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House Cleaning in Thessaloniki
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House cleaning at a glance: cost, time and options
Professional house cleaning in Thessaloniki is billed by the hour or by the square metre, covering every modern flat. A specialised cleaning crew or an experienced home helper offers solutions for regular or general cleaning, ensuring accurate costs in 2026.
Key highlights
- Pricing options by the hour or by the square metre.
- Tailored solutions from experienced cleaners or organised crews.
- Coverage of needs ranging from regular maintenance to demanding general cleaning.
- Cost transparency (from €11/hour for regular or €2.5/m² for biological).
- Specialised services for cleaning ovens, fridges, sofas and windows.
How much does house cleaning cost per hour or per m²?
The price of a house cleaning is calculated by the hour or by the square metre. Indicatively, booking platforms publish prices from 11 euros an hour for regular weekly maintenance and 13 euros an hour for a one-off visit, with the terms requiring confirmation in 2026. By contrast, deep and biological cleaning is often priced per surface, with a starting price of 2.5 euros per m², as it requires specialised wash-and-extract machines and professional products. Additional charges arise from cleaning the inside of ovens and fridges, fabric sofas, windows, and the travel costs of a cleaning crew.
In terms of time, a typical 100 m² flat with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom and a living room usually needs 3 to 4 hours for a complete basic cleaning.
Cleaner or cleaning crew?
The choice between a cleaner and a cleaning crew for a home depends on the needs of the space and the frequency of maintenance. Digital platforms make it easy to compare a cleaner with a crew, offering solutions for regular or specialised home cleaning.
Advantages and limitations of a private cleaner
Working individually with a cleaner offers direct personal communication and consistency. Regular house cleaning is usually organised weekly or fortnightly, typically lasting 3 to 4 hours for a 100 m² flat with 2 bedrooms. Hourly rates on selected platforms often start from €6.5 to €7.5 an hour, depending on the travel distance.
The limitations, however, concern availability in cases of illness, the lack of a replacement and the need to use household materials. Before the assignment, a clear agreement is required on keys, pets, cancellations and a legal receipt.
When is a professional crew worth it?
A professional cleaning crew is worth it when a multi-member team, industrial equipment and fast completion are required. Deep and biological cleaning is essential for mattresses, sofas, grout or empty homes. In addition, post-renovation cleaning requires specialised fine-dust removal, cleaning of window frames and removal of paint residue from floors.
In the Thessaloniki market, indicative published offers for complete packages often hover around figures such as €143 or €149 for a general cleaning, without these being a binding rule. For safety, a written quote with a detailed record of the work, the equipment and any possible re-doing is always required.
Selection criteria: cost, reliability and safety
Choosing a suitable provider for house cleaning is based on an accurate description of the work and transparent costs. The final price is influenced by the square metres, the bathrooms, the windows and the materials used. Popular platforms provide user ratings, helping assess reliability whether you are dealing with an independent cleaner or an organised cleaning crew.
On the safety side, an explicit agreement is required on keys, fragile items, pets, liability for damage and the issue of a legal payment receipt. A careful comparison of 2 to 3 written quotes before assigning the job is recommended.
What gets cleaned in each room of the house?
Room-by-room cleaning is the foundation of proper planning for any household task, so that regular cleaning is clearly distinguished from deep and biological cleaning. In a typical 100 m² flat with 2 bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom, completing the basic maintenance usually takes 3 to 4 hours of work.
In cleaning the bedroom, living room and home office, the basic task list includes detailed dusting of furniture and shelves, cleaning of mirrors and glass surfaces, and careful sweeping and mopping of floors. For the office’s electronic equipment, such as keyboards, screens and cables, only dry microfibre cloths are applied, with no direct spraying of liquid cleaners. Changing the sheets, the biological cleaning of mattresses and the washing of curtains are not automatic provisions and require a specific prior agreement.
In the kitchen, basic cleaning focuses on the hob surface, the outer part of the extractor hood, the splashback, the worktop, the sink and the exterior surfaces of the appliances. Removing stubborn grease from the inside of the oven, the fridge and the cabinets belongs to deep cleaning, where certified cleaners safe for marble, granite and stainless steel are used. When booking services, an accurate record of the surfaces ensures correct pricing.
Bathroom, WC, windows and balconies
Bathroom and WC cleaning concentrates on disinfecting the sanitary ware, removing limescale from tiles and taps, and cleaning the grout. For safety reasons, mixing chlorine-based with acidic cleaners is strictly forbidden, while mould cleaning requires checking the ventilation to address the cause of the damp.
The cleaning of windows, frames, shutters and balconies is calculated as a separate task based on surface and accessibility. Specialised crews provide a written separation of basic and additional tasks in their quote.
When is deep or biological cleaning needed?
Deep house cleaning and the biological cleaning of a home go beyond routine surface maintenance. A specialised cleaning crew effectively handles demanding scenarios such as moving house and post-renovation cleaning.
Deep cleaning before or after a move
Cleaning a house before the move allows full access to floors, skirting boards and corners that will later be covered by furniture. In an empty 100 m² flat, the process usually takes 3 to 4 hours. The tasks include the inside of cabinets, household appliances, as well as windows and balconies.
At the same time, cleaning after the move fully restores the home for the handover. Deep and biological cleaning additionally examines stubborn stains or mould. For a safe quote, sending photos or an on-site survey of the property is recommended.
Post-renovation cleaning and special tasks
Post-renovation cleaning demands a different approach from simple maintenance cleaning. A specialised crew removes fine construction dust and residue of grout and tape from frames and windows with professional extraction equipment.
Marble and floors need particular care, as acidic cleaners corrode the grout. Complementary interventions, such as polishing and crystallisation, are billed separately. Before the assignment, a clear agreement on exclusions based on photos or an on-site assessment of the property is recommended.
Cleaning sofas, mattresses, carpets and the fireplace
Cleaning sofas, mattresses, carpets and the fireplace requires specialised methods not covered by simple maintenance. An organised crew uses wash-and-extract machines or dry steam for fabrics and carpets, always performing a spot test first. Drying time usually ranges between 4 and 12 hours.
As for fireplace cleaning, the job includes soot removal with the living room sealed off, while the flue is billed separately. For a safe result, ask for a written description of the method before the assignment.
How do booking and cooperation work?
Booking a house cleaning is done easily through a form or by phone. The client states the property details, chooses a cleaner or a cleaning crew and receives a detailed quote before the appointment.
Booking steps: from the form to the appointment
The online form for booking a cleaning service requires precise data: the service area, the size of the space in square metres, the number of rooms and bathrooms, and the type of work. The initial cost estimate is finalised once access to the property, the desired start time and the presence of pets have been clarified, with the final confirmation sent in writing by SMS or email before the professional’s arrival.
At the time of booking, it is clarified whether consumables and equipment — such as a vacuum, microfibre cloths and mops — are provided by the client or the professional. Special care is needed for sensitive floors of natural marble, parquet or laminate, where the use of neutral pH-7 cleaners without active chlorine is mandatory. If people with respiratory allergies or pets live in the home, certified eco-friendly cleaning products that are gentle on the environment and health are requested.
Practical tips for a cleaner home
An organised weekly cleaning schedule ensures steady hygiene, reducing the required maintenance time by 30%. Choosing the right cleaners for each surface protects the materials, while house cleaning is periodically supplemented whenever deep and biological cleaning is needed.
The right order of work and safe use of products
The right order of house cleaning tasks begins with tidying up objects and proceeds with dusting from top to bottom, so that particles end up on the floor. Thorough sweeping follows, before mopping, along with the disinfection of the main contact points such as handles and switches. Cleaning products are used strictly according to the contact time on the label, wearing protective gloves and ensuring continuous natural ventilation. Mixing bleach with acidic cleaners or ammonia is strictly forbidden, to avoid the release of dangerous toxic gases.
To maintain cleanliness between appointments, 15 minutes of daily airing is needed to reduce dust. In homes with pets, regularly cleaning hair off fabrics and washing the air-conditioner filters every 30 days keeps allergens in check. At the same time, a doormat at the entrance traps 80% of outdoor grime. This steady maintenance extends the result, but does not replace specialised deep or biological cleaning.
Conclusion: how to ask for the right quote
A proper house cleaning quote requires a record of the square metres and the tasks. Whether you choose a cleaner or a cleaning crew, travel costs need checking. Describe your space and your needs to receive a personalised quote.
Frequently asked questions
How much does house cleaning cost?
Prices vary by provider: offers recorded range from €6.5 an hour on selected platforms, €11 an hour for a weekly subscription and €13 an hour for a one-off visit, while general biological cleaning starts from €2.5 per m², requiring individual pricing.
What does a basic house cleaning include?
The basic package includes sweeping, mopping, dusting of surfaces, kitchen cleaning, bathroom disinfection, mirrors and contact points. Tasks such as the inside of cabinets, windows, balconies and the cleaning of furniture fabrics or a post-renovation clean are charged as additional services.
How long does cleaning a 100 m² house take?
For a typical 100 m² home with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom and a living room, the time required ranges from 3 to 4 hours. Factors such as heavy clutter, window washing, carpets and deep cleaning requirements increase the total duration accordingly.
Should I choose a cleaner or a cleaning crew?
The independent cleaner offers a steady personal relationship and is suitable for regular weekly maintenance. By contrast, the professional cleaning crew provides an organised team, industrial equipment and immediate staff replacement, covering demanding jobs after a renovation or a move.
Who provides the cleaning products and equipment?
The provision of equipment depends on the agreement. Before booking, it is clarified whether the client provides a vacuum, mop and consumable cloths, taking into account any allergies, pets and sensitive surfaces, so that compatible materials are used without dangerous mixing of chemicals.