How often should you get your house cleaned? It is one of the first questions new clients ask us, and there is no single right answer. The best schedule depends on the size of your home, how many people and pets live there, how much you entertain and your budget. Here is how to decide between weekly, biweekly and monthly cleaning, and where an occasional deep clean fits in.

When Should the Cleaning Professional Come?

You don’t need someone to come to your home daily to have a clean house.

If there’s a stretch between the cleaning visits, grime and dirt will accumulate. Your home could end up with different kinds of allergens and contaminants.

Keep your home neat by working with professional cleaning workers. They could come weekly, biweekly, or even once a month.

This all depends on your situation and your particular circumstances. Does your home get dirty fast? Do you find you get stressed at the chaotic mess and prefer to have a cleaner come more often? What’s your budget?

If you live alone and don’t have pets, you could probably get by with a monthly cleaning. Yet, if you have a busy household with kids and pets, you might want to get a cleaner once a week.

Learn more about the signs you should hire a professional cleaner.

What Most of Our Clients Choose

Most Buckets & Bows clients have their homes cleaned biweekly, every two weeks. Weekly cleaning is usually the better fit for larger families, homes with a few pets, or anyone who wants the house guest-ready at all times, because high-traffic areas like the kitchen and bathrooms never get a chance to build up.

Monthly service works well for empty nesters and for people who keep up with light cleaning themselves between visits. A monthly visit costs more than a weekly or biweekly one because there is more buildup to clear each time, but it can still be the right fit for a quieter household and a tighter budget.

Whichever schedule you choose, recurring house cleaning keeps your home at the same standard every visit, and you can change the frequency as your life changes.

What About Once a Week?

You might want to hire a cleaning professional to come once a week. This is an excellent option for someone who wants to maintain the cleanliness of their home.

When your cleaning professional arrives, they will follow a specific schedule. They wipe down the counters, sanitize appliances, dust, vacuum, and sweep the floors. They might also deep clean the kitchen or bathroom.

Weekly cleaning services can benefit a family with pets or lots of kids. If you prefer a clean and organized home, look at hiring a professional cleaner once a week. Your cleaner can keep high-traffic areas neat.

What About Twice a Month?

Most people like to do things they love during downtime. They might want to pursue their hobbies or spend time with family.

When you schedule bi-weekly cleaning services, you can enjoy your rest. You’ll know you get to come home to a clean home.

Don’t worry about arranging cleaning appointments spontaneously. You’ll know someone’s coming to clean your home on a specific date and time.

Bi-weekly cleaning services will allow the cleaner to focus on general areas.

A benefit of bi-weekly cleaning is you’ll get more help. They will finish high-quality cleaning, so you won’t need to worry about a deep clean later in the month.

Hiring someone to come clean every two weeks will help you save money. The fewer times your cleaning professional comes means not a high price.

Your cleaning professional will complete more work when they visit bi-weekly. This way, they aren’t spending much time working on different tasks because things have built up.

Are You Planning a Special Event?

Some people will hire a professional cleaner to deep clean their home for an upcoming celebration. If your child’s graduating from university, and you want to host a party, hire professional cleaners.

You can get your home ready for the influx of relatives and friends. Don’t stress about trying to handle cleaning alone. Ask the house keeper to focus on certain projects you can’t finish.

You might also hire a house cleaner before a major holiday.

Do You Need to Sell Your Home?

Another reason someone will hire a cleaning service is if they need to sell their house. Hiring a professional housekeeper during this season of life will help you.

You don’t need to worry about deep cleaning tasks. Work with a professional cleaning company. They can come into your home and make it look fantastic for interested buyers.

If your house is on the market for a while, it might be worthwhile to hire a cleaner to come in once a week.

Will Once a Month Help?

Weekly and bi-weekly cleaning remain popular. Yet a monthly service is also another excellent option. It’s great for people who want to keep up with their weekly cleaning.

Once a month, cleaning will work for someone who isn’t home but travels for work.

Monthly cleaning will ensure your cleaning professional completes a thorough job. It’s more comprehensive than weekly or daily cleaning.

The extra time your professional has will work in your favor. Yet, you will spend more on these monthly cleanings. This might fit your budget and needs, depending on your lifestyle and schedule.

Where an Occasional Deep Clean Fits In

Some clients hire us only once or twice a year, to get the house ready for the holidays or a party, or to supplement their own regular cleaning. These occasional visits are usually a Top-to-Bottom Deluxe deep clean, which tackles the layers of dirt and grime that build up over time.

A deep clean at least once a year also helps if you have recurring service, because a home that starts from a deep clean takes less time to maintain. And when you are changing homes, a move-in or move-out cleaning gets every cabinet, appliance and room ready for the next chapter.

Consider Hiring Professional Housekeepers

Working with professionals can keep your home clean and free of contaminants. Work with cleaners who have lots of experience and provide excellent customer service.

Think about your lifestyle and schedule. Do you need someone every week, every other week or once a month?

You should find housekeepers in your area. Contact us today if you want a free quote for cleaning services. We would love to chat with you.