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So you\u2019re in the market to hire a cleaner, but have no clue what to ask? Never fear, we have you covered.<\/p>\n

It can be surprisingly tricky to hire a pro cleaner. Like any other service, cleaning has its own jargon. If you spend a couple of minutes studying up on it, you\u2019ll get exactly what you want out of your cleaner.<\/p>\n

With some input from experienced Airtasker cleaners, Maria P and Melissa C, we\u2019ve boiled it down to five basic questions you should ask every cleaner.<\/p>\n

Will you bring your own equipment?<\/h2>\n

This is a great first question, as some cleaners may expect you to provide the cleaning equipment.<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t own all the tools, this may rule out casual cleaners, who typically don\u2019t own their own cleaning equipment.<\/p>\n

Most professional cleaners will have their own kit and won\u2019t ask you to provide anything.<\/p>\n

Learn more about how to build your own cleaning kit.<\/p>\n

What kind of cleaning can you do for me?<\/h2>\n

This is where the jargon comes into play. There are actually several types of cleans:<\/p>\n

Tidy:<\/strong> Folding and putting away objects in your home, making it look neat. Can involve some basic cleaning.<\/p>\n

Clean:<\/strong> Assuming the home is neat, this involves properly cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming and mopping floors, wiping surfaces and sometimes dusting.<\/p>\n

Deep clean:<\/strong> This is a much more detailed clean, involving getting into nooks and crannies that may be left untouched in a regular clean. It can also involve steaming carpets. An end-of-lease clean<\/a> is typically a deep clean.<\/p>\n

Spring clean:<\/strong> Similar to a deep clean, this also involves going through your cupboards and storage areas, removing any unwanted items. However, taking your junk to the tip is typically not a cleaner\u2019s job. Do not forget to check out the full checklist of spring cleaning services<\/a><\/p>\n

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What time can I expect you and how should I let you in my home?<\/h2>\n

Cleaners will typically give you a couple of hour window in which they expect to arrive at your home. Some may go the extra mile and send you a message when they are on their way.<\/p>\n

You can choose to stay home and let the cleaner in, or you can leave a key out for them somewhere secure.<\/p>\n

However, both Maria and Melissa say they prefer to clean without an audience, so be sure to get out of their way or leave the house when your cleaner arrives.<\/p>\n

How many people will be cleaning my home?<\/h2>\n

Cleaners can work solo or in small teams. It\u2019s good to know how many people you\u2019ll be dealing with upfront, as you don\u2019t want to be surprised by a small army of cleaners on your doorstep.<\/p>\n

What kind of chemicals do you use?<\/h2>\n

You may prefer to have your home cleaned with environmentally-friendly or natural chemicals. If this is the case, you should say so upfront, as cleaners typically stock the most efficient cleaning chemicals — which aren\u2019t always environmentally-friendly.<\/p>\n

Also, some cleaners may opt to use white vinegar as a cheap but effective and environmentally-friendly alternative. It\u2019s a great cleaning agent\u00a0but can leave your home smelling like a fish and chip shop, so be sure to clarify this beforehand if you ask for an environmentally-friendly clean.<\/p>\n

Ready for the end of lease cleaning? Look no further and request a quick quote at Airtasker for a professional cleaner.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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