Bemitey clean vs Sureclean Singapore: which cleaning company fits your home

Bemitey Clean vs Sureclean Singapore comes down to what each company publishes and can prove. Sureclean states an NEA Class 3 licence, S$1,000,000 public liability insurance, a 4.9 star rating across 1,548 Google reviews and recurring home cleaning from S$22 an hour. Check Bemitey Clean's website for the same four things before you book. Then get the licence number, the insurance certificate and a written SGD quote from whoever you pick.

We are Athena Cleaning Services, so we are a third party to both companies. The Sureclean figures below come from its own website as seen in August 2026 and we have not audited them. We do not repeat claims about Bemitey Clean that we cannot confirm. Instead you get a checklist that works on any Singapore cleaning company, plus typical price ranges for HDB, BTO and condo homes.

What you can actually verify about each company

Start with the paper trail. A cleaning company that is proud of its standards puts them on its website where you can read them without asking. On its own site, Sureclean lists a company name (Sureclean Pte Ltd), a UEN, an NEA Class 3 licence number, S$1,000,000 public liability cover, crews employed on valid MOM work permits and 400 hours of training. It also says it has cleaned more than 50,000 homes since 2013 and publishes a starting rate of S$22 an hour for recurring cleans.

Those are checkable claims. You can search the UEN on the ACRA directory, ask for the insurance certificate by WhatsApp, and read the Google reviews yourself. A rating of 4.9 across 1,548 reviews is a large sample, which carries more weight than a 5.0 from 30 reviews.

What to do for bemitey clean

Open its website and Google Business profile and look for the same items: company name and UEN, an NEA licence number, insurance cover and amount, review count, and a starting price. If any of them is missing, that does not mean the company lacks it. It means you have to ask, and a straight answer within a day is itself useful information. Write down what each company gives you, then compare in the table later in this guide.

Why the review count matters more than the star rating

Almost every Singapore cleaning company shows 4.5 stars or better, so the rating alone separates nobody. Read the 20 most recent reviews instead. Look for mentions of punctuality, whether the same cleaner returned, and how the company handled a missed spot. Complaints that get a reply from the owner within a few days tell you more than a wall of five-star one-liners.

Licence, insurance and manpower: the three checks that protect you

The National Environment Agency oversees cleanliness standards in Singapore, and cleaning businesses are licensed through NEA. Sureclean publishes its licence number on its site. Ask any company, Bemitey Clean included, to send theirs and confirm the class matches the work you want done.

Insurance is the second check. A cleaner who slips on a wet bathroom floor or chips a marble vanity in a condo creates a claim, and you want a company whose policy pays it. Public liability cover of S$1,000,000 is a figure Sureclean publishes. Ask Bemitey Clean for the amount, the insurer and the policy end date. Condo management offices also often ask contractors for a certificate before approving a move-in or renovation clean, so you will need the document anyway.

Employed crews or freelance individuals

Agencies in Singapore either employ their cleaners or match you with self-employed ones. Employed crews on valid MOM work permits come with supervision and a company that answers for the work. Marketplace matches can be cheaper and faster to book, but if the cleaner cancels at 8am you are on your own. Ask both companies directly: are the people entering my home employees, and do they carry company ID?

Training and supervision

Sureclean states 400 hours of training before a cleaner works unsupervised. Whatever the figure at the other company, ask what training covers. Good answers name specifics such as how to treat natural stone, how to handle chemicals around children and pets, and how to clean glass without streaks. The Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) is also worth a look: it publishes consumer guidance and accepts complaints, so a quick check of a company name there takes two minutes.

Bemitey clean vs Sureclean pricing in SGD for HDB, BTO and condo homes

Cleaning prices in Singapore usually follow one of two models: an hourly rate with a minimum number of hours, or a fixed price per job based on unit size. Sureclean publishes S$22 an hour as a starting rate for recurring home cleaning and quotes one-off deep work per job. Treat any starting rate as a floor. Your final price depends on the number of cleaners, the hours, and whether supplies are included.

As a typical range across Singapore agencies in 2026, regular home cleaning costs about S$22 to S$35 an hour per cleaner, often with a three or four hour minimum per visit. One-off deep cleans for a 3-room or 4-room HDB flat typically fall between S$250 and S$500, while a larger condo or a 5-room flat can run S$450 to S$800 or more. Post-renovation cleans cost more because of dust, adhesive residue and paint splatter, and are often priced by floor area. These are typical ranges, not quotes, so get both companies to price the same scope in writing.

How to get a fair comparison

Send the same message to both: unit type (for example 4-room HDB, 95 sqm), number of bathrooms, which windows are in scope, whether you want inside of cabinets and the fridge, and your preferred date. Ask for the total, the number of cleaners, the hours, and what happens if the team overruns. A quote that says only "from S$22" is a starting point, not a price.

Costs people forget

• Weekend and public holiday surcharges, which some companies add to the hourly rate.
• Parking or lift booking fees at condos that require a lift pad reservation.
• Extras such as balcony grilles, oven interiors and mattress or sofa treatments, which are often billed separately.
• Cancellation or rescheduling fees inside 24 hours.

Which company suits which job

Sureclean lists weekly and fortnightly home cleaning by an assigned crew, plus deep, spring, post-renovation and move-in or move-out cleans, disinfection, upholstery and commercial work under one licence. That breadth suits households that want one company for routine and one-off jobs. If Bemitey Clean covers the specific job you need, ask to see photos of comparable work in a Singapore flat of similar size and age.

Post-renovation and BTO handover

New BTO keys and fresh renovations leave fine cement dust on every surface. It gets inside cabinets and into window tracks too. Ask whether the team will do a multi-day clean in stages and whether they use HEPA vacuums. Our post-renovation cleaning guide lists what the finished job should look like, so you can check the work against it.

End of tenancy

Landlords and agents inspect move-out cleans closely, and a missed oven or bathroom grout line can cost part of your deposit. If you are leaving a rental, read what a handover clean should cover in our piece on the best end of tenancy cleaning singapore and ask each company whether it offers a re-clean if the landlord is not satisfied.

Bathrooms, windows and upholstery

Tiles and grout hold soap film and mould in a humid flat, so ask what products are used on them. Our notes on a bathroom cleaner for tiles, grout and fixtures in Singapore explain what works on each surface. For high-rise condos, check whether the company handles exterior glass safely, and see our overview of the best window cleaning services singapore for what to ask.

Humidity, mould and mattresses: what a Singapore clean has to handle

Singapore sits near the equator, and indoor relative humidity in many homes stays above 70 percent for much of the year. That is the reason mould shows up on bathroom ceilings, wardrobe corners, window sills and the back of furniture pushed against an external wall. A cleaner who works only with a mop and a spray bottle will not fix this. Ask both companies how they treat mould and what they do to dry surfaces afterwards.

The US EPA advises that mould on hard surfaces can be scrubbed with detergent and water, and the area dried completely, and that the underlying moisture problem has to be fixed or the mould returns. In practice that means opening windows after a shower, running an exhaust fan, and keeping furniture a few centimetres off damp walls. A good cleaning company will tell you this without being asked.

Mattresses and soft furnishings

Dust mites thrive in warm, humid bedrooms, and mattresses are the biggest reservoir. If allergies are a concern, ask each company whether it offers mattress treatment and what method it uses. Our guides on how to steam clean a mattress and save time and money in Singapore and the allergen removal methods for mattresses cover what to expect and how long drying takes. A mattress should be dry enough to sleep on within several hours, so ask about the drying plan before you agree to a treatment.

Air quality after cleaning

Strong fragrance and harsh chemicals can irritate children and people with asthma. The US EPA's guidance on improving your indoor environment recommends ventilating while and after you use cleaning products. Ask each company which products it uses and whether it can switch to fragrance-free options on request.

A 15 minute process to choose between the two

You do not need a spreadsheet. Message both companies on WhatsApp with the same details and set a timer. The company that replies quickly, answers every question and sends a written quote with a clear scope is already ahead of the one that sends a one-line price.

Questions to send both companies

• What is your NEA licence number and class?
• What is your public liability cover and can you send the certificate?
• Are the cleaners employed by you, and will it be the same team each visit?
• What is the total price for my exact unit, and what is included?
• What happens if I am not happy with the clean?

How to read the answers

Prefer the company that gives specifics. "We are fully insured" is a claim. "S$1,000,000 public liability with this insurer, certificate attached" is evidence. If one company is clearly cheaper, find out what has been removed from the scope. Fewer cleaners, fewer hours and no supplies all produce a lower number on the same quote.

Start with a small job

If you are unsure, book a single three-hour clean before you commit to a weekly plan. Check the bathroom corners, the kitchen hood, window tracks and under the bed. If the result is good, move to a recurring schedule. If the company is also an option for your workplace, our note on the benefits of hiring cleaning company singapore office covers when a contract makes sense.

Comparison at a glance

Frequently asked questions

Is bemitey clean or Sureclean better for an HDB flat?

It depends on what each company can prove for your job. Sureclean publishes an NEA Class 3 licence, S$1,000,000 insurance and 1,548 Google reviews. Ask Bemitey Clean for the same three items and compare written quotes for your exact flat size, for example a 4-room HDB of 90 to 100 sqm. Choose the one that gives specifics and a clear scope, not just the lower number.

How much does a home cleaning service cost in Singapore in 2026?

Typical rates for regular home cleaning are about S$22 to S$35 an hour per cleaner, often with a three or four hour minimum. One-off deep cleans for a 3-room or 4-room HDB commonly cost S$250 to S$500, and condos or larger flats can reach S$450 to S$800 or more. Post-renovation cleaning costs more. These are typical ranges, so get a written quote for your own unit.

Do cleaning companies in Singapore need an NEA licence?

Cleaning businesses in Singapore are licensed through the National Environment Agency, and reputable companies publish their licence number. You can read more on the NEA public cleanliness page. If a company will not share a licence number when you ask, treat that as a reason to look elsewhere.

What should I ask before hiring a cleaner for a condo?

Ask for the insurance certificate, because many condo management offices require one before approving contractor access. Also ask about lift booking, working hours allowed by the condo, and whether the team brings its own supplies. For stone floors or glass balconies, ask which products they use so surfaces are not damaged.

How do I stop mould coming back after a deep clean?

Mould returns when moisture stays. The US EPA advises cleaning hard surfaces with detergent and water, drying them fully, and fixing the source of dampness. In Singapore that means ventilating bathrooms after showers, keeping wardrobes from touching external walls, and using a dehumidifier in closed rooms during the rainy months.

How often should I book a home clean in Singapore?

Most households choose fortnightly cleans for a 3-room or 4-room flat and weekly for families with young children or pets. Add a deep clean once or twice a year, and one after any renovation. Mattresses and sofas are worth treating every six to twelve months in humid conditions, and see our guide on how often clean carpets singapore for rugs and carpets.

Sources

• National Environment Agency
• Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE)
• US EPA mould cleanup guidance
• US EPA guidance on improving your indoor environment

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