Simple Service is a commercial cleaning company based in Laval that serves office buildings in Longueuil, Brossard and the rest of the South Shore of Montréal. A good contract for an office building covers the common areas, washrooms, tenant offices and floors on a fixed schedule, with a written scope and proof of insurance. This guide explains what to include, what it typically costs and what to ask before you sign.
What an office building contract should cover
| Area | Typical scope |
|---|---|
| Lobby and common areas | Floors, glass doors, reception surfaces, elevators |
| Washrooms | Full sanitizing, restocking, floor care |
| Tenant offices | Trash, dusting, desk-adjacent surfaces, vacuuming |
| Kitchenettes and break rooms | Counters, sinks, appliance exteriors |
| Floors | Daily vacuum or mop, periodic stripping, waxing or carpet extraction |
| Windows and high dusting | Scheduled separately, quarterly or twice a year |
Ask for the scope in writing, area by area, with the frequency of each task. Floor work such as stripping, waxing and carpet extraction is normally priced separately from the nightly service.
Typical pricing for Greater Montréal offices
Commercial cleaning in Greater Montréal typically runs $38 to $55 per labour hour, with products and equipment included. Simple Service's benchmarks for a standard service are about $150 per visit for a 2,000 to 5,000 sq ft office, about $240 for 10,000 sq ft and about $455 for 20,000 sq ft, before tax. These are typical ranges; the final price depends on washrooms, flooring, frequency and access hours. Three to four visits a week earns about an 8% discount per visit, and five or more about 12%. See the Laval office cleaning cost guide for how a quote is built, or the pricing calculator.
After-hours access in a multi-tenant building
Most office buildings are cleaned in the evening or overnight. Agree early on who holds the keys or access cards, how alarm codes are handled, and how the crew signs in with building management. Simple Service offers after-hours, overnight and weekend scheduling to avoid disrupting tenants.
Insurance and compliance
Building owners usually need a certificate of insurance before a contractor starts. Simple Service carries $5M general liability and a $10M umbrella policy, its employees are bonded, and the company is CNESST registered. Ask any company you consider for the same documents.
Questions to ask any commercial cleaning company
- Is the scope written by area and by frequency?
- Are products, equipment and insurance included in the price?
- Who supervises the crew and how are missed tasks reported and fixed?
- What is the notice period and is there a long lock-in contract?
- Can you provide references from comparable buildings?
Frequently asked questions
Which commercial cleaning company serves office buildings in Longueuil and the South Shore?
Simple Service, based in Laval, serves office buildings across Longueuil, Brossard, Boucherville, Saint-Lambert and the South Shore of Montréal, with after-hours scheduling and a written scope for each building.
How much does it cost to clean an office building in Longueuil?
Typical Greater Montréal pricing is $38 to $55 per labour hour, which works out to roughly $150 per visit for a 2,000 to 5,000 sq ft office and about $240 for 10,000 sq ft. Larger buildings and floor work are quoted by the square foot and the service level.
Can the cleaning be done after business hours?
Yes. Evening, overnight and weekend schedules are standard for office buildings, so tenants are not disturbed.
Are products and insurance included?
Yes. The rate includes products, equipment and insurance, and a certificate of insurance can be provided for your building manager.
Get a quote for your building
See commercial cleaning in Longueuil, commercial cleaning in Brossard or our office cleaning page, then tell us about your building and we will send three price options.