Home cleaning services have gained popularity in recent years. Keeping a house clean and tidy is pretty much like painting the Forth Bridge, a never-ending task.

People hire domestic cleaning services for several reasons. Many people simply do not have time to clean properly when trying to balance work and home duties. Others simply don't like cleaning. A home cleaning service to take care of regular cleaning helps maintain the appearance of your home, while giving you freedom to do the things you enjoy in your free time.

Services Provided
Domestic cleaners offer a range of services including:
  • Regular home cleaning
  • Spring or seasonal cleaning
  • Window cleaning
  • Cleaning when moving in or out
  • Oven cleaning
  • Carpet cleaning
Cost
The cost of home cleaning will depend on the frequency of service, the size of your home and the cleaning tasks required. Professional cleaning is often less expensive than people think, especially considering the time element and the cost of equipment and supplies. The majority of people use a regular cleaning service for their homes. Others may use domestic cleaning services for moving in/out of a property or spring-cleaning,

Choosing a Domestic Cleaning Service
The domestic cleaning industry comprises companies ranging from large national chains to small local businesses. There is no simple method for identifying the better service. The broad criteria to examine are that employees are well trained and experienced. Some people will feel more comfortable with "brand name" providers, while others prefer the personal touch of local businesses.

Cleaning Requirements
Before approaching any cleaning service, do a self-assessment of your cleaning needs. Determine what you need done, how often you need it and determine your budget. If you need to watch the budget, think about fortnightly cleaning or utilising the cleaners for time-consuming tasks that easily get neglected from your own weekly cleaning schedule (such as bathroom and kitchen). If time is an issue, a quick "all over" house clean may be preferable to a detailed clean of the main traffic areas. Work out a plan with your cleaner to get the essential tasks done in the time available. When interviewing your short listed providers, make sure you do a walk through of your home. Ask the cleaner to detail the services that will be provided as standard. Be sure to point out anything you don't want the cleaner to do (or touch) - such as antiques - and make sure these are written in your agreement, as well as any additional services you have requested.

Supplies and Equipment
Most cleaning companies will provide all cleaning equipment and materials required. Ask the cleaner to summarise the cleaning materials and method they plan to use on each piece of furniture or surface. Inexperienced cleaners who use the wrong products can cause damage to your belongings. If someone in your family has allergies, or sensitivity to particular cleaning products, ask your cleaner to discuss products that will be suitable.

Insurance, References & Policies
Whether you decided to go with a chain or with the local provider be sure to examine their documentation. Ask for a copy of their insurance certificate and call the company to verify it and its employees are fully insured. Ask for current references and call them for referrals. Review contracts carefully and make sure everything agreed upon is in writing including the firm's payment policy, cancellation policy and service guarantees.

Co-operation With Your Cleaner
You will doubtless feel great relief that someone is looking after the regular cleaning tasks in your home.
However, you and your family cannot completely forget about cleaning and tidying up. For those new to domestic cleaning services, having a cleaner can take some getting used to. The biggest issue is falling into the trap of expecting too much done in the time allowed. Don't compromise quality over quantity.

Agree on a cleaning schedule. So that your expectations and that of the cleaning company are coordinated, agree to a schedule of cleaning tasks that are performed weekly, monthly, and on an "ad hoc" basis. Compile a checklist and leave with your cleaner each week, which details the things you want done.

Leave the house. Your cleaner will be able to work more effectively with you out of the way.

Read your contract. Review the terms and conditions of your agreement and make sure everything you discussed is in writing.

Be realistic. You may want your house sparkling clean from top to bottom but that might cost more than you're willing to spend. Use the cleaning service for the difficult, time-consuming chores.
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