I’m just going to say it. If you feel judged by your cleaner, you’re using the wrong cleaning service.
Your cleaner isn’t there to judge your mess. They’re there to give you the calm, clean space you deserve. Here are my tips on finding a cleaner who can handle the mess without judgement.
1. Stop judging yourself
The first step is to stop feeling guilty if the cleaning isn’t getting done. It’s not because you’re lazy, it’s because life is busy. And let’s face it – most people have a lot of things they would rather be doing than cleaning the bathrooms. So let go of the guilt, and find your perfect cleaning service to deal with the mess.
2. Call in the professionals
Look for a cleaning service that treats your home with professionalism and respect. A good cleaning service will train their cleaners on how to provide you with a great service. That’s not just about delivering an exceptional clean, it’s about leaving you feeling great too. And that means they don’t make you feel judged for a bit of dust and clutter.
3. Look for real life experience
When you’re looking for a cleaning service, ask about their experience of cleaning a home like yours. Talk about what your day looks like. Are you juggling your work schedule with hectic family life? Does your dog sneak onto the sofa the minute you leave the room? Whether it’s dog hair, laundry or Lego – a cleaner who understands the reality of your busy life will take it all in their stride.
4. Read the reviews
A great cleaning service is about so much more than sparkling surfaces, and often it’s the little things that compel customers to write a review (good or bad). Look for reviews that mention their cleaner is kind, understanding and discreet. If reviews mention passive-aggressive notes or barbed comments from their cleaner, look elsewhere.
5. Be clear on what you want
If the thought of your cleaner making your bed or putting away your underwear makes you cringe, then tell them upfront. We all have boundaries, and a great cleaning service will respect yours. However, don’t let your worries that your cleaner will judge your mess get in the way of them doing their job. You want a clean, calm home, and your cleaner is there to make that happen. So let them do their thing!
6. Build the relationship
When your cleaner understands and respects your needs, your boundaries and your home, you won’t need to worry about judgement. The best way to build that trust is through long-term relationships. Look for a cleaning service who connects you with an individual cleaner so you can get to know each other. If you know who is working in your home, you’ll stop thinking about the mess and start enjoying the sparkling results.
Final thoughts
Managing your work, your family and your home takes a team – and your cleaner should be your star player. Choose a cleaning service that takes time to understand your home and your needs, and you’ll never worry that your cleaner will judge your mess again.
