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4 Savvy Insights for Hiring the Best Maid Service

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To avoid future headaches, the company you hire should meet the 4 following criteria.

1. All maids must be employees of the firm, NOT contract labor.

If you hire a maid from a service that uses contract labor you become the employer just as if you hired that person from a newspaper ad.

You will be stuck paying all the taxes and accepting all the liability. Services that hire their maids as contract labor may be cheaper but you end up legally and financiallyvulnerable.

2. Make sure the maids are bonded.

Bonding is the insurance that covers theft by a maid. Be aware that your word is not good enough to file a claim. If you expect the bonding company to pay a claim you must press charges against the thief and get a conviction.

Without a conviction your only recourse will be to ask the maid service to pay for the loss or file a claim against your homeowner’s policy. Choose your maid service carefully! If the service has followed good hiring guidelines you can feel secure that the maid they send out is honest and trustworthy.

3. The next crucial item to require is insurance.

Insurance will cover any damage to you or your property. The company should be willing to pay the deductible and for small items not covered by the policy. For example, most insurance policies will not pay for a figurine the maid breaks while she is dusting it. A quality maid service will be willing to step in and pay for the item. They should not expect the maid to pay for it or ask you to collect from your own insurance.

4. Make sure the company carries worker’s compensation.

This is the insurance that covers the maid if she is hurt while cleaning your house. It will also protect you from having a claim filed against you. Remember, a company that uses contract labor will not carry this policy. The bonding, worker’s comp. and insurance do add to the cleaning cost, but the added protection you get is well worth it. Don’t assume that the company you call has these policies, always ask before you commit.

Once you have verified these items and followed the “Maid Service Checklist ” you are ready to go! 

It should be a relief to know there are actually people out there who are glad you have a dirty house and want to clean it for you. That’s exactly what we specialize in at The White Glove Maid Service.

Remember, you aren’t paying to have your house cleaned when you hire a maid. You are buying free time to use on the things that are more important in your life!

3 Secrets for Keeping Your House Clean all Summer Long

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It’s summer time! The kids are out of school, the relatives are coming to visit, and there’s more traffic on your carper and floors than there has been in the past 6 months.

Summer is a wonderful time to relax and let your hair down, but it’s also the most challenging time to keep your house clean and organized. We want to share 3 secret tips for keeping your house clean throughout the long summer months.

Here we go!

1. Keep a set of cleaning supplies in every room. 

It’s hard to sweep the floors if you have to walk across the entire house and hunt down the broom in your garage or laundry room. Keep several different sets of cleaning supplies on hand in the main rooms of your house (living room, master bedroom, kitchen, etc).

By making your cleaning supplies readily available, you will be more motivated to grab the broom and sweep the floors.

2. Put the dishes directly in the dishwasher. 

The kitchen will look 70% cleaner if the sink is empty of dishes. During the long days of summer, it’s easy to fall behind on the dishes. Avoid the pileups by putting each dish directly in the dishwasher instead of the sink. Right after you (or the kids) use a dish, rinse it off and set it inside the dishwasher. Then, run your dishwasher each evening for a fresh and clean looking kitchen.

Keeping your sink clean will also motivate you to keep your counters free of clutter. Without even trying very hard, your kitchen will look fresh all summer long.

3. Do a 5 minute power clean after every meal.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is waiting until their house is a wreck before cleaning it. Our advice? Don’t let it get to the “wreck” stage and it will never become overwhelmingly dirty. Set aside 5 quick minutes after every meal to do a power clean of the main areas of your house. Spend 5 minutes speed-walking around your house and de-cluttering each room for 1 minute.

This takes a maximum of 15 minutes a day and will help you keep the clutter from turning into huge, overwhelming piles of junk.

So there you have it!

3 secrets for keeping your house clean all summer long. And on those days when you just can’t muster up the energy to clean, you can always call The White Glove Maid Service (210-342-3878). We’ve got your back all summer long.

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Same Day Maid Service in San Antonio

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Are you looking for same day maid service? Whether you have guests coming over for dinner tonight, a party to host or you just like the idea of coming home to a clean house, we’re here for you.

Choose from our three house cleaning options:

1. Maintenance Cleaning

The maintenance cleaning is the perfect option if your house is in need of a spruce up. We’ll cover all of the general cleaning throughout the house including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, sweeping, wiping down the counter tops

 2. Spring Cleaning 

The Spring Cleaning is designed to get the deep dirt and dust buildup out of your home. From baseboards, to appliances, to ceilings fans, to scrubbing your bathrooms down and more – the spring cleaning will leave your house smelling fresh and shining like never before.

3. Move Out or Move In  Cleaning

These cleanings are the deepest cleanings we offer for vacant homes and apartments. This cleaning is designed to meet many (if not all) of the requirements set by landlords and leasing offices.

To schedule your same day maid service, give us call us today at 210-342-3878. We’d love to give you a free quote over the phone.

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Maid Service Customer Reviews

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Reviews for White Glove Maid Service San Antonio

Before choosing a restaurant to eat at, a hotel to stay at, or a cleaning service for your home, what is the first thing you do?

For me, it’s reading the reviews. I want to know what other people have to say about that particular business before I put my hard earned money to the test. Personal reviews from real life people can be extremely helpful in assisting you in finding just the right option.

So what are people saying about us?

What do people think about the cleaning services that we offer. Here are a few reviews:

“I was very pleased with the service. This is the first time I’ve used a maid service even though I’ve price shopped different companies. I would recommend them to anyone.”

“They made my house look awesome! I don’t think I have ever seen it as clean as it did when they were here! I would recommend them to anyone! They were both sweet and really good workers. I was very impressed with both of them.”

For more reviews on The White Glove Maid Service click here.

Finding the right company can be tricky, but with the help of trusted reviews, your job will be a lot easier. Choose a quality maid serving in San Antonio by choosing the White Glove Maid Service. We are the best of the San Antonio maid service’s out ther

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San Antonio Professional Carpet Cleaning

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The Host Dry Carpet Cleaning Company sends out a monthly newsletter to all of their HOST certified companies. We recently received the April newsletter, only to discover “ourselves” published on the front page! We have used HOST for many years and recently sent them a story about one of our many successful customer testimonies. HOST loved the story so much, they decided to publish it.

Here is the story:

We recently had a guy bring in an area rug from a military base. It was kept in an entry way that all the soldier passed through – in army boots. It was a white and red insignia rug. I thought to myself, “there is no way this is coming clean.” It had heavy black boot stains all over the white fibers. After following the restoration instructions and cleaning the rug three times, I was amazed that it came totally clean! Needless to say, the client was very happy and we have cleaned rugs from that military base since. -Mike Baird

The HOST carpet cleaning system truly is amazing. We are proud and excited to be partners with such a wonderful company. Choose a professional maid serving in San Antonio by choosing the White Glove Maid Service for all of your carpet cleaning needs. We’re the best of the San Antonio Maid service’s.

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Maid Service for Mothers Day

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At The White Glove Maid Service, we talk to dozens of people daily who need a house cleaning. With our fast-paced culture, it’s hard for the average person to keep their house up to par. That’s where we come in. Imagine the pleasure of walking into your house at the end of a long day, with the fresh smells of clean floors, countertops, and bathrooms to greet you. It’s a good feeling.

Now imagine something else. Your mom walks into her house and experiences the same pleasures that you did – and she has you to thank for it! This dream can become a reality with the Mother’s Day gift package from the White Glove Maid Service. We offer gifts ranging from Standard, and Premium, to Deluxe or The Ultimate for your mom. Check them out here. You can add a box of deluxe chocolates and a massage for a small additional charge. We’ll wrap it up for you, personalize the card, and mail it straight to your mother’s house. Choose a professional maid serving in San Antonio by choosing the White Glove Maid Service. We’re the best of the San Antonio maid services. What more could a mom want? Make it a Mother’s Day that she’ll never forget!

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3 Tips for a Great Back to School House Cleaning

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The summer break is almost over, and you’re not only one who’s been on break this year. Your house has taken a break from looking shiny and clean. With the kids going back to school, it’s time to get your house back in order as well. For a quick do it yourself job follow these 3 house cleaning tips.

1. Clean one room per day. Don’t try to do it all at once.House cleaning in San Antonio is a hot job. Don’t try to do it all at once!

2. Get rid of all extra clutter. Old clothes toys etc.It will make the house cleaner and more open.

3. Start with the room that bothers you most. Then the second most etc. Each completed step will motivate you to the next.

If you don’t have time to do a house cleaning we’re here to help you. Start the school year off right with a deep spring cleaning with the White Glove Maid Service. Allow us to scrub out your bathtubs and showers, to clean out your refrigerator and oven, to sweep and mop your floors, to dust and vacuum your house. We know how to do get the job done. And we know what it takes to get a “summer break house” looking good again. Call us at 210-342-3878 to schedule your Spring Cleaning appointment today. Our Maid Service is here to help.

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5 House Cleaning Gift Certificate Ideas

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Did you know that the White Glove Maid Service offers a wide variety of gift certificates to fit any occasion? Here is a list of our most popular cleaning services:

  • Standard Maintenance Cleaning
  • Host Dry Carpet Cleaning
  • Tile/Grout Cleaning
  • Move Out/In Cleaning
  • Heavy Spring Cleaning

Not only are these great gifts to give someone, they’re great gifts to purchase for your own house. Check out this page for more details. Choose a professional maid serving in San Antonio by choosing the White Glove Maid Service. We’re the best of the San Antonio maid service’s.

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How to Choose a Maid Service in San Antonio

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Choosing the right maid service company can be an overwhelming task. By asking the right questions, you can sift out the “less than professional” companies pretty quickly. Below is a list 5 helpful questions to assist you in doing just that.

1. How long has the company been in business and who owns it.

Bad maid services do not last long. A locally owned service has roots in the city. A franchise tends to change owners frequently and are usually more expensive due to franchise costs. The White Glove Maid Service has been locally owned in San Antonio since 1982.

2. Check with the Better Business Bureau.

A company with unresolved complaints is a sign of trouble. The White Glove Maid Service in San Antonio maintains an A+ rating with the BBB.

3. Does the company hire maids as employees or contract labor?

Contract labor leaves you responsible for taxes. The White Glove Maid Service NEVER uses contract labor.

4. Does the company carry bonding and liability insurance?

Insurance is important, but your biggest protection is who the company hires in the first place. Some maid services are so desperate for workers they will hire anyone who walks in the door. The White Glove Maid are all bonded and insured.

5. How are the maids hired and trained?

A vigorous training and hiring program encourages quality and honesty.

Choose a professional maid serving in San Antonio by choosing the White Glove Maid Service. We’re the best of the San Antonio maid service’s.

Professional Tile Floor Cleaning

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In the past ten years or so, tile floors have gained a large amount of popularity over traditional carpeted floors. Why the big shift? Tile floors are durable, long lasting, great for children, and fairly easy to maintain. The difference between a spilled glass of cranberry juice on the carpet verses the tile is enough said.

As always, no matter how great the product, there’s always a down side somewhere. When it comes to tile floors, it’s not that hard to find. The dirty black grout tells it all. Cleaning the grout in tile floors is one of the most high maintenance things about them. Here at The White Glove Maid Service, we offer a professional deep tile cleaning service that will cause your floors to shine like they used to.

We use the HOST tile cleaning system, which cleans deeper and more thoroughly than any hand scrubbing. The counter-rotating brushes of our tile cleaning machines easily scrub the grout and dislodge dirt and grease. HOST Cleaner contains a balanced blend of water, detergents, wetting agents and natural ingredients that dissolve and trap the dirt and grease. Host is Green Seal Certified! It is safe to use because it does not contain harsh chemicals like bleach or acid and does not emit any noxious fumes. It leaves no chemical residue behind to attract dirt and cause rapid resoiling of the grout. Grout is left clean and ready for immediate use; and it’s safe for kids and pets!

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