When the last nail is driven and the punch-list is signed off, a brand-new home is still not market-ready until it shines. Post-construction and ongoing house cleaning are line items that many builders and homeowners underestimate. At CountBricks, our AI estimation engine pulls real-time labor rates, regional material pricing, and project scope to predict the average cost for house cleaning with the same precision we apply to framing or roofing.
• Delays in occupancy inspections are often tied to dust and debris left behind, adding hidden carrying costs
• A spotless hand-off increases client satisfaction scores and referral potential for builders
• Lenders and insurers may require documented cleanliness before closing or coverage activation
At the national level, CountBricks data shows a fresh-construction single-family home averages $0.15–$0.25 per square foot for a two-pass professional clean. In Orlando, Florida—our benchmark market for this discussion—prices sit near the middle at $0.19 per square foot. For a 2,400 sq ft residence that translates to approximately $456.
1. Rough Clean (after drywall, before finishes): 35 % of total cleaning budget
2. Final Clean (after punch-out, before walk-through): 55 % of budget
3. Touch-Up Clean (day of hand-off): 10 % of budget
• Square footage and ceiling height: vaulted living rooms can add 5 – 7 % labor premiums
• Surface density: tile mosaics, glass railings, or built-ins require extra time and specialized products
• Site accessibility: urban infill lots with restricted dumpster placement increase debris-hauling costs
• Pace of schedule: rush requests under 48 hours can add a 15 % expedited fee
• Certification requirements: projects pursuing green-home labels often mandate non-toxic cleaning agents, typically 8 % higher in material costs
Our voice-driven workflow lets a superintendent walk through the jobsite while dictating room counts, floor finishes, and punch-list status. CountBricks automatically:
1. Tags cleaning tasks to each room layer in the blueprint takeoff
2. Pulls regional cleaning labor rates updated weekly
3. Suggests material SKUs—from microfiber pads to HEPA vac filters—based on square footage
4. Outputs a line-item estimate and invoice formatted for your accounting platform
5. Updates the project dashboard so clients can approve or adjust scope in real time
Explore the full workflow at CountBricks.com/services.
• Townhome 1,600 sq ft: $275 – $340 total cleaning cost
• Mid-sized single-family 2,400 sq ft: $420 – $500
• Custom build 3,500 sq ft: $650 – $820
• Luxury estate 5,000 sq ft+: $1,050+
These figures assume standard 9-foot ceilings, moderate detail work, and no expedited scheduling.
• Incorporate debris removal checkpoints after each major trade to reduce final clean labor
• Specify protective floor coverings during high-traffic phases; replacement is cheaper than deep scrubbing grout haze
• Sequence paint touch-ups before the final clean to avoid double passes
• Use CountBricks automated purchase orders to secure janitorial supplies in bulk early, locking in pricing against market swings
A recent CountBricks client commissioned a 3,200 sq ft smart home featuring glass accordion doors and polished concrete floors—both notorious dust magnets. Using CountBricks estimates, the builder budgeted $610 for cleaning. Actual invoiced cost came in at $598 thanks to strategic interim cleans flagged by our AI when drywall sanding finished ahead of schedule. Closing was pulled forward by three days, saving the developer nearly $900 in interest carry.
Builders who present transparent cleaning costs during proposal stages see higher trust scores from homeowners. Our internal analytics show a 23 % higher bid acceptance rate when cleaning is itemized rather than bundled as “miscellaneous.” CountBricks quote documents automatically highlight cleaning as a discrete line so clients understand exactly where their money goes.
Does CountBricks update cleaning costs in real time?
Yes—labor and material rates sync nightly so your estimate reflects the latest market conditions.
Can I use my preferred cleaning subcontractor?
Absolutely. Upload their rate sheet and CountBricks recalculates totals instantly.
What about remodels versus new builds?
Remodel cleaning averages 12 % higher due to working around existing furnishings. Our AI flags this automatically when you select a renovation template.
From groundbreaking to grand opening, CountBricks aligns every construction phase under one data-rich platform. By factoring in the average cost for house cleaning with the same rigor as structural steel, we keep your budgets tight, your schedules on point, and your clients delighted. Ready to streamline your next project? Visit CountBricks.com/consultation and book a demo today.
Most residential contractors still tack on a flat allowance for cleaning at project close-out. The result is either a budget overrun or a rushed wipe-down that jeopardizes the hand-off experience. CountBricks flips the script by integrating cleaning from day one.
1. Dynamic Task Linking
Every room or zone you draw in our blueprint takeoff is automatically linked to the proper cleaning tier—rough, final, or touch-up—so you never forget a stair tread or closet shelf.
2. Calendar Sync
CountBricks pushes cleaning milestones directly to your project calendar. If framing slips by a week, the AI re-flows downstream cleaning dates and notifies subcontractors, preventing schedule clashes.
3. Cost-to-Completion Dashboard
As each major trade closes, the dashboard updates a “Remaining Cleaning Budget” bar. Site supers can instantly see if protective measures are working or if additional interim cleans are needed.
• Budget two extra labor hours for every 1,000 sq ft if you’re using high-gloss paint finishes
• Schedule HVAC startup after rough clean to avoid pushing drywall dust through new ducts
• Include window track detailing in the estimate; it adds pennies per square foot but makes a showroom-worthy difference
• Capture before-and-after photos within CountBricks mobile to document jobsite cleanliness and reduce punch-list disputes
CountBricks users report the following improvements when cleaning is line-itemed through our platform:
• 14 % average reduction in re-clean calls from homeowners
• 11 % faster certificate of occupancy issuance
• 9 % increase in end-of-project profit due to minimized schedule slippage
In a sector where razor-thin margins are the norm, dialing in the average cost for house cleaning can be the differentiator between a good project and a standout one. Partner with CountBricks to bring clarity, control, and confidence to every clean sweep.
