What Does a Commercial Office Cleaning Service Actually Include?

Standard inclusions in most commercial cleaning contracts

• Vacuuming: All carpeted areas, including under desks and in corners
• Hard floor mopping: Tile, vinyl, hardwood — swept and mopped
• Trash removal: All bins emptied and relined with new bags
• Restroom cleaning: Toilets, sinks, mirrors, and floors scrubbed and disinfected; consumables restocked
• Kitchen or breakroom: Counters, sink, and microwave exterior
• Surface dusting: Desks, shelves, window ledges, and common surfaces
• Glass and mirrors: Interior glass and glass partitions
• Lobby and reception: Chairs, tables, and floors cleaned

Common add-ons (usually priced separately)

• Carpet steam cleaning or extraction
• Floor stripping, waxing, and buffing
• Exterior window washing
• High dusting (ceiling fans, vents, top of shelving)
• Post-construction cleanup
• Supply restocking (paper towels, hand soap, toilet paper) as a consumables package

What to ask your provider

When reviewing a quote, ask the provider to walk you through every task they will and won't perform. Request a written scope-of-work document rather than a verbal agreement — that's how every Hugo Commercial Cleaners quote is documented.

Customization is standard

Good commercial cleaning companies tailor their services to your space. If you have a server room that should never be entered or a kitchen with specific equipment, tell your provider. A well-structured contract should reflect your actual needs.

See our Restroom Sanitation Programs page for details on how this fits into our standard service offering.