There are broadly two ways to find a professional cleaner: through a traditional agency or through a platform like my cleanerHUB. They work differently, and the differences matter.
Cash payment between households and cleaners is one of those arrangements that has persisted largely through habit. It's familiar, immediate, and feels simple. But for both sides of the transaction, it offers surprisingly little protection.
The traditional way of finding a cleaner — asking a friend who knows someone, or replying to a card in a newsagent window — has worked for decades. It still works. But online booking has changed what's possible, and for most households, it's simply a better experience from start to finish.
Speed is everything with stains. The sooner you treat them, the better your chances of full removal. Here's a stain-by-stain guide to what actually works.
You don't need a free Saturday to make your home feel cleaner. These ten tasks each take under ten minutes and collectively make a significant visible difference.
Premium surfaces need premium care. The wrong cleaning product on marble, granite or hardwood can cause permanent damage — etching, dulling, or stripping the finish. Here's what you should (and shouldn't) use on the most common delicate surfaces.