The cleaning services price per hour in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman applies to regular visits, while deep cleans are usually priced per visit. On our cleaning price calculator, regular cleaning is typically AED 30 to 45 per hour in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 35 to 50 per hour in Dubai, so Dubai sits about 13% higher at the midpoint. This guide compares the hourly rates by emirate, shows how many hours a visit usually takes, explains what pushes a quote up or down, and helps you judge an hourly price before you book.
In practice, the hourly rate is only half the picture. What you actually pay depends on how many hours your home needs, whether the team brings materials, and whether the job is really a regular visit or a deep clean. A 1 bedroom flat usually needs about 3 hours, which works out at around AED 90 to 135 per visit in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 105 to 150 in Dubai at typical hourly rates.
Cleaning services price per hour in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman
Hourly rates differ between emirates mainly because of travel time and local market rates. Sharjah and Ajman sit closest to our base in Ajman, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi run slightly higher. These are the typical ranges on our cleaning price calculator.
| Emirate | Regular cleaning, typical price per hour | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sharjah | AED 30 to 45 | Closest to our base; most flexible slots |
| Ajman | AED 30 to 45 | Same rate card as Sharjah |
| Dubai | AED 35 to 50 | Travel time adds to the rate |
| Abu Dhabi | AED 35 to 50 | Same rate card as Dubai |
| Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah | AED 35 to 45 | Scheduled visits planned around a full day |
For local detail, see our pages on cleaning services in Dubai, cleaning services in Sharjah and cleaning services in Ajman.
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How many hours does a cleaning visit take?
The calculator gives typical hours for a regular visit by home size. Multiply them by the hourly rate to see what a visit usually costs. Homes that are cleaned every week sit at the lower end; a first visit after a long gap takes longer.
| Home size | Typical hours per visit | Sharjah and Ajman, per visit | Dubai, per visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 to 3 | AED 60 to 135 | AED 70 to 150 |
| 1 bedroom | 3 | AED 90 to 135 | AED 105 to 150 |
| 2 to 3 bedrooms | 3 to 4 | AED 90 to 180 | AED 105 to 200 |
| Townhouse | 4 to 5 | AED 120 to 225 | AED 140 to 250 |
| Villa | 4 to 6 | AED 120 to 270 | AED 140 to 300 |
Per visit figures are worked out from the calculator’s typical hours and hourly rates, for planning only. Your exact price is fixed before booking. To plan how often a cleaner should come, see our regular cleaning service guide.
What changes the hourly price
Two quotes for the same flat can differ for good reasons. These are the factors that move the price most.
- Emirate and travel time: visits further from Sharjah cost more per hour, as the table shows.
- Number of hours: a short visit costs less in total, but a minimum booking per visit usually applies.
- Cleaning materials and equipment: you can choose whether the team brings them or uses yours, and any charge is shown in your quote.
- Condition of the home: the first visit after months without cleaning takes longer than a weekly visit.
- Extras: ironing, changing bed linen or cleaning inside the fridge can be requested at an extra cost, confirmed at booking.
- VAT: the UAE’s standard VAT rate is 5%, as shown on the Federal Tax Authority’s VAT page, so ask whether a quote includes it when you compare prices.
If you prefer your own products, the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Safer Choice programme lists cleaning products that meet its safety criteria, which helps when you have children or pets at home.
Why deep cleans are not priced per hour
A deep clean is quoted per visit, by home size, rather than per hour. The work depends on how much grease, limescale and dust has built up, so a fixed price protects you from a job that runs long. On the calculator, a deep clean of a 1 bedroom flat is typically AED 400 to 550 in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 450 to 650 in Dubai.
Our guide to how long a deep clean takes gives the hours by home size, and the deep cleaning cost in Dubai guide breaks down Dubai prices. If you are not sure which service you need, start with regular cleaning for upkeep or deep home cleaning for a reset.
How to judge an hourly quote
A very low hourly rate can look attractive, but compare what is behind it before you book.
- Ask how many hours the team expects your home to take, not only the rate.
- Ask what each visit covers. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance on cleaning and disinfecting advises cleaning high touch surfaces regularly, so check that worktops, handles and switches are on the list.
- Check whether materials, equipment and travel are included.
- Ask whether the price is fixed before the visit, or worked out afterwards.
- Ask how cleaners are vetted. Every cleaner on ImpressiFix is interviewed and reference checked before the first job.
Our guides to booking a home cleaner for the first time and whether it is worth hiring a cleaner in the UAE cover the other questions to ask.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a cleaner for 1 hour?
On our calculator, one hour of regular cleaning typically costs AED 30 to 45 in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 35 to 50 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Most homes book more than one hour, so the final price depends on the hours your home needs, materials and any extras. Your exact price is fixed before booking.
How much do cleaners charge per hour for a deep clean?
Deep cleans are usually quoted per visit rather than per hour, because the time depends on the home’s condition. A 1 bedroom deep clean is typically AED 400 to 550 in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 450 to 650 in Dubai. Check your home size on our cleaning price calculator for a typical figure.
How much do cleaners charge in Dubai?
In Dubai, regular cleaning typically costs AED 35 to 50 per hour on our calculator, slightly above the AED 30 to 45 typical in Sharjah and Ajman, mainly because of travel time and local market rates. Deep cleans are priced per visit, for example AED 450 to 650 for a 1 bedroom. Our Dubai cleaning services page covers areas and availability.
How much is a cleaner for 2 hours?
Two hours of regular cleaning typically costs AED 60 to 90 in Sharjah and Ajman and AED 70 to 100 in Dubai at our calculator rates. Two to three hours suits a studio, while a 2 to 3 bedroom apartment typically needs 3 to 4 hours per visit. To plan visits around your week, see our home cleaning schedule for busy families.
Do cleaners bring their own cleaning materials?
You can choose whether the team brings cleaning materials and equipment or uses what you have at home. Any charge for materials is shown in your quote before you book. Deep cleans include equipment.
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