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Regular Apartment Cleaning in London: What to Actually Expect
Weekly or fortnightly? Same cleaner or a different one each time? What actually happens if you skip a visit? Here's a straightforward look at how regular domestic cleaning works in London, what it costs in 2026, and how to pick a schedule that genuinely suits your home.
Weekly vs fortnightly
Fortnightly looks like the sensible cost-saving choice on paper — half the visits, roughly half the spend. In practice, it doesn't always work out that way. A fortnight gives dust, grime and general clutter twice as long to build up, which means each visit takes longer and covers more ground just to get back to a baseline. Some households end up paying nearly as much per visit for less thorough results than a shorter, more frequent clean would give them.
Weekly cleaning tends to suit busy households, homes with children or pets, or anyone who simply prefers not to think about cleaning at all. Fortnightly can work well for smaller flats, single occupants, or anyone supplementing it with their own light cleaning in between visits.
Why the same cleaner matters more than people expect
A different cleaner every visit means re-explaining preferences, re-discovering where things go, and inconsistent results depending on who turns up. The same cleaner, visit after visit, gets faster and more thorough over time simply because they already know your home — which cupboard the recycling goes under, which surfaces need extra care, what "clean" actually means for your household specifically.
It's worth asking any provider directly whether they can commit to sending the same person regularly, and what happens if that cleaner is on holiday or off sick — a genuine backup plan matters more than a vague promise of consistency.
What it costs in 2026
Regular domestic cleaning in London typically runs £20–£25 an hour through a reputable provider, with most homes needing two to three hours per visit depending on size. Prices have risen noticeably in recent years — cleaning costs across London increased by roughly 18% between 2021 and 2026, driven largely by wage increases and rising operating costs across the industry, so a quote that seems higher than you remember from a few years ago likely reflects that shift rather than a one-off markup.
What's typically included
A standard visit covers the core living areas: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen surfaces, and bathroom cleaning. Most providers can also add specific tasks — ironing, bed changing, laundry — usually at the same hourly rate rather than a separate charge. It's worth clarifying upfront whether cleaning products and equipment are provided or whether you'll need to supply your own, since this varies between providers and can be an unwelcome surprise on the first visit.
Why you still need a deep clean sometimes
Regular visits keep a home looking consistently tidy, but they're not designed to reach everything. Inside appliances, behind furniture, grout lines, extractor filters and window interiors typically fall outside a standard weekly or fortnightly routine. Most homes benefit from a full deep clean every three to six months to catch these — or every two to three months if you have pets or allergies.
Moving out? A regular cleaning routine and an end of tenancy clean are different jobs with different standards — regular cleaning keeps a home presentable to live in, while an end of tenancy clean is built specifically to pass an inventory inspection. See our end of tenancy checklist for what that involves.
The same reliable cleaner, on your schedule
Weekly or fortnightly, with the same trusted cleaner wherever possible and no long-term contract required. Eco-friendly products, flexible scheduling, and pricing that's clear from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is weekly or fortnightly cleaning better value?
Weekly often gives more consistent, thorough results for a similar overall cost, since less mess builds up between visits. Fortnightly can still work well for smaller homes or single occupants happy to do light cleaning in between.
Will I get the same cleaner every visit?
We aim to send the same cleaner wherever possible, since consistency means faster, more thorough results as they get to know your home and preferences.
Do I need to provide cleaning products and equipment?
No — we bring our own equipment and eco-friendly products as standard, so there's nothing extra for you to supply or worry about.
Am I locked into a long-term contract?
No. You can adjust, pause, or cancel your regular cleaning arrangement without being tied into a long-term commitment.
Do I still need a deep clean if I have regular visits?
Usually yes, every three to six months. Regular cleaning is built for routine upkeep, not for reaching inside appliances, behind furniture, or other areas a weekly or fortnightly visit typically doesn't cover.