How much should trash can cleaning cost?
Answer a few questions to see a fair price range and what most people pay. Use it to check a quote before you book.
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See the bin cleaner price toolWhat affects the price of trash can cleaning
- Number of bins. Most companies charge for the first bin and less for each extra one.
- Plan. Monthly plans cost less per visit because the cleaner is already on your street.
- First clean. Bins that have never been cleaned take longer and may cost more the first time.
- Route density. Neighborhoods with many customers on cleaning day get the best prices.
The low end of the range is a newer bin cleaner at about $30 an hour. The high end is an experienced pro at about $60 an hour who travels to you. Many bin cleaners have a minimum charge of around $25. Prices are higher in big cities.
Common questions
When do bins get cleaned?
Usually on your trash day, right after the truck empties them. You leave them at the curb.
Is it worth it?
It stops smells, maggots and pests, especially in summer. Many people find a quarterly plan is enough.
How much should I charge for trash can cleaning?
Enter what your time is worth and your costs. You get a price list you can paste into a flyer, Facebook post or booking page.
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Email us to get listed: hello@ruffquote.comHow the prices are worked out
Each price is your hourly rate times the typical time for that job, plus supplies and driving, plus your overhead and profit, rounded up to the nearest $5. Small jobs use a $25 minimum. If you work faster or slower than the times shown, adjust your hourly rate.
Before you post prices, check two or three local bin cleaners on Google or Facebook. If you're well below them, you can probably charge more.