A deep cleaning in Montreal typically costs $250 to $700+ CAD, depending on home size, condition, and add-ons. This guide gives you the exact 2026 price ranges by property type, what's included at each tier, what makes prices vary, and how to avoid the three pricing traps Montreal cleaning companies use to inflate quotes.
Quick-reference price table — 2026 Montreal deep cleaning rates
| Home size | Typical deep clean cost (CAD) | Time on-site | |---|---|---| | Studio / bachelor (≤500 sq ft) | $220 – $300 | 3–4 hours | | 1-bedroom apartment (500–800 sq ft) | $260 – $360 | 4–5 hours | | 2-bedroom apartment / small condo | $320 – $450 | 5–6 hours | | 3-bedroom home or large condo | $420 – $580 | 6–8 hours | | 4-bedroom house | $520 – $720 | 7–10 hours | | Large 4+ BR house, finished basement | $650 – $1,100+ | 8–12 hours |
These ranges reflect deep cleaning (every-corner, every-surface) — not standard maintenance cleaning, which is typically 35–45% lower. If you're quoted significantly below the low end of these ranges, ask what's NOT included. Quotes above the high end usually reflect specialty add-ons or older buildings with heavy buildup.
What's actually included in a Montreal deep cleaning
A real deep cleaning hits places a standard cleaning skips. If your quote doesn't explicitly include the items below, you're paying deep-clean prices for standard-clean work.
Kitchen (typically 1.5 to 2 hours)
- Inside the oven (rack-out, baked-on residue removal)
- Inside the microwave (including the rotating plate and turntable ring)
- Behind the stove and under the burner trays
- Inside and on top of the refrigerator (gasket cleaning, drip-tray decalcification)
- Cabinet faces — degreased, fingerprint-free, hardware polished
- Inside trash bin
- Backsplash and grout lines scrubbed
- Range hood interior + filter degreased
- Faucet aerator removed and descaled
Bathrooms (typically 45 minutes to 1 hour each)
- Tile and grout scrubbed (not just wiped)
- Inside the shower track and door rails
- Exhaust fan grille cleaned of dust
- Toilet base + behind-the-toilet floor
- Vanity drawer interiors
- Mirror frame edges (not just the surface)
- Soap-scum removal on glass doors
Living areas + bedrooms
- Baseboards washed (not dusted — washed)
- Door frames and door tops
- Window sills and tracks
- Light switch plates and outlets wiped
- Behind and under furniture (sofa, beds, dressers)
- Ceiling fan blades + light fixture covers
- Inside closets if requested (asked at booking)
- Air vent covers
A standard cleaning at $120–$180 will hit the visible surfaces. A deep cleaning at $300+ hits the surfaces above PLUS the visible ones. The difference is roughly 2–3 extra hours of labor.
Pricing factors — what makes your quote go up or down
1. Building age and last clean date
Older Montreal triplexes and walk-ups (Plateau, Mile End, Saint-Henri) often have accumulated grime in baseboards, window tracks, and behind appliances that newer condos (Griffintown, Old Port) don't. If the property hasn't had a deep clean in 12+ months, add 15–25% to the base price.
2. Pets in the home
Add roughly $30–$60 for hair removal on upholstery and floors. Long-haired pets (Golden Retrievers, Maine Coons) add more than short-haired. If there are accident areas or kennel residue, this can climb to $80+.
3. Stovetop and oven condition
A pristine oven adds nothing. A two-year-uncleaned oven with baked-on grease can add $40–$80 — sometimes requires a 30-minute soak + scrape rather than a 10-minute wipe.
4. Stairs and finished basements
Each flight of stairs adds ~30 minutes. A finished basement adds 1–2 hours depending on size. Many quotes assume one level — confirm at booking.
5. Hardwood vs carpet
Hardwood floors are faster to clean (sweep + mop). Wall-to-wall carpet needs vacuuming + edge work + spot treatment — typically adds 20–30 minutes per room.
6. Parking + access
Montreal's downtown, the Plateau, and Mile End often have no on-site parking. Companies sometimes add a $5–$15 parking fee or extra time. Easy ground-floor access with private parking is fastest.
Add-on services — Montreal market 2026 rates
| Service | Typical add-on cost | |---|---| | Interior window cleaning (per window) | $8–$15 | | Exterior window cleaning (per window, ground floor) | $10–$20 | | Inside oven (if not standard) | $35–$60 | | Inside fridge (if not standard) | $25–$50 | | Inside cabinets/drawers (per kitchen) | $40–$80 | | Wall washing (per room) | $30–$60 | | Balcony cleaning (small/medium) | $25–$50 | | Laundry (load wash + fold) | $15–$30 per load | | Bed-making with linen change | $10–$15 per bed | | Pet hair (very heavy) | $40–$80 surcharge | | Mold/mildew bathroom treatment | $40–$100 |
A common move-out pitfall: landlords expect interior windows, oven, and inside cabinets to be done. Confirm those are included in your move-out quote, not add-ons.
Recurring deep clean — frequency discount math
A one-time deep clean is the most expensive option. If you maintain the property afterward with bi-weekly or monthly standard cleanings, the prices compress significantly because there's never major build-up to remove.
| Frequency | Typical 2BR Montreal price | Per-month total | |---|---|---| | One-time deep only | $380 | n/a | | Monthly standard (after initial deep) | $160 | $160 | | Bi-weekly standard | $130 | $260 | | Weekly standard | $110 | $440 |
Bi-weekly is the most popular Montreal pattern because it's frequent enough to prevent build-up but not so frequent that the per-month cost feels heavy.
Per-hour vs flat-rate pricing — what to choose
Many Montreal cleaning companies charge $35–$50 per cleaner per hour. This sounds appealing until you realize:
1. You don't know the total cost before they start. A 6-hour 2BR deep clean at $40/hr is $240 — but if it takes 8 hours, it's $320. The company has no incentive to finish fast. 2. Re-cleans are usually billed too. A flat-rate clean includes the re-do; an hourly clean might not. 3. The same cleaner in the same home next week might quote differently. No consistent budget.
Flat-rate pricing (the model we recommend) costs you the agreed amount no matter what. The cleaner is motivated to be efficient because they earn the same regardless. You see the exact number before booking.
When per-hour can make sense: very large homes (5+ bedrooms) where any reasonable flat quote requires too many unknowns, or one-off post-construction jobs where the scope is genuinely unpredictable.
DIY vs. professional — what's a deep clean actually worth in time?
Self-cleaning a 2-bedroom Montreal apartment to deep-clean standard typically takes 8 to 12 hours of focused work, plus $40–$80 in supplies if you don't already have them. That's the equivalent of an entire Saturday.
A professional team of two cleaners completes the same job in 3 to 4 hours, with all supplies, equipment, and insurance included. At $350 for that 2BR, you're effectively paying $44/hour for your own time — well worth it if your hourly rate is above that or if the alternative is no clean at all.
How to spot an overpriced quote
Three signs a Montreal cleaning quote is inflated:
1. No itemization. A legit quote shows "kitchen deep clean: $X, bathrooms: $Y, etc." A lump sum with no breakdown is often padded. 2. A "first-time fee" or "initial assessment fee" on top of the per-hour rate. This is a hidden charge — reputable companies fold any prep time into the flat quote. 3. The quote drops dramatically when you mention you're shopping around. That means the original quote had margin to give. A legitimate quote stays consistent because it reflects real time and supply costs.
Tipping — is it expected?
In Montreal, tipping a cleaner is optional but appreciated, especially after a deep clean. A typical tip is 10–20% of the bill, given in cash directly to the team or added to the online payment. If the company uses W-2 employees (not contractors), the tip goes to the cleaner directly. Sparkling Stays uses employees, not contractors, so tips reach the team in full.
How Sparkling Stays prices deep cleans
Our deep clean quotes are flat-rate and shown to you before you book. The price is calculated from:
- Square footage (you select the range at booking)
- Number of bedrooms + bathrooms
- Frequency of recurring cleaning afterward (if any — recurring customers save 15–30%)
- Add-ons you select (oven, windows, etc.)
- Your postal code (a small surcharge for downtown / Plateau / Mile End to cover parking and time)
You see the total before you confirm. We don't charge by the hour, we don't charge initial-assessment fees, and our re-clean guarantee is built in.
Frequently asked questions
Q: How much does a deep cleaning cost for a 1-bedroom apartment in Montreal? A: Typically $260 to $360 CAD for a 500–800 sq ft 1-bedroom, taxes extra. Newer condos with light buildup are at the low end; older Plateau or NDG flats with 12+ months since the last deep clean are at the high end.
Q: Is deep cleaning worth it before moving out? A: Almost always, yes. A professional move-out deep clean ($300–$700) is far cheaper than the deductions a landlord can make from your last month's rent or security deposit for sub-par cleaning — and faster than DIY when you're also coordinating movers.
Q: How often should I get a deep clean? A: For most Montreal households, once or twice a year (typically spring and fall). If you maintain bi-weekly standard cleaning between deep cleans, once a year is plenty. If you skip maintenance cleaning, you'll want a deep every 4–6 months.
Q: Why is a deep clean more expensive than a standard clean? A: It's roughly twice the labor. A 2BR standard clean is 2.5–3 hours; a 2BR deep clean is 5–6 hours. You're paying for the extra time spent inside ovens, behind appliances, on baseboards, and on grout that a standard clean would skip.
Q: Do you bring all the supplies? A: Yes. Eco-friendly products, microfiber cloths, vacuum, mop, scrub brushes — everything is included. You don't need to provide anything.
Q: Can I get a deep clean and recurring service together? A: Yes — most customers do exactly this. The first visit is a deep clean (one-time, higher cost) and then bi-weekly or monthly standard cleanings keep the home maintained. The recurring rate is locked in for as long as you keep the schedule.
Q: Is the price per visit or per cleaner? A: Per visit, total. The flat quote includes labor for one or two cleaners as needed to complete the job, plus all supplies, insurance, and the re-clean guarantee.
Q: What payment methods do you accept? A: All major credit cards via Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and e-transfer. Cash is accepted in-person but discouraged for record-keeping.
Get your exact Montreal deep cleaning price
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Related reading: [How Much Does Cleaning Cost in Montreal](/en/blog/how-much-does-cleaning-cost-in-montreal), [Deep Cleaning vs Standard Cleaning](/en/blog/deep-cleaning-vs-standard-cleaning-montreal), [Best Cleaning Service Montreal — Buyer's Guide](/en/blog/best-cleaning-service-montreal-buyers-guide), [Deep Cleaning Services](/en/services/deep-cleaning).
