Cleaning in Nova Scotia: Prices, Busiest Months & What People Book (2026 Data)
We have completed 100 cleaning jobs across Nova Scotia since June 2025. This guide uses those records — what people booked, what they paid, and when — to answer the questions we hear most from customers in Halifax, New Glasgow, Sambro and the rest of the province.
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What cleaning costs in Nova Scotia
These are the median totals customers actually paid, before tax, including any add-ons they chose. Half of jobs cost less, half cost more. Your own quote is fixed before we start and depends on size and condition.
| Home size | Move-out · NS | Move-out · Canada | Deep clean · NS | Deep clean · Canada |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $325 (7 jobs) | $285 | $260 (13 jobs) | $266 |
| 1 bedroom | $290 (12 jobs) | $325 | too few jobs | $375 |
| 2 bedrooms | $380 (12 jobs) | $420 | $485 (7 jobs) | $456 |
| 3 bedrooms | $464 (17 jobs) | $559 | too few jobs | $575 |
| 4 bedrooms+ | $637 (5 jobs) | $749 | too few jobs | $814 |
Across all home sizes, the median move-out clean in Nova Scotia was $420 (53 jobs) and the median deep clean $289 (26 jobs). Price list rates start at $185 for a studio.
Other services
| Service | Median · NS | Median · Canada |
|---|---|---|
| House cleaning (hourly) | — | $172 (178) |
| Carpet & upholstery cleaning | $243 (5) | $197 (206) |
| Oven & appliance cleaning | — | $150 (666) |
| Post-renovation cleaning | $1,115 (5) | $545 (253) |
| Pre-sale cleaning | — | $565 (135) |
| Hoarder cleaning | — | $1,415 (78) |
| Pressure washing | — | $200 (41) |
House cleaning is booked by the hour from $49 per cleaner; oven $35 and fridge $45 on the price list. Post-renovation and hoarder cleans are quoted after photos because the condition varies so much.
What people book in Nova Scotia
Move-out cleans are 53% of everything we do in Nova Scotia. Most customers call us at the end of a lease, to get a deposit back, or before handing over keys after a sale. Deep cleans are next at 26%.
When to book
August is our busiest month in Nova Scotia (18 jobs) and April the quietest (3). June to September carries 52% of the year’s work, driven by lease turnovers and summer moves. If your date is flexible, the quieter months are the easiest to book at short notice.
See the monthly numbers
| Month | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7 | 7% |
| February | 4 | 4% |
| March | 5 | 5% |
| April | 3 | 3% |
| May | 6 | 6% |
| June | 11 | 11% |
| July | 14 | 14% |
| August | 18 | 18% |
| September | 9 | 9% |
| October | 6 | 6% |
| November | 9 | 9% |
| December | 8 | 8% |
By day of the week, Saturday is the busiest (20% of jobs) and Sunday the quietest (5%). 30% of Nova Scotia move-outs fall between the 28th and the 1st — five days of the month — so book those dates at least a week ahead.
Where we work in Nova Scotia
Halifax and New Glasgow account for 94% of our Nova Scotia jobs; we have served 8 cities and towns in total. Each linked city has its own page with local prices, recent jobs and nearby areas. See every area on the Nova Scotia locations page.
| City | Jobs | Median move-out |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax | 92 | $418 |
| New Glasgow | 2 | — |
| Sambro | 1 | — |
| Wellington | 1 | — |
| Fergusons Cove | 1 | — |
| Boutiliers Point | 1 | — |
| Upper Sackville | 1 | — |
| East Hants | 1 | — |
What gets added to move-out and deep cleans
Every move-out and deep clean covers the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas. These are the extras Nova Scotia customers added most often, as a share of 79 move-out and deep cleans:
| Add-on | Share of jobs |
|---|---|
| Oven, fridge and other appliances | 76% |
| Walls & ceilings wiped | 34% |
| Carpet steam cleaning | 13% |
| Laundry & utility room | 9% |
| Furniture dusting | 8% |
| Basement | 5% |
Appliances matter most at move-out: the oven and fridge are the first things a landlord or buyer opens. See the full cleaning checklist.
Local tips for Nova Scotia
- Almost all of our Nova Scotia work is in Halifax Regional Municipality, including communities like Sambro, Fergusons Cove and Upper Sackville.
- Older Halifax homes often have plaster walls and original wood trim. Tell us if any surfaces need gentle products and we will plan for it.
- Send photos when you request a quote for anything unusual — heavy grease, pet hair, a full basement — so the price is fixed and the crew brings the right kit.
- Leave the power and water on. Crews need hot water and lights, and ovens and fridges are cleaned switched on and emptied.
What Nova Scotia customers say
13 customers in Nova Scotia scored us 8, 9 or 10 out of 10 in the survey we send after every job. Overall we are rated 4.3/5 from 406 Google & Trustpilot reviews — read them all, including the critical ones, on our reviews page.
“The cleaners did an amazing job! Very thorough, easy to deal with. Exceeded my expectations! Please give them a huge thanks again :)”
“Our cleaners that came did such a phenomenal job. They were friendly, professional, and efficient. My apartment has truly never looked cleaner.”
“Workers arrived on time. Assessed the situation and gave me an expected time. Did a great job. Passed the move out inspection.”
Book a clean in Nova Scotia
- Move-in / move-out cleaning in Nova Scotia
- Deep cleaning in Nova Scotia
- Carpet & upholstery cleaning in Nova Scotia
- Post-renovation cleaning in Nova Scotia
- Oven & appliance cleaning in Nova Scotia
- All Nova Scotia locations
Frequently asked questions
How much is a move-out cleaning in Nova Scotia?
The median move-out clean in Nova Scotia cost $420 across 53 jobs; a 2-bedroom home was typically $380. Prices start at $185 for a studio and are fixed before we start.
When is the busiest time for cleaners in Nova Scotia?
August is our busiest month in Nova Scotia; June to September carries 52% of jobs. Month-end dates fill first.
Which cities in Nova Scotia do you cover?
We have completed jobs in 8 Nova Scotia communities, most often in Halifax, New Glasgow, Sambro, Wellington. See the full list on our Nova Scotia locations page.
What if something is missed?
Tell us within 48 hours and we come back to re-clean the missed areas free of charge, on every booking.
Do I need to provide supplies?
No. Crews bring all products and equipment. Just make sure water and power are on.
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Figures come from AnyClean’s own booking records: 5,658 completed jobs across Canada, 100 of them in Nova Scotia, up to 11 October 2026. Prices are medians of what customers paid, before tax, including add-ons. Survey figures count only customers who scored us 8, 9 or 10 out of 10. We refresh these numbers regularly.