Professional cleaner shares insights on the cleaning industry - do clients lowball them?
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If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to how your house is cleaned. You might have a weekly cleaning service come in, or maybe you do it yourself. But have you ever considered the difference between a deep clean and a weekly clean?
A professional cleaner has taken to Facebook to discuss the difficulties of working in the industry, including how frequently customers inquire about their prices and the reasons why some deep-cleaning chores might not be covered by the weekly service.
According to her, there's a big difference in the types of services that they provide.
She explained that deep cleaning is a one-time job that is recommended to be done when you first hire a cleaning service. This includes things like cleaning ceiling fans. Once the deep cleaning is done, the weekly cleaning will be much easier.
The professional cleaner said: 'A deep clean is a thorough cleaning of your entire home, from top to bottom.'
'Deep cleans are typically done when you first start using a house cleaning service, and then weekly cleans are done to maintain the cleanliness of your home.'
Professional cleaning is a service that requires labour and expertise. Credit: The Servico.
The cleaner also pointed out some notable tasks that can help you evaluate whether they need deep cleaning or weekly cleaning.
'Other examples of this include removing the glass globes and washing them and polishing the paddles,' she added.
'It's something that can't be done weekly because it would take too much time.'
Meanwhile, weekly cleaning involves tasks that you can do in a matter of minutes.
She explained: 'Doing a weekly clean on areas of the house that have already been deep cleaned is relatively easy. You could use a duster and give them a quick wipe.'
The professional cleaner also pointed out that doing extra tasks should require additional payment as they require additional labour.
'I met some clients who requested me to clean some stuff while I'm at their house without it being part of the deal,' she added.
'If you're in my shoes, will you do it for free? Of course not, because it will take extra labour and materials.'
Many other professional cleaners backed the claims made by the original poster. Credit: Getty Images.
The post has captured the attention of hundreds of users, who praised the cleaner for her insightful post.
One user praised: 'Well said! You cannot clean everything in a house in a couple of hours which is usually the most time you get for cleaning a holiday lot.'
'People who have the luxury of a paid domestic are extremely lucky to be able to afford this so don’t take advantage and expect extras for free!' another agreed.
Others who claimed that they're working in the cleaning industry also took the opportunity to provide more perspectives on the issue of cleaning services and rates, pointing out that many often take the work of cleaners and domestic workers for granted.
One cleaner wrote: 'I totally agree. Some people want quality work and physical labour for next to nothing.'
'It’s quite insulting. I’ve been told on several occasions that my team and I are the best in our area that many picky clients have ever hired so they appreciate the hard work.'
Some said that while many think that cleaning is a no-brainer job, that idea is far from the truth.
'I see this job as a trade, you need to have a certain type of talent to do it properly with extremely high accuracy, efficiency and consistency,' they pointed out.
Another commenter highlights the difference between a cleaner and somebody running a cleaning business, with the latter often getting lowballed by clients.
One professional shared: 'There's also a difference between a cleaner and somebody running a business. It's all good and well going in at a cheap price and offering to do the lot but pretty sure if you properly clean it, it takes hours.'
'I sold myself short at the start of running my business as people did fully take advantage, and people do, naturally. Cleaners need more appreciation. I no longer settle for people who don't appreciate the actual job you're doing for them.'
It's a valid point - we expect a lot from cleaners, and yet we don't always value their work appropriately. This can lead to cleaners feeling underappreciated and undervalued, which is unfair.
While not everyone can afford professional cleaners, having an insight into the cleaning industry can help you understand your needs.
After all, despite the number of cleaning tips that we share here at the SDC, we still need to carefully research and plan our actions so we can maximise the benefits of cleaning.
And by putting ourselves in the shoes of professional cleaners, we can understand how demanding this activity is.
We often take cleaning for granted. We expect our homes to be clean and tidy, without giving much thought to how this is achieved. In reality, cleaning is a complex and demanding task that requires both physical labour and expertise.
Cleaning is not just about dusting surfaces and mopping floors. It also involves ensuring that all areas are free from germs and bacteria.
This requires the use of specialist cleaning products and equipment. It also demands a high level of physical fitness, as cleaning can be physically demanding.
Cleaning is a vital service that helps to keep us safe and healthy. It is important to appreciate the hard work and expertise that goes into providing this service.
There you have it! What are your thoughts on this? Better yet, for those who previously worked as a cleaner, do you have any more insights into the cleaning industry that we should know about? Share them with us in the comments below!
A professional cleaner has taken to Facebook to discuss the difficulties of working in the industry, including how frequently customers inquire about their prices and the reasons why some deep-cleaning chores might not be covered by the weekly service.
According to her, there's a big difference in the types of services that they provide.
She explained that deep cleaning is a one-time job that is recommended to be done when you first hire a cleaning service. This includes things like cleaning ceiling fans. Once the deep cleaning is done, the weekly cleaning will be much easier.
The professional cleaner said: 'A deep clean is a thorough cleaning of your entire home, from top to bottom.'
'Deep cleans are typically done when you first start using a house cleaning service, and then weekly cleans are done to maintain the cleanliness of your home.'
Professional cleaning is a service that requires labour and expertise. Credit: The Servico.
The cleaner also pointed out some notable tasks that can help you evaluate whether they need deep cleaning or weekly cleaning.
'Other examples of this include removing the glass globes and washing them and polishing the paddles,' she added.
'It's something that can't be done weekly because it would take too much time.'
Meanwhile, weekly cleaning involves tasks that you can do in a matter of minutes.
She explained: 'Doing a weekly clean on areas of the house that have already been deep cleaned is relatively easy. You could use a duster and give them a quick wipe.'
The professional cleaner also pointed out that doing extra tasks should require additional payment as they require additional labour.
'I met some clients who requested me to clean some stuff while I'm at their house without it being part of the deal,' she added.
'If you're in my shoes, will you do it for free? Of course not, because it will take extra labour and materials.'
Many other professional cleaners backed the claims made by the original poster. Credit: Getty Images.
The post has captured the attention of hundreds of users, who praised the cleaner for her insightful post.
One user praised: 'Well said! You cannot clean everything in a house in a couple of hours which is usually the most time you get for cleaning a holiday lot.'
'People who have the luxury of a paid domestic are extremely lucky to be able to afford this so don’t take advantage and expect extras for free!' another agreed.
Others who claimed that they're working in the cleaning industry also took the opportunity to provide more perspectives on the issue of cleaning services and rates, pointing out that many often take the work of cleaners and domestic workers for granted.
One cleaner wrote: 'I totally agree. Some people want quality work and physical labour for next to nothing.'
'It’s quite insulting. I’ve been told on several occasions that my team and I are the best in our area that many picky clients have ever hired so they appreciate the hard work.'
Some said that while many think that cleaning is a no-brainer job, that idea is far from the truth.
'I see this job as a trade, you need to have a certain type of talent to do it properly with extremely high accuracy, efficiency and consistency,' they pointed out.
Another commenter highlights the difference between a cleaner and somebody running a cleaning business, with the latter often getting lowballed by clients.
One professional shared: 'There's also a difference between a cleaner and somebody running a business. It's all good and well going in at a cheap price and offering to do the lot but pretty sure if you properly clean it, it takes hours.'
'I sold myself short at the start of running my business as people did fully take advantage, and people do, naturally. Cleaners need more appreciation. I no longer settle for people who don't appreciate the actual job you're doing for them.'
It's a valid point - we expect a lot from cleaners, and yet we don't always value their work appropriately. This can lead to cleaners feeling underappreciated and undervalued, which is unfair.
While not everyone can afford professional cleaners, having an insight into the cleaning industry can help you understand your needs.
After all, despite the number of cleaning tips that we share here at the SDC, we still need to carefully research and plan our actions so we can maximise the benefits of cleaning.
And by putting ourselves in the shoes of professional cleaners, we can understand how demanding this activity is.
We often take cleaning for granted. We expect our homes to be clean and tidy, without giving much thought to how this is achieved. In reality, cleaning is a complex and demanding task that requires both physical labour and expertise.
Cleaning is not just about dusting surfaces and mopping floors. It also involves ensuring that all areas are free from germs and bacteria.
This requires the use of specialist cleaning products and equipment. It also demands a high level of physical fitness, as cleaning can be physically demanding.
Cleaning is a vital service that helps to keep us safe and healthy. It is important to appreciate the hard work and expertise that goes into providing this service.
There you have it! What are your thoughts on this? Better yet, for those who previously worked as a cleaner, do you have any more insights into the cleaning industry that we should know about? Share them with us in the comments below!
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