How to Reduce the Costs of Professional Cleaning Services: Tips for Clients

Everyone has different budgets and priorities when it comes to maintaining their homes. Our domestic cleaning team adapts our services to suit each client’s needs, and we believe that there are ways to keep professional cleaning services both affordable and effective. If you're looking to cut costs while still enjoying the benefits of a cleaner, more organised home, there are several strategies you can consider.

Here are some practical tips you can use to reduce the costs of professional cleaning services.

1. Maintain Your Property Throughout the Week

One of the simplest ways to reduce the cost of professional cleaning is to keep up with basic cleaning tasks between visits. The cleaner will spend less time on routine tasks, allowing them to focus on the deeper or more specialised cleaning that requires their expertise. Here’s how maintaining your home during the week can help:

• Daily tidying: Taking a few minutes each day to tidy up, put things away, and keep clutter at bay can make a significant difference. Simple tasks like clearing surfaces, putting toys or belongings back in place, and making the beds ensure that the cleaner doesn't spend unnecessary time organising before they get to actual cleaning.

• Spot cleaning: Wiping down kitchen counters and sinks after use, quickly cleaning spills, and ensuring the bathroom is in reasonable condition will all reduce the amount of time a cleaner needs to spend in these areas. Regular vacuuming or sweeping in high-traffic areas can also help maintain floors between professional visits.

• Empty the bins: This is a small but time-saving task. If bins are emptied before your cleaner arrives, they can focus on bigger cleaning tasks rather than managing routine waste removal.

  
  

By taking care of small tasks, you can limit the time the cleaner needs to spend on your property, which ultimately reduces the hours (and costs) needed for professional services.

2. Tailor the Cleaning Service to Your Needs

Many clients assume that a full, top-to-bottom clean is always necessary. However, you can significantly reduce costs by choosing only the specific services you really need. At our company, we offer flexible options to suit a range of budgets, so if you're looking to cut back, consider focusing on the tasks that require the most attention or expertise.

• Target problem areas: If your kitchen and bathrooms need regular deep cleaning, but your living spaces are generally well-kept, you can ask your cleaner to concentrate on those high-priority areas. This targeted approach ensures that you're only paying for the services that matter most to you.

• Limit frequency: While some clients prefer weekly cleaning, you might find that a fortnightly or monthly clean is sufficient if you keep up with day-to-day maintenance yourself. Reducing the frequency of visits can result in significant savings without sacrificing cleanliness.

3. Prioritise Deep Cleaning Less Frequently

Another way to reduce cleaning costs is to schedule deep cleaning services less often. While deep cleans are essential for tackling areas that are harder to maintain, they don’t need to be done on a weekly basis. You might opt for:

• Regular surface cleaning: Booking a cleaner for basic tasks like vacuuming, mopping, and wiping down surfaces every week, while saving more intensive tasks (like cleaning inside cupboards, washing windows, or scrubbing tile grout) for a less frequent deep clean.

• Seasonal deep cleans: Instead of having a deep clean with every visit, consider scheduling deep cleaning tasks two or three times a year, or seasonally. Spring cleaning or end-of-year deep cleans can refresh your home, while routine maintenance can keep it in good condition between these larger sessions.

4. Combine Services with a Neighbour

If you and your neighbours are both looking for a professional cleaner, one clever way to save money is to combine services. Some cleaning companies offer discounts or reduced rates when multiple jobs are located in the same area, as this reduces travel time and costs for the cleaner.

• Back-to-back bookings: You can arrange for the cleaner to work at your home and then move directly to your neighbour's, making it a win-win for both of you. Even a small discount can add up over time, and the cleaner benefits from maximised efficiency.

• Shared costs for communal areas: If you live in a shared building or flat, you might also consider splitting the cost of cleaning communal areas, like entrances, hallways, or shared kitchens. This way, everyone shares the expense, and the cleaner gets more work in the same visit.

5. Provide Your Own Cleaning Supplies

Many professional cleaning services charge for both labour and the use of their cleaning supplies. If you want to save money, you can offer to provide your own cleaning products and equipment. This reduces overhead costs for the cleaner, and you can control the types of products used in your home.

• Stock up on basics: Ensure you have all the essentials, such as disinfectants, floor cleaners, glass cleaners, cloths, and mops. This is particularly helpful if you prefer eco-friendly or specific brands of products.

• Provide equipment: If you have a high-quality vacuum cleaner, steam mop, or other specialised tools, letting your cleaner use them can save both time and money, as they won’t need to bring their own.

6. Take Advantage of Discounts or Promotions

At our company, we often run seasonal promotions or offer discounts for first-time customers or for clients who book recurring services. Be sure to keep an eye out for these offers, as they can help make professional cleaning more affordable. Additionally:

• Loyalty programmes: Many cleaning services offer discounts for long-term clients or rewards for referrals. If you plan on using a cleaner regularly, it’s worth asking about these options.

• Bundle services: Some companies provide package deals that combine multiple cleaning tasks or services, such as window cleaning or carpet cleaning, at a discounted rate. Bundling services can offer better value than booking them separately.

7. Change the Service Type

If you're looking to save on costs, another effective way is to downgrade the service type from a deep clean to a regular clean. While a deep clean is excellent for tackling built-up grime and reaching hidden areas, it's not always necessary on a weekly or even monthly basis.

Opting for a regular clean focuses on maintaining surface-level cleanliness and hygiene, which can be just as effective in keeping your home looking fresh, especially if you’re maintaining the property yourself throughout the week. Tasks like vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and cleaning the kitchen and bathroom are generally sufficient for most homes during routine cleaning sessions.

By choosing a regular clean, you can ensure your home stays tidy without the extra cost that comes with a more detailed, labour-intensive deep clean. You can always schedule a deep clean less frequently, saving it for when your home really needs that extra attention.

Final Thoughts

By taking a few simple steps to maintain your property, tailor your cleaning services, and take advantage of discounts, you can significantly reduce the costs of hiring a professional cleaner. At our company, we’re always happy to work with clients to create a cleaning plan that fits both their needs and their budget. By focusing on what matters most to you, and considering the tips we’ve shared, you can enjoy a clean, comfortable home without breaking the bank.

If you’re interested in learning more about how we can customise our services to your specific needs and budget, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re here to help make professional cleaning affordable and accessible to everyone.