materials at the top.
Is there a discount for a regular appointment?
Yes, for a weekly or biweekly cleaning visit, many cleaners give €1 to €3 discount per hour compared to a one-off appointment.
How much does a one-off deep clean cost?
Expect €25 to €40 per hour, and often 3 to 5 hours are needed for an average home, depending on its condition.
How much does end-of-tenancy cleaning cost?
Usually €30 to €35 per hour. For a move, the whole home is usually cleaned thoroughly, so expect several hours.
Is there a minimum number of hours per visit?
For most cleaners, yes, usually 2 to 3 hours per visit. For a small job that is often the only way to arrange it.
Are cleaning products included in the price?
With a cleaning company, usually yes. With a self-employed cleaner, it is more common that you supply the products yourself. Ask about this.
Do I pay travel costs?
Usually not separately, but for a distance of more than 15 kilometres some cleaners charge a surcharge of €5 to €10.
How much VAT do I pay on cleaning work?
Cleaning inside the home is charged at 9% VAT. It is one of the few services where the rule that the home must be older than 2 years does not apply, so a brand new home is 9% too. Cleaning outside the home, such as the facade or the paving, falls under the standard rate of 21%. With an hourly rate, always ask whether VAT is included, because in this trade you see both.
Where these amounts come from
The amounts on this page come from the Dutch price guides below and from the Belastingdienst, accessed on 5 August 2026. Prices go up, so check at the source before you decide anything. Spotted something that is out of date? Email info@jouwpro.nl and we will fix it.
Do you work as a cleaner yourself?
Anyone can look at the open job requests on JouwPro. Replying costs nothing and you only pay once you win a job and finish it.
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