How much does commercial cleaning cost in Hong Kong?
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Key takeaways
- Most commercial cleaning jobs in Hong Kong land between HK$300–HK$10,000 — known locally as office cleaning services (辦公室清潔).
- Hong Kong employers, including cleaning contractors, must hold employees' compensation insurance and pay the Statutory Minimum Wage. Government cleaning tenders operate under contractor wage-protection rules after historic underpayment scandals in the sector.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Commercial Cleaning prices by job size in Hong Kong
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small office (up to 1,500 sq ft), per visit Bins, floors, touchpoints, pantry and toilet | HK$300 | HK$500 | HK$800 |
| Mid-size office (4,000 sq ft), monthly, daily service Recurring contract with deployed part-time cleaner | HK$4,000 | HK$6,500 | HK$10,000 |
| One-off deep clean / floor care Carpet shampoo or floor scrubbing for a small office | HK$1,200 | HK$2,000 | HK$3,500 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per hour (per cleaner) | HK$70 | HK$100 | HK$150 |
What affects the price
- Job size and scope — bigger or more complex jobs move you up the ranges above.
- Access and condition — hard-to-reach areas, older properties or neglected maintenance add labour time.
- Materials and quality level — where materials are involved, the grade you choose often matters more than labour.
- Urgency — same-day or out-of-hours work usually carries a premium.
- Where you live — large metros in Hong Kong typically run above the national range; smaller towns below it.
How to save
- Get at least three quotes and compare like-for-like scopes, not just totals.
- Be flexible on timing — off-peak slots are often cheaper.
- Bundle related tasks into one visit to spread call-out costs.
- Agree the scope in writing up front to avoid change-order surprises.
How to hire a commercial cleaning pro in Hong Kong
- Verify the company carries employees' compensation insurance — mandatory for all employers in Hong Kong
- Confirm pay meets the Statutory Minimum Wage
- Walk the site and agree a written scope, frequency and consumables
- Ask about building management registration for out-of-hours access in commercial towers
- Check references from other tenants in similar buildings
- Get official invoices for contract payments
Red flags
- No employees' compensation insurance
- Quotes implying below-minimum-wage pay
- No supervisor or replacement policy for absent cleaners
- Cash-only with no invoice
How Handld researches prices
These are researched estimates, not quotes and not our transaction data. We compile ranges from published sources — national statistics, trade bodies and incumbent cost guides — normalise them to HKD, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: HK cleaning platform and facility-services rate cards; HK Statutory Minimum Wage plus overhead modelling.
Frequently asked questions
How is commercial cleaning priced?
Three common models: per hour per cleaner (small offices), per square metre/foot per visit (larger spaces), or a fixed monthly contract based on visit frequency. Most quotes are set after a walkthrough that counts desks, bathrooms, kitchens and floor types.
Can cleaning happen outside business hours?
Yes — evening and early-morning service is standard for offices so cleaning doesn't disrupt staff. Out-of-hours access requires a key/alarm protocol; some companies charge a small premium for late-night or weekend slots.
What is the difference between janitorial and commercial cleaning?
Janitorial usually means recurring day-to-day cleaning (bins, floors, bathrooms), while commercial cleaning also covers periodic heavy work: carpet extraction, hard-floor machine scrubbing, high-level dusting, and post-construction cleans.
How do commercial cleaning contracts handle keys and alarms?
Reputable companies run signed key registers, alarm-code logs, and vetted staff lists. Ask how keys are stored, who can access your site, and whether staff are background-checked before handing over out-of-hours access.
What insurance should a commercial cleaning company carry?
At minimum public liability insurance and employer's/workers' compensation coverage for their staff. Ask for certificates — if an uninsured cleaner is injured on your premises, the liability can land on you.
Who provides cleaning access in Hong Kong office towers?
Most Grade A/B towers require contractors to register with building management, use designated service lifts, and sometimes clean only in set hours. Book a company that already services your building or budget lead time for management registration.
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