House Cleaning Invoice Template
A house cleaning service invoice bills visit, lists services and fees on separate lines and states the terms (Due on the day of each visit). This template is pre-filled for first deep clean of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with inside-oven and inside-fridge add-ons, then a biweekly visit: 8 lines totalling $717.00 before tax. Edit it and download the PDF.
Pre-filled for a house cleaning: first deep clean of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with inside-oven and inside-fridge add-ons, then a biweekly visit. Example prices: replace them with your own.
From
Riverside House Cleaning
877 Market Street
Fairview, OR 97024
billing@example.com
(503) 555-0177
Invoice
Bill to
Sam Patel
14 Elm Street
Madison, WI 53703
client@example.com
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial deep clean, 3 bed / 2 bathBaseboards, door frames, light switches, behind accessible furniture | 1 visit | $320.00 | $320.00 |
| Inside oven cleaning | 1 each | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Inside refrigerator cleaning | 1 each | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Interior windows and tracks | 12 each | $6.00 | $72.00 |
| Change bed linens | 3 each | $10.00 | $30.00 |
| Biweekly maintenance clean, 3 bed / 2 bathKitchen, bathrooms, dusting, floors in all rooms | 1 visit | $165.00 | $165.00 |
| Laundry: wash, dry and fold one load | 1 load | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Pet hair surcharge, two dogs | 2 visit | $15.00 | $30.00 |
- Subtotal
- $717.00
- Balance due
- $717.00
Notes
Thank you for choosing Riverside House Cleaning. Terms: Due on the day of each visit.
Payment details
Bank transfer or card. Please quote the invoice number.
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House Cleaning invoice at a glance
| Typical job | First deep clean of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with inside-oven and inside-fridge add-ons, then a biweekly visit |
|---|---|
| Main billing unit | visit |
| Usual payment terms | Due on the day of each visit |
| Deposit practice | Recurring clients are usually charged per visit; some services take a card on file or a small deposit to hold the first deep-clean slot. |
| Sample lines | 8 lines, $717.00 before tax |
| Largest line | Initial deep clean, 3 bed / 2 bath: $320.00 (45%) |
| Trade-specific fields | Service address, Bedrooms and bathrooms, Visit frequency, Entry instructions, Cleaner name |
Sample house cleaning invoice line items
First deep clean of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with inside-oven and inside-fridge add-ons, then a biweekly visit: 8 lines adding up to $717.00, split into services $687.00 (96%) and fees $30.00 (4%).
| Item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial deep clean, 3 bed / 2 bath (Baseboards, door frames, light switches, behind accessible furniture) | 1 visit | $320.00 | $320.00 |
| Inside oven cleaning | 1 each | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Inside refrigerator cleaning | 1 each | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Interior windows and tracks | 12 each | $6.00 | $72.00 |
| Change bed linens | 3 each | $10.00 | $30.00 |
| Biweekly maintenance clean, 3 bed / 2 bath (Kitchen, bathrooms, dusting, floors in all rooms) | 1 visit | $165.00 | $165.00 |
| Laundry: wash, dry and fold one load | 1 load | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Pet hair surcharge, two dogs | 2 visit | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| Subtotal | $717.00 | ||
| Total before tax | $717.00 |
What a house cleaning invoice should include
- Your house cleaning service name, address, phone and email, plus a tax ID if you are registered
- The customer's name and billing address (Sam Patel in the sample)
- A unique invoice number (INV-1947) and the issue date
- Payment terms and a due date: Due on the day of each visit
- Service address: for example 14 Elm Street
- Bedrooms and bathrooms: for example Main bathroom
- Visit frequency: for example See notes
- Entry instructions: for example See notes
- Line items in visit or per item, each with quantity, rate and amount
- How to pay you: bank details, card link or cheque payee
How house cleaning services bill
Residential cleaners usually charge a flat price per visit based on bedrooms, bathrooms and frequency, with a higher first deep clean and per-item add-ons.
House cleaning services commonly use "Due on the day of each visit", so the invoice is payable the day it is issued. Recurring clients are usually charged per visit; some services take a card on file or a small deposit to hold the first deep-clean slot.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $16.66 (employees, not contractor rates).
House Cleaning invoicing tips
- Print the home size you priced (bedrooms, bathrooms and approximate square footage), so if the visit took far longer because the house is larger than described, the reason for the change is already written down.
- Show the first deep clean and the recurring rate as separate lines and name the frequency, because clients often expect the lower biweekly price on the first visit.
- List add-ons such as inside the oven, inside the fridge or interior windows by item, since they are the tasks clients most often assume were part of a standard clean.
- Put the lockout or late-cancellation fee in the invoice notes, with the notice period, so a missed visit charge later refers back to something the client already accepted in writing.
House Cleaning billing disputes to head off
- A client who finds one missed area may want a refund for the whole visit. A re-clean policy on the invoice, such as reporting within 24 hours for a free touch-up of the missed area, gives both sides a fair fix.
- Breakage claims for fragile items are a sensitive point; noting which items the client asked you not to move or clean shows the agreement you worked under.
Work a house cleaning can bill for
Core tasks of Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (O*NET 37-2012.00, O*NET 29.x task statements, CC BY 4.0). Each can become a line on the invoice.
- Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
- Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
- Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
- Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
- Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
- Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
How to make a house cleaning invoice
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Add both parties
Enter Riverside House Cleaning (your business) and the customer, Sam Patel, then service address.
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Number and terms
Give it a unique number such as INV-1947 and set the terms to Due on the day of each visit.
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List the work
One line per item: the sample runs from "Initial deep clean, 3 bed / 2 bath" (1 visit) to "Pet hair surcharge, two dogs" (2 visit).
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Check the total
The 8 lines come to $717.00; add sales tax only if your state taxes house cleaning.
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Download and send
Download the PDF or print it, then keep a copy with the house cleaning records.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a house cleaning invoice?
Add your house cleaning service details, the customer, service address, bedrooms and bathrooms, visit frequency and entry instructions, then one line per item with quantity and rate. The template above is pre-filled with 8 lines for first deep clean of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with inside-oven and inside-fridge add-ons, then a biweekly visit totalling $717.00; change the prices and download the PDF.
How do house cleaning services charge?
Mostly visit. Residential cleaners usually charge a flat price per visit based on bedrooms, bathrooms and frequency, with a higher first deep clean and per-item add-ons.
When should a house cleaning invoice be paid?
Due on the day of each visit is the usual arrangement. Recurring clients are usually charged per visit; some services take a card on file or a small deposit to hold the first deep-clean slot. Put the terms and the due date on the invoice so there is no doubt.
How much do house cleaning services earn per hour?
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $16.66 (employees, not contractor rates). Self-employed rates are usually higher because they cover overhead and unbilled time.