How much does window cleaning cost in Australia?
Window cleaning in Australia typically costs around $140 per visit for a standard job, with prices running from about $85 for the smallest jobs up to $310 for the largest. Size and condition drive the price more than anything else, and every add-on is itemised on the quote before you book.
Get your exact priceWindow cleaning prices by job size
| Job | What it covers | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Small home | Apartment or unit | $85 |
| Medium home | 3 bed house | $140 |
| Large home | 4+ bed house | $215 |
| Extra large | Big home or double storey | $310 |
Three worked window cleaning examples
Real-world jobs and what they usually come to, per visit.
Smallest job
Small home
Apartment or unit
$85
per visit
Most common
Large home
4+ bed house
$215
per visit
Largest job
Extra large
Big home or double storey
$310
per visit
Window cleaning prices by state
Averages across 1004 Australian suburbs covered by HomeEasy.
| State | From | Typical | Larger jobs | Suburbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | $85 | $140 | $310 | 294 |
| Victoria | $85 | $140 | $310 | 235 |
| Queensland | $85 | $140 | $310 | 199 |
| Western Australia | $85 | $140 | $310 | 110 |
| South Australia | $85 | $140 | $310 | 80 |
| Tasmania | $85 | $140 | $310 | 38 |
| Australian Capital Territory | $85 | $140 | $310 | 29 |
| Northern Territory | $85 | $140 | $310 | 19 |
What changes the price
Number of panes
Every pane, screen and track is counted in the quote.
Inside or outside
Booking both is cheaper than two separate visits.
Height and access
Second-storey glass and skylights need ladders or poles.
Condition
Heavy build-up or paint splatter needs extra work.
How to compare window cleaning quotes
The cheapest number on the page is rarely the cheapest job. Check each quote against the same list before you decide.
- ✓Is the base job priced for your actual property size, or an assumed "standard" one?
- ✓Are extras itemised, or bundled into a vague "from" price that can move on the day?
- ✓Does the quote say what happens if the job turns out bigger than described?
- ✓Is travel, call-out or fuel charged separately?
- ✓Is a deposit required, or do you pay after the work is finished?
- ✓Can you reschedule or cancel without a fee?
Every HomeEasy quote answers all six: the price is itemised upfront, there is no deposit, and you pay after the job.
Common questions
How much does window cleaning cost in Australia?
Window cleaning in Australia typically costs about $140 for a standard job, with prices running from around $85 for small home up to about $310 for extra large. Every add-on is itemised on the quote, so the total you see is the total you pay.
What is a fair price for window cleaning?
A fair one-off price sits in the $85–$310 band depending on the size and condition of the job. Anything well below that band usually excludes add-ons that get charged later, which is why HomeEasy shows every line item before you book.
Is it cheaper to clean windows inside and out together?
Yes. Doing both in one visit costs less than two separate visits because the pro only travels and sets up once. Inside-only jobs are usually the cheapest option, and second-storey glass adds the most because it needs poles or a ladder set-up.
How often should windows be cleaned?
Twice a year suits most Australian homes. Coastal properties collect salt film faster and are usually done every three to four months, while homes near main roads or gum trees often add a visit after spring.
How do you clean window screens?
Remove the screens, lay them flat on a tarp or grass, and hose off loose dust. Then scrub both sides with a soft brush and a mild dish-soap solution, rinse from the top down, and stand them up to dry before refitting. Heavily marked flyscreens come up best with a 50/50 vinegar-and-water spray left for a few minutes before brushing. Booking screens as part of a professional clean is usually cheaper than a separate visit.
How do you clean window tracks?
Vacuum loose dirt out of the track first, then scrub with an old toothbrush and a mix of warm water and dish soap. Stubborn grime lifts with a paste of baking soda and vinegar left for five minutes before scrubbing. Wipe the channel dry with a microfibre cloth wrapped around a butter knife so water doesn't pool and corrode the frame. Tracks are charged as an extra on most professional quotes because of the hand time involved.
How do you clean windows streak-free?
Use a squeegee rather than a cloth — a rubber-blade squeegee pulled top-to-bottom in overlapping strokes leaves no lint or film. Add a few drops of dish soap to warm water (skip vinegar on tinted glass), wipe the blade dry between each pass, and finish with a dry microfibre along the edges. Cleaning on an overcast day avoids the solution drying too fast, which is the main cause of streaks.
Does window cleaning cost more in some states?
Only slightly. Prices track local labour costs and property size more than state borders — inner-city suburbs with compact homes sit at the bottom of the range and outer-metro or larger properties sit at the top. The state table on this page shows the spread.
When do I pay for window cleaning booked through HomeEasy?
After the job is done. You see the itemised quote and the pro's available times upfront, book the slot that suits, and pay once the work is completed. There are no deposits and you can reschedule or cancel free from your account.