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.
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
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.
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.