4.4 
1.1k+ Jo and her team are great! I hired her to do a move in cleaning. They cleaned every corner in my new house, even behind the fridge. I was so impressed with the details I hired her to clean my home twice a month. She is just as meticulous with the regular cleanings as she was with the move in...
Very quick, clean and courteous!
Showed up on time, courteous, professional, cleaned vinyl siding on house and cleaned brick walk--very good job
Preferred Choice Cleaning ServicesFull house cleaning
Ramos CleaningShe cleaned so well I was frankly, very surprised as no other cleaning service ever cleaned my house like she did. can't wait to have her on a monthly basis!
CLEAN HEARTH & HOMEit was good. He did not clean up all the soot that fell on my garage floor when he cleaned the flue.
Standard Oil Of ConnecticutGREAT, FAST, & CLEAN
Although there are no set rules for tipping house cleaners, you may want to consider tipping from 15% to 20% of the cost of house cleaning, or up to 25% if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the cleaner’s policy or preference for tipping.
There are several things to know before hiring a cleaning service to do any work on your home.
What services do they offer?
Do they work alone or with a company?
Do they have any references you can check?
Do they conduct background checks on employees?
What is their schedule and availability?
When can they get you an estimate?
Do they have insurance?
Do they offer a guarantee?
Do they bring cleaning supplies and equipment?
Do you need to be home when they clean?
Is there a written contract?
Can they be available for emergencies and how much do they charge?
Typically, professional house cleaning services cost between $30 and $50 per hour. The ultimate price depends on the size of your house, the types of cleaning services, and how much cleaning needs to be done. Other cost factors include the thoroughness of each cleaning.
Standard cleaning that likely includes sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down kitchen and bathroom surfaces cost from $75 to $175 per visit. Deep cleaning, which may include window washing, cleaning under and behind furniture, and polishing surfaces that are harder to clean can cost from $200 to $400.
No, house cleaners or house cleaning services do not need to be certified or licensed. Each state has its own requirements for licensing and certifications for companies, but most states don't require any special training to clean a home. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local cleaning service guidelines.
Cleaning services typically offer a range of options. Some of the most common cleaning tasks include:
Windows: $4–$10 per window
Refrigerator cleaning: $10–$40
Carpet cleaning: $75–$200
Baseboard cleaning: $25–$75
Laundry: $5–$20 per load
Cabinets: $20–$50
Polishing or waxing floors: $25–$50
Dusting: $10–$30
Oven cleaning: $20–$40
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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