{"id":2798,"date":"2008-08-04T09:05:37","date_gmt":"2008-08-04T14:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/2008\/08\/04\/thinking-about-hiring-a-house-cleaner\/"},"modified":"2008-08-04T09:05:37","modified_gmt":"2008-08-04T14:05:37","slug":"thinking-about-hiring-a-house-cleaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/?p=2798","title":{"rendered":"Thinking About Hiring A House Cleaner?"},"content":{"rendered":"
by Rachel Ray<\/div>\n

Have you ever thought about hiring help to clean your home? Some feel it is a luxury<\/a>, while others consider it to be survival.<\/p>\n

The reasons people hire help to clean their home vary widely. Some people work such long hours at their careers they find all their free time spent in doing chores. Many times it is worth every cent to hire it done in order to truly have your free time, which creates a better work life balance.<\/p>\n

For others it may also be a major time issue, for some it is health issues that they need help, and many of the elderly also hire someone to clean for them.<\/p>\n

Here’s a couple of suggestions while considering your best option. Do you prefer a cleaning company, or would you prefer a sole business owner<\/a> who does their own cleaning? There are pros and cons to both.<\/p>\n

If you opt to hire a company, sometimes the rates are higher as they usually have higher overhead they need to clear. The other drawback is if you find someone that you like and trust, you may not necessarily get the individual on other cleaning appointments. However, they usually have supervisors you can complain to if you are dissatisfied with the job for recourse. Many of these companies train their employees to a certain standard.<\/p>\n

On the other side, sole propriety owners that do their own cleaning can be a great option too. It’s their reputation on the line so they usually work hard to keep that good reputation that is priceless, and to keep their customers are satisfied. Find out if they are bonded and insured. If they are not, you have to decide if that’s a chance your willing to take or not.<\/p>\n

Interview your prospects. Here’s some things you’ll want to ask? What do they charge? What does that include? How long does that take them? Do they supply the cleaning supplies or are you expected to? Ask for references and check them. Do they clean while you are home or away?<\/p>\n

It’s very helpful for them if you have an idea of what you’d like, such as which tasks, how often and any of your expectations.<\/p>\n

Many people are surprised once they research that it may be very affordable to them. Perhaps it means giving up a few lattes, but that might be a price you’re very willing to pay in order to gain more free time. Alot of people who hire house cleaners find it worth every cent!<\/p>\n

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About the Author:<\/div>\n
By Rachel Ray – Balancing career and family life<\/a> can be a big challenge. Her site explores ways to create a more comfortable life. Tips on finances<\/a> are also offered, grab some coffee and visit!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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