What is the Difference?
Many people use "maid service" and "house cleaning" interchangeably, but they actually refer to different levels of service with different tasks included.
House Cleaning
House cleaning focuses on cleaning and sanitizing surfaces throughout your home. This includes dusting, vacuuming, mopping, bathroom cleaning, and kitchen cleaning.
This is what most professional cleaning companies (including Affordable Cleaning Today) provide as their standard service.
Maid Service
Maid service includes everything in house cleaning plus household tasks like laundry, dishes, making beds, light organization, and putting items away.
Think of it as having a housekeeper who maintains your home, not just cleans it.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Service / Task | House Cleaning | Maid Service |
|---|---|---|
| Dusting and surface cleaning | ||
| Vacuuming and mopping floors | ||
| Bathroom sanitization | ||
| Kitchen cleaning | ||
| Trash removal | ||
| Making beds | ||
| Changing bed linens | ||
| Laundry (wash, dry, fold) | Special Request | |
| Dishes (loading/unloading dishwasher) | Special Request | |
| Light organization | ||
| Putting away items |
What Affordable Cleaning Today Provides
We are primarily a professional house cleaning service. Our standard services include:
Special Request Services
The following "maid service" tasks are available as special requests only. They are not included in our standard cleaning and must be specifically requested when booking.
Laundry Services
Washing, drying, and folding clothes or linens
Must be specifically requested. Additional fees apply.
NOT covered by our general liability insurance
Dish Services
Loading/unloading dishwasher, hand washing dishes
Must be specifically requested. Additional time required.
Important Insurance Notice
Our general liability insurance does NOT cover laundry services.
If you request laundry services, please understand that any damage to clothing, linens, or other items during the washing, drying, or folding process is not covered by our insurance policy. By requesting this service, you acknowledge and accept this limitation.
For complete details on our service limitations and liability, please review our Terms and Conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer full maid service?
We are primarily a house cleaning service. However, we can accommodate special requests for laundry and dishes on a case-by-case basis. These must be requested in advance and may require additional time and fees.
Why do not you include laundry in your standard service?
Laundry requires special care for different fabrics and materials. It also carries risk of damage that is not covered by our general liability insurance. By offering it as a special request only, we can ensure customers understand and accept these limitations.
How do I request laundry or dish services?
When booking through our quote form or by calling our office at (727) 228-6075, simply mention that you would like to add laundry or dish services. We will discuss timing, pricing, and any special instructions.
What if I just need house cleaning without the extras?
That is our specialty! Our standard house cleaning service covers all the essentials: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, bathroom sanitization, kitchen cleaning, and more. Most of our customers choose this option.
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