NDIS Cleaning Price Guide (2026-27)
If you searched for the NDIS cleaning price guide, this is the main household tasks rate you need to check first. We have pulled the common house cleaning line item into one page so you do not have to dig through the full pricing document.
Reference rate
$60.10
per hour
Line item
01_020_0120_1_1
House cleaning and household activities
Category
Core
Assistance with Daily Life
Last updated
20 July 2026
Based on 2026-27 pricing
About these figures. The $60.10/hr weekday daytime figure is the published national price limit for line item 01_020_0120_1_1 under the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2026-27 (v1.1), in effect from 1 July 2026. It is the only dollar figure quoted on this page. Household tasks delivered on evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays have their own separate, higher published limits — check the published limit for the specific day type before agreeing a rate.
What the NDIS cleaning line item usually covers
This guide is most relevant for participants, families, support coordinators, and plan managers checking common cleaning or household task charges. Typical funded tasks may include:
- Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and general home cleaning.
- Bathroom and kitchen cleaning linked to daily living needs.
- Laundry and other routine household support tasks.
- Practical help that is disability related and supports safe living at home.
Funding still depends on the participant's plan, goals, disability-related support needs, and how the provider applies the current pricing rules.
Example NDIS cleaning costs
These examples use the common reference rate above and assume weekday daytime household tasks. They are planning examples only.
| Cleaning time | Estimated weekly cost | Estimated monthly cost |
|---|---|---|
| 2 hours per week | $120.20 | $520.47 |
| 3 hours per week | $180.30 | $780.70 |
| 4 hours per week | $240.40 | $1040.93 |
NDIS cleaning rates by time of day and day type
The reference rate of $60.10/hr applies to weekday daytime cleaning (generally 6am–8pm Monday to Friday). The NDIS Pricing Arrangements publish separate, higher price limits for household tasks delivered on weekday evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
We do not publish those after-hours dollar figures here, because they cannot be worked out by applying a percentage to the weekday rate — the only reliable figure is the one printed in the schedule itself. Look up the day type you need in the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2026-27 before agreeing a rate, and check that the support item and day type in your service agreement match the one you looked up.
One distinction worth keeping straight when you read a quote: NDIS price limits describe what comes out of your plan budget. They are not the same as SCHADS Award penalty rates, which describe what a support worker is paid, and the two use different percentages. If you are comparing a provider quote against your budget, the published NDIS price limit for that day type is the relevant figure.
What can change the actual cleaning rate?
- The day and time of the roster.
- The exact support item used in the service agreement.
- Whether travel or other provider charges apply under current rules.
- The participant's circumstances and the complexity of support delivery.
- Whether the provider is charging at the maximum rate or below it.
What NDIS will and won't fund for cleaning
Not all cleaning tasks are automatically fundable. The NDIS applies a "reasonable and necessary" test — the support must be directly related to your disability and not something a person without a disability would also need to pay for.
Generally funded ✓
- Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and general home cleaning
- Bathroom and toilet cleaning where disability affects safety
- Kitchen cleaning linked to daily living needs
- Laundry washing, drying, and folding
- Rubbish removal and bin management
- Making beds and changing linen
- Cleaning directly linked to a diagnosed health condition (e.g. allergen management)
Generally not funded ✗
- End-of-lease or bond cleans
- Commercial or rental property cleaning
- Deep cleans not related to a disability need
- Cleaning products, supplies, and equipment
- Garden maintenance and outdoor areas
- Pest control and building maintenance
- Tasks a person without a disability would also pay for
How to get NDIS cleaning funded in your plan
Cleaning is not automatically included in every NDIS plan. You need to demonstrate to your planner or LAC that it is a reasonable and necessary support for your specific situation.
- Connect the need to your disability. Explain specifically how your condition prevents you from cleaning safely or at all — for example, a physical disability limiting mobility, a mental health condition affecting motivation and hygiene, or a sensory condition making cleaning dangerous.
- Get supporting evidence. An occupational therapist (OT) report or letter from your treating clinician is the strongest evidence. The OT can assess your functional capacity and recommend how many hours per week are reasonable.
- Link cleaning to your plan goals. Frame cleaning as part of achieving goals like "maintaining a safe and healthy home environment" or "living as independently as possible." Planners fund supports that connect to goals.
- Raise it at your planning meeting. Request that household tasks be included in your Core Supports — Assistance with Daily Life budget. Be specific about frequency (e.g. 2 hours per week) based on your OT assessment.
- Choose your management type. If approved, plan-managed and self-managed participants can choose any provider. Agency-managed participants must use a registered NDIS provider.
- Set up a service agreement. Once you have a provider, sign a service agreement that specifies the support item (01_020_0120_1_1), frequency, rate, and any additional charges like travel or after-hours loadings.
Which plan management type can use NDIS cleaning?
All three plan management types can access cleaning supports, but with different rules about which providers you can use.
Agency-managed
Must use a registered NDIS provider. The NDIA pays the provider directly. Fewer provider options but less admin for participants.
Plan-managed
Can use registered or unregistered providers. Your plan manager pays invoices on your behalf. Good balance of flexibility and support.
Self-managed
Most flexibility — can hire any provider including non-registered cleaners. You pay invoices and claim reimbursement from the NDIS. More admin responsibility.
Frequently asked questions about NDIS cleaning
What is the current NDIS cleaning price guide rate?
NDIS house cleaning and household tasks are claimed under line item 01_020_0120_1_1. The weekday daytime national price limit is $60.10 per hour under the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2026-27 (v1.1), which took effect on 1 July 2026. This is a maximum, not a set price — a provider may charge less.
Does the NDIS pay for house cleaning?
The NDIS can fund household tasks such as house cleaning when the support is reasonable and necessary, related to the participant's disability, and aligned with plan funding and goals.
Is this an official NDIA cleaning calculator?
No. This page is an independent Help Alliance guide based on published NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. Always confirm final rates and line item use against current NDIA guidance.
What can change the actual cleaning cost?
Actual cleaning costs can change based on roster timing, provider charging practices, travel rules, support complexity, and whether the service agreement aligns with current published price limits.
Can plan-managed, self-managed, and agency-managed participants use NDIS cleaning?
Yes. Plan-managed and self-managed participants can choose any provider for cleaning supports. Agency-managed (NDIA-managed) participants must use a registered NDIS provider. In all cases, cleaning must be included as a funded support in the participant's plan.
Does NDIS cover deep cleaning?
The NDIS does not routinely fund deep or specialist cleaning unless it is directly related to the participant's disability. If a participant's disability creates a hygiene risk requiring periodic deep cleaning, this may be justifiable with supporting evidence. Standard spring cleans and end-of-lease cleans are generally not funded.
Can a family member provide NDIS cleaning and be paid?
In most cases, the NDIS does not fund family members or unpaid carers to provide cleaning supports. Exceptions exist in very limited circumstances where no other provider is available. Self-managed participants have more flexibility, but the support must still meet reasonable and necessary criteria.
How do I get NDIS cleaning included in my plan?
To get cleaning funded, explain to your planner or LAC how your disability affects your ability to clean safely and independently. Link cleaning to your plan goals such as maintaining a safe and healthy home environment. Providing supporting evidence from an occupational therapist or treating practitioner strengthens the case.
Does NDIS cleaning cover laundry?
Yes. Laundry can be funded under the same household tasks line item (01_020_0120_1_1) when it is a disability-related support. This includes washing, drying, and folding clothes that the participant cannot perform independently due to their disability.
Can NDIS pay for cleaning products?
The NDIS generally does not fund everyday household consumables like cleaning products, mops, or vacuum cleaners unless they are specialised items directly linked to a disability need. The support budget covers the labour cost of cleaning, not materials.
What is the Saturday NDIS cleaning rate?
The NDIS publishes separate, higher price limits for household tasks delivered on Saturdays than the weekday daytime limit of $60.10/hr. Check the published limit for the specific day type in the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits before agreeing a rate with your provider.
What is the Sunday NDIS cleaning rate?
The NDIS publishes separate, higher price limits for household tasks delivered on Sundays and public holidays than the weekday daytime limit of $60.10/hr. Providers may charge up to but not above the published limit for the relevant day. Check the published limit for the specific day type in the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits before agreeing a rate.
What happens if my NDIS cleaner charges above the published price limit?
Registered NDIS providers cannot charge above the published NDIS price limits for any participant. For unregistered providers it depends on how your plan is managed. If you are self-managed you are not bound by the price limits and may agree a higher rate — you decide what represents value for your budget. If you are plan-managed you cannot: plan managers are required to pay within the published price limits and cannot process an invoice above them, so an unregistered cleaner working with a plan-managed participant must still charge within the limit. If a cleaner quotes you above the limit, confirm your management type before signing the service agreement.
Can the NDIS pay for my cleaner every week?
Yes, if cleaning is included in your plan as a regular support. The frequency (weekly, fortnightly, etc.) should match your assessed need and be reflected in your service agreement. Budgets are typically set for the plan year, so you and your provider need to manage hours across the full plan period.
What is the minimum number of hours per cleaning visit?
The NDIS does not set a universal minimum visit length, but most providers apply a minimum of 1–2 hours per visit due to travel costs. Check with your provider before booking. If your assessment only supports 1 hour per week, discuss whether the provider can accommodate short visits.
Does cleaning come out of Core Supports or Capacity Building?
Cleaning is funded under Core Supports — Assistance with Daily Life (line item 01_020_0120_1_1). It does not come from Capacity Building. Core Supports funding is flexible, meaning it can be used across different Core support categories (Daily Activities, Community Participation, Transport, and Consumables) based on your needs.
Can I use leftover NDIS funds for more cleaning?
If you have unspent Core Supports funds near the end of your plan, you may be able to increase your cleaning hours — but only if cleaning is already included as an approved support. Speak with your support coordinator or plan manager to review your remaining budget.
What happens if my cleaner cancels?
Under NDIS rules, providers can charge a cancellation fee of up to 100% of the quoted support if you cancel with less than 2 business days notice (as of current NDIS pricing rules). This applies both ways — if your provider cancels without adequate notice, you should not be charged for that session. Review your service agreement for the specific cancellation policy.
When to use the calculator instead
Use this page if you want the quick cleaning answer. Use the full calculator if you want to compare cleaning with personal care, community participation, transport, or other supports in the same plan.