Getting a commercial cleaning quote is easy. Getting a good one takes a bit of preparation. The businesses that consistently pay fair prices for excellent service share a few common habits — and they all happen before the cleaning company ever walks through the door.
Know Your Square Footage
This sounds obvious, but many businesses give rough estimates. Cleaners price by the foot — the more accurate your number, the more accurate the quote. Walk the space, measure common areas, and know which spaces are included vs. excluded (storage rooms, server rooms, etc.).
Define Your Scope Before the Walkthrough
Before inviting providers in for a quote, write down exactly what you need: which rooms, which tasks, how often, and what the non-negotiables are. This prevents providers from quoting a stripped-down service and prevents you from accepting something that won't actually keep your space clean. Our scope of work template is a useful starting point.
Get Multiple Quotes
One quote gives you a number. Several quotes give you a market. The spread between the lowest and highest bids for identical work can be substantial. Middle-range quotes are usually the sweet spot — the cheapest bids often involve underqualified staff or hidden fees, while the most expensive aren't necessarily better.
Ask What's NOT Included
Always ask providers to tell you what falls outside their standard quote. This surfaces hidden costs before you sign anything, not after.
Request References from Similar Businesses
A cleaning company that excels at office buildings may not be the right fit for a light-industrial facility. Ask for references from businesses of similar size and type to yours in the South Metro.
Negotiate Strategically
- Offer a longer contract in exchange for a locked-in rate
- Ask if paying quarterly reduces the monthly cost
- Bundle services (restroom supplies, floor care) for a package rate
- Compare quotes within the same window — quotes are usually valid for a limited time
Request a written quote from Savage Commercial Cleaning Services at (866) 958-8773 or through the form on this site.