NYC apartments get dirty faster. We clean them smarter.
A New York apartment works hard. Street soot settles on windowsills, radiators collect dust all winter, compact kitchens trap grease, and every room is usually doing double duty. Help Maid gives busy residents their weekends back with apartment cleaning designed around how New Yorkers actually live.
We handle building access, doorman handoffs, lockboxes, smart locks, freight elevator windows, and Certificates of Insurance when required. Our guide to cleaning doorman buildings
explains how we make building access straightforward.
Whether you need a reset after a demanding month, a regular recurring cleaning plan, or a detailed deep cleaning, our team arrives with supplies, equipment, and a consistent checklist.
NYC-ready service Doorman buildings, walk-ups and compact spaces
Customer reviews
Five-star cleanings, citywide.
Stories from clients across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Read all reviews >
MT★★★★★
"My in-laws were arriving in a few hours and my apartment was a disaster zone. The team made it look like a magazine in record time. Meticulous, efficient, and completely stress-free."
Michael Thompson Apartment cleaning · Upper West Side
SJ★★★★★
"Moving out of our Williamsburg loft was chaotic. They scrubbed every corner and got the stove looking brand new. We got our full security deposit back without any issues."
Sarah Jenkins Move-out cleaning · Williamsburg
DM★★★★★
"We were hosting Thanksgiving and our apartment was a cluttered mess. They dusted and sanitized every surface so we could focus on cooking and welcoming family."
More than a surface clean Detail-focused service for lived-in NYC homes
Choose your clean
One apartment. Every cleaning need.
A standard cleaning
is ideal for an apartment that needs a reliable reset. It keeps kitchens, bathrooms, floors, and surfaces in shape without taking over your day.
For first-time service, post-renovation dust, built-up grime, or neglected appliances, choose deep cleaning. Moving? Our move-out cleaning service
is built around the details landlords and management companies inspect.
Need ongoing help? Weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly recurring apartment cleaning
keeps your place clean with less effort and discounted visits.
Nine more client experiences from Help Maid apartment cleanings.
★★★★★
"As a new mom just back from the hospital, I needed a nesting clean. The nursery and our whole apartment were pristine, safe, and ready for our newborn."
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Jessica Rivera
Park Slope · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"My girlfriend moved in and our combined stuff was overwhelming. They organized and deep cleaned the entire place. It finally feels like our home together."
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Robert Chen
Murray Hill · Manhattan
★★★★★
"I came back from a three-week work trip to a stuffy, dusty apartment. They washed linens, dusted every shelf, and made coming home feel restorative."
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Emma Davis
Forest Hills · Queens
★★★★★
"As a new mom just back from the hospital, I needed a nesting clean. The nursery and our whole apartment were pristine, safe, and ready for our newborn."
JR
Jessica Rivera
Park Slope · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"My girlfriend moved in and our combined stuff was overwhelming. They organized and deep cleaned the entire place. It finally feels like our home together."
RC
Robert Chen
Murray Hill · Manhattan
★★★★★
"I came back from a three-week work trip to a stuffy, dusty apartment. They washed linens, dusted every shelf, and made coming home feel restorative."
ED
Emma Davis
Forest Hills · Queens
★★★★★
"After months of a demanding job, my apartment needed a reset. Their deep clean gave me a calm, clean space and made a real difference to my focus."
JO
James O'Brien
SoHo · Manhattan
★★★★★
"The aftermath of my son's birthday party was terrifying. They cleared debris, mopped sticky floors, and scrubbed the kitchen. The apartment was livable again."
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Maria Sanchez
Cobble Hill · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"After surgery, I needed a clean place to recover. The team was compassionate and thorough, especially in the bathroom and bedroom. A true comfort."
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Thomas Wright
Upper East Side · Manhattan
★★★★★
"After months of a demanding job, my apartment needed a reset. Their deep clean gave me a calm, clean space and made a real difference to my focus."
JO
James O'Brien
SoHo · Manhattan
★★★★★
"The aftermath of my son's birthday party was terrifying. They cleared debris, mopped sticky floors, and scrubbed the kitchen. The apartment was livable again."
MS
Maria Sanchez
Cobble Hill · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"After surgery, I needed a clean place to recover. The team was compassionate and thorough, especially in the bathroom and bedroom. A true comfort."
TW
Thomas Wright
Upper East Side · Manhattan
★★★★★
"A leak under the sink left a post-renovation mess. They removed every speck of dust and sanitized the affected areas. It looked beautiful again."
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Amanda Foster
Long Island City · Queens
★★★★★
"My elderly parents needed help with the heavy cleaning. The team was respectful, detailed, and gave their home a safe, comfortable reset."
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Daniel Hughes
Greenwich Village · Manhattan
★★★★★
"Spring allergies hit our family hard. They focused on dust and dander, and the air in our home felt noticeably cleaner afterward."
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Laura Bennett
Greenpoint · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"A leak under the sink left a post-renovation mess. They removed every speck of dust and sanitized the affected areas. It looked beautiful again."
AF
Amanda Foster
Long Island City · Queens
★★★★★
"My elderly parents needed help with the heavy cleaning. The team was respectful, detailed, and gave their home a safe, comfortable reset."
DH
Daniel Hughes
Greenwich Village · Manhattan
★★★★★
"Spring allergies hit our family hard. They focused on dust and dander, and the air in our home felt noticeably cleaner afterward."
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How much does apartment cleaning cost in NYC?
Standard cleaning starts at $150. Your exact flat-rate quote depends on apartment size, service type, and selected add-ons. See our apartment cleaning cost guide
or get a live price through online booking.
What does a standard apartment clean include?
Kitchens, bathrooms, dusting, floors, trash removal, and general tidying are included. Inside the oven, fridge, cabinets, baseboards, and interior windows are included with a deep clean
or selected add-ons.
A studio or one-bedroom standard clean typically takes about 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Larger homes and deep cleans take longer. See how long apartment cleaning takes
for more detail.
Do you bring supplies and a vacuum?
Yes. Our team brings supplies and equipment. You can request preferred products for allergies, pets, delicate materials, or specific floor finishes. See the supplies professional cleaners use.
Can I have the same cleaner every visit?
For recurring cleaning, we work to assign the same cleaner or team whenever scheduling allows. This helps your cleaner learn your preferences, access routine, and apartment layout.
Recent reviews
Don't take our word for it.
Three final stories from clients who needed their apartments back in order.
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We hosted a bridal shower at our home, and preparing the space was causing major anxiety. They arrived early, cleaned every room beautifully, and let us enjoy the day instead of worrying about the apartment.
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Christopher Lee
Apartment cleaning · Bayside, Queens
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I was setting up a nursery and needed the spare room cleared of dust and clutter. They made it spotless from top to bottom. It became the perfect blank canvas for our baby's room.
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Olivia Harris
Apartment cleaning · Battery Park City
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The flu tore through our household, and once we felt better, we needed a real reset. They disinfected high-touch surfaces, handles, and doorknobs and gave us a clean, healthy start back to normal.
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Kevin Rodriguez
Sanitizing clean · DUMBO, Brooklyn
