Originally published June 29, 2021. Updated September 2026 with a quick summary, how it applies to your home, and answers to common questions.
We all know that it feels embarrassing to call someone to clean your mess, but that is okay. In Scottsdale, people hire maid services to take care of their cleaning duties on a daily basis, so why shouldn’t you? This can help free your time and keep your house in an immaculate state.
However, there are a few things you should do in order to help your house cleaners do their job efficiently. We’ve compiled a few tips that can help you get everything ready in advance.
What should you clean before house cleaning?
In general, since you’ve hired professionals, there’s not much you should clean in advance. The cleaners will do the major part, but there are also some things you can take care of before they come. If you’ve hired a weekly house cleaner, these things also apply to them.
For example, it’s good to wash the dishes that are in the sink, so that the cleaning service can focus on cleaning the sink itself, without the plates and forks lying around. Also, doing your laundry or at least putting the dirty clothes in a hamper is recommended.
How do I prepare for a house cleaning service?
Since there’s not much you have to clean, you can leave that to the maids. However, in order to prepare, make sure to:
1. Move heavy furniture
If you want your cleaner to take care of the dirt under your couch or bookshelf, you shouldn’t expect them to move this furniture in order to clean. Anything that weighs over 30 pounds is too heavy for a cleaner to move, according to their job description, so you should do it yourself in advance.
2. Put away the clutter
A cleaner is supposed to do dusting, washing, and wiping, but organizing is not one of their duties. Moreover, if the cleaner moves some work-related papers you’ve had on your desk in order to wipe the surface, it will be difficult to find them later.
Make putting away all the clutter every time you end your day a habit in your house cleaning schedule. By assigning each item its place, you’ll get into the habit of putting everything away as soon as you’re done using it. Also, your cleaners are going to work more efficiently if all the surfaces are clear.
3. Keep the pets away
We know that pets are adorable and are often just fluffy bundles of joy. But you should keep in mind that not everyone is a fan of pets and some might be scary or distracting to your cleaning service. Before the cleaner arrives, make sure your pets are in a different room or even away from the house, if possible. This can help your cleaners work safely and without distractions.
4. Put away jewelry, important papers, and small electronics
It is never an easy decision to hire a house cleaner, especially if you don’t know if they’re trustworthy. This is why you should avoid the risk of leaving precious items in easily accessible areas. You should put away all the jewelry, bills, insurance papers, and electronic devices. House cleaners are there to tidy your living space, but keeping your expensive items safe is one headache less for you!
Do you want to book Scottsdale’s best maid services?
If you’ve thought about hiring a cleaning company to handle your homework on a monthly or a weekly basis, you’ve come to the right place! Eco Mama Green House Cleaning is here to provide you with the services of some of the best cleaners in the area.
They’ll use green cleaning products and always leave your home in a spotless state. What’s more, your cleaning schedule and checklist are flexible and customizable. Take a relaxing tour of Taliesin West and forget about cleaning because we’re here for you!