28 September 2026 · 2 min read
How much is a cleaner per hour in Romiley and Stockport?
Cleaners in Romiley and Stockport charge about £17 to £26 an hour. Compare agency, independent and company rates, and see how many hours your home needs.
Quick answer
A regular cleaner in Romiley and Stockport usually costs £17 to £24 an hour, and one-off cleans £25 or more. Propatidy charges £22 an hour for weekly or fortnightly cleaning with a 2-hour minimum, including eco products and equipment, so a typical 3-bed semi costs £66 a visit.
In Romiley and the rest of Stockport, a regular domestic cleaner usually charges £17 to £24 an hour. Where a cleaner sits in that range depends on whether they are an agency, a platform or an independent business, and on what is included.
What are the going rates in October 2026?
These are the published rates we found when we checked local prices in October 2026:
| Type of cleaner | Typical rate | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Booking platforms and agencies | £17 to £20.50 an hour | Minimum hours, fees, who supplies products |
| Larger local cleaning companies | £23 to £24 an hour | Usually include products and kit |
| One-off or occasional cleans | £25 to £30 an hour | Minimum booking, kit charges |
| Propatidy regular cleaning | £22 an hour | 2-hour minimum, products included |
| Propatidy one-off cleaning | £25 an hour | 3-hour minimum |
The cheapest hourly rate is not always the cheapest clean. If you have to buy products, provide a hoover or pay a booking fee on top, the real cost goes up.
How many hours will my home need?
As a rough guide for a regular clean:
| Home | Weekly | Fortnightly | Weekly cost at £22/hr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2-bed flat | 2 hours | 2 to 2.5 hours | £44 |
| 3-bed semi | 3 hours | 3 to 4 hours | £66 |
| 4-bed detached | 4 hours | 4 to 5 hours | £88 |
Romiley has a lot of Victorian terraces with steep stairs and older bathrooms, and 1930s semis with bay windows. Both take a little longer to clean properly than a modern flat of the same size, so we confirm the time after the first visit.
What does a regular clean include?
A regular clean keeps your home under control week to week:
- Kitchen worktops, hob, sink, cupboard fronts and the outside of appliances
- Bathrooms, including limescale on taps, tiles and shower screens
- Dusting, skirting boards, light switches and door handles
- Hoovering and mopping throughout
- Beds made or changed, bins emptied
If your home has not had a proper clean for a while, start with a deep clean. It resets everything so the regular visits keep it that way.
Why do cleaners charge more for one-off cleans?
One-off cleans usually involve more built-up dirt, more travel per hour worked and no guaranteed future visits. That is why most local firms charge a few pounds more an hour, set a higher minimum, or both.
How do I choose a cleaner I can trust?
Ask four simple questions:
- Are you DBS-checked? Everyone who cleans for Propatidy is.
- Are you insured? We hold £1m public liability insurance.
- What happens if I'm not happy? We re-clean free if you tell us within 48 hours.
- Is there a contract? Ours is rolling: pause or cancel with a week's notice.
New regular customers get £20 off their first clean. See regular cleaning, all prices and offers, or ask for a quote.
Questions people also ask
How many hours a week should a cleaner do for a 3-bed house?
Most 3-bed semis need about 3 hours a week, or 3 to 4 hours a fortnight. Homes with pets, young children or several bathrooms may need a little longer.
Do I need to provide cleaning products?
Not with us: we bring eco-friendly products and all equipment. Some agencies expect you to supply products and a hoover, so check before comparing hourly rates.
Is weekly or fortnightly cleaning better?
Weekly keeps on top of kitchens, bathrooms and floors in busy homes. Fortnightly suits smaller or quieter homes, but each visit may need an extra hour.