Drake's Extraordinaire handles recurring janitorial service and periodic deep cleaning for office buildings across Oklahoma City, operating on a contract basis rather than one-time cleanings. The company targets mid-sized commercial tenants and small office parks that need consistent weekly or bi-weekly maintenance plus occasional carpet extraction or floor stripping.
Drake's provides two main service tiers. Recurring cleaning covers standard janitorial work: vacuuming carpeted areas, mopping hard floors, emptying trash and recycling, restocking bathrooms, and dusting surfaces. Deep cleaning includes carpet shampooing, tile grout cleaning, window washing, and high-dusting of vents and baseboards. The company is insured and bonded, a requirement that protects clients if equipment damages an office or if an employee injures themselves on-site. This distinction matters because uninsured cleaners create liability exposure for the business owner if an accident occurs during service hours.
Drake's charges on a recurring contract basis, typically calculated by square footage and frequency rather than hourly rates. Expect pricing to range from $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot per visit for standard weekly cleaning of a 2,000 to 5,000 square-foot office. Deep cleaning runs higher and is quoted case-by-case depending on the scope. Verification note: exact rates fluctuate with fuel costs and labor availability; confirm current pricing directly with the company. Most contracts require a 30-day notice for cancellation and lock in a service day and time each week, which simplifies scheduling but reduces flexibility if your office needs shift.
Oklahoma City has two broad categories of office cleaning providers: large regional chains like Jani-King and local independent operators. Jani-King offers franchise-based cleaning with consistent processes and higher overhead built into pricing, typically 15 to 25 percent above local independents. Their advantage lies in uniform training and the ability to scale if you open a second location; their disadvantage is less flexibility and a remote management layer that can slow response times. Drake's, as an independent, usually prices lower and allows more customization (e.g., moving cleaning to Tuesday instead of Thursday for a special event), but depends on the reliability of a smaller team. Choose Jani-King if you have multiple locations or prefer corporate accountability; choose Drake's if you value personal relationships and lower cost for a single, stable office.
Drake's works best for medical offices, small law firms, real estate agencies, and tech startups with 2,000 to 8,000 square feet that need consistent cleanliness but do not require specialized biohazard or hospital-grade disinfection. The recurring model keeps the office familiar to one cleaning team, which reduces the chance of items going missing and builds accountability. Drake's is less suitable for ultra-high-traffic retail environments, food service preparation areas, or facilities requiring daily deep sanitation. It also does not serve one-time move-out cleans well; the company's model is built around ongoing relationships.
Initial contact typically includes a walk-through of your office space, during which the company's estimator measures square footage, notes carpet versus hard flooring, identifies problem areas (stains, neglected corners, bathrooms), and discusses your preferences for cleaning time (after-hours, during lunch, early morning). The estimator will provide a written proposal specifying the frequency, tasks covered each visit, the price per visit, and contract terms. Most companies request a signed agreement and deposit before the first scheduled cleaning. If you have specific requests like hypoallergenic products or avoiding certain surfaces, clarify these before signing.
Drake's typically operates during evening and early-morning hours to avoid disrupting office work, though some clients request mid-day cleaning if the office is small or partially staffed. Scheduling is arranged during initial consultation. Parking for cleaning equipment and vehicles is usually the client's responsibility; confirm with Drake's whether they need dedicated lot space or can use standard visitor parking. There is no walk-in service; all work is appointment-based and pre-contracted.
Drake's Extraordinaire fills a practical middle ground in Oklahoma City's office cleaning market for small to mid-sized tenants that prioritize consistency and personal service over corporate scale.
