| Property Size | Service Type | Base Cost (KSh) | Key Cost Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio/1BR | Basic Move-Out Clean | 8,000 – 12,000 | Condition (light dirt: lower; heavy stains: +20%); location (CBD free, outskirts +1,000) |
| Studio/1BR | Deep Move-Out Clean | 15,000 – 20,000 | Add-ons like carpets (+2,000/room), windows (+1,500); occupancy (vacant: -10%) |
| 2BR Apartment | Basic Move-In Clean | 12,000 – 18,000 | Size/sq.m (under 80m²: base; over: +3,000); eco-products (+500–1,000) |
| 2BR Apartment | Deep Move-Out Clean | 20,000 – 28,000 | Buildup level (post-tenant mess: +5,000); high-rise access (+1,000–2,000) |
| 3BR House | Basic Move-In/Out | 18,000 – 25,000 | Frequency (recurring: 15% off); kitchen deep clean add-on (+4,000) |
| 3BR House | Deep Move-Out | 28,000 – 38,000 | Bathrooms (multiple: +3,500 each); post-construction dust (+10,000) |
| 4BR+ | Basic Move-In Clean | 25,000 – 35,000 | Appliances included (+2,500/unit); seasonal demand (peak moves: +15%) |
| 4BR+ | Deep Move-Out | 38,000 – 50,000 | Full vacate (carpets/windows: +10,000); VAT (16% extra) |
By Cleaner-Kenya. Prices as of February 2026; quotes after site survey. Bundles save 10–20%; free within Nairobi CBD.
Pricing Factors
Move-in/out cleaning costs in Nairobi vary by property scale and condition, with 1–4BR units dominating urban rentals. Deep cleans, essential for deposit refunds, double basic rates due to scrubbing grout, degreasing ovens, and sanitizing post-vacancy grime—often 4–8 hours labor. Location adds logistics; Kilimani or Westlands stay base-priced, while Kitengela incurs 1,000–2,000 KSh travel amid traffic.
Add-ons like kitchen overhauls (3,000–8,000 KSh) or carpet steaming (2,000–5,000/room) reflect specialized tools, pushing totals up 20–50%. Eco-options from Cleaner-Kenya, using vinegar-based solutions, add 500–1,000 KSh but appeal to green landlords.
Service Differences
Move-out cleans prioritize vacancy-ready shine: walls, cabinets, floors, and appliances wiped to inspection standards, reclaiming 80–100% deposits. Move-ins focus on pre-occupancy sanitization, tackling construction dust or prior residue for safe settling. Cleaner-Kenya deploys 2–4 technicians per job, ensuring 98% landlord approvals via checklists.
In Nairobi's rental market, neglected cleans cost tenants 10,000–30,000 KSh in penalties; pros mitigate this with guarantees.
Process Overview
Bookings start with calls to 0722-566-091 or cleaner.co.ke forms—quotes in 2 hours via photos/site visits. Teams arrive in 3-hour windows, prepping with dust sheets before systematic cleans: high dust/vacuum, wash surfaces, detail bathrooms/kitchens, polish fixtures. Completion includes waste haul and reports, with 30-day redo policies.
Peak seasons (month-ends) book fast; weekdays slot easier with 10% discounts.
Why Invest in Pros
DIY saves cash but risks health from mold or allergens in humid Nairobi, plus inefficiency—pros cut energy use post-clean by 15–20% via proper ventilation. Landlords favor Cleaner-Kenya for compliance with rental bylaws, avoiding disputes. Tenants recover deposits faster; owners prep faster for re-leasing, boosting yields.
Vacant properties clean 20–30% cheaper sans furniture shuffling.
Booking Tips
Schedule midweek for savings; bundles with appliances drop per-service costs. Provide access details and vacancy status for precise quotes—off-peak locks 2026 rates against inflation. Businesses deduct as expenses; track via SMS references.
Nairobi's 2025 rental boom (15% rise) underscores clean handovers for seamless transitions.
