Office Cleaning

Professional Cleaning of Offices and Workplaces

A clean office is the foundation of productivity, well-being, and the impression your company gives to guests and clients. At De 5 Stjerner, we provide professional office cleaning to businesses across Denmark – from smaller offices with just a few employees to large open-plan environments and coworking spaces with changing users.

We always tailor workplace cleaning to your opening hours, industry, and work routines, so your employees walk into a clean and welcoming office every morning. Office cleaning is part of our overall commercial cleaning services, and one of the disciplines we have specialised in for many years. Whether you work in a traditional office, an open-plan workspace, or a modern flexible work environment, we can put together an agreement that matches your daily operations.

What is office cleaning?

Office cleaning is the planned, documented, and quality-assured cleaning of office environments carried out by professionally trained staff. It differs from both domestic cleaning and general cleaning in other business types by focusing on the specific hygiene requirements of an office: Many touchpoints such as door handles, keyboards, phones, and coffee machine buttons; heavy shared restroom use; daily kitchen activity in the break room; and a high density of electronics at workstations that require careful handling.

Office cleaning typically takes place outside the office’s normal working hours – early in the morning, late in the afternoon, or in the evening – so it does not disturb the daily work. We always plan the frequency, timing, and scope according to your specific needs and the size of your business. The fixed routine also means you can rely on knowing when the work happens and who is responsible for it.

How much does office cleaning cost?

The price of office cleaning depends on several factors: the total square metres of the office, the number of employees, the frequency (e.g. 2, 3, or 5 times a week), special areas such as large common spaces or many restrooms, and requests for additional services such as dishwashing, restocking kitchen supplies, or floor polishing.

There is a significant difference between the price of cleaning an office with 10 employees that requires cleaning twice a week, and a larger office with 100 employees that requires daily cleaning with particular attention to common areas, canteen, and reception.

Location, accessibility, and special security requirements can also affect the price – for instance, if the office is in a building with access control or if special key cards must be issued. That is why we never give a standard price – but always a free, no-obligation quote based on a concrete walkthrough of your office and a conversation about your needs.

This ensures that you pay neither more nor less than you need to, and that the agreement can be adjusted if the office grows, if you hire more employees, or if work routines change. Transparent office cleaning pricing is part of what we promise our clients from the start.

What is included in office cleaning?

The contents of an office cleaning agreement depend on the office layout, number of employees, and industry, but a typical agreement covers a number of fixed areas. We always prepare a concrete checklist so you know exactly what is carried out on each visit, and so quality can be measured and documented afterwards.

01.

Workstations and desks

Wiping of desktop surfaces, keyboards, mice, and phones. We do not move papers, personal belongings, or confidential documents.

02.

Meeting rooms

Tables, chairs, whiteboards, projectors, and glass surfaces are cleaned so the room is always ready for the next meeting.

03.

Break room and kitchen

Wiping of countertops, sinks, coffee machine, microwave, and the exterior of appliances. Dishwashing is agreed separately.

04.

Restrooms

Daily cleaning of toilet, sink, mirrors, and floor, plus refilling of paper and soap.

05.

Floors

Vacuuming of carpets and washing of hard floors in office spaces, hallways, and common areas.

06.

Reception and entrance

Cleaning and polishing of glass doors, mats, and reception desk.

07.

Waste handling and recycling

Waste handling and recycling according to the company’s own arrangement.

08.

Periodic cleaning

Interior windows, deep cleaning of carpets, upholstery, and curtains, as well as follow-up deep cleans as needed.

Benefits of using an external office cleaning provider

Many companies consider whether to handle office cleaning internally or hire an external provider. Our experience is that a professional provider is both cheaper and more reliable overall – especially when all hidden costs are factored in, including recruitment, sick leave, training, and the purchase of equipment.

By choosing an external provider, you avoid having to manage sick leave, holidays, training, the purchase of chemicals and machines, compliance with labour agreements and working time rules, and ongoing quality control.

We take full responsibility for ensuring that the agreed tasks are completed – even when an employee is on sick leave or special needs arise, such as extra cleaning after a large event or an internal relocation.

At the same time, you gain access to professional expertise, environmentally certified cleaning chemicals, documented quality assurance, and certifications such as the Nordic Swan Ecolabel. These are values that benefit both employee well-being and the company’s profile with clients and partners – especially for companies that work with sustainability themselves and need to document their efforts in their own reports.

Finally, an external agreement offers flexibility: you can scale up and down as your company grows or if you change offices. The agreement follows you – you are not stuck with permanent employees who suddenly become too many or too few.

Cleaning for coworking spaces

A coworking space has different cleaning needs than a traditional office. Many different users share the same desks, meeting rooms, kitchens, and restrooms, which makes hygiene particularly important – both for well-being and so the community can attract new members. A visibly clean environment is often one of the first quality signs potential members notice during a tour.

Our coworking space cleaning covers shared workstations, meeting rooms, phone booths, kitchen facilities, and shared restrooms. We agree on frequency and responsibilities with the main tenant or the community administrator, so accountability is clearly defined and members always arrive at a clean workspace – regardless of which desk or meeting room they use on any given day.

Frequently Asked Questions about office cleaning

How often should an office be cleaned?

It depends on the number of employees, the size of the office, and the industry. Smaller offices with few employees often manage with cleaning twice a week, while larger offices or businesses with many client visits typically need daily cleaning. Restrooms, kitchens, and common areas should always be cleaned at a higher frequency than individual workstations, as these are the places where bacteria and viruses spread most quickly.

What is the difference between regular office cleaning and a deep clean?

Office cleaning is the ongoing, planned cleaning that keeps the office clean in everyday operations. A deep clean is a more comprehensive periodic effort focused on areas that are not reached during daily cleaning – for example interior window cleaning, deep cleaning of carpets, upholstery, ovens, and behind appliances. The two services complement each other.

Do employees need to be in the office during cleaning?

No. We always arrange office cleaning to fit into your everyday operations – early in the morning, late in the afternoon, or in the evening. This means cleaning does not disrupt work, and you walk into a clean office every day.

What requirements do you place on the staff who come into the office?

Our cleaning staff are permanent employees, fully trained, and subject to clear procedures for conduct on client premises. We sign non-disclosure agreements when needed, and staff are instructed not to move confidential documents or touch personal belongings.

Can you adapt the cleaning if we have special needs?

Yes. We always tailor the agreement to your specific situation. This may include extra cleaning after a large meeting or event, special attention to a server room or laboratory, or specific chemical choices if you have employees with allergies or particular health considerations. We also have experience with cleaning in environments with stricter security requirements, where access and control must follow defined procedures.