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House Cleaning in Anchorage, AK

Compare 6 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $127–$296.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Anchorage

  1. 1.White Lilac Cleaning

    4.9★ (79 reviews)

    4.9★ from 79 reviews

  2. 2.Chore Buddies

    4.9★ (67 reviews)

    4.9★ from 67 reviews

  3. 3."Northern Cleaning & Services" - Janitorial,Commercial,Residential,House cleaning,Airbnb,Move out

    4.6★ (79 reviews)

    4.6★ from 79 reviews

  4. 4.Maid My Day Cleaning Services

    4.8★ (45 reviews)

    4.8★ from 45 reviews

  5. 5.Sweeping Beauty

  6. 6.Home Cleaning Pro

House Cleaning Cost in Anchorage

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

ServiceTypical range in Anchorage
Standard cleaning$127–$296/visit
Deep cleaning$264–$529/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$264–$634/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$106–$233/visit

House Cleaning prices in Anchorage run about 6% above 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 Anchorage, rated 4.8★ on average across 270 customer reviews.

Anchorage Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Anchorage's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
May 19
First fall frost
September 13
Annual precipitation
16.5"
Heating degree days
10,554
Cooling degree days
4
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7°21°0.82"
Feb11.1°28.1°0.72"
Mar16.8°37°0.6"
Apr26.8°48.6°0.46"
May36.1°60°0.76"
Jun43.8°66.7°1.16"
Jul48.6°68.7°2.2"
Aug46.3°66°2.7"
Sep38°57.3°2.21"
Oct25.5°41°1.95"
Nov12°25.4°1.47"
Dec8.8°23.5°1.45"

NOAA station data 9.92 miles from Anchorage.

Permits & Regulations in AK

No permit typically required

  • Alaska 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.commerce.alaska.gov, www.epa.gov

House Cleaning FAQs for Anchorage

How much does house cleaning cost in Anchorage?

A standard house cleaning in Anchorage typically runs $127-$296 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Anchorage?

We track 6 house cleaning services serving Anchorage.

Is house cleaning in Anchorage more expensive than average?

House cleaning in Anchorage runs about +5.7% versus the national average, tracking local cleaner wages.

How often do Anchorage homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Anchorage gets about 16.5 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Anchorage, AK need a license?

In AK, Alaska 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 Anchorage cleaner for.

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

A standard clean in Anchorage runs $127-$296; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Anchorage homes book spring cleaning?

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

Do house cleaners in Anchorage work in summer heat?

Yes, though with highs near 69F in Anchorage, many cleaners prefer morning appointments and ask that the AC stay on during the visit.