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House Cleaning in Charleston, SC

Compare 4 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $115–$268.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.The Cleaning Crew Charleston

    4.9★ (263 reviews)

    4.9★ from 263 reviews

    +18436088409Website

  2. 2.LINEN

    4.9★ (41 reviews)

    4.9★ from 41 reviews

    +18435105555Website

  3. 3.A Eugene Cleaning Service

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18439866197Website

  4. 4.SLAM DUNK YOUR JUNK

    +18438478707

House Cleaning Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Standard cleaning$115–$268/visit
Deep cleaning$239–$479/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$239–$574/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$96–$211/visit

House Cleaning prices in Charleston run about 4% 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 4 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.9★ on average across 305 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

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 Charleston

How much does house cleaning cost in Charleston?

A standard house cleaning in Charleston typically runs $115-$268 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Charleston?

We track 4 house cleaning services serving Charleston.

Is house cleaning in Charleston more expensive than average?

House cleaning in Charleston runs about -4.3% versus the national average, tracking local cleaner wages.

How often do Charleston homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Charleston gets about 44.42 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Charleston, 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 Charleston cleaner for.

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

A standard clean in Charleston runs $115-$268; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Charleston homes book spring cleaning?

Most Charleston households book a deep clean after the last frost around February 6, when windows can be opened and outdoor areas cleaned too.

Do house cleaners in Charleston work in summer heat?

Yes, though with highs near 88F in Charleston, many cleaners prefer morning appointments and ask that the AC stay on during the visit.