Many small offices start with staff or a part-time cleaner. At some point a recurring janitorial contract can be simpler. Here is how the two options compare.
Cost
In-house cleaning costs wages, payroll taxes, supplies and equipment, plus cover when someone is sick. A contract is one monthly price. Compare the full in-house cost with the contract price, not only the hourly wage.
Supplies and equipment
In-house, you buy and store chemicals, vacuums and mops. With a contractor, confirm in the quote what is supplied and by whom.
Schedule and reliability
Staff schedules change. A contract sets the visit days and times in writing, so cleaning does not depend on who is in the office that day.
Responsibility
If something is missed, a contract gives you one company and one phone number to call. Check that the company is insured and bonded.
When in-house still makes sense
Very small spaces, or spaces that need cleaning many times a day, may suit an in-house cleaner. A mixed model also works: staff handle daily tidying and a company handles the deeper recurring work.
Questions
Is it cheaper to clean in-house or hire a company?
It depends on size and frequency. Add wages, taxes, supplies, equipment and cover, then compare with a contract price.
What is the minimum for a janitorial contract?
Janitor Pros Cleaning Service contracts start at $500 per month.
Do you clean homes?
No. We only serve businesses and commercial buildings.
Ready for a price? Read about our commercial cleaning services or send the quote form with your building type, size and schedule. You can also call 310-906-9097. The phone is answered 7 AM to 10 PM every day.