One of the questions I get at TaylorMaid Cleaning Service is, “Should I have my house cleaned every two weeks or once a month?” I usually ask a question back: “What does your house look like two weeks after you clean it?” If the dog hair is already gathering along the baseboards and you’re wondering when you’ll get to the bathrooms, that tells you a lot about which schedule will make your life easier.
When biweekly cleaning makes sense
Cleaning every two weeks is a good fit if you have pets that shed, a busy household, or a schedule that makes it hard to keep up with the floors and bathrooms. Even if you wipe down the kitchen counters every night, vacuuming the whole house or scrubbing the shower can be harder to fit in.
With biweekly visits, our team can stay ahead of things like pet hair, dust, and bathroom buildup. You’ll still have everyday tasks like dishes and laundry, but having the floors and bathrooms cleaned regularly can take a big chunk out of your weekend to-do list.
When monthly cleaning makes sense
Monthly cleaning can work well if your home gets less daily traffic or you already do a fair amount of cleaning between visits. Maybe you vacuum a couple of times a week, wipe down the bathroom sink, and mop the kitchen when it needs it. A monthly visit gives you a regular reset and some help with the jobs you tend to put off.
Pets can fit into either schedule. If you already vacuum regularly and keep up with muddy paw prints, monthly may suit you just fine. If you feel like you’re always chasing fur across the floor, every two weeks may be a better fit.
Why biweekly cleaning costs less per visit
At Taylor Maid Cleaning Service, a biweekly cleaning typically costs less per visit than a monthly cleaning for the same home and scope of work. With less time between visits, there’s usually less buildup to tackle, so we can maintain the house in less time. After several weeks, floors, showers, and other regularly used areas often need more attention.
If you’re comparing your overall budget, keep the number of visits in mind. Biweekly service generally costs more over the course of a month because you’re paying for more visits, even though each visit costs less.
An easy way to decide
Think about what you realistically have time to clean between visits. If you’re comfortable keeping up with the floors and bathrooms most weeks, start with monthly. If those jobs are the ones that keep slipping to next weekend, biweekly may give you the breathing room you’re looking for.
Still deciding? Reach out to Taylor Maid Cleaning Service. Tell us a little about your home, your pets, and the chores you’d most like help with. We’ll talk through both schedules and help you choose one that fits your household and your budget.
XO ~Sherri