Are you licensed and insured and what does that do for me

Our insurance is the best available. We’re not just a “bonded” cleaning service, but have liability, crime and employee accident coverage. Your home, our team members and Healthy Homes Housekeeping are included in the coverage. If you’d like, we will send you a certificate validating our insurance.

What if someone is injured cleaning my home?

The beauty of you making the wise choice of only dealing with a professional service is that you do not have the liability if someone is injured on your property. Healthy Homes Housekeeping is fully insured for such circumstances and our employees are covered under a comprehensive workers compensation plan. Those who hire an uninsured individual to work in their home open themselves to a lot more risk than injury.

Are your employees legal citizens of the US?

Yes. This ensures you that you are also legal and complying with the laws of our great country. Healthy Homes Housekeeping complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) and follows procedures to verify that employees are authorized to work in the U.S. All employees of our cleaning service are required to fill out Form I-9, the employment eligibility verification form, and provide necessary employment eligibility documentation, before starting work. If you hire an undocumented worker on your own, you are subject to the penalties of the crime.

Does your staff speak English?

Yes, our employees read and speak English. You will be able to communicate any of your needs to us and we will clarify to make sure your requests and expectations are clearly understood.

Do you do criminal background checks & random drug screening?

Yes we do. We go to great lengths to only hire law abiding, trustworthy individuals and make sure that they remain honest in all they do while they work for us. They are, in fact, frequently in our families’ homes as well.

How long have you been in business?

We’ve provided cleaning services to Northern Utah since 1988! This means that we are experienced and will NOT be using your home as a proving ground for untried employees, chemicals nor techniques. We have also received great feedback from thousands of customers who have helped us create and perfect a unique experience that we feel you will enjoy.

Do you reward for referrals?

Oh baby, do we ever! We will pay you cash or credit your account $50 for every new household you refer to us that becomes a regular housekeeping client. Regular is defined as monthly or more frequent.

How do I arrange payment for my regular cleaning service?

You have many options but, payment is due at time of service. You may pay by cash, personal check or accepted credit cards. If you do not plan to be present during our first visit, we will ask you for the full estimated amount to be pre-paid by credit card prior to beginning your cleaning. If it takes less time than we estimated, we will refund the difference or apply it to our next visit, as you prefer. On regularly scheduled visits, we prefer payments continue to be automated and handled through our office via credit card. When handled this way we can then leave your receipt marked paid in full after each visit.

Do I need to be home during my cleaning?

It’s your choice. Many of our customers prefer to give us a key which we then manage through a sign in and out system in our office. Others leave us a key in a safe place such as a lock box. Some utilize alarm systems which can either be left off or you can give us the entry/exit codes. By far, the most efficient and problem-free way for everyone is for you to give us a key and the alarm codes.

Is a maid service expensive and only for wealthy people?

No. As you’ve read throughout our site, our goal is to create a service that becomes priceless to you by maintaining order and beauty in your home and creating more time for you to enjoy it. Our service blesses the lives of the young mother who wants more time with her family, the established homemaker who wants more free time to relax, the elderly who need a helping hand, the convalescent who just can’t do it anymore or even the absentee homeowner who wants peace of mind knowing that things are being kept up in their absence.

Will I be able to have the same individuals each time?

We make every effort to have the same cleaning team in your home but also like to have alternate team members familiar with your home so we don’t miss a beat due to illness. Your Healthy Homes team leader’s job is to learn your home and to teach the team members to deliver the quality that you would expect.

Can I leave a note for my housekeepers with special requests?

Yes. If the request is of the nature of a friendly reminder, etc. and, it is placed in a location that we are sure to see, a note is always appreciated. However, if it is to request additional services beyond your normal cleaning scope then we need to have you schedule that through our office in advance of your cleaning day. This assures that we allot the appropriate time for your needs and any others scheduled that same day do not have their appointments affected.

What if I need to skip a cleaning at a last minutes notice?

We would greatly appreciate a 24 hr. notice of any rescheduling needs but understand that emergencies do arise. If it makes you feel better you could tip your housekeepers on your next appointment as an apology for their lost income. Wouldn’t that be a win / win situation?

Should I tip my housekeepers?

Tipping is not required nor is it implied. But you should know that when your housekeepers do receive a tip it is like manna from heaven. Can you envision them returning to the office with an extra bounce in their step, a smile on their faces and added pride in the service they provide? Now, who wouldn’t want that?

What do I need to supply?

Nothing, Healthy Homes Housekeeping crews will always arrive at your home in one of our lettered vans with our own cleaning products and equipment. All of our products are environmentally-preferable and are safe for small children and pets. If you want to provide something may we suggest a cold drink or a cookie?

What if I am unhappy with the service I receive?

Our services are guaranteed. If we have miss communicated with you concerning your expectations then we want to know. We will return as soon as possible to correct the concern and then re document the matter in our records so that it won’t be repeated. If though, you are happy, we want to know that too.

Ogden House Cleaning Focal Points: Additional Options

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basics on focal points within the realm of house cleaning, and why they’re important. Focal points often help split up the home into various zones or cleaning locations, or can be used as central tenets of the cleaning project taking place.

At Healthy Homes Housekeeping, we’re here to offer numerous maid service and house cleaning solutions for Ogden and nearby clients, from basic maintenance cleaning to deep cleaning, move-in/move-out services and more. While we discussed certain major rooms in the home as focal points in part one, along with specific appliances that are sometimes used for this same purpose, today’s part two will go over some additional examples of focal points that are sometimes used in house cleaning, plus how to think about each of them if you’re carrying out a cleaning project of your own.

The Bed

Especially for cleaning projects that are reserved just for a bedroom, or even for some other project that’s centered around this room, the bed is often a major focal point. This could be anything from making sure all surfaces are wiped down, to changing and laundering the linens and blankets on top.

Many people like to use special furniture sprays or other treatments for fabric items such as pillows and mattresses, depending on how thorough they need to be. This could either be done when you’re moving in, or periodically based on how often the bedding is used and what kinds of activities occur around it.

Sinks

In other cases, for certain general cleaning projects or ones that are specifically focusing on the kitchen, bathroom, or other wet areas of the home, sinks can be a major focal point. This could involve anything from scrubbing down the surface and clearing away any blockages in the pipes to cleaning out old food residue and more.

Additionally, sinks may also require special treatments such as bleach or vinegar solutions to help sanitize and disinfect the area. This is especially true for spaces that are regularly exposed to food, water, and other substances that could cause bacteria buildup over time.

Floors

Finally, another major focal point of any cleaning project that’s centered around one single room or a whole house would be the floors. Whether it’s carpets, tile, hardwood, or any other kind of flooring material that’s used in the home, each one requires special attention and care when you’re cleaning.

Carpeted areas may require vacuuming and spot treatments for tougher stains, while tile floors will often require scrubbing with a brush or mop and a special solution. Hardwood floors are best cleaned with a mild detergent, and linoleum may need to be waxed periodically for a more thorough treatment.

No matter what types of focal points you’re working on in your Ogden house cleaning project, Healthy Homes Housekeeping is here to help make it easier. Contact us today for more information on our maid service and other solutions. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Bed

Sinks

Floors

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