Cleaning service cost in Malaysia (2026): part-time and move-in cleans
Cleaning service cost in Malaysia for 2026: typical part-time cleaner rates, move-in cleaning prices by home size, and how to compare quotes fairly.
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Your cleaning service cost in Malaysia depends on the type of clean, the size of your home and whether supplies are included. Here's what people pay in 2026, and how to get quotes you can compare.
Regular and part-time cleaning
For weekly or fortnightly help, most services charge per visit or per hour:
- Recommend.my advertises home cleaning from about RM80 per session for a weekly visit, with supplies often around RM30 extra.
- Hourly rates vary widely by provider and area, so ask how long the visit will take and compare the total per visit.
- Recurring bookings are usually cheaper per visit than one-off cleans.
Move-in and post-renovation cleaning
One-off cleans are priced per job, usually by floor area. One provider's published 2026 prices:
| Home size | Published price |
|---|---|
| 500 to 999 sq ft | RM250 to RM350 |
| 1,000 to 1,499 sq ft | RM350 to RM450 |
| Above 1,500 sq ft | from RM450 |
Post-renovation cleans cost more, because fine dust settles everywhere and takes longer to remove. Treat these as examples, not quotes.
What affects the price
- Home size and condition: heavy dust or a long-empty home takes longer.
- Extras: inside cabinets, fridges, ovens, windows and balconies.
- Supplies and equipment: included, or extra?
- Crew size and time: two cleaners for four hours costs more than one for two.
How to compare cleaning quotes
- Give everyone the same scope: rooms, extras and the date.
- Ask per job or per hour, and how long they expect it to take.
- Check who brings supplies.
- Ask about a re-clean if something's missed.
Cleaners in Malaysia are covered by the national minimum wage (RM1,700 a month, or RM8.72 an hour, under the Minimum Wages Order 2024), which is one reason very cheap quotes deserve a second look.
Get up to 3 cleaning quotes
Describe the job once and up to 3 vetted cleaners who cover your area contact you. Start on our cleaning page, or with cleaning in Petaling Jaya or Mont Kiara.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a part-time cleaner in Malaysia?
Prices vary by provider. Recommend.my advertises home cleaning sessions from about RM80 for a weekly visit, with supplies often around RM30 extra. Compare the total for a visit, not just an hourly rate.
How much does move-in cleaning cost?
One provider's published 2026 prices are RM250 to RM350 for homes of 500 to 999 sq ft, RM350 to RM450 for 1,000 to 1,499 sq ft, and from RM450 above that. Heavy dust, cabinet interiors and high windows cost more.
Is there a minimum wage for cleaners?
Yes. Under the Minimum Wages Order 2024, the minimum wage in Malaysia is RM1,700 a month, or RM8.72 an hour for workers paid by the hour. It applies to all employers from 1 August 2025.
Do I need to provide cleaning supplies?
Often, for regular part-time cleaning. Move-in and post-renovation crews usually bring their own equipment. Check what's included before you book.
Sources
- Recommend.my: price of part-time home cleaning in the Klang Valley
- Mudah.my: move-in cleaning price listing
- Payscale: cleaner pay in Malaysia
- Ministry of Human Resources: Minimum Wages Order 2024 (P.U. (A) 376)
Facts checked against these sources on 20 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so confirm with the source or provider before you rely on them.