The three pricing models
Hourly is easy to start but hard to sell. Flat rate feels safe to customers but risky until you know job times. Most growing companies use a beds-and-baths matrix for instant quotes and reserve hourly for edge cases.
Typical 2026 ranges (US metro)
Treat these as a sanity check. Deep cleans run 1.5x to 2x standard. Move-in/out runs 2x to 2.5x. Recurring discounts: ~10% monthly, ~15% biweekly, ~20% weekly.
- Standard 2 bed / 1 bath: $130 to $180
- Standard 3 bed / 2 bath: $170 to $250
- Standard 4 bed / 3 bath: $230 to $320
Build a matrix you can quote from in seconds
Pull your last 20 jobs, note hours, and price each cell so your worst case still clears margin. Add fixed add-ons for pets, fridge, oven, and first-time cleans. When price comes from a table, discount creep stops.
Why instant quotes win the job
Customers rarely pick the cheapest quote. They pick the first real quote from a company that seems professional. A matrix turns three texted facts into a firm price in seconds.
Put your price book on autopilot
Robinline looks up your matrix, sends the exact quote in about 15 seconds, and books the job. You set the prices; it delivers them at 9pm on a Saturday when you are not on your phone.
