Church Cleaning in Des Moines, IA
Typical cost in Des Moines: $1,400 to $1,650 a month for a 15,000 sq ft church.
Tell us about your church. We'll send your request to one local commercial cleaning company that serves Des Moines, Iowa. They'll set up a walkthrough and send you a written proposal.
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What church cleaning costs in Des Moines
| Building | Estimated monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Small church6,000 sq ft · 1 visit a week | $300 to $400 |
| Mid-size church15,000 sq ft · 2 visits a week | $1,400 to $1,650 |
| Large church campus30,000 sq ft · 3 visits a week | $3,900 to $4,650 |
For the same mid-size building, Des Moines is about 3% below the U.S. median and close to the Iowa median. Labor is most of the cost, so the local janitor wage drives the difference.
Estimated with standard janitorial production rates and the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA median janitor wage of $16.83 an hour (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025). Includes labor, supplies, supervision, overhead and a typical contractor margin. The low end is a standard scope and the high end a detailed one. Your building's proposal will depend on its layout, restrooms and floors. How we estimate prices.
Local market in Des Moines
- 135 religious congregations in Des Moines-area ZIP codes
- 136 janitorial service companies based in Polk County
- 213,096 residents, about the same as in 2020
- $16.83 an hour: the median janitor wage in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 ZIP Code and County Business Patterns and 2024 population estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025.
What's included
Most churches need cleaning once or twice a week, timed around weekend services, midweek events, weddings and funerals. The sanctuary, restrooms, nursery and fellowship hall take most of the time.
Every visit
- Clean the sanctuary: pews or seating, hymnal racks, altar area, vacuuming
- Clean and disinfect restrooms and restock supplies
- Clean the fellowship hall and kitchen after events
- Clean and disinfect nursery and children's classrooms
- Empty trash throughout the building
- Clean entrance glass and doors
Weekly, monthly or a few times a year
- High dusting of light fixtures, ledges and vents
- Window washing
- Carpet extraction in the sanctuary and hallways
- Hard-floor refinishing in the fellowship hall
- Pew and upholstery cleaning
Areas served around Des Moines
Des Moines is in Polk County, part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area.
ZIP codes: 50309, 50310, 50311, 50312, 50314, 50315, 50316, 50317, 50319, 50320, 50321
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Frequently asked questions
How much does church cleaning cost in Des Moines, IA?
For a 15,000 square foot church cleaned 2 times a week, expect about $1,400 to $1,650 a month in Des Moines. A smaller church starts around $300 a month. Visits per week drive most of the price. Weddings, funerals and big events are usually quoted per visit on top of the regular schedule.
How do I get a cleaning quote in Des Moines?
Send the short form on this page. We pass your request to one local commercial cleaning company that serves Des Moines. They contact you to set up a walkthrough and then send a written proposal. It's free and there's no obligation.
Can cleaning be scheduled around services and events?
Yes. Most churches are cleaned on Monday or midweek, after the weekend, with a quick touch-up before Sunday. Give the company your calendar so events are priced up front.
How much does an extra event cleanup cost?
Most companies quote event cleanups per visit, based on the rooms used. Ask for that rate in the proposal so you're not surprised later.
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