What "Deep Cleaning" Actually Means

Deep cleaning is not the same as regular cleaning done for longer. A proper deep clean targets the areas that routine cleaning skips — behind and under furniture, inside cabinets, ceiling corners, exhaust areas, window tracks, grout lines and appliance exteriors.

In Singapore, deep cleaning is most commonly booked in four situations:

• Before moving into a new home
• Before handing a rental unit back to the landlord
• Once or twice a year as a seasonal reset
• Before Chinese New Year or Hari Raya

What Affects the Price

1. Property Size

This is the biggest factor. A 2-room flexi flat takes far less time than a 5-room resale flat or a two-storey landed property. Most companies price by number of rooms, floor area, or a combination of both.

2. Property Condition

A recently occupied, well-maintained home is straightforward. A unit that has been vacant for a year, has grease build-up in the kitchen, or has been used as a rental will take significantly longer.

3. Scope of Work

• Interior windows and tracks included or excluded?
• Inside cabinets and wardrobes included?
• Balcony and service yard included?
• Appliance exteriors only, or interiors too?
• Sofa, mattress and carpet shampooing as add-ons?

4. Add-Ons

• Upholstery and mattress deep cleaning
• Carpet shampooing
• Curtain cleaning
• Refrigerator and oven interiors
• Air-conditioner servicing

5. Accessibility and Timing

Units with no lift access, heavy furniture that must be shifted, or last-minute weekend bookings generally cost more.

Typical Price Ranges in Singapore

As a broad market guide, deep cleaning is usually quoted either per hour or as a package price:

• 2-room flat: entry-level package range
• 3-room flat: lower to mid range
• 4-room flat: mid range
• 5-room flat or condo: mid to upper range
• Landed property: quoted individually after a site survey

Prices change over time and vary between providers. Treat any figure you see online as indicative only, and always ask for a written itemised quotation after a site assessment.

Hourly Rate vs Package Price

• Hourly: flexible, good for small units or partial cleaning. Risk: the final bill depends on how fast the crew works.
• Package: fixed price for a defined scope. Better for budgeting and for comparing providers fairly.

For most Singapore households, a fixed package with a clearly written scope is the safer option.

How Long Should a Deep Clean Take?

• 2-room flat: 3 to 4 hours with 2 cleaners
• 3-room flat: 4 to 5 hours with 2 cleaners
• 4-room flat: 5 to 6 hours with 2 to 3 cleaners
• 5-room flat or condo: 6 to 8 hours with 3 cleaners

If a quote promises a full deep clean of a 4-room flat in two hours with one person, the scope is almost certainly not what you think it is.

What a Good Deep Cleaning Scope Should Include

• Ceiling corners, cornices and light fittings dusted
• Walls and switch plates wiped
• All interior windows, frames and tracks cleaned
• Kitchen degreasing — hob, hood, backsplash, countertop
• Inside and outside all cabinets and drawers
• Bathroom descaling — tiles, glass, taps, WC, basin
• Skirting, door frames, doors and handles wiped
• Inside wardrobes and built-in storage
• Floors vacuumed and mopped, including under movable furniture
• Balcony and service yard swept and washed
• Cobwebs removed
• Waste bagged and placed at the designated point

How to Compare Quotations Fairly

Cheap quotes are often cheap for a reason. When comparing, ask each provider:

• How many cleaners will attend, and for how many hours?
• Is the price fixed, or hourly?
• Are windows and tracks included?
• Are cabinet interiors included?
• What cleaning products are used — are they safe for children and pets?
• Is there a supervisor inspection before sign-off?
• What happens if I am not satisfied?
• Are the cleaners insured?

Ways to Reduce the Cost

• Book on a weekday instead of a weekend or public holiday
• Bundle deep cleaning with regular cleaning in a package
• Declutter before the crew arrives so time is spent cleaning, not moving things
• Skip add-ons you do not need
• Combine deep cleaning with post-renovation cleaning if you have just finished works
• Book early rather than as a last-minute rush job

Frequently Asked Questions

Is deep cleaning worth it?

Yes, if your home has not had one in over a year, if you are moving in or out, or if there has been illness, renovation or pets. It resets the baseline so regular cleaning becomes easier.

How often should I deep clean?

Once or twice a year for most Singapore homes. Households with pets, young children or allergy sufferers may benefit from more frequent deep cleans.

Do I need to provide cleaning supplies?

No. Professional teams bring their own equipment and products. If you prefer specific products, let them know in advance.

Should I tip the cleaners?

It is not expected in Singapore, but it is always appreciated for a job well done.

Get a Transparent Deep Cleaning Quote

Tuhfa Construction Pte Ltd provides home and commercial deep cleaning across Singapore with trained, insured and uniformed crews. We do a free site survey, give you a fixed itemised quotation and inspect the work before sign-off.

Call or WhatsApp +65 8576 6635, or email Tuhfa.construction@gmail.com to book.