How much does commercial cleaning cost in Ireland?
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Key takeaways
- Most commercial cleaning jobs in Ireland land between €50–€2,000 — known locally as contract / office cleaning.
- Ireland's contract cleaning sector has a statutory Employment Regulation Order setting minimum pay above the national minimum wage, enforced by the WRC. Cleaning services carry VAT, and reputable firms provide itemized VAT invoices.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Commercial Cleaning prices by job size in Ireland
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small office (up to 200 m²), per visit Bins, floors, touchpoints, WC and kitchenette | €50 | €85 | €140 |
| Mid-size office (500 m²), monthly, 3x/week Recurring contract clean with consumables restocked | €750 | €1,200 | €2,000 |
| One-off deep clean / floor care Carpet extraction or hard-floor scrub for a small office | €220 | €400 | €750 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per hour (per cleaner) | €18 | €24 | €32 |
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 Ireland 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 Ireland
- Verify public and employer's liability insurance
- Check pay complies with the Contract Cleaning Employment Regulation Order (ERO) — it sets legally binding minimum rates for the sector in Ireland
- Walk the site and agree a written specification and frequency
- Ask about Garda vetting for staff with out-of-hours access where relevant
- Confirm chemical safety compliance and SDS sheets on site
- Ask for references and a named account supervisor
Red flags
- Quotes below what ERO minimum rates can support
- No employer's liability insurance
- No written specification
- Cash arrangements without VAT invoices
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 EUR, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: Irish contract cleaning ERO rates plus overhead; Dublin office cleaning company price lists.
Frequently asked questions
What does a standard office cleaning visit include?
Emptying bins, vacuuming and mopping floors, wiping desks and touchpoints, cleaning kitchens and bathrooms, and restocking consumables. Window cleaning, carpet extraction, and floor stripping/polishing are usually scheduled extras.
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.
Should I hire a cleaning company or an in-house cleaner?
Under roughly 10-15 hours of cleaning per week, a contracted company is usually cheaper once you count payroll, insurance, cover for absences, and equipment. In-house starts to win for large single sites with full-time cleaning need.
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.
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 is the Contract Cleaning ERO in Ireland?
An Employment Regulation Order that sets legally binding minimum pay and conditions for contract cleaners, above the national minimum wage. A quote that could only be delivered below ERO rates is a compliance risk for your business — the WRC inspects the sector actively.
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