How much does house cleaning cost in Philippines?
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Key takeaways
- Most house cleaning jobs in Philippines land between ₱800–₱7,000 — known locally as housekeeping / home cleaning services.
- One-off home cleaning by companies is unregulated in the Philippines, but employing a regular household helper falls under the Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361), which mandates a written contract, minimum wages set per region, and SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG coverage paid by the employer.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
House Cleaning prices by job size in Philippines
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1-BR condo general clean Team-based single visit | ₱800 | ₱1,200 | ₱2,000 |
| House general clean 2-3 bedroom home, team of 2-3 | ₱1,500 | ₱2,500 | ₱4,200 |
| Deep clean Whole home, full-day team clean | ₱2,500 | ₱4,000 | ₱7,000 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per hour (per cleaner) | ₱150 | ₱250 | ₱400 |
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 house cleaning pro in Philippines
- Decide between one-off company cleans (apps and local firms, often 2-3 person teams) and a regular kasambahay (household helper)
- A regular kasambahay falls under the Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361): written contract, minimum wage, SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG contributions are the employer's duty
- For condo units, notify building admin in advance — most towers require cleaner registration and IDs for access
- Confirm team size and duration for package cleans; 'general cleaning' usually means a 2-3 person team for several hours
- Agree materials: companies bring equipment; verify chemicals used if you have children or pets
- Get the package inclusions in writing — balcony, windows, and appliance interiors are common exclusions
Red flags
- Hiring a live-in helper informally with no contract or statutory contributions — illegal and increasingly enforced
- Companies with no business registration or physical address
- Full prepayment demanded through untraceable channels
- Vague 'whole house' packages with no team size or hour count
- No supervision or ID for cleaners entering a condo — building admin will often turn them away anyway
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 cleaning service package rates (GoodWork/Happy Helpers sampling); Extrapolated regionally from published Manila condo-cleaning packages.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a standard house clean take?
A 1-2 bedroom apartment usually takes 2-3 hours for one cleaner; a 3-bedroom home takes 3-4 hours. Deep cleans run 4-8 hours or use a two-person team. First visits always take longer than maintenance visits because the cleaner is working through accumulated grime and learning the layout.
What is usually excluded from a standard clean?
Commonly excluded: exterior windows, inside the oven and fridge, laundry and ironing, dishes, wet-wiping walls, mould remediation, cleaning up after pests, biohazards, and anything requiring a ladder. These are add-ons or specialist jobs. Always get the inclusion list in writing so the visit matches your expectations.
Can I ask for eco-friendly or fragrance-free products?
Yes, and most providers accommodate it — either with their own green product line (sometimes a small surcharge) or by using products you supply. Flag allergies, babies, and pets when booking. Note that some jobs, like heavy limescale or mould, genuinely need stronger chemistry to work.
What's the difference between a standard clean and a deep clean?
A standard clean covers surfaces you touch weekly: vacuuming, mopping, dusting, bathrooms, kitchen wipe-down and bins. A deep clean adds the build-up work — inside the oven and fridge, skirting boards, under furniture, limescale removal, grout scrubbing and window sills. Deep cleans typically cost 50-100% more and take roughly twice as long. Book a deep clean first if the home hasn't been professionally cleaned in 6+ months, then maintain with standard cleans.
What does home cleaning cost in the Philippines?
One-off professional cleans in Metro Manila run about PHP 800-2,000 for a studio or 1-BR condo and PHP 1,500-4,200 for a house, usually with a 2-3 person team. Hourly equivalents work out to roughly PHP 150-400 per cleaner. Provincial rates run meaningfully lower than Metro Manila.
What are my obligations if I hire a regular kasambahay instead?
The Batas Kasambahay requires a written employment contract, at least the regional minimum wage for domestic workers, weekly rest days, 13th-month pay, and employer-paid SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG registration. One-off cleaning companies carry none of these obligations for you — their staff are their employees.
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