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How to select a cleaner

There are plenty of cleaners and cleaning companies out there, a quick search on the internet will show you a stream of them nearby just within seconds. The trick is to make the best choice from this mass. 

If you have never hired a cleaner before, this can be an extremely stressful and overwhelming task. To remedy this, we at Good Cleaners Finder have made a short guide on how to best and easily choose a cleaner in The Netherlands.

1. Turn to professionals

A professional cleaner or cleaning company can make your life a lot easier, while amateurs or laymen can make the condition in your home even worse. Therefore, it is good to have an eye on who is doing the job professionally and who is not.

Since this requires years of experience and we want to spare you the trial and error, at Good Cleaners Finder we only have hand-picked and qualified personnel who are trustworthy and friendly in their approach to the job. This is important because cleaners are an invasive external force so to speak and have access to areas of your daily and personal life. Especially when you go on vacation and entrust the key to a cleaner, you want to be sure that everything is in order. 

Most cleaners are absolutely trustworthy, but a few will abuse that trust. Don’t hand over keys to a company without fully investigating their past and checking references from real customers. 

If you can’t find real references on the company’s website, Google the company name to learn more about their work. 

At Good Cleaners Finder, we pride ourselves on our discretion, so we don’t reveal who our clients are. You won’t find any personal customer information on our website, but we do have a good history that you can research online.

2. Verify the competence

Many people think that a cleaner is only concerned with dusting, wiping surfaces, or vacuuming. However, there is much more that goes into it, some of which becomes much more specific. This includes, for example, dealing with red wine stains, the proper cleaning of old and valuable carpets, or the like, where mishandling can maximize the damage.

It is best to ask if these areas are covered and how they will be handled in the event of an emergency before booking. 

Most home cleaning companies should have professional equipment that allows them to go beyond the basics. A quick look at their blog should give you an idea of their approach to cleaning.

If you are looking for someone to stay with you and help you on an everyday basis with all the chores, then you might be looking for a housekeeper. You can read about the difference between a housekeeper and a cleaner in our blog and find out which one suits you best.

3. Random inspections and regular feedback.

When a new working relationship is formed between you and a cleaner or a cleaning company, it is essential to make sure you have open and clear communication. You certainly have some things in your household that you would like to have done in a very specific way. If you communicate this clearly from the beginning, the cleaner can adjust to this and take your wishes into account. This will save you a lot of frustration and time. 

You also make it easier for the cleaner if you don’t sit permanently on her neck and analyze every speck of dust, which is unpleasant and certainly doesn’t ensure better results. Therefore, check rather randomly and trust in the skill of the professional. If you focus on more important things, the investment in a cleaner will pay off even more.

To find out which qualities a cleaner needs you can check out another blog, which goes more into detail.

That’s all you need to know when choosing a cleaner.

Now it is up to you; make the right choice.

You can find Good Cleaners Finder in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Maastricht, Delft, Wassenaar, Eindhoven, Utrecht, and everywhere else in The Netherlands. If you are looking for a professional cleaner or are unhappy with your current cleaner, contact us and book your cleaner today!

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5 Tips for choosing a good cleaner

When looking for a cleaning service or cleaners, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the flood of offers. There are so many, it’s hard to know where to start.
Thus, by the time you’ve waded through all the websites, obtained estimates and compared prices, contacted each cleaning service, and made a final decision, days or even weeks can pass. This is of little use if you would have liked to hire a cleaning service yesterday. And even then, you still have doubts about whether you got the most out of your money.

To save you this long search we, at Good Cleaners Finder, have put together 5 insider tips to keep in mind during your search. You’ll learn what to look for in a reputable house cleaning service, the best times to book, and how to make your cleaning services more affordable.

If you’ve never booked a house cleaning service before or are in the market for a new cleaning service, be sure to read on before booking anywhere.

1. Determine the scope

Since not all cleaning services have the same catalog of offerings, it helps to figure out what you really need help with. Once you’ve identified the specific tasks, such as laundry, cleaning floors, dusting, etc., you can much more easily filter out companies that don’t offer these things. It’s important to pay attention to these things because it can save you some frustration. 

Otherwise, you might come home one day and expect the laundry to be done, even though that’s not part of the service contract.

Also, scope is a budget question. If you have EVERYTHING done in your home, you will come up with a very high final amount very quickly, which may be scary for you. So if you commit to one or two areas, you’ll have a much better idea of the price and be able to calculate with it better because you’ll also know approximately how much work is behind it.

Some cleaning services, such as Good Cleaners Finder, have a helpful spreadsheet or other calculators that you can use to work out how many hours it will take to clean rooms appropriately. This is the best way to manage your budget and still hire a cleaning service.

Another thing you can do is reduce the number of appointments in a month. So instead of weekly appointments, maybe you can get away with bi-weekly appointments. Or if you don’t have kids, even monthly visits are fine – although there are some adults who are messier than some 5-year-olds!

Learn here how to salvage your relationship with your roommates when they’re not so particular about cleanliness.

2. The more frequent the appointments, the cheaper.

Most cleaning services offer “frequency discounts,” so to speak. For example, weekly cleanings cost less than bi-weekly cleanings, which in turn cost less than monthly cleanings. So companies give an incentive to increase frequency.

It may be little difference per week but in the end it all adds up and that’s where you see the difference. It’s good to keep that in mind.

So, with that knowledge in mind, pick the frequency and regularity you need. You can always adjust these later. 

We, at Good Cleaners Finder,  are happy to advise you on this. You can find us online, or in  Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Maastricht, Delft, Wassenaar, Eindhoven, Utrecht, and everywhere else in The Netherlands.

Read here about the importance of frequent and regular cleaning.

3. Find reviews and ask for recommendations

Asking friends, family, and colleagues who have hired a cleaning company before for their recommendation can save you a lot of headaches.

A side benefit of contacting a cleaning service that has been recommended to you is that, in some cases, they will give you credit for the referral AND credit for the person who referred you. That’s a win-win for both of you.

If you don’t know anyone who has used such a service, it is helpful to check out independent websites, such as Google, Yelp, or the like, because these days you never know which reviews on those websites are genuine and which are not.

4. Flat rate price and check the result

Flat rate price is better.

If you find an unbelievable offer, which is much cheaper than all the others, you should first become alert. Most of the time it is not an all-inclusive or fixed price and you will end up with a larger sum than you had planned.

Be on the safe side and choose an offer that includes a fixed price to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Check the final result

We can’t stress this point enough.

After the cleaning, you should do a walk-through with the cleaner to make sure nothing was missed.

Once the cleaners leave, it’s virtually impossible to get them to come back the same day, so make sure everything looks good before they leave.

If you can’t be home during the cleaning, make sure to check out your home as soon as you get home. Reputable cleaning companies, like Good Cleaners Finder have a cleaning service guarantee, but you usually need to let them know of any problems within 24 hours. 

Check out their terms of service to find out what your rights and responsibilities are.

5. User experience

On most providers’ websites, you’ll find a few things that affect the user experience for you. If a site is clean, modern, user-friendly, then you can assume that the operators have taken some money in hand to make the experience as pleasant as possible for you. This raises the seriousness and increases the trust in the brand.

From online customer support chat to appointment scheduling to appointment reminders and much more, we at Good Cleaners Finder use modern technology to provide you with a better user experience.

We’re also honest about costs and don’t try to trick you with “man-hours” or charge you for extra cleanings you don’t need.

What exactly are “man-hours?”

Many people fall into the trap of being quoted a price per hour, but not knowing that this price is per hour per cleaner.

So, for example, if a company says they will charge you 25€ per labor hour and three cleaners come, you will actually be charged 75€ per hour (3 x 25€). Our booking processes are absolutely transparent and traceable. Without hidden costs. Find out more and book your cleaner today.

Bonus: Moving cleaning services

Are you moving in or out? Then you should definitely follow the tips already mentioned, but there are some specifics to consider.

1. Book early

Not only does it get more expensive as the end of the month approaches, but bookings fill up very quickly. If that’s the case you’ll have to clean the apartment yourself (which isn’t helpful if you’re already busy) or settle for whatever help you can find – not exactly ideal for a time-sensitive project like moving in or out of an apartment.

2. Flat rate is still better

When booking a move-out service, opt for one that cleans for a flat rate, rather than an hourly rate. The efficiency and effort of the cleaning staff isn’t known up front, and a flat rate ensures that you know what you’re paying for and won’t be in for a shock when you see the bill.

3. Check the result

This point is already important for normal cleanings, as described above, but especially when it comes to a move-out, this issue is even more important. Especially because it is such a final situation, you want to make sure that everything is perfect.

If you choose an independent cleaning company, they often don’t have a service guarantee and will automatically deny any issues if you call them on it. The same goes for anything stolen or damaged, so double check your insurance to see if you’re covered.

Get informed and book your cleaner today. 

If you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to call us at +41 44 304 88 33 or connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook.

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Do you need a cleaner or a housekeeper?

Despite the fact that the two terms, housekeeper and cleaner are often used interchangeably, they do not refer to the same profession. The similarities are quite quickly apparent, so in this article we will discuss the differences, which are crucial in differentiating the two.

One of the biggest differences between a cleaner and a housekeeper is, the period, of employment. Will they work on a regular schedule – or maybe even live in your home – or will they only come by on an as-needed basis to do deep cleaning and heavy lifting?

In other words, a cleaner is someone you call when you have a big job coming up and want it done quickly or by professionals. For example, you want to move and leave your house in pristine condition or find a new one in such, for that a cleaner is definitely the first choice.

It can be a single cleaner or a cleaning service where a team of people comes and cleans. In any case, a lot of work is done in a short period of time without any regularity, you just call them when you need them again.

Tasks for a cleaner would be:

  • Thorough cleaning of entire kitchens, including cabinets and drawers, interior and exterior of appliances, countertops, sinks, light switch covers, interior and exterior of ovens and microwaves,
  • Vacuuming and mopping, cleaning tables and chairs.
  • Scrubbing and deep cleaning of countertops, sinks, interior and exterior walls, tubs, toilets, floors
  • Scrubbing, polishing and disinfecting bathrooms, toilets, tubs, showers, sinks, chrome, brass, stainless steel and drains
  • Dusting baseboards, doors, picture frames, light fixtures, cabinet and furniture surfaces
  • Cleaning windows and window sills
  • Vacuuming or steam cleaning of upholstery and carpets
  • Vacuuming, mopping and sealing all types of floors

At Good Cleaners Finder you will find high quality and handpicked cleaners in the Netherlands, in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Maastricht, Delft, Wassenaar, Eindhoven, Utrecht, and everywhere else. Find top rated cleaning services in the Netherlands and book today.

A housekeeper, on the other hand, is someone who either comes to your home on a regular basis, typically 4-6 times a week, maybe even lives in your home or on the premises, and works a 35 to 40 hour week, as if employed in an office or similar. 

They will take care of everything that comes up on a day to day basis; making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and keeping things tidy, basically like an assistant of sorts, taking care of all the tedious day to day things.

Tasks for a housekeeper are:

  • Dusting, sweeping and mopping.
  • Washing, folding and ironing clothes
  • Washing, drying and putting away dishes
  • Making beds and changing bed linens
  • Replenishing supplies of personal care products, toilet paper, etc.
  • Picking up toys and clutter
  • General organizing
  • Running errands
  • Grocery shopping
  • Preparing healthy meals
  • Walking and taking care of pets
  • Waste disposal and recycling

Now that we’ve outlined the differences: Do you need a cleaner or a housekeeper? Contact Good Cleaners Finder and find your perfect solution in The Netherlands.

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What to look for in a cleaner

Many know it; the house is absolutely chaotic, the children still contribute to the mess and the partner cleverly avoids helping with an important appointment at work.

You are fed up. You want a clean house, but the truth is that you are too busy yourself. You dream of the clean and tidy home you see in magazines, but you can’t seem to make it yourself.

Search for these characteristics

It’s time to hire a cleaner in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Maastricht, Delft, Wassenaar, Eindhoven, Utrecht, and everywhere else in The Netherlands with housekeeping skills to do this for you. Look for these five qualities when hiring, and the house will be clean in no time.

Caring

Secretly you are looking for someone who will treat your home with the same care as you would. The person should be careful and meticulous with your belongings.

This is an important quality of a housekeeper. They will touch everything from your sheets to your grandmother’s antique vase, so care is the highest priority.

Detail orientation

If you hire a cleaner who pays attention to detail, you will get the house exactly the way you want it. It is as simple as that.

The cleaning lady should listen to your needs and be willing to take instructions and carry them out according to your wishes. If you want the skirting boards to be cleaned or certain products to be used, these details must be taken care of.

The quality of the service you receive from the cleaner depends on their ability to pay attention to details. They must not only know what to do, but also how to do it.

Diligence

Cleaning is hard work. If it were easy or quick, you might as well do it yourself. You don’t want to hire someone to come to your home and watch TV or socialize with you.

If you pay someone to clean your house, you want a house that is clean from top to bottom. Work ethic can make a huge difference in the end result.

Qualification for the job

Professional cleaners that provide a quality cleaning service have certain skills that hobby cleaners, for example, do not have. It is about more than just vacuuming the floor. People who do it professionally know the best products, they know how to remove those annoying stains from the laundry, how to get the oven clean and all the things that formal training entails. They have organizational talent.

If a commercial cleaner is a professional, they also have a license and good references. These things will be part of the qualification package that they bring to their job.

Trustworthiness and honesty

This point is probably obvious. You do not want to let anyone into your house, your personal premises, who is not trustworthy. It is important that you hire a person you trust and who behaves professionally.

You know that you want to hire help. Having a clean house will be a dream. Think of all the extra time that this will create in your life.

To find a cleaner and take care of all these things at the same time can be difficult, especially if you are very busy yourself.

That’s why we at Good Cleaners Finder only have hand-picked cleaners, who of course we have tested for these 5 skills. They are all selected according to the strictest criteria to give you the best and most satisfying result. 

Book your cleaner today and never worry about cleaning again.

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Get a cleaning service and have a great relationship with your roommates

Living in a shared flat and having roommates is usually a nice thing, you always have someone in the house to talk to, you can share things and have your privacy. But what to do if the constant mess of your roommates in the rooms you share drives you crazy? You don’t want to risk the good relationship you have with your roommates, but living in disorder constantly burdens you.

Then it is time for Good Cleaners Finder. This is a website where you can find a professional cleaner in a few minutes. Just enter the number of rooms and you will get a price immediately. The best part – payment, scheduling and chatting with cleaning professionals – are all managed through the website. They cover Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Maastricht, Delft, Wassenaar, Eindhoven, Utrecht and everywhere else in The Netherlands.

Here are 5 things to remind you that you urgently need a cleaning service to maintain a healthy relationship with your roommates:

1. This overfilled trash can with Amazon boxes stuffed next to it.

We all know it, this one trash can that was last emptied two weeks ago. You missed the day to put it out for garbage collection once and now everyone has slowly given it up. Nobody dares to touch it anymore, because the smells coming from its depths are driving everyone out of their minds, which no lavender-scented candle can cover-up.  Let an expert from Good Cleaners Finder take care of it.

2. The sink full of dishes

When you and your roommates were looking for an apartment and walked around the apartment, you fell in love. Everyone got their own room. Everyone shared the bathroom with only one other person. And the square meters! For an apartment in this area? That’s crazy! The only thing missing was a dishwasher. But like most things in life, you just can’t have everything. So you definitely signed for the apartment. Everyone said: “I have absolutely no problem washing dishes by hand” and everyone lied. Your sink is now filling up with dishes every day, and no one in the apartment has the willpower or the time to clean it up. Visit Good Cleaners Finder.

3. Toothpaste residue on the sink

The dried-on toothpaste remnants of terror. It would literally take 3 seconds to rinse the sink with a little water after brushing your teeth to keep it clean for everyone else. But that is simply still too much to ask for some of your roommates. Before you figuratively kill them, you better Book a cleaner.

4. Spaghetti-sauce stove

One of your roommates, who never showed any interest or talent for cooking, has decided to cook a homemade spaghetti sauce with his girlfriend in your kitchen. Sweet!

The action was good for their relationship, but certainly not for the stove, which has been looking like a battlefield ever since. Now the sauce is so dried and crusty that you wouldn’t even get it off if you wanted to. You don’t want to live with this anger in your heart towards your roommate – find a professional at Good Cleaners Finder who will clean up everything for you.

5. The general chaos in the living room

Your living room is a common room, and when you originally moved into this apartment, you made it the perfect place for your conversations. Your roommates bring friends because it is so beautifully decorated – some even stay on the couch for the weekend! And that’s fine for you because it’s always great to meet new people! But after weeks and weeks, crumbs of chips stay in the carpet, bits of salt sticks crunch in the folds of the sofa, too much pedestrian traffic has slipped the carpet across the room. What was once a beautiful living room now looks like your bachelor pad again. You are better than that. Make sure that it always looks perfect – visit Good Cleaners Finder.

Remember that these are your friends – and you want them in your life, even when you move out. Or maybe they are not. But you don’t have time for passive-aggressive texts or the power struggles that result from the doomed “roommate cleaning plan” that never takes hold. Make yourself useful and hire a cleaning professional. Book a cleaner.

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