How to Prep Your Home for a Cleaning Service

Apr 7
2 min read

(So You Get the Best Results Without the Stress)

Booking a professional clean is one of the best things you can do for your home — less mess, less stress, and more time back in your day. But did you know there are a few small things you can do before your cleaners arrive to make sure everything goes smoothly?

Here’s a simple checklist to help you prep your home before a professional clean — whether it's a maintenance clean, deep clean, or end-of-lease service.

✅ 1. Do a Quick Tidy-Up

We don’t expect perfection, but doing a light tidy can help your cleaners work more efficiently.

Pick up personal items (clothes, toys, dishes, paperwork)
Clear countertops if you want them fully wiped
Move any breakables or valuables you’d rather not have touched

The cleaner the surfaces, the deeper the clean!

✅ 2. Secure Pets (If You Have Them)

We love furry friends — but for everyone’s safety and comfort:

Keep pets in a separate room, backyard, or take them out during the clean
Let your cleaners know ahead of time if you have pets in the home

✅ 3. Decide on Your Priorities

Have a few things you really want cleaned? Let your cleaners know!

Want extra attention on the oven? Bathroom walls? Baseboards?
Letting us know your priorities helps us focus on what matters most to you

At True Pristine Cleaning Services, we’re happy to follow your preferences.

✅ 4. Make Access Easy

Make sure someone is home to let the cleaners in — or provide access instructions if you’ll be out
Disarm any alarms, and leave keys or gate codes if needed
Make sure water and power are available (especially for deep/end of lease cleans)

✅ 5. Leave Space to Work

If we’re cleaning floors, try to:

Move small furniture if possible (e.g. stools, mats, bins)
Let us know in advance if you need furniture moved

We’ll work around large items, but clear space = cleaner results.

✅ 6. Relax — You Don’t Have to Leave (But You Can)

You’re welcome to stay home during the clean, but many clients prefer to head out, run errands, or relax elsewhere while we do the work.

Either way — we’ll respect your space and get the job done.

Final Tip: Communicate!

Every home is different. If you have any special instructions or areas of concern, just let us know before we start.

🧼 Ready for a Refresh?

At True Pristine Cleaning Services, we bring all supplies, show up on time, and clean with care. Whether it’s a regular clean or a deep scrub-down, we’ve got your home covered.

📅 Book your next clean today — and enjoy the feeling of coming home to clean.

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