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The Trusted Name in Local Cleaning Service Referrals

Experienced

Unlike large cleaning companies, we know there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all cleaning service. Different homes and different people have different requirements. Using the Handy platform to connect with a neighborhood cleaner, you’re not only supporting the community you live in, but you’re using an experienced professional, who has the know-how and the can-do attitude to tackle even the toughest of jobs. You get to check ratings and reviews from genuine customers like you, so you can rest easy, knowing the local cleaning professional you are matched with is the best around.

Skilled and Capable

You might think that anyone can be a professional, local house cleaner, but the truth is that it requires a specific skill-set and certain capabilities. Cleaning a home from top to bottom is a physically demanding job, especially if you’re cleaning more than one in a day. Cleaners booked through the Handy platform know all the tips and tricks of the trade to ensure they deliver a premium quality service. From knowing the right cleaning products to use, to clever hacks to ensure your home is spotless, book a local cleaning service using Handy and you’re booking a local professional who has made cleaning their livelihood.

Reliable

There’s nothing worse than waiting for a cleaner to turn up, particularly if you’ve got somewhere to go or something important to do. The local cleaning service professionals who use Handy know that their reputations depend on your satisfaction, from the service they deliver to showing up on time. Local cleaners using Handy are more dependent on upholding their status as a professional than those employed by a large cleaning corporation, so they’ll work harder and deliver a better service, every time. Reliable and ready to work, cleaners hired through Handy want nothing more than to give you the best service.

Flexible

If you book a neighborhood cleaning service through a big cleaning company, the chances are you’ll be locked into that booking. If you try and change the booking or need to cancel, you could be penalized with extra fees. At Handy, we know that our customers’ schedules can change and if something comes up and you need to cancel or reschedule – it’s not a problem; just let us know at least 24 hours before your appointment and we’ll be happy to find another time that works better for you.

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Your home, cleaned your way

One of the problems with using a larger cleaning company is that their cleaners tend to work with certain policies and parameters. You might find that some things are beyond what they are allowed to do, leaving you to do the chores you wanted taken care of by your cleaning service. Use Handy to connect with a local neighborhood cleaner and you can let them know from the outset what you want to be done, and how. To start the ball rolling, the platform features an online checklist where you can input any instructions you have for your chosen cleaning professional. As you and your cleaner get to know each other, you’ll find you can simply ask them to carry out other tasks, creating a fully personalized cleaning service.

An affordable luxury

Once upon a time, hiring a neighborhood cleaning service used to be a luxury reserved for a select few. The Handy platform has changed all that, making it an affordable service for time-strapped parents, busy entrepreneurs, and overworked professionals! From the outset, cleaners who use the Handy platform come with clearly-defined, competitive, and reasonable pricing. There are no hidden fees so the price you’re seeing is the price you’ll pay. You don’t even have to worry about having cash on the day; the Handy platform features a secure online payments system, removing the need for cash entirely.

A quality service done by professionals

Whether you decide to have your home cleaned once a week, twice a week, or once a month, you’re assured a professional cleaning service when you use the Handy platform. All cleaners are vetted, screened, and background-checked, so you don’t even have to be home to let them in. Leave your key with your doorman or in a lockbox, go and do what you’ve got to do, and then come back to a sparkling home. You can ask the cleaner to bring their own cleaning products or, if you have your own favorite products, you can ask them to use your own. Whatever you want from your local cleaning service, you’ll find cleaners who offer their services on Handy are true professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in a maid service cleaning?

See what's included in a local cleaning service.

Which professional will come to my place?

Handy has a vast network of experienced, top-rated cleaners. Based on the time and date of your request, we work to match you with the best professional available.  Like working with a specific pro? Add them to your Pro Team from the mobile app and they'll be requested first for all future bookings.  You will receive an email with details about your professional prior to your appointment.

Can I skip or reschedule bookings?

You can reschedule any booking for free at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled start time. If you need to skip a booking within the minimum commitment, we’ll credit the value of the booking to your account. You can use this credit on future cleanings and other Handy services.

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Meet Some of the Top Local Cleaning Service Pros on Handy

Download the app to search and book top professionals in your area. Build a pro team so that you always have a great group of go-to professionals for all your household needs.

Marta D.

Handy Premium Pro
21 jobs completed
Hello! Let me give you a helping hand. I have over three years cleaning experience. I am willing to help with standard and deep cleans including common areas, living room, bathroom, kitchen, organizing

Pascale J.

Handy Premium Pro
250 jobs completed
I promise I will leave your house smelling good and shiny you will have no complaints.I assure you that my services amazing .Look at my reviews so you can be the judge of that. Please book me I’m available anytime if you request me .Have a Great Day.

Gino H.

Handy Premium Pro
25 jobs completed
My name is Gino and I have over 20 Years of sales, customer service, and remodel/renovation/handyman type of experience with 23 investment properties where ground up property enhancements were performed single handedly. These enhancements and repairs included everything t imaginable from complex electrical work to plumbing to my specialty and niche of home theater and custom cabinetry.

Customer Reviews

48,291 Reviews for Local Cleaning Service

elisabeth s.

Jennifer was amazing; very friendly and cleaned well. I would highly recommend her. It was a pleasure meeting her.

Charles G.

Orriel did a very good job, but the floor could have been slightly cleaner. But again, very good job

Kurt H.

Melissa was fantastic! Professional and detail-oriented and would love to have her clean our home again.

Shawn L.

Araceli did a very nice job and was very professional. I appreciated that she asked me to check her work for anything she may have missed!

Marisa C.

Service was perfect! Very well cleaned & much attention to detail. Cleaner was very kind & arrived promptly on time with everything needed!

Louise T.

Very prompt! Came home to a very clean house. Sasa also took care of some of the little things, which makes all the difference. Thank you.

Divya M.

He did the best job of all the people that have ever come to clean from handy; was also the most efficient. I'd give six stars if I could!

Marcus P.

Hey, nice job if you can ensure all the pet hair is off the sofas and upstairs carpet it would be great. Otherwise all good. Thank you

marco g.

very thorough and when i got home it smelled freshly cleaned. gave me flashback to how my mom used to clean our house. definately recommendi

Megan H.

Dayane went above and beyond to get in between cracks and grooves and under edges and out of sight spots. She took initiative and was incredibly receptive to guidance and encouraged my constructive feedback. I’ve experienced a few Handy professionals and Dayane is one of the best, she raises the bar to a new standard. And she was the utmost of poised and pleasant to work with! Thanks Dayane!

Recent Job Requests

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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 9, 2025
Date Start
February 11, 2025
Zipcode
10001
Base Hours
3.0
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Description
Please make sure to dust all of the surfaces (including the bookcase) before hovering. You can find cleaning products and other cleaning equipment in the closet and under the sink
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Created At
February 8, 2025
Date Start
February 13, 2025
Zipcode
20009
Base Hours
3.0
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
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I am having a guest traveling in from out of town and need a deep clean to make sure she is comfortable.
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 8, 2025
Date Start
February 15, 2025
Zipcode
11372
Base Hours
2.0
Bedrooms
0
Bathrooms
0
Description
I have only one very small area rug, so a vaccuum is not necessary. My main concern is the kitchen the bathroom and the dusting, which I have a hard time doing due to allergies. I just want my bathroom...
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 8, 2025
Date Start
February 9, 2025
Zipcode
91942
Base Hours
4.0
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Description
We do have a very friendly dog I will keep outside. Trash bags under the sink and can on the side of the house.
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 8, 2025
Date Start
February 15, 2025
Zipcode
14850
Base Hours
5.0
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Description
We have a dog and a cat but will keep them in a room while the cleaning happens.
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 8, 2025
Date Start
February 12, 2025
Zipcode
23235
Base Hours
4.5
Bedrooms
0
Bathrooms
0
Description
I have animals and will keep them upstairs with me in my office, so please leave my office till last to clean and I'll move the animals into another room.
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 7, 2025
Date Start
March 8, 2025
Zipcode
10023
Base Hours
3.0
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Description
Hello, I wanted to let you know in advance that my apartment usually takes about # hours to clean, and I will likely ask you to use the # hour I have booked to clean inside cabinets, fold clothes etc. ...
Cleaner filled
Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 7, 2025
Date Start
February 9, 2025
Zipcode
07302
Base Hours
5.0
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Description
We have a very nice dog/cat. Trash is in back of the house. I can explain anything else as needed once here. Thanks!
Cleaner filled
Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 7, 2025
Date Start
February 10, 2025
Zipcode
90278
Base Hours
5.0
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Description
Clean kitchen but don’t need to do dishes. Will have clean sheets on bed to change and make.
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Local Cleaning Service
Created At
February 7, 2025
Date Start
March 8, 2025
Zipcode
33027
Base Hours
7.0
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Description
My home is two stories but you will only be cleaning one story at a time. I have marble, wood, and tile floors. Please do not use Rejuvenate on floors. I will take Bernice as my regular cleaner.

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