A home cleaning service can offer you the flexibility you need to juggle family and work life. But before you employ the services of a company to do this for you it is important to make sure you pick the right people to come into your home.
Home cleaning services save you from time-consuming chores and free up your time: but first it is advisable to spend some time researching the right company for you. The internet is the perfect tool for this, allowing you to view all the companies in your area that provide this service.
It is advisable to recruit the services of a professional company rather than an individual. Whilst an individual may offer a good service, they can’t ensure continuous service in relation to sick leave or during vacation periods. A company with a team of staff behind them can offer you a fuller service to accommodate your needs.
Make sure you will be getting value for money from an experienced company. Take time to review their claims of expertise and take up the opportunity to follow up references.
Check that the company has the relevant insurances in place covering things such as accidental breakages and cleaning product spillages. Ask if they have had many claims (thought most large companies will have had some claims, but an exceptionally large number of claims may indicate careless staff.)
Ask what products will be used in your home. If you have any specific allergies to products now is the time to discuss this. A reputable company will want to get it right first time and will be open to discussing your requirements prior to commencing a contract.
All professional companies will have a website detailing the full services they offer with contact details and customer reviews. Quotation shouldn’t be done over the phone: your home is as individual as you are and so should your quote be. Take time to review any quote before signing a contract for home cleaning. Make sure things such as times for the home cleaning, the rooms to be cleaned and the frequency of visits are listed on the quotation. Also ask about numbers of staff that will be in your property, the length of their visit and if you need to be present. If the keys to your property are to be left with the cleaning company ask about key storage to ensure the safety of your property. Property addresses and keys should be kept separate!
Review the quotations provided by several companies. Prices should be competitive but don’t be fooled into taking the lowest quote if they do not provide the service and quality you need. You are inviting someone into your home; it is important to get the right person and following the tips above should help achieve this.
