Home Cleaning in Dubai: What's Included, What It Costs, How Often You Need It

Home cleaning in Dubai costs from AED 25 an hour for a same-day booking (3-hour minimum) and AED 35 an hour when you book ahead. A deep clean covers every area of the home, including the high spots that need a ladder.

This guide explains what each type of cleaning includes, what it costs, and how often you need it, so you can compare companies on the same terms. Ecomaid has cleaned homes across Dubai for 20+ years and holds a 4.6★ rating from 710 Google reviews.

Types of home cleaning in Dubai

There are three main types, and they work for apartments, villas and townhouses alike.

• General cleaning. A regular clean of every area that can be reached without a ladder. It suits weekly tidy-ups and one-off cleans.
• Deep cleaning. Everything in a general clean, plus the high areas where cleaners need a ladder, such as ceiling fans. It suits a full reset of the home.
• Recurring cleaning. A regular service set up around your requirements. The price depends on how often you book.

Ecomaid also cleans for other situations, such as before moving in or out. Message us with what you need and we will tell you what fits.

What’s included in a home clean

A general clean covers every reachable area of the home, and a deep clean adds the high areas that need a ladder. Nothing is sold as an add-on: the fridge, the balcony and the rest of the home are part of the job, not extras.

Area	General cleaning	Deep cleaning
Kitchen, including the fridge	Yes, all reachable areas	Yes, all areas
Bathrooms and mirrors	Yes, all reachable areas	Yes, all areas
Bedrooms and living areas	Yes, all reachable areas	Yes, all areas
Floors	Yes	Yes, vacuumed and mopped
Balcony	Yes, if reachable	Yes, all areas
High areas that need a ladder, such as ceiling fans	Not included	Included

How much fits into one visit depends on the hours you book, so book enough time for the size of your home. If you want the high areas done, book a deep clean — see our full breakdown of what’s included in a deep clean for every area covered room by room.

How much does home cleaning cost in Dubai?

General cleaning is charged by the hour: AED 25 per hour for a same-day booking, which needs a minimum of 3 hours, and AED 35 per hour when you book in advance.

Deep cleaning is priced by property size instead of by the hour, and the final price depends on the condition of the property. These are starting prices:

Property	Starting from (AED)
Studio	625
1-bedroom apartment	1,000
2-bedroom apartment	1,250
3-bedroom apartment	1,500
2-bedroom villa	1,250
3-bedroom villa	1,875
4-bedroom villa	2,500
5-bedroom villa and above	from 3,125

Recurring cleaning is customised to your requirements, and the price depends on how often you book. Message us on WhatsApp for a quote.

Whatever the condition of the home, there are no add-on charges for the fridge, the balcony or anything else in the job.

How often do you need home cleaning?

Most Dubai homes do well with a regular general clean plus a deep clean once or twice a year. Dust from construction and desert wind, and air conditioning running most of the year, mean surfaces and high areas collect dust faster than many people expect.

• Weekly or every two weeks: families, homes with pets, and busy households that want the home to stay under control.
• Monthly or as needed: smaller households or people who tidy day to day and want a professional reset.
• Deep clean once or twice a year: to reach the high areas, and before moving in, after a renovation, or when you have not had a deep clean for a long time.

If you are not sure, start with a deep clean and then move to a recurring plan that matches how fast your home gets dirty. For a closer look at timing, see how often you should deep clean your home.

How to choose a home cleaning company in Dubai

Compare companies on what the price covers, not just the headline rate. Ask these questions before you book:

1. What is included in the price? Ask whether the fridge, balcony and inside of cabinets are part of the job or charged as add-ons.
2. Are high areas covered? Find out whether ceiling fans and other ladder-height areas are included, and in which type of clean.
3. What are the booking terms? Check the hourly rate, the minimum hours, and whether same-day booking costs more or less.
4. What do recent reviews say? Read recent Google reviews, not just the star rating.
5. How easy is it to reach them? You should be able to book, change and ask questions without a long wait.

There are cheaper options in Dubai, and Ecomaid does not try to be the cheapest. The price covers the whole job with no add-on charges, and the focus is on quality: 20+ years in Dubai and a 4.6★ rating across 710 Google reviews.

Areas covered and how to book

Ecomaid covers almost every area of Dubai. Booking is done on WhatsApp: send us your property type, its size and the date you want, and we confirm a slot. Our app is coming soon.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does home cleaning cost in Dubai? General cleaning is AED 25 per hour for same-day bookings (3-hour minimum) and AED 35 per hour when booked in advance. Deep cleaning is priced by property size and condition, starting from AED 625 for a studio.

What is the difference between general and deep cleaning? General cleaning covers every area that can be reached without a ladder. Deep cleaning covers all areas, including the high ones that need a ladder.

Do you charge extra for the fridge or balcony? No. We do not have add-ons or extra charges. The fridge and balcony are part of the clean.

Can I book a cleaner for the same day? Yes. Same-day bookings are AED 25 per hour with a minimum of 3 hours.

Can I set up a regular cleaning service? Yes. Recurring cleaning is customised to your requirements, and the price depends on how often you book.

Which areas of Dubai do you cover? Almost all areas of Dubai.

How do I book? Message us on WhatsApp. Our app is coming soon.