Moving into a new place is an exciting ordeal!
But when you move in and find the apartment or house you just rented dirty or unkempt – that kind of kills the whole vibe doesn’t it?
Call the landlords, and you’re told that the cleaners have already been by … or have they.
Fortunately, we at Starline Cleaning Services Kelowna are here to save the day with our handy 3 big tips on choosing the best local move in & move out cleaning in Kelowna for you.
Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, stick around and read on to find out about some of the best ways you can pick the right cleaning company and get your place freshened up in no time.
Tip #1 – Find A Company That Can Fit Your Timeframe
Let’s face it – moving can happen on the fly. And when you’re trying to sort out the logistics behind everything, very little time can be left to get the place cleaned and turned over.
That’s why you’ve got to make sure that any company you might be working with completely understands this and actually has room to fit you in comfortable. In turn, you’ll be able to avoid delays, missed appointments, and a low-quality rushed cleaning job.
In addition to this, you’ll be able to save a hefty penny too!
Most cleaning companies charge extra for same-day or next-day cleaning jobs. So it’s a good idea to schedule yours at least a few days in advance. But as the rule of thumb goes – the more in-advance you book, the more you’ll save.
Tip #2 – Cleaners After Movers, Always
While this one should come as no surprise for most folks, you’d be taken aback by the amount of times we’ve gotten a move-out cleaning request, where the movers would supposedly come afterwards.
Of course, having the movers come by ahead of time is your best bet, because:
- The cleaners have access to all of the areas typically covered by furniture that would remain dirty if you clean first and move the furniture after.
- It’s very hard to clean when the floor and living space is a moving-box-maze, this leads to cancelled jobs, or subpar results.
- You get to avoid re-cleans & spending more money on new cleaning needs that pop up after the movers have been by.
All in all – it’s good to have your ducks in a row. This allows for a more effective cleaning, which leads to way less stress once you’ve got to hand over the keys.
Tip #3 – More People Doesn’t Mean Quicker Or Better
While it can certainly be tempting to have a team of 4 people come by to clean your rental unit – it’s generally not a great idea.
Most cleaning companies in Kelowna and the surrounding areas bill by the man-hour. This means you’re paying a certain rate per hour per person that they dispatch to your rental.
Typically, cleaners will work in teams of 2 on 2-floor homes and bigger properties, and at times, solo cleaners for apartments & condos. This allows the cleaners to provide a high degree of attention to detail while working at an efficient pace. In turn, the work gets done quicker, you get better results and everyone’s happy.
However, if you put too many cooks in the kitchen, it can actually deter the progress of the work, and lead to sub-par results when the cleaning comes to an end.
This is why we recommend avoiding excessively large or small teams for your cleaning needs.
Not sure how many people you need for your cleaning? Send us a quick message for a free online quote – we’ll be happy to help!