How Often Should a House Cleaner Come?
According to the American Cleaning Institute, Americans spend nearly six hours a week cleaning. That’s almost a full workday scrubbing, wiping, vacuuming—and let’s be honest, occasionally crying into the laundry basket.
So the big question is: how often should a house cleaner actually come?
Let’s dive into it, not with stuffy checklists and generic advice—but with real talk, personal stories, and tips that make a difference.
Life’s Busy. Your Home Doesn’t Have to Be.
I remember one Thursday morning distinctly. I was standing in my kitchen in my robe, staring down a mess that looked like a baking show exploded. The dog had tracked in mud, the kids had somehow left socks on top of the fridge, and I had a Zoom meeting in 14 minutes.
That was the day I decided: “I’m getting help.”
That was also the day I realized how normal that decision is. We ask for help with taxes, we call in pros for plumbing—so why not cleaning?
But how often should that help show up? The answer depends on three things: your lifestyle, your standards, and your schedule.
The Weekly Clean: For Busy Families & High Standards
If you’re anything like Emily—one of our favorite Bravo Maids clients—you’re juggling a lot. Career, kids, carpools, and maybe a golden retriever named Max.
Emily books a weekly cleaning. Why?
Because she knows a clean home doesn’t just feel good—it helps her focus, helps her family stay healthy, and gives her back precious weekend hours.
Perfect for:
- Families with young kids or pets
- People who love that always-clean feeling
- Anyone with allergy concerns or sensitive skin (hello, eco-friendly products!)
Bi-Weekly Clean: The Sweet Spot for Most Homes
Every other week is the most common choice for our clients—and it makes sense. It keeps dust bunnies at bay, bathrooms from becoming biology experiments, and kitchens looking camera-ready.
This was my routine when I lived solo in a small condo. I loved it. I’d do a little upkeep between visits, but my weekends were mine again. Game changer.
Perfect for:
- Couples or small families
- Homes with moderate traffic
- Anyone wanting balance between clean and cost
Monthly Clean: The Maintenance Plan
Some clients prefer a once-a-month deep clean. Think: baseboards, windowsills, behind the fridge—those areas that whisper, “clean me!” but only scream during spring.
This is great if you’re tidy day-to-day but want help tackling the “ugh” tasks.
Pro tip: Add a fridge or oven cleaning to your monthly service. It’s oddly satisfying.
Perfect for:
- Smaller homes or apartments
- Budget-conscious clients
- People who already clean, but want the pros to take the hard stuff
Seasonal Deep Cleans: When Life Gets Messy
Spring cleaning. Pre-holiday chaos. Post-renovation dust storms. Life gives us seasons—some of them dusty, sticky, or just plain overwhelming.
This is when a one-time deep clean swoops in like a cleaning fairy godmother.
One of our clients, Jen, called us in three days before her in-laws arrived for Thanksgiving. “Make it sparkle,” she said. We did—and she texted us a pic of her mother-in-law’s stunned face. Worth it.
Perfect for:
- Prepping for guests or parties
- New baby, surgery recovery, or lifestyle change
- Anyone craving a fresh start
What to Consider When Deciding
Still not sure? Ask yourself:
- How much time do I realistically have to clean?
- What’s my energy level after work or parenting?
- What are my standards for cleanliness?
- Am I stressed out by mess—or does it not faze me?
- Can I budget for recurring help?
And most importantly—how do you want to feel in your space?
What Most Bravo Maids Clients Choose
In San Diego, most of our clients go bi-weekly. It’s the sweet spot between budget and bliss. But we also have plenty who go weekly (especially families) and others who use us monthly, with mini-tidies in between.
Our booking page makes it easy to switch things up as life changes. New job? Baby on the way? Mother-in-law moving in? We got you.
Real Talk: It’s Not Just About Dust
This is about sanity. About coming home and breathing easier. About knowing that even if the day was chaos, your home doesn’t have to be.
One mom told us she tears up every time she sees her made bed—because it’s one less thing on her plate. That’s powerful.
And yes, we clean. But we also care. Our cleaners are background-checked, trained in high-end care, and bring supplies safe for kids, pets, and planet.
Let’s Recap
Weekly Cleaning Service = For busy families, pet parents, and perfectionists.
Bi-weekly Cleaning Service = Great balance for most households.
Monthly Cleaning Service = A little help goes a long way.
Seasonal or one-time = When life says, “Send backup!”
Your cleaning schedule should match your life—not the other way around.
Need Help Deciding? Let’s Chat.
At Bravo Maids, we believe in cleaning up messes, not creating new ones. That’s why we offer flexible plans, simple pricing, and no-pressure scheduling.
Hop onto our website, shoot us a text, or give us a ring. We’ll help you find a rhythm that makes sense for your life.
Because you deserve to come home to clean. ✨
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