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House Cleaning in Baltimore, MD

Compare 6 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $117–$274.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Baltimore

  1. 1.12-Steps Cleaning

    5.0★ (56 reviews)

    5.0★ from 56 reviews

  2. 2.The Landers Cleaning Co.

    4.8★ (57 reviews)

    4.8★ from 57 reviews

  3. 3.Local Luxe Cleaning

    5.0★ (21 reviews)

    5.0★ from 21 reviews

  4. 4.Maryland Cleaning Services

    4.6★ (18 reviews)

    4.6★ from 18 reviews

  5. 5.Prime1 Cleaning Solutions LLC

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  6. 6.EcoFresh Cleaning Professionals, LLC

House Cleaning Cost in Baltimore

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Baltimore
Standard cleaning$117–$274/visit
Deep cleaning$244–$489/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$244–$586/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$98–$215/visit

House Cleaning prices in Baltimore run about 2% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Baltimore, rated 4.9★ on average across 154 customer reviews.

Baltimore Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Baltimore's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
March 19
First fall frost
November 23
Annual precipitation
42.43"
Heating degree days
3,444
Cooling degree days
2,145
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.8°46.4°2.92"
Feb34.1°49.1°3.05"
Mar40.1°58.6°4"
Apr50.8°69.4°3.3"
May60.9°79.4°4.22"
Jun70.7°88.8°3.71"
Jul75°92.1°3.41"
Aug73.1°89.9°3.69"
Sep65.3°82.5°3.76"
Oct54.1°71.4°3.3"
Nov43.6°60.5°3.55"
Dec34.8°49.7°3.52"

NOAA station data 1.2 miles from Baltimore.

Permits & Regulations in MD

No permit typically required

  • Maryland does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: www.dllr.state.md.us, www.epa.gov

House Cleaning FAQs for Baltimore

How much does house cleaning cost in Baltimore?

A standard house cleaning in Baltimore typically runs $117-$274 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Baltimore?

We track 6 house cleaning services serving Baltimore.

Is house cleaning in Baltimore more expensive than average?

House cleaning in Baltimore runs about -2.3% versus the national average, tracking local cleaner wages.

How often do Baltimore homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Baltimore gets about 42.43 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Baltimore, MD need a license?

In MD, Maryland does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. A local business license and liability insurance are the practical things to ask a Baltimore cleaner for.

What does a deep clean cost compared with a standard clean in Baltimore?

A standard clean in Baltimore runs $117-$274; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Baltimore homes book spring cleaning?

Most Baltimore households book a deep clean after the last frost around March 19, when windows can be opened and outdoor areas cleaned too.

Do house cleaners in Baltimore work in summer heat?

Yes, though with highs near 92F in Baltimore, many cleaners prefer morning appointments and ask that the AC stay on during the visit.