Office cleaning in Singapore is priced one of three ways: per square foot per month, per cleaner per hour, or as a flat monthly retainer. The “right” model depends entirely on your office size, foot traffic and frequency. This 2026 guide breaks down per-sqft pricing across Tier 1 (CBD Grade A), Tier 2 (CBD Grade B / fringe CBD), and Tier 3 (suburban business parks and HDB office units), plus frequency-based ranges for daily, 3x-weekly, weekly, and once-off cleans. We have built every number from real Sureclean quotes issued in Q4 2025 and the broader Singapore market range. Bookmark before you compare quotes – the cheap ones almost always exclude something material.
Three Ways Office Cleaning Is Priced In Singapore
Before you compare quotes, you need to know what you are comparing. The three pricing models:
- Per square foot per month (most common for offices over 3,000 sqft): A flat monthly fee covering an agreed scope and frequency. Predictable, easy to budget.
- Per cleaner per hour (most common for under 3,000 sqft): $22-$32 per cleaner per hour, you decide the schedule. Flexible but can balloon if scope creeps.
- Flat monthly retainer (typical for serviced suites and small offices): A fixed price for an agreed visit count, usually 5-22 visits per month.
Sureclean’s full commercial cleaning service can be quoted under any of the three models, with recommendations based on your office headcount, hours, and tier.
Office Cleaning Cost Per Square Foot Singapore 2026
The per-sqft pricing below is for daily Monday-Friday cleaning, standard scope (vacuum, mop, dust, bins, pantry, washroom, glass partitions). Tier definitions below the table.
| Tier | Office Type | $ per sqft / month |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | CBD Grade A (Marina Bay, Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar premium) | $0.28 – $0.42 |
| Tier 2 | CBD Grade B / fringe CBD (Bugis, Beach Road, Robinson Road older blocks) | $0.22 – $0.32 |
| Tier 3 | Suburban business parks (Changi, one-north, IBP, Jurong, Mapletree) | $0.18 – $0.26 |
| Tier 3 | HDB office units / shophouse offices | $0.16 – $0.24 |
Worked example: A 5,000 sqft Grade A office in Marina One at $0.34 per sqft = $1,700 per month for daily cleaning. A 5,000 sqft Tier 3 office at one-north at $0.22 per sqft = $1,100 per month. The same office, different postcode, 35% price difference – mostly because of building access rules, after-hours pass requirements and Grade A cleaner expectations.
Office Cleaning Pricing By Frequency (Per Visit)
If you do not need daily cleaning, pricing is usually quoted per visit. These are 2026 ranges for a 1,500 sqft office.
| Frequency | Per Visit (SGD) | Monthly (SGD) |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Mon-Fri (22 visits) | $45 – $65 | $990 – $1,430 |
| 3x weekly (13 visits) | $50 – $72 | $650 – $940 |
| 2x weekly (9 visits) | $55 – $80 | $495 – $720 |
| Weekly (4-5 visits) | $70 – $110 | $280 – $550 |
| Fortnightly (2 visits) | $95 – $140 | $190 – $280 |
| Once-off deep clean | $280 – $480 | One-off |
Want a much smaller office, under 1,000 sqft? See our dedicated small office cleaning coverage on the commercial cleaning page.
What Is Included In A Standard Office Clean
If your quote does not list these, ask the vendor to spell out what is included before signing. The standard daily scope:
- Vacuum all carpeted areas, mop hard floors with neutral pH cleaner
- Empty all bins, replace bin liners, sanitise bin lids
- Wipe all desks (top surface only – not under monitors / paperwork)
- Dust horizontal surfaces, ledges, picture frames, partition tops
- Clean glass partitions, glass doors, mirrors
- Pantry: wipe countertops, sink, fridge exterior, microwave exterior, replenish supplies
- Washroom: scrub bowls and urinals, mop floor, wipe sink and tap, replenish soap, hand-towel and toilet paper
- Door handles, light switches, lift buttons (within unit) sanitised
- Reception and meeting rooms straightened
NOT typically included (these are extras): carpet shampoo, glass external face, aircon chemical wash, periodic deep clean, post-event clean-up, floor polishing, food spill emergency response.
The Hidden Costs That Trip Up First-Time Office Cleaning Buyers
Three line items that are routinely missing from cheap quotes:
- Consumables. Soap, hand towel, toilet paper, bin liners, dishwashing liquid, sponges. Cheap quotes exclude consumables and bill them monthly at retail price. Sureclean includes consumables in our monthly fee at wholesale – usually saving $80-$200 per month.
- Periodic deep clean. Quarterly carpet shampoo and floor scrub. Often quoted as “from $0” then surprise-billed at $400-$1,200 when the carpet looks tired.
- After-hours surcharge. Some buildings only allow cleaning before 8am or after 7pm. Cheap quotes priced on standard hours then add 15-25% when the building tells the cleaner to come overnight.
The fix: ask for an “all-in” quote with consumables, periodic deep clean, and your building’s required hours all baked in. That lets you compare apples-to-apples.
How Headcount Affects Office Cleaning Cost
Per-sqft pricing assumes “standard” headcount density – roughly 1 person per 100-150 sqft. If your office is denser, you need more frequent washroom and pantry cleans. A rough adjustment:
| Density | Multiplier | Example (3,000 sqft, $0.28/sqft) |
|---|---|---|
| Light (1 person per 200+ sqft) | 0.85x | $714/mo |
| Standard (1 per 100-150 sqft) | 1.00x | $840/mo |
| Dense (1 per 60-100 sqft) | 1.15x | $966/mo |
| Very dense (call centre, co-working) | 1.30x | $1,092/mo |
Government, NEA & MOM Compliance Notes
Three things every Singapore office buyer should verify before signing:
- NEA Cleaning Establishment Licence. Mandatory for any cleaning company operating in Singapore. No licence = no contract. Verify on the NEA website.
- Progressive Wage Model (PWM) compliance. Cleaners working in Singapore must be paid according to MOM’s PWM scale. Sub-PWM quotes are illegal and put your tenancy at compliance risk.
- Public liability insurance. Minimum S$1m. Sureclean carries this on every contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average cost of office cleaning in Singapore in 2026?
For a typical 3,000 sqft office in fringe CBD on daily Monday-Friday cleaning, expect $0.22-$0.32 per sqft per month – roughly $660-$960 per month all-in. Grade A CBD pushes that to $0.28-$0.42 per sqft.
Is per-sqft or per-hour pricing better?
Per-sqft is better for offices over 3,000 sqft because the scope is clearly bounded. Per-hour ($22-$32 per cleaner per hour) is better for smaller offices and offices with very variable workload, where you want flexibility to scale visits up or down.
Do I need NEA licensing on my cleaning vendor?
Yes – every cleaning company operating commercial premises in Singapore must hold an NEA Cleaning Establishment Licence. Always verify before signing.
How often should an office in Singapore be deep cleaned?
Quarterly carpet shampoo, semi-annual floor scrub and aircon chemical wash, annual full deep clean. Tropical humidity and high foot traffic accelerate carpet wear and pantry mould growth – skipping quarterly deep cleans shows quickly.
What is the minimum office size you take?
Sureclean takes offices from 500 sqft upwards. Below 500 sqft we usually recommend a weekly or fortnightly model rather than daily, to keep the cost-per-visit reasonable.
Can you handle after-hours office cleaning?
Yes – most CBD buildings require it. We have a dedicated after-hours roster covering 7pm-2am for Grade A buildings with strict daytime access rules.
Why Sureclean Is The Right Office Cleaner For Singapore
Sureclean is NEA-licensed, PWM-compliant, 4.9-star rated, and services more than 5,000 Singapore homes and a growing roster of commercial offices. We do not subcontract – every cleaner is a directly-employed Sureclean staff. Our four-depot model means we can dispatch crews into Marina Bay, one-north, Changi Business Park or Jurong Gateway without travel margin built into your fee. Every contract includes consumables at wholesale, quarterly deep cleans baked-in, and S$1m public liability insurance.
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