Cleaning Services · Cape Town
Need Cleaning Services in Cape Town?
The Tradease app makes it easy to find and book vetted cleaners on demand.
Book the cleaning help you need with a clearer idea of who is coming into your home, what is included in the clean and what it will cost before you commit.
Services
Cleaning Services You Can Book Through Tradease
Tradease makes it easy to book the cleaning service you need, with the added reassurance that providers are vetted before they work in your home.
Regular Home Cleaning
Book help with everyday household cleaning, including kitchens, bathrooms, floors, dusting and general tidying.
Deep Cleaning
Get a more thorough clean for areas that need extra attention, including built-up grime, skirting boards, cupboards, appliances and hard-to-reach spaces.
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning
Book a detailed clean before moving into a property or after moving out, including empty-property and end-of-tenancy cleaning.
Office & Commercial Cleaning
Find cleaning help for offices, shops and other business premises, including regular cleaning and more intensive once-off work.
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Book specialist cleaning for carpets, rugs, sofas, chairs and other upholstered surfaces where the provider offers the service.
Post-Renovation Cleaning
Get help removing dust, dirt and residue after renovations or building work so the property is ready to use again.
How it works
How Tradease Works
Finding someone to clean your home usually means comparing different services, checking availability and trying to work out exactly what is included. Tradease brings that into one place, so you can book the clean you need with less back-and-forth.
Search for the Cleaning Service You Need
Open Tradease, choose the type of cleaning you need and add the address where the service will take place.
Choose Whether You Need Help Now or Later
Request cleaning on demand when you need help now, or choose a future date and time if you would rather schedule the clean.
See the Price Before You Confirm
See the hourly rate or job price before confirming, so you know what the clean will cost before it begins.
Track Your Cleaner on the Way
Once a cleaner has accepted the job, follow them on the live map, see their ETA and know when they have arrived.
Message Your Cleaner in the App
Share access details, parking information, pet information or anything else they should know before they arrive.
Pay Through Tradease Once the Job Is Done
Once the clean is complete, review the job and pay through Tradease, with the invoice and payment record kept in the app.
Why Tradease
Why Book Cleaning Through Tradease?
When someone is coming into your home, you want to feel comfortable with who you are booking, know what the clean includes and avoid chasing people around just to get a date confirmed. Tradease gives you a simpler way to book, with more reassurance from the start.
More Peace of Mind About Who You Book
Cleaning providers are vetted before joining Tradease, giving you more confidence about who is coming into your home to do the work.
Know What You Are Paying For
See the price before you book and understand what the clean covers. What you book through Tradease is what you pay for, so there are no unexpected charges added to the original service.
Safer Payments Through Tradease
Your payment is handled through Tradease rather than paid directly to the cleaning provider, giving the booking an added layer of security and accountability if something does not go as expected.
Keep Job Communication in One Place
Message your cleaner through Tradease if you need to share access details, send a photo or check in about the booking, with the conversation kept together with the job.
What's included
What Can a Home Cleaning Service Include?
What is included will depend on the provider and the service you choose, but a regular home clean may cover:
Do I Need to Supply Cleaning Products and Equipment?
Many cleaning companies provide their own products, equipment and specialist cleaning tools. Check the service details before booking so you know whether you need to supply anything yourself.
Laundry, ironing, inside appliances, cupboards and window cleaning may also be offered, depending on the provider and the service you book.
Regular vs deep
Regular Cleaning or Deep Cleaning?
A regular clean is usually enough for ongoing upkeep. A deep clean is more thorough and focuses on built-up dirt, harder-to-reach areas and parts of the home that may not be covered in an everyday clean.
Depending on the provider, a deep clean may include:
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Cleaning Services in Cape Town
How Much Do Cleaning Services Cost in Cape Town?
Cleaning company prices vary depending on the size of the property, the type of cleaning and how long the job takes. For a standard once-off home clean in Cape Town, current market estimates are roughly R475 to R725. Move-in or move-out cleaning can cost around R1,500 to R2,700, depending on the size and condition of the property.
With Tradease, you can see the price and what the service includes before you book, so you know what you are paying for before the cleaner arrives.
How Much Does Deep Cleaning Cost in Cape Town?
Deep cleaning services in Cape Town typically cost more than regular cleaning because they involve more time and more detailed work. Current market estimates put home deep cleaning services for a three-bedroom property at around R1,500 to R2,300, although larger homes, heavily soiled properties and additional cleaning tasks can push the price higher.
How Long Does It Take to Clean a House?
For most home cleaning services, allow roughly 3 to 6 hours for a regular clean, depending on the size of the property, the number of bathrooms, how much cleaning is needed and whether one person or a team is doing the work. A deep clean will usually take longer because more detailed areas are included.
Can I Book a Cleaner for a One-Off Clean?
Yes. You can use Tradease when you need cleaning help once rather than committing to a weekly or monthly arrangement. This works well for people who only need house cleaning services occasionally or want extra help at a particular time.
Do I Need to Be Home While the Cleaner Is There?
You will need to make sure the cleaner can access the property at the booked time, but whether you need to stay for the whole service will depend on the booking and your access arrangements. Use the in-app chat to share any instructions the cleaner needs before arriving.
How Do I Choose Between Cleaning Companies in Cape Town?
When comparing cleaners in Cape Town, check the type of cleaning offered, what the service includes, whether products and equipment are supplied, the price and how providers are vetted. Tradease brings the booking, service details and pricing together so you do not have to contact several cleaning companies yourself.
Is It Better to Use a Cleaning Company or Hire a Cleaner Privately?
Hiring someone privately can work well if you already have a cleaner you know and want an ongoing arrangement. Cleaning companies, platforms and cleaning agencies in Cape Town can be more convenient when you want a provider that has already been vetted, need a once-off clean or do not want to manage the search and booking yourself.
Can I Book Cleaning for an Office or Business?
Yes. Tradease can also be used to find providers offering office cleaning services, commercial cleaning services and corporate cleaning services, depending on availability. These services can cover offices, shops and other workplaces, with the exact scope set by the provider.
What Should I Do Before the Cleaner Arrives?
Make sure the cleaner has a way to access the property, put away valuables or fragile items you do not want handled, and check the service details so you know what is included and whether you need to provide any products or equipment.
What Should I Look for When Choosing a Cleaning Company?
Look at what is included in the service, whether the company supplies its own products and equipment, how cleaners are vetted and what happens if there is a problem.
For commercial or contract cleaning, the National Contract Cleaners Association (NCCA) is a South African industry body focused on professional standards, compliance and ethical business practices in the cleaning industry.