For 2026, the published national maximum for NDIS house cleaning and other household activities is $60.10 per hour. In Sydney, Westlink Cleaning Services charges $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning, with a minimum of 2 hours of cleaning plus a $58 travel charge, making the minimum visit $174. This guide covers NDIS cleaning rates, travel costs, minimum bookings, and funding options.
Quick Answer: What Is the NDIS Cleaning Rate in Sydney?
The main 2026 NDIS pricing information for ordinary household cleaning is:
| Item | Details |
| Support item | 01_020_0120_1_1 |
| Support name | House Cleaning and Other Household Activities |
| Unit | Hour |
| Published national maximum | $60.10 per hour |
| Remote maximum | $84.14 per hour |
| Very remote maximum | $90.15 per hour |
| Effective from | 1 July 2026 |
| Sydney pricing area | National |
| Westlink Cleaning Services recurring cleaning rate | $58 per hour |
The important distinction is that $60.10 is the published national maximum, while $58 per hour is Westlink Cleaning Services current recurring NDIS cleaning rate. The published maximum should not be interpreted as a compulsory fee every cleaner must charge.
How Much Does Westlink Cleaning Services Charge for NDIS Cleaning?
Westlink Cleaning Services currently charges $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning, with a minimum of 2 hours of cleaning per visit plus a $58 per-visit travel charge.
This produces the following pricing:
| Cleaning Time | Cleaning Cost | Travel Charge | Total Visit Cost |
| 2 hours | $116 | $58 | $174 |
| 3 hours | $174 | $58 | $232 |
| 4 hours | $232 | $58 | $290 |
| 5 hours | $290 | $58 | $348 |
The travel charge applies once per visit under our pricing policy, rather than being added for each cleaner attending the property.
Any NDIS-funded travel claim must still comply with the applicable NDIS claiming requirements and the participant’s funding arrangement.
What Is Included in Recurring NDIS Cleaning?
Depending on the participant’s needs and agreed cleaning scope, recurring household cleaning can include tasks such as:
- vacuuming
- mopping
- dusting
- bathroom cleaning
- toilet cleaning
- kitchen cleaning
- wiping benches and surfaces
- general household cleaning
- laundry assistance
- bed making
- changing bed linen
- tidying relevant household areas
- other agreed household cleaning tasks
The fact that a task is normally performed by a cleaner does not automatically make it an NDIS-funded support.
The important question is whether the participant requires assistance with the task because of their disability and whether the support is appropriate for their NDIS plan.
Can NDIS Funding Pay for House Cleaning?
NDIS funding may cover house cleaning when the participant needs assistance because of their disability and the support is included in their plan. Participants looking for professional support can also learn more about NDIS cleaning services in Sydney, including the cleaning assistance available through Westlink Cleaning Services. This can include tasks such as vacuuming, bathroom cleaning, laundry and changing bed linen.
Which NDIS Support Item Is Used for House Cleaning?
The relevant support item for ordinary NDIS household cleaning is:
01_020_0120_1_1 – House Cleaning And Other Household Activities
It is listed separately from some related household supports.
| Support Item | Support | 2026 National Price |
| 01_004_0107_1_1 | Assistance with Personal Domestic Activities | $61.16/hour |
| 01_019_0120_1_1 | House or Yard Maintenance | $59.01/hour |
| 01_020_0120_1_1 | House Cleaning and Other Household Activities | $60.10/hour |
The correct support item depends on the service actually being delivered.
House cleaning, yard maintenance and personal domestic assistance should not simply be treated as interchangeable services because they appear similar.
Is $60.10 the Price Every NDIS Cleaner Charges?
No. $60.10 per hour is the published 2026 national maximum, not a mandatory rate. Westlink Cleaning Services charges $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning, which is $2.10 below the maximum, plus the applicable per-visit travel charge.
How Does NDIS Cleaning Pricing Work in Sydney?
Metropolitan Sydney uses the National pricing figure for this household cleaning support.
However, the total amount a participant pays can depend on more than the published hourly maximum.
Factors can include:
- the provider’s actual hourly rate
- the amount of cleaning required
- the number of cleaners attending
- minimum booking conditions
- provider travel
- cleaning frequency
- agreed cleaning scope
- cancellation conditions
- equipment and product arrangements
- the participant’s funding management type
- any additional requirements agreed before the service
This is why participants should compare the total expected cost per visit, not only the hourly cleaning rate.
For example, Westlink Cleaning Services recurring rate is $58 per hour, but a standard 2-hour recurring cleaning appointment has a total visit price of $174 once the $58 per-visit travel charge is included.
Is There a Minimum NDIS Cleaning Booking?
There is no universal NDIS minimum booking requirement. Westlink Cleaning Services requires a minimum of 2 hours of cleaning at $58 per hour, plus a $58 travel charge, making the minimum recurring visit $174. This is Westlink Cleaning Services’ pricing policy, not an NDIS-wide rule.
Westlink Cleaning Services NDIS Cleaning Cost Examples
Our recurring NDIS cleaning is charged at $58 per hour, plus a $58 travel charge per visit. This means 2 hours cost $174, 3 hours cost $232, 4 hours cost $290, and 5 hours cost $348. These are our current prices, not universal NDIS charges.
How Much Does Weekly NDIS Cleaning Cost With Westlink Cleaning Services?
The total cost depends on how many cleaning hours are booked.
If the service occurs once every week, the approximate costs are:
| Cleaning Per Week | Cost Per Visit | Approx. Monthly Cost* | Approx. Annual Cost |
| 2 hours | $174 | $754.00 | $9,048 |
| 3 hours | $232 | $1,005.33 | $12,064 |
| 4 hours | $290 | $1,256.67 | $15,080 |
| 5 hours | $348 | $1,508.00 | $18,096 |
*Monthly estimates use 52 weeks divided by 12 months.
These examples assume one visit each week for 52 weeks and include our current $58 per-visit travel charge.
Actual annual spending will depend on how often cleaning takes place, the duration of each appointment, cancellations, and changes to the participant’s support needs.
What Household Cleaning Tasks May Be Supported?
Depending on the participant’s needs, NDIS-funded household assistance may involve:
- vacuuming floors
- mopping floors
- dusting
- cleaning bathrooms
- cleaning toilets
- wiping kitchen surfaces
- general essential household cleaning
- laundry assistance
- changing bed linen
- making beds
- other essential cleaning activities the participant cannot complete independently because of disability
The cleaning service should reflect the participant’s disability-related needs rather than simply operating as a general household convenience service.
What Cleaning Costs Are Not Normally NDIS-Funded?
An NDIS plan is not intended to pay for every household cost.
Ordinary day-to-day living expenses remain the participant’s responsibility unless specific NDIS rules provide otherwise.
Examples can include:
- ordinary groceries
- normal household consumables
- standard cleaning products bought as household groceries
- rent
- utility bills
- tenancy bonds
- tenancy-related pest control
- tenancy-related exit cleaning
- general repairs for property damage required under a tenancy agreement
The distinction is between support with a household task because of disability and an ordinary cost everyone would usually be expected to pay themselves.
Does NDIS Pay for End-of-Lease Cleaning?
NDIS funding generally does not cover end-of-lease cleaning required under a tenancy agreement. This is treated differently from regular disability-related household cleaning. Westlink Cleaning Services can provide end-of-lease cleaning as a commercial service, but participants should not assume it can be claimed through NDIS funding.
Does NDIS Cover Deep Cleaning?
There is no separate household cleaning support item simply called “deep cleaning” in the 2026 pricing schedule.
“Deep cleaning” is a commercial description of a cleaning service.
Before attempting to use NDIS funding for an unusual or intensive clean, consider:
- what cleaning work is actually required
- why the participant needs assistance
- whether the need is disability-related
- whether the service is an NDIS support
- whether the participant has suitable funding
- which support item accurately reflects the service
- whether any unusual or additional costs are permitted
The same principle applies to services such as oven cleaning, window cleaning, carpet cleaning or other specialised cleaning.
The name of the service alone does not determine NDIS eligibility.
Does NDIS Cleaning Include Cleaning Products?
This needs to be clarified with the cleaning provider before the service begins.
Ordinary household cleaning products purchased as groceries are generally normal day-to-day living expenses.
A professional cleaning business may use its own normal cleaning equipment and products as part of delivering its service, depending on the provider’s commercial terms.
Before booking, ask:
- Does the cleaner provide chemicals?
- Does the cleaner bring a vacuum?
- Are mops and cleaning equipment supplied?
- Are ordinary cleaning materials included in the quoted price?
- Are there additional product charges?
- Are any proposed additional charges permitted under the participant’s funding arrangement?
Clear pricing prevents unexpected invoices later.
Can an NDIS Cleaning Provider Charge Travel?
Yes. NDIS cleaning providers may charge provider travel where permitted under current NDIS rules. The 2026 schedule includes support item 01_799_0120_1_1 for provider travel non-labour costs, but travel charges must meet the applicable claiming requirements.
Before agreeing to a cleaning service, ask the provider:
- Is travel being charged?
- How much will the travel component cost?
- What does the travel charge cover?
- Will travel appear separately on the invoice?
- Has the travel arrangement been agreed in advance?
- Does it comply with the participant’s funding arrangement?
Westlink Cleaning Services Travel Pricing
For recurring NDIS cleaning, Westlink’s current pricing adds $58 per visit for travel.
Under Westlink’s pricing policy, this charge applies once per visit.
For example:
| Cleaning | Cleaning Cost | Westlink Travel Charge | Total |
| 2 hours | $116 | $58 | $174 |
| 3 hours | $174 | $58 | $232 |
| 4 hours | $232 | $58 | $290 |
| 5 hours | $290 | $58 | $348 |
The way any travel amount is invoiced or claimed must still comply with applicable NDIS rules and the participant’s service agreement.
Are NDIS Cleaning Rates Higher on Weekends?
NDIS cleaning rates are not higher on weekends under support item 01_020_0120_1_1. The published rates remain $60.10 per hour National, $84.14 per hour Remote and $90.15. Very Remote. Providers may have their own weekend booking conditions, but these must be clearly disclosed and comply with the participant’s funding arrangement.
Can an NDIS Cleaner Charge a Cancellation Fee?
Cancellation charges should not simply appear unexpectedly on an invoice.
Whether a short-notice cancellation can be claimed depends on the applicable NDIS claiming requirements and circumstances.
Before starting recurring cleaning, participants should ask:
- How much notice is required?
- What happens if I am sick?
- What happens if access to the property cannot be provided?
- Is a cancellation charge permitted for this support?
- How will a cancellation be invoiced?
- Are cancellation terms included in the service agreement?
Because NDIS claiming rules can change, participants and providers should rely on the current NDIS Pricing Schedule and Support Catalogue rather than an old cancellation policy.
Can Plan-Managed Participants Use an Unregistered Cleaner?
For many ordinary supports, participants with plan-managed or self-managed funding can generally choose between registered and unregistered providers.
Participants using NDIA-managed funding must use registered providers for the NDIA-managed portion of their funding.
A simple comparison is:
| Funding Type | Provider Choice |
| NDIA-managed | Registered providers required |
| Plan-managed | Registered or unregistered providers generally available for ordinary supports |
| Self-managed | Registered or unregistered providers generally available |
Some supports have specific registration requirements regardless of the broader funding arrangement.
How Does Plan-Managed NDIS Cleaning Work?
With plan-managed NDIS funding, a registered plan manager handles invoices and payments. Participants can generally use registered or unregistered providers where permitted. Westlink Cleaning Services can send invoices directly to the participant’s plan manager, so correct plan manager details should be provided before services begin.
How Does NDIA-Managed NDIS Cleaning Work?
With NDIA-managed funding, participants must use registered NDIS providers for the relevant support. Eligible cleaning services are claimed through the NDIS payment system, so participants should confirm the provider can deliver services under their funding arrangement before booking.
How Does Self-Managed NDIS Cleaning Work?
With self-managed NDIS funding, participants have more control over their budget and can generally use registered or unregistered providers. Our payment terms may vary by service, and some one-off or higher-value bookings may require partial or full payment upfront. Payment terms should be confirmed in the quote before booking.
How Are Two Cleaners Billed?
If two cleaners work for 1.5 hours each, the service equals 3 labour hours, even though the appointment lasts only 90 minutes. Participants should confirm how many cleaners will attend, whether pricing is based on labour hours or appointment time, and how this affects the final invoice.
What Should an NDIS Cleaning Invoice Include?
A clear invoice should make it easy for the participant, plan manager or relevant party to understand what was delivered and how the amount was calculated.
Useful invoice information includes:
- participant name
- cleaning provider name
- provider business details
- service date
- description of the support
- relevant NDIS support item where applicable
- cleaning or labour hours
- agreed hourly rate
- number of cleaners where relevant
- separately identified travel where applicable
- additional agreed charges
- total invoice amount
The invoice should reflect the service actually provided.
How to Choose an NDIS Cleaner in Sydney
The cheapest advertised hourly rate is not always the cheapest option overall. Compare the full pricing structure before choosing a provider.
| What to Check | What to Ask | Westlink Cleaning Services |
| Hourly Rate | What will the provider actually charge? | $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning, compared with the published National maximum of $60.10 |
| Minimum Booking | How many cleaning hours must be booked? | Minimum 2 cleaning hours |
| Travel | Is there an additional travel charge? | $58 per-visit travel charge |
| Total Cost | What will the actual invoice amount be? | 2 hours cleaning: $116 + $58 travel = $174 |
| Number of Cleaners | Will one cleaner attend or a team? | Confirm whether billing is based on appointment time or total labour hours |
| Cleaning Scope | What cleaning tasks are included? | Confirm the agreed cleaning tasks before booking |
| Products & Equipment | Who supplies the vacuum, mop and cleaning products? | Confirm what is included in the service |
| Funding Management | Does the provider work with your funding type? | Confirm plan-managed, self-managed or NDIA-managed arrangements |
| Registration | Does your funding arrangement require a registered provider? | Check before booking |
| Cancellations | How much notice is required to cancel? | Confirm cancellation terms before services begin |
| Insurance & Safety | Does the provider have appropriate insurance and worker safety procedures? | Check provider credentials and procedures |
| Service Area | Does the provider service your Sydney suburb? | Confirm availability for your location |
Westlink Cleaning Services NDIS Cleaning Price Summary
For quick reference, our current recurring NDIS cleaning pricing is:
| Item | Westlink Price |
| Hourly recurring cleaning rate | $58/hour |
| Minimum cleaning time | 2 hours |
| 2 hours of cleaning | $116 |
| Per-visit travel charge | $58 |
| Minimum recurring visit total | $174 |
| 3 hours cleaning + travel | $232 |
| 4 hours cleaning + travel | $290 |
| 5 hours cleaning + travel | $348 |
These are Westlink Services’ current provider prices and booking conditions.
They should not be confused with the official NDIS-published maximum or treated as universal NDIS pricing rules.
NDIS Cleaning Services Across Sydney
The cleaning rates and booking conditions discussed above apply to our recurring NDIS cleaning service, but the exact availability can depend on where you live in Sydney. If you are comparing local options or want to check the service available in your suburb, you can find more information for your area below.
- Lidcombe: See our NDIS cleaning services in Lidcombe for local service information and booking details.
- Chatswood: If you are based in Chatswood, learn more about our NDIS cleaning services in Chatswood.
- Fairfield: Participants in Fairfield can view our NDIS cleaning services in Fairfield for more information about local availability.
- Casula: For cleaning assistance in Casula, see our NDIS cleaning services in Casula.
- Epping: If you live in Epping, our NDIS cleaning services in Epping page provides more details about the service.
- Edmondson Park: Participants in Edmondson Park can learn more about NDIS cleaning services in Edmondson Park.
- Mount Druitt: For local service information, see our NDIS cleaning services in Mount Druitt.
- Caringbah: If you are looking for cleaning assistance in Caringbah, visit our NDIS cleaning services in Caringbah page.
- Abbotsbury: Residents in Abbotsbury can find more information about NDIS cleaning services in Abbotsbury.
- Arncliffe: For NDIS cleaning availability in Arncliffe, see our NDIS cleaning services in Arncliffe page.
Get an NDIS Cleaning Quote in Sydney
Westlink Cleaning Services charges $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning, with a minimum of 2 hours of cleaning plus a $58 travel charge, making the minimum visit $174. Current prices are $174 for 2 hours, $232 for 3 hours, $290 for 4 hours and $348 for 5 hours, including travel.
For a quote, provide your Sydney suburb, preferred cleaning frequency, required hours, cleaning tasks and NDIS funding type. NDIS pricing and claiming rules may change, so always check the current NDIS Pricing Schedule and Support Catalogue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026 NDIS cleaning rate in Sydney?
The published 2026 NDIS National maximum for House Cleaning and Other Household Activities is $60.10 per hour under support item 01_020_0120_1_1. Metropolitan Sydney uses this National rate.
How much does Westlink Cleaning Services charge for NDIS cleaning?
Westlink Services currently charges $58 per hour for recurring NDIS cleaning.
Is Westlink Cleaning Services $ 58 rate the official NDIS cleaning rate?
No. The official published national maximum for this NDIS household cleaning support is $60.10 per hour. Westlink Services’ $58 per hour rate is its own current recurring NDIS cleaning price.
Does every NDIS cleaner have to charge $60.10?
No. $60.10 per hour is the published national maximum, not a mandatory rate. NDIS cleaning providers may charge a different agreed price depending on the participant’s funding arrangement.
What is Westlink Cleaning Services minimum NDIS cleaning booking?
Our minimum recurring NDIS cleaning booking is 2 hours at $58 per hour, plus a $58 travel charge, making the minimum visit $174.
How much are two hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink Cleaning Services?
Two hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink costs $116, plus a $58 travel charge, making the total recurring visit $174.
How much are three hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink Cleaning Services?
Three hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink costs $174, plus a $58 travel charge, making the total recurring visit $232.
How much are four hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink Cleaning Services?
Four hours of NDIS cleaning with Westlink costs $232, plus a $58 travel charge, making the total recurring visit $290.
Is the Westlink Cleaning Services $174 minimum an NDIS rule?
No. The $174 minimum is Westlink Services’ own recurring booking and pricing structure, not an NDIS-wide rule. The NDIS does not require every cleaning provider to have a three-hour minimum.
Can NDIS funding pay for regular house cleaning?
It can fund eligible assistance with household tasks where the participant needs that assistance because of disability and the support is appropriate for their NDIS plan.
Does NDIS pay for end-of-lease cleaning?
Ordinary end-of-lease cleaning required under a tenancy agreement is generally not NDIS-funded. Westlink Services can still provide end-of-lease cleaning as a commercial service, but participants should not assume it can be claimed through NDIS funding.
Does NDIS pay for cleaning products?
Ordinary household cleaning products are generally considered normal living expenses and are not separately NDIS-funded. Participants should confirm whether the cleaning provider includes standard products and equipment in the service price.
Can an NDIS cleaner charge travel?
Yes. An NDIS cleaner may charge provider travel where permitted under the applicable NDIS rules. Westlink’s current recurring pricing includes a $58 travel charge per visit, with invoicing and claims handled according to the participant’s funding arrangement.
Does Westlink Cleaning Services charge travel for every cleaner?
Under Westlink’s current recurring pricing policy, the $58 travel charge applies once per visit.
Is there a special NDIS weekend cleaning rate?
No. The 2026 NDIS pricing schedule lists one hourly rate for support item 01_020_0120_1_1, with no separate weekend or public holiday rate. Providers may still have their own weekend booking conditions.
