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House Cleaning in Birmingham, AL

Compare 5 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $98–$228.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.The Cleaning Authority - Birmingham

    4.7★ (306 reviews)

    4.7★ from 306 reviews

    +12055306223Website

  2. 2.The Maids of Birmingham

    4.8★ (210 reviews)

    4.8★ from 210 reviews

    +12058719338Website

  3. 3.Hola Maids

    5.0★ (66 reviews)

    5.0★ from 66 reviews

    +12055333120Website

  4. 4.A 24 Hour Home & Office Cleaning Service

    4.9★ (61 reviews)

    4.9★ from 61 reviews

    +12059601717Website

  5. 5.Consciously Clean Co

    5.0★ (17 reviews)

    5.0★ from 17 reviews

    +16033699989Website

House Cleaning Cost in Birmingham

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

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Standard cleaning$98–$228/visit
Deep cleaning$204–$407/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$204–$488/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$81–$179/visit

House Cleaning prices in Birmingham run about 19% 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 5 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.9★ on average across 660 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

No permit typically required

  • Alabama 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: hblb.alabama.gov, www.epa.gov

House Cleaning FAQs for Birmingham

How much does house cleaning cost in Birmingham?

A standard house cleaning in Birmingham typically runs $98-$228 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Birmingham?

We track 5 house cleaning services serving Birmingham.

Is house cleaning in Birmingham more expensive than average?

House cleaning in Birmingham runs about -18.6% versus the national average, tracking local cleaner wages.

How often do Birmingham homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Birmingham gets about 53.72 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Birmingham, AL need a license?

In AL, Alabama 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 Birmingham cleaner for.

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

A standard clean in Birmingham runs $98-$228; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Birmingham homes book spring cleaning?

Most Birmingham households book a deep clean after the last frost around March 26, when windows can be opened and outdoor areas cleaned too.

Do house cleaners in Birmingham work in summer heat?

Yes, though with highs near 91F in Birmingham, many cleaners prefer morning appointments and ask that the AC stay on during the visit.