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House Cleaning in Columbia, SC

Compare 6 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $100–$233.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.MOLLY MAID of the Midlands and Columbia

    4.5★ (580 reviews)

    4.5★ from 580 reviews

    +18033355669Website

  2. 2.Serene Spaces Home Cleaning

    5.0★ (30 reviews)

    5.0★ from 30 reviews

    +18034003603Website

  3. 3.Angel Clean

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +18035867447Website

  4. 4.Wesley Janitorial Service, LLC

    4.9★ (13 reviews)

    4.9★ from 13 reviews

    +18037546739Website

  5. 5.Eliteness Cleaning Maid Service of Columbia

    4.2★ (10 reviews)

    4.2★ from 10 reviews

    +18559494401Website

  6. 6.Teels Cleaning Service

    +18037043861

House Cleaning Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Standard cleaning$100–$233/visit
Deep cleaning$208–$417/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$208–$500/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$83–$183/visit

House Cleaning prices in Columbia run about 17% 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 Columbia, rated 4.7★ on average across 655 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

Permits & Regulations in SC

No permit typically required

  • South Carolina 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: llr.sc.gov, www.epa.gov

House Cleaning FAQs for Columbia

How much does house cleaning cost in Columbia?

A standard house cleaning in Columbia typically runs $100-$233 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Columbia?

We track 6 house cleaning services serving Columbia.

Is house cleaning in Columbia more expensive than average?

House cleaning in Columbia runs about -16.7% versus the national average, tracking local cleaner wages.

How often do Columbia homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Columbia gets about 44.87 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Columbia, SC need a license?

In SC, South Carolina 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 Columbia cleaner for.

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

A standard clean in Columbia runs $100-$233; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Columbia homes book spring cleaning?

Most Columbia households book a deep clean after the last frost around March 23, when windows can be opened and outdoor areas cleaned too.

Do house cleaners in Columbia work in summer heat?

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