Before you hire a house cleaner…
It’s easy to become overwhelmed when searching for the best housecleaning service.
It can take days to sort through all the websites and get quotes. Talking with each provider may even take weeks.
You may still not know if you are getting the best out of your money.
We’re sharing 5 insider tips to help you navigate housecleaning.
Learn what to look out for in a reliable house cleaning service, when to book and how to save money on your cleaning services.
This is a must-read guide if you are looking for a house cleaning service or have never booked one.
1. The Scope is Less
Determine what needs to be cleaned in your home
What are you actually looking for help with?
It’s crucial to make a list of what you want cleaned. Not all cleaning companies offer the same services. Some do laundry, wash dishes, and make beds. It is important to understand what you require before you book, and ensure that the company you hire can do those tasks.
Don’t assume any. It’s worse than expecting laundry to be folded when you get home.
If you have a limited budget, you can customize your cleaning by deciding what you need.
Perhaps you only need help in the bathrooms and kitchen. You can book cleanings only for certain areas of your home with some cleaning services. This is usually the kitchen and bathrooms, which are the most difficult parts to clean. They can also dust and clean other surfaces.
This is not the case with all cleaning services. Scrubbi, for example, charges a flat fee based on the size and number of rooms in your home. However we also consider the scope of Move Out cleanings.
If you are looking for just a little help, and not a thorough clean, this option is available.
You can also reduce the number appointments per month. You might be able to get by with bi-weekly appointments instead of weekly appointments. Even if you don’t have children, monthly visits may be acceptable – although some adults are more messy than others.
2. The more appointments you make, the better
Frequency matters
Do you need a bi-weekly, weekly, or monthly cleaning? Maybe you just need a once-off clean to move out. You should really think about how often you require house cleaning. Perhaps bi-weekly cleanings are more feasible than weekly.
Keep in mind, however, that the more frequently you make appointments, the cost per visit will be lower.
Bi-weekly cleanings, for example, will cost less per visit than monthly visits and sometimes only a few more dollars per month. If you aren’t using your services as often as you would like, you could try going once a week and then changing the frequency to suit your needs.
One-time cleanings, such as moves out, will usually cost more per visit due to the amount of work involved and the fact that it is not an ongoing home cleaning service in new jersey.
3. Check out reviews and ask friends for recommendations
Asking your friends, family, and coworkers for recommendations can save you a lot. This is one of the key reasons Scrubbi grew in the way it did.
You may also get a referral credit if you use a cleaning company that was recommended to you. Both of you will benefit.
You can find out what you are getting into by reading customer reviews about companies if you don’t know anyone or don’t want to ask.
You can look them up on Google and Yelp.
4. Flat Rates and Walk Throughs
Flat Rate is Better
Do you know the jaw-dropping cleaning price that is $100 lower than others?
It sounds great, but it is important to verify that it is a flat rate.
It’s possible that it isn’t and that they have grossly underestimated the job.
This is why you might end up paying $350 for something you thought was $170.
You won’t know the efficiency or effort of maids before you hire them. A flat rate is better because you can be sure you are paying the correct amount and you won’t be surprised when you get the final bill.
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We can’t stress this enough.
After the cleaning is complete, take the time to walk through the house with the cleaner.
This allows you to check if there was anything missing or if an area needs to be improved.
It’s almost impossible to get cleaners to return the same day after they have left. Make sure everything is in order before they leave.
If you are unable to be there at the scheduled time, ensure that you do a walk-through. Cleaning companies with a good reputation usually offer a cleaning service guarantee, but you must notify them within 24 hours if there are any issues.
5. You Want A Better Cleaning Experience
Each has its advantages and disadvantages. These differences can lead to vast differences in your experience.
We use technology to improve customer service, from scheduling and appointment reminders to online customer support chat.
We are also upfront about the cost and won’t try to sell you extra cleaning services or make you pay more for time.
What is “man-hours?”?
People fall for the trap of getting quoted an hourly rate, but what they don’t know is that it is per cleaner.
For example, if a company claims they will charge $25 per hour and three cleaners arrive at your place, then you are actually being charged $75 per an hour (3x $25).
Another problem with charging per hour is that cleaners don’t feel compelled to work harder or quicker – in fact, they have an incentive just to be SLOWER!
We have a solution. If you are happy with your cleaning, we will charge a flat fee and give our cleaners a bonus.
This will ensure that you receive the high-quality cleaning you want without having to pay a surprise bill.
The fallacy of “More Maids”.
It is understandable why some people believe that cleaners are better.
It is logical to assume that more maids means that your home will be cleaner and will take less time to finish than one.
This line of thinking is based upon a few assumptions: A) All maids are skilled at cleaning; and B) There will be no chatter or waste of time while they are in your home.
While ‘B’ may not be as important, ‘A” is.
It’s not easy to find a maid who pays attention to detail, knows how to remove different stains from different surfaces, is reliable, consistent, and works efficiently.
It is rare to find great maids in large teams of 2, 3 or more.
Bonus: What are the Things to Watch Out for in MOVE OUT Cleaning Services?
Are you moving in or out? With some modifications, the above tips will still be applicable for most of the time. Here is a quick overview of the things to be aware of:
Book early
Bookings fill up quickly and it can get more expensive. You don’t want to wait too long and you might miss the opportunity to clean your home (which is not ideal when you have a busy schedule). Or you may have to accept any help that you can find, which isn’t ideal for a project such as moving out of a house.
Flat rate is still more
A flat rate is better than an hourly rate if you are booking a move out service. You won’t know the efficiency or effort of maids before you hire them. A flat rate will ensure that you are fully informed and not surprised when you receive the final bill.
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This is an important point that we cannot stress enough. After the cleaning is complete, take the time to walk through the house with the cleaner. This will ensure that there are no omissions. If you are unable to be there at the time of service, please make arrangements for a walk-through. Cleaning companies with a good reputation usually offer a cleaning service guarantee, but you must notify them within 24 hours if there are any issues.
Independent cleaners are unlikely to offer a guarantee of service and may deny any claims you make. You should also double-check your insurance to make sure you are covered for any items that have been stolen or damaged.
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1004 Old York Road, East Windsor , New Jersey, 08520, USA
(609) 337-0930
