Why pricing is the hardest part of hiring a mama fua
Ask three Kenyan households what they pay a cleaner per visit and you will get three different numbers. Ask the same question of three cleaners and you will get three more. That is the structural problem with cleaning services in Kenya: most of the market is informal, prices are set by negotiation, and no published rate exists to anchor against.
The result is a market where nobody knows what a fair price is. Households overpay because they do not have a reference point. Cleaners undercharge because they do not know what the market will bear. And the negotiation that fills the gap is awkward for both sides.
Mama Fua Digital fixes the problem by publishing a fixed price for every service. The numbers below are the actual rates you will be quoted — across every city, on every service. No negotiation, no surprises, no hidden fees. Once a price is set, both sides can focus on the work.
For the household: you can budget, compare, and stop wondering whether you overpaid. For the cleaner: they know what they will earn before they show up, and they do not spend half a visit negotiating the rate instead of doing the work.
The 2026 price table — every service, one page
Ten services, sorted by what most readers come looking for. Every price is a fixed rate as of March 2026 and includes supplies, equipment, and — where relevant — the use of eco-friendly products.
| Service | Best for | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| Home CleaningStandard cleaning of all rooms | Weekly or bi-weekly maintenance | KES 1,500 |
| Laundry & Dry CleaningWash, press, fold, delivery | Busy professionals, families | KES 800 |
| HousekeepingDaily support, live-in or live-out | Full-day home support | KES 1,200 / day |
| Curtain & Blinds CleaningSteam and dry cleaning | Fabric care, special events | KES 1,800 |
| Carpet & Sofa CleaningSteam cleaning, deodorising | Allergies, pet owners | KES 2,000 |
| Deep CleaningBehind furniture, inside appliances | Spring clean, pre-event | KES 2,500 |
| Move-In / Move-Out CleaningFull property handover clean | Tenants, landlords | KES 3,000 |
| Fumigation & Pest ControlInspection, treatment, follow-up | Homes, businesses, prevention | KES 3,500 |
| Post-Construction CleaningDebris, dust, paint removal | New builds, renovations | Custom quote |
| Corporate / Commercial CleaningOffices, hotels, factories | Businesses, recurring contracts | Custom quote |
Home cleaning — KES 1,500
Home cleaning is the most-booked service on the platform, and the one most households start with. It is a standard cleaning of every room — dusting, sweeping, mopping, surfaces, bathrooms, and kitchen — using safe, eco-friendly products. Most visits take two to four hours depending on the size of the home.
Home Cleaning
- All rooms — living, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen
- Dusting, sweeping, mopping, surface wipe-down
- Bathroom and toilet cleaning
- Kitchen surfaces and appliances wiped
- Eco-friendly products included
Deep cleaning — KES 2,500
Deep cleaning goes where regular cleaning does not. Behind and under furniture, inside appliances, window tracks and blinds, bathroom descaling, ceiling fans and light fixtures. It takes longer and costs more, and it is the service most households book once or twice a year rather than every month.
Deep Cleaning
- Everything in home cleaning
- Behind and under furniture
- Inside appliances — oven, fridge, microwave
- Window tracks, blinds, and sills
- Bathroom descaling and tile cleaning
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans
Move-in / move-out cleaning — KES 3,000
This is the service tenants book to get their deposit back, and the service landlords book to prepare a unit for the next tenant. It is a deep clean plus cabinets, drawers, walls, baseboards, windows, and full debris removal — ending with a final inspection to confirm the property is genuinely spotless.
For the full picture on what landlords actually look for during the handover inspection, see the move-out cleaning guide.
Laundry and dry cleaning — KES 800
Laundry is a per-load service that includes washing, drying, pressing, folding, and — if you choose — pickup and delivery. The base rate of KES 800 covers a standard load; dry cleaning for suits, dresses, and delicate fabrics is quoted per item. Turnaround is typically 24 to 48 hours.
Laundry economics vary by neighbourhood and volume — see the Nairobi laundry cost guide for the per-kilo and per-item breakdown.
Fumigation and pest control — KES 3,500
Fumigation starts at KES 3,500 and includes a property inspection, identification of the pest problem, safe pesticide application (gentle on kids and pets), and a follow-up visit where needed. It is the service most households delay booking, and the one most households wish they had booked sooner.
The full treatment process — what is actually applied, how long you need to leave the property, and what follow-up looks like — is covered in the fumigation services guide.
The rest of the catalogue
Three more services sit between home cleaning and fumigation in both price and complexity:
- Carpet & sofa cleaning — from KES 2,000. Pre-treatment, steam cleaning, deodorising, and drying. The right service for pet owners and anyone managing allergies — see the carpet cleaning guide.
- Curtain & blinds cleaning — from KES 1,800. Removal, steam or dry cleaning by fabric type, drying, and reinstallation. Typically a 24 to 48 hour turnaround.
- Housekeeping — from KES 1,200 per day. Full-day or half-day support including general cleaning, laundry, and — where requested — cooking, childcare, or pet care. The right structure for households that need daily or near-daily help.
A published price is not just a number. It is the beginning of a working relationship where neither side has to spend the first hour negotiating.
What actually moves the price
The starting prices above are the floor, not the ceiling. Five factors can push a quote higher — and understanding them makes it easier to budget and easier to sanity-check any quote you receive from another provider.
A one-bedroom apartment and a five-bedroom house are not the same job. Larger homes take longer and are quoted higher, in proportion to the additional rooms and floors.
A home that has not been cleaned in months takes materially longer than one maintained weekly. Post-construction, post-renovation, or post-occupancy mess is priced as a specialist clean, not a regular one.
Mama Fua Digital keeps a fixed rate across all cities, but comparable informal services in Nairobi and Mombasa typically quote 15–25% higher than smaller towns. That gap is where the fixed-rate model saves the most.
Weekly and bi-weekly bookings cost less per visit than one-off cleans. A monthly subscription saves roughly 20% versus paying per visit — see the subscription section below.
Laundry, cooking, childcare, or pet care can be added to any housekeeping booking. Each addition is priced transparently at the point of booking — no surprises in the final invoice.
Monthly subscriptions — save about 20%
For households booking cleaning more than twice a month, a subscription is cheaper per visit and structurally better. The subscription model includes:
- Regular cleaning on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule.
- A dedicated cleaner who knows your home, your preferences, and your schedule.
- Priority booking — subscribers get first pick of appointment times.
- Discounted rates — roughly 20% lower than the per-visit price.
- Predictable monthly cost — one invoice, not a variable set of visits.
For the full comparison of weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly subscriptions, and a candid look at who actually benefits from each structure, see the subscription cleaning services guide.
How to get a quote — three ways
Every quote is a fixed price. There is no negotiation, no obligation to book, and the number you are given is the number you pay.
- Book online. Visit mamafua.lilwadelivery.com, choose your service and city, and complete the booking form. You will receive a quote instantly.
- Call us. 0115 006 628 — speak to the customer care team, describe your needs, and get a quote on the call.
- WhatsApp. wa.me/2540115006628 — send a short description of your space and the service you need; you will get a quote back within minutes during working hours.
Whichever channel you use, be ready with three details: the service you want, the size of your space (number of bedrooms is enough), and your location. Those three answers are what determine the quote.
The most common question we get asked on WhatsApp is some version of: "But is KES 1,500 actually fair for my home?" And the honest answer is: yes, if your home is a normal size and needs a normal clean. The number only rises if the size is larger than standard, the condition is much worse than maintained, or you are adding services on top.
What we have found after 50,000+ bookings is that households do not want the cheapest possible cleaner. They want to know what they will pay, what they will get, and who is showing up. A published price is the fastest way to give them all three at once.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mama fua charge in Kenya?
Standard home cleaning with Mama Fua Digital starts at KES 1,500 per visit and covers all rooms, bathrooms, kitchen surfaces, and floors. Deep cleaning starts at KES 2,500, move-in/move-out cleaning at KES 3,000, laundry at KES 800, and fumigation at KES 3,500. All prices are quoted upfront with no hidden fees.
Why are mama fua prices so hard to compare in Kenya?
Most Kenyan cleaners operate informally, which means prices vary household to household and depend on negotiation. There is no published market rate to anchor against. Mama Fua Digital publishes a fixed price for every service, so a reader can compare on the same basis across every quote they receive.
What factors affect the cost of cleaning services?
Five factors move the price: the size of your home or space, its current condition (a very dirty home takes longer to clean), your city or neighbourhood (Nairobi and Mombasa are typically higher than smaller towns), the frequency of the service (weekly and bi-weekly bookings cost less per visit than one-off cleanings), and any additional services added on, such as laundry, cooking, or childcare.
Is a monthly cleaning subscription cheaper than per-visit cleaning?
Yes. Mama Fua Digital's monthly subscription saves roughly 20% compared to paying per visit. Subscribers also get a dedicated cleaner who knows the home, priority booking, and a predictable monthly cost. The subscription is the right structure for households booking cleaning more than twice a month.
Do you offer fumigation and pest control across Kenya?
Yes. Fumigation starts at KES 3,500 and includes a property inspection, pest identification, safe pesticide application, and a follow-up visit where needed. Services are available across the 15+ cities Mama Fua Digital serves, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika, and Kitengela.
How do I get a cleaning quote from Mama Fua Digital?
Three ways: book online at mamafua.lilwadelivery.com, call 0115 006 628, or message WhatsApp at wa.me/2540115006628. You will be asked a few questions about your space and needs, then quoted a fixed price. There is no obligation to book, and the quote is valid as printed.