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House Cleaning in Richmond, VA

Compare 7 local house cleaning pros. Typical service: $113–$264.

Top House Cleaning Companies in Richmond

  1. 1.New Image Cleaning Service

    4.8★ (254 reviews)

    4.8★ from 254 reviews

  2. 2.Two Maids

    4.5★ (222 reviews)

    4.5★ from 222 reviews

  3. 3.The Cleaning Authority - Richmond

    4.6★ (181 reviews)

    4.6★ from 181 reviews

  4. 4.Clean Slate Home Solutions RVA

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  5. 5.V & W Cleaning Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  6. 6.Villatoro’s Company LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  7. 7.Diamond Clean RVA

House Cleaning Cost in Richmond

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

ServiceTypical range in Richmond
Standard cleaning$113–$264/visit
Deep cleaning$236–$472/visit
Move-in / move-out cleaning$236–$566/job
Recurring biweekly cleaning$94–$207/visit

House Cleaning prices in Richmond run about 6% 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 7 companies serving Richmond, rated 4.8★ on average across 662 customer reviews.

Richmond Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Richmond's weather means for scheduling house cleaning.

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
43.6"
Heating degree days
3,771
Cooling degree days
1,549
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.3°47.4°3.04"
Feb30.5°51.3°2.76"
Mar37.1°60°4.04"
Apr46.1°70.3°3.27"
May55°77.9°3.78"
Jun64.5°86.1°3.93"
Jul68.9°89.7°4.51"
Aug67.4°87.6°4.66"
Sep60.1°81.2°4.13"
Oct48.3°71°2.98"
Nov39.4°61.4°3.24"
Dec31.4°50.7°3.26"

NOAA station data 8.48 miles from Richmond.

Permits & Regulations in VA

No permit typically required

  • Virginia 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.dpor.virginia.gov, www.epa.gov

House Cleaning FAQs for Richmond

How much does house cleaning cost in Richmond?

A standard house cleaning in Richmond typically runs $113-$264 per visit, depending on home size.

How many house cleaning services are in Richmond?

We track 7 house cleaning services serving Richmond.

Is house cleaning in Richmond more expensive than average?

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

How often do Richmond homes need a cleaning service?

Biweekly is the most common schedule. Richmond gets about 43.6 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter months mean more tracked-in dirt on floors and entryways.

Do cleaners in Richmond, VA need a license?

In VA, Virginia 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 Richmond cleaner for.

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

A standard clean in Richmond runs $113-$264; a first-time deep clean usually costs 50-100% more because it covers baseboards, inside appliances and built-up grime.

When do Richmond homes book spring cleaning?

Most Richmond households book a deep clean after the last frost around April 3, when windows can be opened and outdoor areas cleaned too.

Do house cleaners in Richmond work in summer heat?

Yes, though with highs near 90F in Richmond, many cleaners prefer morning appointments and ask that the AC stay on during the visit.