General Cleaning Services in Dubai
A clean home shouldn’t take up your weekend. Maid World’s general cleaning services in Dubai give you a trained cleaner for the everyday jobs: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, the kitchen, the bathrooms and the bedrooms, in apartments, villas and offices across 39 communities.
Book by the hour from AED 35, VAT included, for a one-off visit or a regular weekly slot. We’ve been keeping Dubai homes clean since 2014, and every cleaner is background-checked, bonded and insured.
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General cleaning in Dubai at a glance
| Price | From AED 35 per hour, 5% VAT included |
|---|---|
| Minimum booking | 2 hours per cleaner |
| Cleaning hours | 9 AM to 9 PM, 7 days a week |
| Equipment | Bring your own, vacuum only, or full equipment from us |
| Property types | Apartments, villas, townhouses and offices |
| Areas | 39 Dubai communities, from Arabian Ranches to Mirdif |
| Booking | WhatsApp +971 50 104 3434 or online |
What Is General Cleaning?
General cleaning is routine cleaning of the rooms and surfaces you use every day, done regularly to keep a home or office tidy and hygienic. It covers dusting, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, making beds and taking out rubbish.
It is lighter and quicker than a deep cleaning service, so it suits working professionals, families and offices that want a consistently clean space without blocking out a whole day.
Why Dubai Homes Choose Maid World for General Cleaning
- Cleaning Dubai since 2014. More than a decade of looking after apartments, villas and offices across the city.
- Trained, background-checked cleaners. Every cleaner is vetted and trained before their first visit.
- Bonded and insured. Your home and belongings are protected while we work.
- Simple hourly pricing. Clear rates with 5% VAT already included, and no hidden extras.
- Flexible timing. Morning, afternoon or evening slots, seven days a week.
- A women-managed company. Run by a team that knows what busy households need.
- One company for your whole home. Add ironing and laundry, babysitting or pet care with the same team.
Our General Cleaning Services
Apartment General Cleaning
From studios in International City to family apartments in Sobha Hartland, your cleaner works through every room so the place feels fresh when you get home. Most apartments need 2 to 4 hours.
Villa and Townhouse General Cleaning
Larger homes in Arabian Ranches, DAMAC Hills, Mudon and The Villa get a team of two or more cleaners, so the whole house is done in one visit. See also our villa and apartment cleaning service.
Hourly General Cleaning
Book exactly the hours you need, from 2 hours upwards, and tell your cleaner which rooms matter most. Ideal for a quick reset midweek or before the weekend. Learn more about our hourly maid services.
Weekly and Bi-Weekly Cleaning
Set up a regular slot and stop thinking about cleaning altogether. On recurring bookings we try to send the same cleaner, who learns how you like your home kept.
Office General Cleaning
Desks, floors, pantries and washrooms cleaned before or after working hours, at AED 35 per hour. For larger or daily contracts, see our office cleaning services.
Before Guests and After Parties
Hosting family for Eid or a weekend dinner? Book a general clean the day before, or the morning after, and we’ll handle the dishes, floors and bathrooms.
What’s Included in a General Cleaning Visit
Here is what our cleaners cover on a general cleaning visit. Tell us your priorities and we’ll start there.
| Area | What we clean |
|---|---|
| Living and dining areas | Dust surfaces, shelves and décor; wipe tables, switches and door handles; vacuum sofas and floors; mop hard floors; empty bins |
| Bedrooms | Dust furniture and headboards; make beds or change linen if fresh sheets are left out; tidy surfaces; vacuum and mop |
| Kitchen | Wipe counters, splashbacks and cabinet fronts; clean the hob and the outside of appliances; wash dishes; clean the sink; mop the floor; take out rubbish |
| Bathrooms | Clean and sanitise the toilet, basin, shower and bathtub; wipe mirrors, tiles and fittings; mop the floor |
| Windows and glass | Inside glass, mirrors and reachable windows; spot-clean walls and skirting boards; sweep the balcony |
| On request | Laundry, ironing, folding and light organising, within your booked hours |
Not part of general cleaning: the inside of the oven, fridge and cabinets, full wall washing, sofa and carpet shampooing, outside windows, and post-construction dust. Book these as a deep clean, a kitchen cleaning service or move-in or move-out cleaning.
General Cleaning vs Deep Cleaning
| General cleaning | Deep cleaning | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Keep a home clean week to week | A full reset for a home that needs more than routine care |
| Covers | Visible surfaces, floors, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms | Everything in general cleaning, plus inside appliances and cabinets, grout and behind furniture |
| Typical time | 2 to 4 hours for an apartment | Most of a day, usually with a team |
| How often | Weekly or every two weeks | Every few months, or when moving in or out |
| Pricing | By the hour | Quoted per home |
Not sure which you need? If your home was properly cleaned in the last month, general cleaning is enough. If not, start with a deep clean and switch to regular visits after.
General Cleaning Prices in Dubai
Maid World’s general cleaning services in Dubai cost AED 35 to AED 45 per cleaner per hour, with 5% VAT included and a 2-hour minimum. Your rate depends on the time of day and whether you want us to bring equipment.
| Visit time | Without equipment | Vacuum only | With equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day shift (9 AM to 6 PM) | AED 35 / hour | AED 40 / hour | AED 45 / hour |
| Evening shift (6 PM to 9 PM) | AED 40 / hour | AED 45 / hour | AED 45 / hour |
| Office general cleaning | AED 35 / hour | ||
What a typical general clean costs
Estimates for day visits. You only pay for the hours you book; larger or busier homes may need more time.
| Home | Typical team and time | Without equipment | With equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1 cleaner, 2 hours | AED 70 | AED 90 |
| 1-bedroom apartment | 1 cleaner, 3 hours | AED 105 | AED 135 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 1 cleaner, 4 hours | AED 140 | AED 180 |
| 3-bedroom apartment or townhouse | 2 cleaners, 3 hours | AED 210 | AED 270 |
| 4-bedroom villa | 2 cleaners, 4 hours | AED 280 | AED 360 |
| 5-bedroom villa | 3 cleaners, 4 hours | AED 420 | AED 540 |
See all rates on our pricing page, or WhatsApp us for a quote for your home.
How to Book General Cleaning in Dubai
- Tell us what you need. Send your community, home size, preferred date and time, and whether you need equipment.
- We confirm your cleaner. We reply with your cleaner’s arrival time and the hours booked.
- Your cleaner gets to work. Point out your priority rooms; your cleaner follows our checklist for the rest.
- Enjoy a clean home and rebook. Tell us anything to adjust, and set up a weekly or bi-weekly slot if you like.
Areas We Cover: General Cleaning in 39 Dubai Communities
Our general cleaning services cover 39 communities across Dubai, from the villa communities of Dubailand to Dubai Silicon Oasis, where our office is based.
Dubailand, Arabian Ranches and nearby villa communities
Arabian Ranches, Arabian Ranches 2, Arabian Ranches 3, The Villa, Al Habtoor Polo, The Sustainable City, Dubai Lifestyle City, Al Waha, Mudon, DAMAC Hills, Dubailand Complex, Living Legends, Falcon City, Majan, City of Arabia, Liwan, Madinat Hind 1, Dubai Motor City, Dubai Studio City
Meydan, Nad Al Sheba, Al Barari and Al Jaddaf
Meydan South, Meydan Polo, Nad Al Sheba 1, Nad Al Sheba 2, Nad Al Sheba 3, Nad Al Sheba 4, Sobha Hartland, Al Barari, Al Jaddaf
Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City and Academic City
Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai International City, International City Phase 2, Academic City, Warsan 2
Mirdif, Al Warqa and Nad Al Hamar
Mirdif, Al Warqa 1, Al Warqa 2, Al Warqa 3, Al Warqa 4, Nad Al Hamar
Live just outside these areas? Contact us and we’ll check whether we can reach you.
More Cleaning Services from Maid World
- Home cleaning services in Dubai
- Hourly maid services
- Deep cleaning
- Villa and apartment cleaning
- Move-in and move-out cleaning
- Office cleaning
Frequently Asked Questions about General Cleaning in Dubai
What is a general cleaning service?
General cleaning is routine cleaning of the rooms and surfaces you use every day: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, making beds and taking out rubbish. It keeps a home or office tidy between deep cleans and is usually booked by the hour, weekly or every two weeks.
How much does general cleaning cost in Dubai?
Maid World charges AED 35 per hour without equipment and AED 45 per hour with equipment for day visits from 9 AM to 6 PM, with 5% VAT included. Evening visits from 6 PM to 9 PM cost AED 40 to 45 per hour. The minimum booking is 2 hours.
What is the minimum booking for general cleaning?
The minimum is 2 hours per cleaner. A studio or 1-bedroom apartment usually takes 2 to 3 hours, a 2-bedroom apartment about 4 hours, and villas usually need two or more cleaners.
Do your cleaners bring cleaning supplies and equipment?
Yes, if you book the with-equipment rate of AED 45 per hour. Choose the without-equipment rate of AED 35 per hour if you prefer to use your own products, or vacuum only at AED 40 per hour if you just need us to bring a vacuum cleaner.
What is the difference between general cleaning and deep cleaning?
General cleaning keeps a home clean week to week by covering visible surfaces, floors, the kitchen and bathrooms. Deep cleaning is a longer, top-to-bottom clean that adds the inside of appliances, cabinets, grout and the areas behind furniture, and is usually booked every few months or when moving home.
How often should I book general cleaning?
Weekly or every two weeks suits most homes. Busy households with children or pets often book twice a week. On recurring bookings we try to send the same cleaner each time.
Which areas of Dubai do you cover?
We cover 39 communities, including Arabian Ranches, DAMAC Hills, Mudon, The Sustainable City, Sobha Hartland, Meydan, Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City, Mirdif and Al Warqa. The full list is on this page.
Can I book a cleaner for the same day?
Same-day visits are often possible, depending on availability in your area. WhatsApp us on +971 50 104 3434 to check. Booking a day or more ahead gives you the widest choice of times.
Do I need to be at home during the cleaning?
No. Many clients leave a key with building security or reception, or share a door code. Send your access details when you book and we will confirm when your cleaner arrives.
Are Maid World cleaners vetted and insured?
Yes. Our cleaners are trained, background-checked, fully bonded and insured. Maid World has been cleaning homes in Dubai since 2014.
Do you offer general cleaning for offices?
Yes. Office general cleaning costs AED 35 per hour and covers desks, floors, kitchens, washrooms and bins. Visits can be scheduled before or after working hours.
Book General Cleaning in Dubai Today
Get your evenings and weekends back. Book a trained Maid World cleaner from AED 35 per hour, VAT included, anywhere in our 39 Dubai communities.