Mom2legomaniacs Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I think it is too stressful for me. I am not entirely pleased with the situation. I don't think my expectations are totally reasonable. But I want what I want, you know. I don't think I can go on with the arrangement. Getting it all picked up properly before they come, being around while they are cleaning, and being not totally happy afterwards. All too much for me. I am feeling better now and think I should just do it myself and save the money. I want a thoroughly cleaned house. I am very picky. When I clean, I really clean. I expect others that I am paying to do the same. But that is not really the way it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 There is no way I could ever have someone clean for me...I'm far to picky. I would take the money and do something fun with it and clean the house yourself. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 You should not pay for anything less. For $35/hour my list looks like this: Dust from the tops of everything down with swiffer, this includes baseboards and all molding, televisions and heating elements vacuum entire house top to bottom toilets, showers, sinks and counters inside and out. mirrors as needed, cleaned and polished clean and buff stainless steel appliances run laundry (but I do not fold, iron or put away) clean inside of refrigerator and microwave (stoves are on a monthly schedule, and get done once a month) mop kitchen do dishes and or load and empty dishwasher water the houseplants If you are not getting good service, demand better or find someone else Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I agree with you that some are really no ldifferent than paying to nag your kids. Many I called on last year said, "We send out 1 or 2 maids and they do whatever you tell them to do for 2 hours for this fee." Well heck I can follow my kids around for 2 hours telling them what to do and getting annoyed when they don't do it my way for free.:glare: I can't afford it, but if I could, I'd contract a good company. There are some that do a great job without you having to stand over them and say what you want. Their maids are regulars, so you can request a particuliar one (vs many that have a constant turn-over rate) and they do a very thorough job. You don't stand over them, you can leave knowing they will do the cleaning as requested. They are a bit more expensive, but really not much more considering the superior job they do. I'd call around. My grandmother in law has an awesome service that comes once a week. Right now... I'm training the kids to do most things around here. My dream would be to pay someone to come in once a month and do all the non daily stuff we seems to let fall to the wayside. Things like detailing the kitchen (eww what is it with those venthoods?) and shower rails and ceiling fans/light fixtures and wood paneling.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted October 6, 2008 Author Share Posted October 6, 2008 I did it. I left a message for them releasing of the arrangements. I went the chicken route and called their home knowing they would be out and on the cell. I just told them that some unexpected things have come up so that we would have to stop the situation. Didn't say what the unexpected things were. Just that it makes it so that we cannot continue any longer. Whew! I hate potential confrontation. Eats me alive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Dh and I used to own a cleaning business. We did all the work ourselves. Most of the people we worked for expected a general cleaning for each visit. We did work to accommodate the wishes of individuals. If I were you I would contact the company and address specifics of what you feel is not getting cleaned properly. Maybe leave a written list each visit on an area that you feel requires extra attention. We would get those, like we had guests this week, please take extra care in the guest room and bath. It is stressful to have people in your home. Most of our clients were not home, but I was always more nervous cleaning while they were there. ETA: I see you have come to a resolution. I hope you are able to find another company that will listen to your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted October 6, 2008 Author Share Posted October 6, 2008 I felt a tad intimidated by them. They are husband and wife. There is a certain air about them that makes me feel that way. It might be cultural (they are from Czech/Slov. ) I have worked with men from that area that were intimidating. It may just be a fluke or it may be cultural. The man somewhat intimidates me. I didn't feel comfortable telling him what I wanted. I know that is my issue, but it is an issue. I felt uncomfortable having people in my home cleaning. Especially those that I don't feel totally at ease with. I may look into someone else. But I may just let it go for now. We have some home projects in the works and things are in a bit of an upheaval. It might be easier to just deal with it ourselves for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susie in tx Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm always stressed about cleaning people. I haven't had any come in a very long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I had a cleaning service a long time ago and I could have written your post! I finally asked them to clean the stove well and they stripped the paint off the stove!! (They did apologize up and down and left a check to pay for it - all without me nagging them.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 You should not pay for anything less.For $35/hour my list looks like this: Dust from the tops of everything down with swiffer, this includes baseboards and all molding, televisions and heating elements vacuum entire house top to bottom toilets, showers, sinks and counters inside and out. mirrors as needed, cleaned and polished clean and buff stainless steel appliances run laundry (but I do not fold, iron or put away) clean inside of refrigerator and microwave (stoves are on a monthly schedule, and get done once a month) mop kitchen do dishes and or load and empty dishwasher water the houseplants If you are not getting good service, demand better or find someone else Wow! Can I hire you?:) I have had cleaning services off and on for most of my married life (when I worked and after each baby and now due to some health issues.) Non of them have EVER been that good. The inside of a refrigerator? WOW! How many hours are you there for a 3 br 2 ba home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Yep, that's why I don't hire anyone. I called a service once and they sent me a newly pregnant and exhausted 19 year old girl that didn't know how to clean. I can train my own kids, thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 :grouphug:I'm glad you found your solution. And I for one understand how you feel too...I'm picky...So picky that I'd rather do things on my own even with help around. The good news was/is that now that my littles are big it's easy...It wasn't, but it is now. I'd love to have a cleaning lady, but the only one who would get things done my way is my mom. Geeze, can you say with me..."I am my mother." No more worry about turning into her...I'm there.;) :grouphug:Don't beat yourself up over this. It just wasn't right solution for you.:grouphug: PS...My basement is a disaster... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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