FAQ

More about our house cleaning services

What's next?

Before we come please take some time to review the  Cleaning Service that you chose and let us know before your cleaning if you would like any of our Add-On Services.

If you have anything to share with us before you cleaning such as access information, special requests or to edit your services please contact us at 224-607-5500 or office@cleaningforlifellc.com at least 48 hours before your scheduled cleaning so that we can make sure our cleaning technicians are prepared to do the best job possible for you. 

Also, please read and understand our policies before we arrive. If you ever have any questions or concerns, just contact us 

We are here for you!

The day before each cleaning, we’ll send you a reminder. 

Our team arrives during certain windows of time.

Morning cleanings we will arrive between 8 and 9:30am

Afternoon cleanings we will arrive between 11am-1pm

We will send you a text message when we are on the way so that you when to expect us. 

Who provides the house cleaning equipment?

– We do ask that our clients provide the following supplies to avoid cross contamination between homes: vacuum cleaner and toilet brush.

Otherwise,Cleaning for Life provides all of the tools and supplies that our technicians need to clean your home, including scrub brushes, cleaning solutions, and freshly-washed cleaning cloths. If you would prefer to supply your own cleaning products, please contact the office at least one business day in advance of your scheduled cleaning.

How many house cleaners will you send?

For most homes, we assign a single cleaning technician, although we may schedule additional cleaners for larger jobs.

How do I prepare for my house cleaning?

Our team is excited to come and service your home but a little help from you will go a long way toward getting the perfect clean. Before we arrive, please pick up excess clutter, move any fragile items out of the way, and empty the sinks so that our cleaning technicians can safely access all the surfaces in your home. We will clean around your possessions rather than move them.

During the warmer months, it is important that our technicians be able to work in safe temperatures. Please be aware that they may set the air conditioning to as low as 77 degrees Fahrenheit while working in your home and will reset it to your preferred setting before they leave.

Other than that, just secure any pets and make sure that we will be able to enter your home at the scheduled date and time. We know what to do after that!

Will my valuables be safe?

Our cleaning technicians are thoroughly screened and vetted before hiring. While in your home, they are very careful to protect any fragile objects, and will not open drawers, cabinets, closets, or rooms with closed doors without permission. Sometimes accidents can happen, so please see our breakage policy for more information. 

If you have delicate or irreplaceable items, please put them in a closed area or let us know which areas are off limits. And always secure any jewelry, cash, and weapons.

Will I have the same cleaner each time?

Even though our clients are very fond of the cleaners that come, we cannot guarantee which employee will be at your home on any given cleaning day however, we try to keep the same tech.

We take time to certify every employee in company cleaning standards and also conduct background checks, in-person interviews, and paid training for every employee, and we guarantee that you’ll love what they do for your house.

What if I forget to give access for my home cleaning?

If you are not home when the cleaning teammate arrives and have not provided access information in advance, we will contact you and request a way to enter, such as a garage code or hidden key. 

If the cleaning teammate cannot gain access or is turned away at the door, we will charge you a lockout fee up to 100% of the full cost of the cleaning to compensate our cleaning technicians for the lost time.

When will the cleaning teammate arrive?

You choose the date of your cleaning service during your initial scheduling and we will follow up with a confirmation email. We will also send you a reminder the day before each cleaning with the arrival window and the name and a photograph of the employee assigned to your home. The cleaning technician will arrive within that three-hour arrival window. For example, if the arrival window is 11 a.m.–2 p.m., the cleaner may arrive as early as 11 a.m. or as late as 2 p.m. to begin cleaning. If you will not be home when the cleaning technician arrives, simply contact our office at 224-607-5500 to give entry instructions.

What about my pets?

Pets are a part of the family!  During service we recommend that you keep your pet somewhere they will be comfortable — not all of our furry friends like the sound of vacuums or unfamiliar people in their space. Let us know how you’d like to handle your pet ahead of time to keep them safe and happy.

How will the team get into my home?

 If you are not going to be home, please provide a key, door code or garage code.

Please turn off any alarms to prevent them from going off accidentally and tell us if there are any exceptional circumstances that our technicians should know about, such as unsecured pets. Our technicians will lock up after themselves when they leave. 

What if my house cleaning takes longer than expected?

If your cleaning time is expected to last longer than we estimated, you will receive a call from the office. We will notify you of the expected finish time and receive verbal authorization to continue the cleaning.

What if something is broken or damaged?

Our employees take the utmost care in cleaning, however, if one of our employees accidentally breaks an item a note will be left, and our office manager will call you to find out the value of the item and you will be compensated.

What if I need to skip a house cleaning service?

We understand there may be times when you have a change of plans.  We need a 48-hour notice to reschedule or cancel.  If no prior notice is given and we send out a team to clean, we do have a lockout fee up to 100% of the full cost of the cleaning to compensate our cleaning technicians for the lost time.

If you or your family members are ill please let us know as soon as possible. Depending on the circumstances, cleanings will need to be rescheduled and for others we can arrange  a plan for the cleaning to still take place. We still take covid precautions to ensure the wellbeing of our team and other clients. 

Are you insured for cleaning services?

We are a fully bonded and insured cleaning service. We carry insurance for our employees and for the work that we do in your home. We also guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. If you are not satisfied with your cleaning, let us know, and we will do our best to make things right.  

Frequency Options?
  • Weekly
  • Monthly (4 weeks)
  • Quarterly
  • Holidays
  • Special Events
  • Yearly Deep Clean

How to Get Started:

Get a Free Quote

Fill out a free home or office cleaning request form or give us a call at 224-607-5500

Get an estimate

Book Your Cleaning

We will do our very best to accommodate your busy schedule whether you are there to let us in, or leave the key!

Enjoy the Sparkle!

Whenever you talk to our office staff or cleaning team, we will tell you to have a sparkling day! We bring the sparkle to your dream home or office!

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