How much does commercial cleaning cost in Singapore?
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Key takeaways
- Most commercial cleaning jobs in Singapore land between SGD 60–SGD 2,200 — known locally as office cleaning (nea-licensed cleaning business).
- Singapore requires all cleaning businesses to hold an NEA licence, and licensees must pay cleaners according to the Progressive Wage Model — tiered statutory minimum wages for the sector. Hiring an unlicensed cleaning business is itself an offence for service buyers in certain contexts.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Commercial Cleaning prices by job size in Singapore
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small office (up to 2,000 sq ft), per visit Bins, floors, touchpoints, pantry and toilet | SGD 60 | SGD 100 | SGD 160 |
| Mid-size office (5,000 sq ft), monthly, daily service Recurring contract with a part-time deployed cleaner | SGD 900 | SGD 1,400 | SGD 2,200 |
| One-off deep clean / floor care Carpet extraction or floor scrubbing for a small office | SGD 250 | SGD 450 | SGD 800 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per hour (per cleaner) | SGD 18 | SGD 25 | SGD 38 |
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 Singapore 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 Singapore
- Check the company holds an NEA cleaning business licence — it is mandatory in Singapore for cleaning businesses
- Confirm cleaners are paid under the Progressive Wage Model (PWM), which sets tiered minimum wages for the cleaning sector
- Walk the site and agree a written scope, frequency, and consumables
- Ask about staff deployment stability — high churn is the top complaint in SG office cleaning
- Confirm public liability insurance and building management induction where required
- Get GST-registered invoices for contracts
Red flags
- No NEA cleaning business licence (searchable on NEA's public register)
- Rates below what PWM wages can support
- No supervisor visits or inspection reports
- Verbal-only scope
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 SGD, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: NEA licensed cleaning business register and PWM wage schedule; SG facility services rate cards.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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 often should an office be cleaned?
A typical small office books 2-5 visits per week; high-traffic spaces with shared kitchens and customer areas usually need daily service. Bathrooms and touchpoints drive frequency more than floor area does.
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.
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.
How do I check a Singapore cleaning company is licensed?
Search the NEA's public register of licensed cleaning businesses. The licence is mandatory and ties the company to Progressive Wage Model pay obligations — an unlicensed operator is both illegal and usually underpaying staff.
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