How much does commercial cleaning cost in Philippines?
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Key takeaways
- Most commercial cleaning jobs in Philippines land between ₱1,000–₱35,000 — known locally as janitorial services.
- Janitorial outsourcing in the Philippines is regulated by DOLE Department Order 174: agencies must be registered, adequately capitalized, and pay regional minimum wages plus statutory benefits. Principals can be held solidarily liable for unpaid wages of deployed janitors.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Commercial Cleaning prices by job size in Philippines
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small office, per visit clean Bins, floors, touchpoints, pantry and comfort room | ₱1,000 | ₱1,800 | ₱3,000 |
| Deployed janitor, monthly (full-time) One full-time janitor via agency, all-in monthly billing rate | ₱18,000 | ₱25,000 | ₱35,000 |
| One-off deep clean / floor care Floor polishing or carpet extraction for a small office | ₱4,000 | ₱7,000 | ₱12,000 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per hour (per cleaner) | ₱100 | ₱160 | ₱250 |
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 Philippines 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 Philippines
- Check the janitorial agency is a legitimate contractor registered with DOLE (Department of Labor and Employment) under D.O. 174 rules — labour-only contracting is illegal
- Confirm workers receive at least the regional minimum wage plus mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, 13th month)
- Walk the site and agree a written scope and deployment schedule
- Ask about supervision, reliever coverage for absences, and uniforms/IDs
- Get official receipts and a service contract
- For buildings, confirm the agency can comply with admin permit and gate-pass rules
Red flags
- No DOLE registration under D.O. 174
- Rates that cannot cover minimum wage plus mandatory benefits
- No reliever system for absent janitors
- No official receipts
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 PHP, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: Metro Manila janitorial agency billing-rate quotes; NCR minimum wage plus D.O. 174 cost build-up.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Can my business be liable for a janitorial agency's unpaid wages in the Philippines?
Yes — under the Labor Code and D.O. 174, the principal is solidarily liable if the contractor fails to pay wages or benefits. Vet the agency's DOLE registration and audit that your contract rate actually covers minimum wage plus benefits.
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