Scheduling professional house cleaning services offers numerous advantages, including more free time, a spotless residence, and better indoor air quality. If you recently requested cleaning services for the first time, there are a few prep steps to take before the technicians arrive. Review them here to streamline the cleaning process. 

How to Prepare For Professional House Cleaning Services

1. Declutter

Clutter interferes with cleaning because the technicians must move large items to clean beneath or around them; organizing is not part of cleaning services. Provide clear surfaces for the team to clean, which can mean removing junk mail, kids' and pets' toys, loose change, clothes, and anything else that hinders vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing, and sanitizing. Any dirty dishes in the kitchen sink should be cleaned and put away, since most cleaning crews do not wash them. 

2. Put Valuables Away

Any items of monetary or sentimental value should not be left out, as they can make the cleaning team uncomfortable and concerned about accidentally breaking your belongings. Fragile items cause the same concerns. Place all valuable and delicate belongings in a locked closet or room the cleaners do not need to work on, which provides both you and the team with peace of mind. 

3. Communicate Specific Needs

If there is anything you want the team to pay special attention to, such as the oven that needs deep cleaning or a guest room shower that requires extra scrubbing, let them know. This eliminates post-cleaning concerns and keeps you satisfied with the results. 

4. Secure Pets

Cats should stay in the basement or any other space that will not undergo cleaning and has a door. Dogs can stay outside if the yard is fenced in, or in certain rooms or crates, depending on their size and age. If you have birds or exotic pets, such as a snake, let the cleaners know that the cages are secure and do not require cleaning. This is particularly important for any cleaning technicians with certain animal fears or phobias. 

For detail-driven house cleaning services that always satisfy, work with JTS Cleaning in Apple Valley, MN. This team of bilingual, highly trained technicians offers weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly services, as well as move-in and move-out cleaning. Call (612) 987-2813 today to make an appointment, or learn more about house cleaning services online.