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Commercial cleaning and office cleaning in Austin

Austin's fast-growing office, tech and healthcare market supports a wide range of commercial cleaners, from local owner-operated crews to national franchise networks. The contractors listed here serve Austin and nearby cities such as Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Kyle and San Marcos, cleaning offices, medical practices, schools, churches, warehouses and restaurants. Every listing has been checked for commercial work, and franchise locations are labeled so you know that a local franchise owner does the cleaning. Each profile shows what the contractor states about insurance, screening, contracts and quality control, which facts come from public records, and what recent Google reviewers mention. Janitorial services are taxable in Texas, and workers' comp is optional for most employers.

Contractors listed
52
State they're insured, of those with website data
41%
Offer a free walkthrough
44%
Median janitor wage
$17.75/hr

Contractors in Austin

Sorted with fully checked profiles first. 7 franchise locations are labeled. Data checked October 2026.

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What commercial cleaning costs in Austin

One Austin contractor publishes unusually detailed pricing guidance, which makes a good benchmark:

  • Median janitor wage in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro: $17.75 an hour (mean $17.82), with 15,470 janitors employed. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025, SOC 37-2011 Janitors and Cleaners.
  • "Offices cleaned five nights a week typically run about $0.12 to $0.25 per square foot per month." Published by BrightWorks Facility Services.
  • Recurring cleaning "starts at $750 a month" (minimum for that contractor). Published by BrightWorks Facility Services.

Texas rules buyers should know

Sales tax

Janitorial and custodial services are taxable real property services in Texas, for offices, warehouses, restaurants and other buildings; contractors collect state and local sales tax on the charge. Source

Workers' compensation

Most private Texas employers may choose not to carry workers' compensation ("non-subscribers"); non-subscribers must notify employees and the state. Ask for proof of coverage or check the state lists. Check coverageState list

Questions buyers ask about commercial cleaning in Austin

How much does commercial cleaning cost in Austin?

One Austin contractor publishes a typical range of $0.12 to $0.25 per square foot per month for offices cleaned five nights a week. Weekly service costs less in total. The median janitor wage in the Austin metro is about $17.75 an hour (BLS, May 2025). Compare quotes against the same written scope and confirm sales tax is included.

Is commercial cleaning taxable in Texas?

Yes. Janitorial and custodial services are taxable real property services in Texas, so contractors should collect state and local sales tax on the charge.

Do Texas cleaning companies have to carry workers' compensation?

Most private Texas employers may choose not to. Ask each contractor for proof of coverage, or check the Texas Department of Insurance coverage lookup and its list of registered non-subscribers.

What does it mean when a listing says franchise?

Franchise listings (for example JAN-PRO, Vanguard, Stratus or Office Pride) are local offices of national brands. The cleaning is usually done by an independently owned local franchise business, supported by the regional office. Ask who will clean your building and who to call if quality slips.

What should I ask before signing a cleaning contract?

Ask for a written scope with tasks per visit, a certificate of insurance and workers' comp status, how staff are screened and supervised, who covers absences, how quality is checked, the response time for complaints, and the contract length, renewal and cancellation terms.