House Cleaning in Boston
Our standard house cleaning keeps a lived-in home consistently clean. It covers kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and living spaces on a defined checklist, so you know exactly what is included before anyone arrives. It is the right choice for homes that are cleaned regularly and need upkeep — if your home has not had a professional cleaning in a while, start with a deep cleaning instead.
Who this service is for
- Apartments, condos, brownstone units, and houses in our Boston service area
- Busy households that want dependable upkeep
- Anyone preparing for guests or resetting after a busy stretch
- Note: “house cleaning,” “maid service,” “apartment cleaning,” and “home cleaning” all describe this same service — this page covers all of them
What’s included
Kitchen
- Wipe and disinfect countertops and backsplash
- Clean the outside of appliances, including the microwave inside and out
- Clean and shine the sink and faucet
- Wipe cabinet fronts where reachable
- Empty the trash and reline the bin
- Vacuum and mop the floor
Bathrooms
- Scrub and disinfect the toilet, inside and out
- Clean the tub, shower, tile, and glass
- Clean and shine the sink, counter, and mirror
- Wipe cabinet fronts where reachable
- Empty the trash
- Vacuum and mop the floor
Bedrooms
- Make beds (linens changed if left out)
- Dust reachable surfaces, sills, and furniture
- Tidy and straighten visible surfaces
- Vacuum carpets and rugs; vacuum and mop hard floors
Living areas & throughout
- Dust reachable surfaces, shelves, sills, ledges, and decor
- Wipe light switches, handles, and other high-touch points
- Remove cobwebs within reach
- Straighten cushions and fold throws
- Vacuum all floors; mop hard floors
- Empty trash bins
Not included
- Inside the oven and inside the refrigerator (available as add-ons)
- Interior windows beyond reachable glass (add-on)
- Walls, ceilings, and areas above safe arm-plus-step-stool reach
- Laundry and dishes beyond loading (add-on where offered)
- Heavy clutter organization, hoarding situations, and biohazards
- Mold remediation, pest cleanup, and exterior work
Optional add-ons
- Inside oven
- Inside refrigerator
- Interior windows (reachable)
- Load of laundry
- Inside cabinets
Add-on prices are listed with the rest of our rates on the pricing page.
Before we arrive
- Pick up items you don’t want moved — we clean around what stays out
- Secure pets that are anxious with visitors
- Tell us about parking, building entry, and unit access when you book
- Flag anything fragile or off-limits in the booking notes
Our team and supplies
Staffing model: Owner-operated: cleanings are performed by our own small, directly managed team — never subcontracted or brokered out.. Screening: Every cleaner passes an identity check and a criminal background check before their first job.. Supplies and equipment policy is published with pricing.
If something’s missed
Tell us and we’ll handle it under the re-clean policy: If anything was missed, tell us within 24 hours and we’ll return to re-clean it at no charge..
House cleaning questions
How is standard cleaning different from deep cleaning?
Standard cleaning maintains a home that is already in decent shape. Deep cleaning adds detail work — baseboards, door frames, vent covers, tile edges, and buildup removal. See the full comparison on our deep cleaning page.
Do I need to be home during the cleaning?
No. Many customers give building or key access instructions at booking. Tell us how you'd like to handle entry, and we'll confirm the plan before the visit.
Do you bring supplies and equipment?
Our supplies policy is listed on the pricing page along with everything else that affects your price.
Is this the same as maid service?
Yes — “maid service” is another name for the same standard cleaning. We use “house cleaning” and “cleaning professionals,” but the scope on this page is what either term means here.
What if something gets missed?
Tell us what needs attention and we'll review it under our re-clean policy — the current terms are on the pricing page.
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Ready for a clear price?
Tell us about your home. We’ll show the scope and price before you book.