Every trade hour and minimum service fee is published here with zero phone guesswork.
We bill residential maintenance under two trades and five explicit rate brackets. You get line-item written estimates before work begins, direct W-2 employees on payroll, and a single invoice covering both cleaning and mechanical labor.
Interactive residential workload and labor estimator.
Adjust home square footage, select service scope, and check mechanical punch-list tasks. The tool computes estimated hours and fee brackets according to our live labor formula.
Hours = ((Sq Ft / 600) × Scope Factor) + (Repair Tasks × 1.25h)
Scope factor: Routine = 1.0, Deep = 1.8, Handyman base = 0.0.
Minimum service call floor: $75.
5.5 estimated on-site hours (3.0h cleaning + 2.5h repairs) • Recommended dispatch: 2-person dual-trade crew (cleaner + handyman). Minimum service call floor: $75. Non-binding estimate; exact scope confirmed in written estimate before work starts.
Final written estimates are provided on site before any work starts. No payment is collected until physical labor is completed.
Published trade rates and billing specifications.
Compare hourly brackets, minimum call fees, and typical residential session durations across Dumont and surrounding Bergen County communities.
| Service Category | Hourly / Unit Rate | Minimum Call / Baseline | Typical Session Scope | Materials & Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Housekeeping (Routine) Surface dusting, HEPA vacuuming, mopping, bathroom & kitchen sanitation |
$22–$30 / hr | 2-hour minimum ($44–$60) | 2–4 hours per session | Microfiber mops, HEPA vacuum, non-toxic sanitizing solutions |
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House Cleaning (Deep Cleaning) Inside ovens, refrigerator coils, tile grout scrubbing, baseboards |
$40–$100 / hr | 2-hour minimum ($80–$200) | 3–6 hours per turnover | Rotary scrubbers, heavy degreasers, extension pole brushes |
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Handyman Service Drywall repairs, door hanging, trim carpentry, fixture swaps |
$60–$120 / hr | $75 minimum service call | 1–4 hours per punch list | 18V cordless drivers, taping knives, levels, drop cloths |
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Handyman Minimum Service Call Arrival diagnostic, quick leak isolation, latch fix, scoping |
$75–$150 / visit | Covers travel & first 45 min | Up to 45 minutes on site | Hand tools, multi-meter, basic replacement washers & fasteners |
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Handyman Flat Job Ceiling fan swap, kitchen faucet install, disposal replacement, deadbolt |
$65–$145 / job | Pre-scoped single task | 45–90 minutes per fixture | Plumbing pliers, slip-joint hardware, silicone sealant |
What dictates your quote
Every project quote is calculated directly from physical parameters, never arbitrary guess figures:
- Work Type & Complexity: Simple hardware swaps versus multi-coat drywall skimming or tile grout scale.
- Finished Square Footage: Measured living area dictates cleaning technician travel and pass times.
- Labor Hours Allocated: Straight time calculation based on defined trade scope.
- Materials Sourced: Fasteners, joint compound, and basic PVC fittings are itemized without marked-up hidden surcharges.
What we refuse to do
We decline projects outside our mechanical and regulatory envelope:
- Structural Framing: We do not remove load-bearing studs or perform roofing structural work.
- Main Service Panels: Heavy 200A electrical upgrades requiring municipal master permits are referred out.
- Phone-Only Estimates: We never issue binding price guarantees without physical diagnostic inspection.
- Subcontracted Labor: No 1099 lead brokers or day laborers. Only direct W-2 staff enter your residence.
How pricing moves from initial scope to final settlement.
Attached along our direct operational track, from your first inquiry to the itemized bill.
Diagnostic Review & Written Estimate
A technician arrives during a specified two-hour window, inspects the mechanical fixture or measures living square footage, and provides a clear written line-item estimate detailing hours, rates, and materials before any tool touches a wall.
- Duration: 15–30 minutes
- Deliverable: Itemized written estimate
Tool Staging & Surface Protection
Our crew lays canvas drop cloths across high-traffic walkways, sets up HEPA-filtered vacuum containment, and stages required tools from our Dumont service van before commencing demolition, drywall scraping, or wet cleaning passes.
Job Execution & Dual-Trade Coordination
Whether completing routine housekeeping at $22–$30/hr or hanging solid-core doors at $60–$120/hr, the allocated W-2 staff works strictly within the agreed written scope. If unexpected mechanical wear is discovered, you receive an addendum quote before any extra work occurs.
- Typical session: 2–4 hours
- Personnel: Direct W-2 background-checked staff
Final Walkthrough & Single Itemized Invoice
You walk the completed repair and cleaned spaces with our lead technician. Once approved, a single itemized invoice is delivered reflecting the exact labor hours and materials used. No separate bills from different contractors.
Common homeowner pricing questions.
Direct answers to frequent billing and labor questions across Bergen County.
No separate travel surcharge is applied for homes within Dumont, Bergenfield, Tenafly, Cresskill, Haworth, or New Milford. For small repair visits, our $75–$150 minimum service call covers dispatch, vehicle setup, and the first 45 minutes of mechanical evaluation.
Yes. Homeowners frequently purchase specific faucets, ceiling fans, or specialized floor cleaning soaps. When you supply materials, you are only billed for physical labor hours at the stated hourly rate. When we provide common parts (P-traps, joint compound, screws), they are billed at transparent pass-through costs.
On hourly jobs, you are billed only for the actual time technicians spend working on your property, rounded to the nearest quarter hour, subject to the $75 minimum service call floor. You never pay for unworked hours simply because an estimate envisioned a longer task.
Our technicians are cross-trained in surface sanitation and core domestic repairs, while advanced carpentry, drywall taping, and fixture plumbing are assigned to dedicated mechanical specialists. On combined visits, you may receive a two-person team or a single multi-skilled tradesperson depending on job size.
Ready to inspect your project and deliver a written estimate?
Call our direct line or submit your project punch list online. We confirm arrival windows within 24 business hours.