Single storey window cleaning is the most straightforward job in the industry — no ladder complexity, no water-fed pole required for access — but prices still vary significantly between operators. Here's exactly what you should pay, and why.
This page covers single-storey costs specifically. For the full picture — double storey, fly screens, Full Detail and add-on pricing — see the complete Melbourne window cleaning cost guide.
Single storey window cleaning prices in Melbourne
All prices below are for a professional, fully insured service in Melbourne's Bayside, Glen Eira and Stonnington suburbs. Fixed price — not an estimate.
| Property | Scope | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bed single storey | Exterior only | $139–$180 |
| 3-bed single storey | Interior & exterior | $250–$320 |
| 4-bed single storey | Exterior only | $180–$230 |
| 4-bed single storey | Interior & exterior | $320–$400 |
| 5-bed single storey | Interior & exterior | $400–$500 |
| Fly screens | Per screen (flat rate) | $5/screen |
| Full Detail Clean upgrade | On top of base price | +50% |
What drives the price within that range?
Two single storey homes of the same bedroom count can have very different window counts — a 1970s brick veneer has far fewer panes than a modern open-plan home with floor-to-ceiling glass. The main factors:
Window count
The number of panes is the primary driver. A 3-bedroom home might have 12 windows or 30 — the price reflects the actual work involved.
Exterior only vs interior and exterior
Interior cleaning adds time and skill — moving around furniture, protecting floors, cleaning each pane from the inside. Expect to pay around 50% more than exterior-only.
Condition of the glass
Standard cleans cover normal grime. If there's paint spotting, construction residue or heavy hard water build-up, a Full Detail Clean (razor blade and steel wool) is needed at a 50% premium.
Add-ons
Fly screens, tracks and sills, and pool fencing are each priced as flat-rate add-ons. They're not included in the base window price.
Add-ons for single storey homes
Most customers add at least one of these to their window clean:
- Fly screens — $5 per screen, removed, washed, rinsed and re-fitted. A 3-bed home with 8 screens adds $40. See fly screen cleaning costs.
- Tracks and sills — window tracks and sills cleaned out. Popular add-on for a complete result.
- Full Detail Clean — +50% on base rate. Razor blade and steel wool treatment for paint spots, hard water spotting or heavy build-up.
- Glass pool fencing — $10 per exterior pane. A standard 10-pane pool fence adds $100.
Exterior only vs interior and exterior — which should you book?
For single storey homes, interior access is straightforward — no ladder required. The question is whether your interior glass needs attention.
Exterior-only makes sense when:
- You want to refresh kerb appeal between annual full cleans
- You're preparing your home for a quick inspection or sale photography
- Budget is a consideration and interior glass was done recently
- You won't be home during the clean
Book interior and exterior when:
- Your windows haven't been done inside in over a year
- There's visible haze, condensation residue or cooking grease on interior glass
- You want that “newly cleaned home” feel — interior clarity makes a real difference
- You're moving in, moving out, or hosting something important
How long does single storey window cleaning take?
As a guide: exterior-only on a standard single storey home takes 1 to 2 hours. A full interior and exterior clean runs 2 to 3 hours. Fly screens add approximately 20–30 minutes. A Full Detail Clean adds time per window treated — typically 30–60 minutes additional on top.
You'll receive a time estimate when you book so you can plan your day.
Do I need to be home?
For exterior-only cleans, no — as long as we can access the perimeter of the property. For interior cleaning, yes. You or someone you trust needs to be home for the interior portion. We work room by room and are typically done within the quoted window.