Apartment vs. House Cleaning
In this article we will go over the difference between house cleanings and apartment cleanings. We will also go over the main differences between cleaning services and pricing for an apartment vs home. Cleaning services in Salt Lake City Utah can vary by price and area so it is important to reach out and get pricing from multiple places to ensure you get the best deal.
Here are some things to consider when looking for a cleaning service.
- What kind of access does the cleaning staff need to have?
- Are there any pets that need to be put away?
- What areas are in the most need of cleaning?
- What is the budget for this service?
- Is this a recurring need or a one time request?
- How much total sqft needs to be cleaned?
Apartment versus House cleaning in Salt Lake City are readily available and easy to find. Cleaning services and accesibility can vary depending on the area you live in. Parking and building access is important to consider when talking to a cleaning company about gaining access to the space. Make sure to include important details like that when getting pricing.
1. What’s Included in Apartment Cleaning
Apartment cleanings can seem simple since a smaller area = less to clean. Sometimes that can be true, but sometimes it can be tricky working with property management or landlords to gain access to clean apartments. Compared to house cleanings this usually involves interior only spaces as hoa and property management takes care of shared common areas.
Weekly apartment cleanings include:
- Dishes
- Floors (swept, vacuumed, mopped)
- Surface cleaning for countertops
- Toilets, bathtubs, showers
- Putting away debris
- Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Kitchen
Apartments are usually smaller than homes which means extra tasks can sometimes be tacked on without adding much extra charge, make sure to have a list of what services you expect from your cleaners ready before they arrive as cleaning scopes of work can vary from cleaning company to cleaning company. Ask lots of questions and make sure to remind your cleaning company if you are in an apartment so you arent charged for house cleaning prices.
2. What’s Included in House Cleaning
Home cleanings are a bit more straightforward, these are charged by sqft or by room. Gaining access to houses is usually also more straightforward as most homes have home connect apps that allow remote access to the building. Make sure to talk to your team to ensure you have a plan in place for your cleaners to get in.
Weekly home cleanings include:
- Dishes
- Floors (swept, vacuumed, mopped)
- Surface cleaning for countertops
- Toilets, bathtubs, showers
- Putting away debris
- Bedrooms and Batrhooms
- Kitchen
Cleaning requests are adjusted based on home size and client needs. You can request specific services from our staff to be included on your cleaning. Most staff include the main areas in a home which are high traffic. Rooms like kitchens, living rooms and bathrooms are used regularly and need constant attention in house cleaning tasks.
3. Which Option Fits Your Needs?
The best way to know if you are in need of a home versus apartment cleaning is to consider access points and size. You can also just ask yourself; Do I live in a house or apartment?
Here are some questions that can help you identify which type of cleaning you might need.
- Are you living in one of multiple units?
- Is your space smaller than 2000 sqft?
- Do you have access points that restrict access to building or home space?
- Do you share a common area with other tenants?
The main difference between the cleanings is the ability for maids to access the building and plan the time it will take for staff to clean the property based on size.
We hope you found this article helpful for you in your search for cleaning services.
Reach out to MaidServ today to work on your next cleaning project!