Price guide · Updated 2026
Cleaner prices in Southend — the honest 2026 comparison guide
Real hourly rates and fixed-price jobs from local cleaners across SS0–SS9. Use this to sanity-check any quote you're given.
Hourly rates in Southend (SS0–SS9)
These are the ranges we see across cleaners listed on Southend Cleaners. Rates vary by area, parking, and whether cleaning products are supplied.
| Cleaner type | Typical rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solo domestic cleaner | £15 – £20 / hr | Weekly or fortnightly regular cleans, own products often extra |
| Two-person team | £25 – £35 / hr | Faster turnaround, ideal for larger homes or one-off deep cleans |
| Insured & DBS-checked | £18 – £24 / hr | Higher trust, small premium — usually £2–£4/hr above solo |
| Southend Verified™ cleaner | £20 – £28 / hr | Documents reviewed by us: DBS, public liability, ID |
Fixed-price cleans in Southend
End of tenancy, carpets, ovens and windows are almost always quoted as a fixed price rather than by the hour.
| Job | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| End of tenancy — 1 bed flat | £150 – £220 | Empty property, inside oven, all cupboards, deposit-back standard |
| End of tenancy — 2 bed house | £220 – £320 | Add £30–£60 for a heavily soiled oven or limescale |
| End of tenancy — 3 bed house | £300 – £450 | Includes carpets vacuumed, not shampooed unless quoted |
| Carpet cleaning — per room | £30 – £45 | Minimum call-out usually £75–£95 across SS0–SS9 |
| Carpet cleaning — whole 3 bed house | £180 – £260 | Hot-water extraction, dry in 4–6 hours |
| Oven deep clean | £55 – £85 | £20–£30 extra for double oven, hob or extractor |
| Window cleaning — terraced (external) | £10 – £15 | Monthly round pricing, water-fed pole |
| Window cleaning — detached (external) | £18 – £28 | Add £15–£25 for internal or conservatory roof |
| One-off spring / deep clean | £150 – £280 | 3–4 hours for average 3 bed, two cleaners |
What actually moves the price
- Frequency. Weekly regulars pay the lowest hourly rate. One-off deep cleans are usually £3–£6/hr more.
- Insurance & DBS. A cleaner with public liability insurance and a valid DBS certificate typically costs £2–£4/hr more — worth it for keyholding or larger jobs.
- Verified status. Southend Verified™ cleaners have had their documents reviewed by us. Small premium, materially lower risk.
How Southend compares to nearby areas
Southend hourly rates sit slightly below central London (£25–£40/hr) and roughly in line with Chelmsford, Basildon and Rayleigh. End of tenancy pricing is broadly similar across Essex — the biggest swing comes from oven condition and hard-water limescale, not postcode.
Frequently asked questions
How much do cleaners charge per hour in Southend?
A solo domestic cleaner in SS0–SS9 typically charges £15–£20 per hour. Insured and DBS-checked cleaners sit at £18–£24 per hour, and two-person teams charge £25–£35 per hour for faster turnaround.
How much is an end of tenancy clean in Southend?
Expect £150–£220 for a 1 bed flat, £220–£320 for a 2 bed and £300–£450 for a 3 bed house. Add £30–£60 for a heavily soiled oven or hard-water limescale.
How much does carpet cleaning cost in SS0–SS9?
Most local carpet cleaners quote £30–£45 per room with a minimum call-out of £75–£95. A full 3 bed house runs £180–£260 using hot-water extraction.
Why are Verified cleaners a little more expensive?
Verified cleaners hold current DBS, public liability insurance and ID that we've reviewed. You pay a small premium — usually £2–£5 per hour — for a materially lower risk booking.
Do Southend cleaners charge extra for products?
Some do — usually £2–£5 per visit if they bring products. Regular weekly customers often supply their own to keep the hourly rate down.
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