deep-cleaing the house

Anonymous
I can stay on top of weekly housekeeping and chores, but would like to hire a service or person a couple times a year to do a true "deep clean" -- washing baseboards, vacuuming the drapes and cushions, dusting under furniture and taking everything off shelves to really dust and clean the shelves, etc. Are there people or services out there who really, really know what they are doing (who know to use the correct products for different surfaces for instance without someone hovering) and would do a good, thorough, detail-oriented job at this?
Anonymous
Merry Maids is definitely NOT a good option...
Anonymous
Before DS was born and for a couple of weeks after Maria would come in and clean our house. We have had her come back a few times for 'special occasion' cleanings. She works alone but does a very thorough job. I am sure that you can ask her to do specific items and she will do a great job. She usually does under our furniture on a regular cleaning, so I am sure that wouldn't be a problem Here is her phone number.

Maria Castillo
240-848-4205

I am not sure where you are located... we are in Silver Spring. You will have to let her know where you are to find out if she will be willing to travel.
Anonymous
I've been using Maid to Clean once a month and they're pretty good. They're operational in MD and VA.
Anonymous
PP, how are Maria's English communication skills? If I were to write out directions about baseboards, windowsills, light fixtures, draperies, would she comprehend well or would she require more one-on-one verbal and non-verbal guidance?
Anonymous
English is not her first language but we seem to be able to converse I would just ask her about these things over the phone and ask her if she has any questions. If she does you can tell her that you will go over it with her again at the house. I would just be clear that you are looking for a deep cleaning Best of luck.
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