The Cleaning Authority is a residential house cleaning service located in Edmonds, WA serving customers in Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, North Seattle and South Everett.
We use environmentally responsible cleaning products.
Business highlights
20 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time Only, Move in - Move Out
They called a couple times during the day and changed the time they were supposed to come. Then once they arrived, we went over the official list of all rooms which they were supposed to clean and made sure it matched the list given to us by them during preliminary walk-through. They spent just under 2.5 hours doing about half the work - no kitchen, left the big bathroom, no floor mopping and then said they were finished because they fulfilled their 2.5 hour quota. We argued that we had an agreement about all the areas they were supposed to clean for the fixed price (regardless of time). After more arguing with their customer service, they refused to let us talk to the manager who originally made the agreement. Then the cleaners said they were told to leave by their manager, and when we asked to talk to the manager, the cleaners pretended like they were calling her and instead quickly ran out of the house, got into their car and drove away! They lack professionalism, lack integrity, and lack any sense of customer service. "The Cleaning Authority" should change their name to the "The Cheating Authority".
Description of Work: We needed the entire house cleaned, and agreed to a regular cleaning (not a deep clean). All 5 bathrooms, kitchen, 5 bedrooms, living, family, dining, basement, and all floors mopped. We emphasized that the kitchen and bathrooms were the most important. Agreement was made with a fixed price for the entire house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
Lisa S.
04/2013
2.0
house cleaning
+ -1 more
The initial clean which was more than the bi-weekly amount went well. However after that the cleaning quality went down quickly. Different people came at different times, they missed obvious areas of dust over numerous services. They came to clean while my mother was visiting and she witnessed the cleaners spending more time surfing the web with their smart phones than cleaning. Worse of all - they broke 2 of my favorite pieces of glass art - and never told me about it. I had to approach them to tell them what had happened. When the first one happened they said they would get me a select team to clean my house going forward. Which made me wonder what I was getting before. The next time they broke a very sentimental piece - again - the cleaner who broke it never left a note and tried to "hide" the piece as if I wouldn't find it. When I contacted the company they said they would not pay for the broken piece - and instead sent me some epoxy for me to try to fix it myself (which didn't work) and then sent me a "replacement" piece of glass art that was okay - but not anywhere near the quality or beauty of the original piece and does not have any sentimental value. I fired them immediately after this experience.
Description of Work: I utilized this service for approximately 4 months. I hired them to clean my entire house every other week. No laundry service or special project - just general housecleaning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$85
Patricia B.
06/2011
5.0
blind cleaning, carpet cleaners, house cleaning
+ 1 more
They do a very good job. They are very thorough, courteous and efficient. They come in, get the job done and leave which is exactly what I want them to do.
Description of Work: I used The Cleaning Authority in June. They come twice a month to vacuum and dust. They clean the bathroom with great detail and do the hallways. They scrub the floors and dust the blinds.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Kathleen B.
04/2011
5.0
house cleaning
+ -1 more
We are very happy with them. They are super and do a very thorough job.
Description of Work: They come out every other week to clean the house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$115
Mollie S.
06/2010
1.0
house cleaning
+ -1 more
First off, they were 45 minutes late. Then they did not clean well - they missed really obvious sections of dust. They did not mop the whole floor - you could see where they stopped. Also, they broke stuff. Plus, since they were here, I have been missing some jewelry.
Description of Work: They were supposed to clean my house - they didn't.The price was decent - but in the end, it was not worth the cost of the people in my house!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$115
Response from The Cleaning Authority
This client has been through many cleaning companies and I should have guessed she wouldn't be happy with anyone. We did our best, but are not miracle workers on spots that don't come out. Accidents happen a statue did fall and customer took money off the clean price that day for reimbursement. She was very condescending to my staff and my quality inspector so I decided to let her know we would not be back to clean for her. This is the first I have heard of anything missing from her home. I wish her best on finding a cleaning service that will meet her needs.
TRACY B.
06/2010
5.0
house cleaning
+ -1 more
I have had this cleaning service biweekly for several months now and they are by far the best I have ever had! I have had many different cleaning services over the last 10 years and this company is amazing. Not only are they incredibly thorough but they are cheaper than all the other companies I have used. They are very professional and they send you a receipt via email after every cleaning. When I have asked for special services they go above and beyond what I asked for and still do a great job on the rest of the house. They have made my life easier and I highly recommend them!
Description of Work: Full service housecleaning. I have them come bi-weekly. They charge $105 per cleaning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$105
SUZANNE W.
01/2007
1.0
house cleaning
+ -1 more
I liked their idea of cleaning the total house with a focus each week on a different area of the house like deep cleaning the kitchen. After several weeks of inconsistent service and cleaning, I fired them.
Description of Work: THIS IS FOR THE FIRDALE VILLAGE CLEANING AUTHORITY. DAN, THE MGR. GUARANTEED CLEANING. THE PEOPLE WERE POORLY TRAINED AND DAMAGED SEVERAL ITEMS IN MY HOME DURING A 2 MONTH PERIOD. When I complained about damaged furniture and walls, Dan replied by voicemail (I have on file) that he talked to his insurance company and they suggested Insurance Fraud!!! Now that's what I call customer service, NOT. They never guaranteed a time and did inconsistent cleaning. They could not remember from week to week where the garbage was or how I wanted my bathroom cleaned. They were rough with vacuuming and dropped items constantly. I also was missing several of my prescription pain medications.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$80
Response from The Cleaning Authority
As of December 2009, I purchased The Cleaning Authority from the previous owner and immediately focused on Quality improvements, from retraining all staff to making sure our products are Green Seal certified. We now do quality inspections to ensure consistency in our service as well as updating customer preferences and cleaning notes. I apologize for the lack of professionalism you received. At the very least I would have expected an in home visit to investigate and resolve to your satisfaction. I think now you would find your experience much improved! Thanks for your feedback. Colleen "new owner"
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Service Categories
House Cleaning,
Carpet Cleaning,
Blind Cleaning,
Floor Cleaning and Waxing,
Window Cleaning
FAQ
The Cleaning Authority is currently rated 2.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
The Cleaning Authority accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, The Cleaning Authority offers free project estimates.
Yes, The Cleaning Authority offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Cleaning Authority does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Cleaning Authority does not offer emergency services.
No, The Cleaning Authority does not offer warranties.
The Cleaning Authority offers the following services: Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time Only, Move in - Move Out