Recurring Maid Service
We’ve been a respected house cleaning company in the Barrington IL area since 1985. We’ve probably cleaned some of your neighbors’ homes, and chances are we still do!
How often should I get my house cleaned?
This is different for everyone, but we make it extremely easy for you to customize your cleaning to fit your exact needs! Our recurring maintenance cleaning services are perfect for busy families or people that simply don’t have time to clean! (or just don’t want to).
Weekly: Is your schedule booked with your kid’s soccer practice, ballet, and a dozen other extracurricular? Do you have an open-door policy and guests who stop by often? Weekly cleanings might be a good fit for you!
Bi-Weekly: If you find yourself stressed out and would rather spend a little time with friends and family instead of cleaning on your weekends, bi-weekly cleanings are the perfect fit.
Monthly: Do you live alone? Are you away from home, traveling for work often? You may find that monthly cleanings suit your needs.
Why are Happy Maids housekeepers the best?
We know it’s a big deal to invite people into your home. Our maids have great personal qualities, top skills, and ongoing training. Take a look at our reviews!
Whether you have a full plate with work and kids or simply don’t enjoy doing housework, our team can dust, wash, and polish your home so it shines.
What’s included in a Recurring Cleaning?
Over 50pt Checklist
Our regular house cleaning will keep your home looking great after your initial deep cleaning. You can schedule weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly visits.
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Doors and door frames dusted (spot cleaned), knobs cleaned |  | |
| Light switch and plates cleaned | | |
| Room is high dusted, free of cob webs | | |
| Ceiling Fans & Vents dusted | | |
| Light fixtures dusted | | |
| All items on the walls and within reach are dusted. Dusted items are hanging balanced against the wall. | | |
| All knick-knacks hand dusted (up to 10 items per shelf, unless more time purchased) | | |
| Bookshelves and edge of books dusted | | |
| Mirrors and interior French Doors spot cleaned or cleaned steak free as needed | | |
| Window sills & blinds dusted (both sides). | | |
| Table dusted or wiped clean. All chairs wiped clean and no dust bunnies on bottom of chair legs | | |
| All furniture dusted top to bottom (spot cleaned as needed) and area under furniture cleaned (within reach) | | |
| Pillows fluffed and straightened, blankets refolded, and general straightening up | | |
| TVs and Entertainment Centers dusted – TV screens are not cleaned for safety reasons | | |
| Baseboards dust free and spot cleaned as needed. | | |
| Floors vacuumed and mopped clean if non-carpeted. Check corners & edges of all floors. | | |
| Wastebaskets emptied and relined | | |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Shower/Tub cleaned free of soap scum, mildew and stains | | |
| Shower head cleaned and shined with dry rag | | |
| Ledge at top of shower walls dust free | | |
| Shower curtain rod dusted | | |
| Shower/Tub items on shelves moved to clean the shelf and then replaced in some orderly fashion | | |
| Check under shelves in shower for mildew and stains | | |
| Shower door and glass are clear of soap scum and dried streak free | | |
| Sliding Shower Door track completely clean | | |
| Towel Racks dusted/cleaned and all Towels folded and hung on rack or peg | | |
| Mirrors cleaned and dried streak free with no smudges | | |
| Counter tops clean to the touch. No sticky feeling or bumps. It should be smooth to the touch | | |
| All items on counter wiped clean and returned as before or in an orderly fashion with labels facing forward | | |
| Tip of faucet cleaned free of toothpaste or any buildup - Faucets shined using a dry rag | | |
| Cabinet doors dusted (spot cleaned) | | |
| Area under cabinets dusted free of cob webs and no hair on the floors | | |
| Weight Scale wiped clean | | |
| Toilet exterior cleaned from top to bottom including all surfaces of seat and lid. | | |
| Toilet interior cleaned of all stains. Bend down to see under the lip. Look down the throat of toilet. | | |
| Floor behind toilet cleaned and baseboards around toilet hand wiped clean | | |
| Check behind the door in toilet room to make sure no dust bunnies or anything on the floor | | |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| All beds made for no cost – For $5 a bed = bed linens stripped, taken to laundry room and clean linens put on bed | | |
| Closet floors vacuumed if free of clutter – Large Closet Rooms cleaned like All Rooms | | |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Stove top and front, are cleaned and shined. Grates and Drip Pans are cleaned | | |
| Safety check to make sure cook top knobs are OFF | | |
| Range hood outside wiped clean | | |
| Microwave oven cleaned inside and out | | |
| Cabinet exteriors and knobs hand washed cleaned (no spots) | | |
| Area underneath kitchen cabinets free of cobwebs | | |
| Counter tops clean to the touch. No sticky feeling or bumps. It should be smooth to the touch | | |
| Move items on counter top away from back splash to confirm 100% of counter cleaned, including the backsplash | | |
| All items on the kitchen counter dusted or cleaned (exterior only) | | |
| Sinks scrubbed cleaned with sponge. Drains left open for safety reasons | | |
| Tip of faucet cleaned free of any buildup - Faucets must shine using a dry rag | | |
| Window over the kitchen sink cleaned (inside only and within reach) | | |
| Large appliances, like dishwasher, exterior cleaned | | |
| Refrigerator top dusted. Doors, handles and water dispenser area & tray cleaned | | |
| Check gaps between fridge, wall & cabinets to remove cobwebs and clean floor as best as possible | | |
| Kitchen Table clean to the touch. All chairs wiped clean and no dust bunnies on bottom of chair legs | | |
| Pantry room floor vacuumed and mopped clean | | |
| Hidden trashcans emptied and relined. Free standing trashcan exterior wiped clean - streak free if stainless steel | ||
| Check the corners and edges of the kitchen floor to confirm there is no dirt or crumbs in the corners | | |
| Check floor including hot spots, to make sure floors are clean (Front of Sink, Refrigerator & area around Trash Cans) | | |
| Refrigerator Inside cleaned | extra | extra |
| Oven inside cleaned | extra | extra |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Washer and Dryer wiped clean on all exposed surfaces | | |
| Check gaps between washers & dryer, wall & cabinets to remove cobwebs and clean floor as best as possible | | |
| Sinks and counters cleaned smooth to the touch. Nothing sticky or bumps | | |
| Area underneath cabinets free of cobwebs | | |
| Cabinet doors dusted (spot cleaned) | |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Stair rail dusted and spot cleaned | | |
| Spindles on stair railing dusted from top to bottom | |
| Occasional Clean | Maintenance Clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Windows on FRONT door cleaned inside and outside. (Narrow windows on each side of front door included) | | |
| Windows on BACK door cleaned inside and outside. | | |
Services Not Included
- Lifting or Moving large or heavy furniture
- Cleaning bio-hazardous substances (feces, blood, etc)
- Removal of mold
- Cleaning inside China cabinets
- Areas higher than 2nd step of stepladder
- Cleaning inside the dishwasher, washing machine, or dryer
- Cleaning any part of home exterior
- Wiping light bulbs
- Excessive trash or clutter
- Cleaning inside fireplaces
- Wet Clean the fronts of TVs
- Cleaning infested properties (rodents, bugs, etc)
- Service clients who are disrespectful to our staff
- Move appliances that are permanently connected to electric, gas or water