At the handover, the flat must be cleaned. Many underestimate the effort – and the costs. Here is a realistic overview.
Prices by flat size
The cost of a professional final cleaning depends mainly on the size and condition of the flat. As a guide: a 2-room flat starts in a moderate range, a 4.5-room flat can cost double. The exact price results from a survey.
What influences the price
Several factors matter: the number of rooms and bathrooms, the degree of dirt, whether windows and blinds are cleaned, the presence of a balcony or cellar, and stubborn limescale or grease deposits.
Clean yourself or hire a professional?
Cleaning yourself seems economical. But property managers have high standards. If contested, you have to redo it or hire a company. Also count your own time: a thorough final cleaning of a 3-room flat quickly takes a whole day.
How to save on final cleaning
Combine moving and cleaning – often more economical than two separate jobs. Empty the flat completely first. And request a fixed price instead of an hourly rate.