Commercial Cleaning Rates & Pricing Guide

One of the most common questions Toronto business owners ask is: how much does commercial cleaning cost? The honest answer is that rates vary depending on your facility type, size, cleaning frequency, and specific service requirements — but most businesses in the GTA can expect to pay between $0.10 and $0.25 per square foot per cleaning visit for standard office or commercial cleaning.

For a typical 2,000 sq ft office cleaned twice per week, that translates to roughly $800 to $1,500 per month for a full janitorial contract that includes vacuuming, mopping, washroom sanitization, waste removal, and surface disinfection. Larger buildings, specialized industries, or deeper cleaning scopes will have different pricing.

Office Cleaning Rates in Toronto

Standard office cleaning is the most commonly requested commercial cleaning service. Rates are typically structured around per-visit pricing or a flat monthly rate. For recurring contracts, pricing tends to decrease as frequency increases — a daily clean-per-visit rate is lower than a once-a-week rate because the facility stays cleaner between sessions and each visit takes less time.

Most Toronto and GTA office cleaning contracts include: vacuuming and sweeping all floors, mopping hard floors, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, emptying trash and recycling bins, wiping down desks and workstations, cleaning break rooms and kitchens, and dusting surfaces and light fixtures.

Janitorial Services Pricing

For businesses that require daily on-site cleaning — such as large office buildings, retail centres, gyms, schools, or healthcare facilities — a monthly janitorial contractis the most cost-effective option. Janitorial pricing is based on total square footage, daily task checklist, number of washrooms, and whether day porter services are included during business hours.

Small commercial offices with daily cleaning typically fall in the $800 – $1,500/month range. Mid-size buildings (5,000–15,000 sq ft) are commonly priced between $1,500 – $3,500/month. Enterprise-level contracts for buildings over 20,000 sq ft are fully custom-quoted after a site walkthrough.

Deep Cleaning & Specialized Services

Deep cleaning goes beyond routine maintenance. It includes areas and tasks that aren't covered in a standard daily or weekly clean: detailed grout scrubbing, baseboard washing, inside appliance cleaning, high-reach dusting, upholstery cleaning, and thorough disinfection of all surfaces. Deep cleaning is typically done quarterly, semi-annually, or as a one-time refresh for new tenants or post-renovation.

Specialized services like floor stripping and waxing, commercial carpet cleaning, post-construction cleaning, and fogging disinfection are priced separately based on scope and square footage.

How to Get the Best Commercial Cleaning Rate

The best way to secure a competitive cleaning rate is to be clear about what you need. Before requesting a quote, consider the following:

• What is the total square footage of your space?
• How frequently do you want the facility cleaned?
• What specific tasks are required (washrooms, kitchen, floors, windows)?
• Do you need daytime service or after-hours cleaning?
• Is this a recurring contract or a one-time clean?

When you contact CMG Clean, we will schedule a free walkthrough of your facility — in person or virtual — and provide a detailed, no-obligation written quote within 24 hours. There are no hidden fees, no pressure, and no lock-in contracts unless you want one.

Why Price Alone Shouldn't Drive Your Decision

Choosing a commercial cleaning company based solely on the lowest price often leads to inconsistent results, high staff turnover, and corners being cut on sanitation standards. When comparing commercial cleaning rates, consider the company's insurance coverage, quality control processes, staff training, and references from similar-sized businesses in your industry.

CMG Clean is fully insured and WSIB-compliant. Our cleaning teams are professionally trained, background-checked, and held to a detailed quality checklist on every visit. We serve businesses across Toronto, Etobicoke, Scarborough, North York, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, and the broader GTA — with the same professional standards at every location.