House Cleaning in Back Bay
House Cleaning Services in Back Bay, MA
Full-floor and multi-level homes on the Commonwealth Avenue grid need cleaners who respect parquet, marble, and plaster. Ours have been doing exactly that for years.
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Overview
Housekeeping for Back Bay's grandest floor plans
House cleaning in Back Bay usually means a full floor of a brownstone or two or three levels of a converted mansion, not a detached home with a yard. These residences have long hallways, tall windows on the Mall side, marble mantels in the front parlor, and kitchens that were retrofitted into what used to be a bedroom. Our routine visits are scheduled with enough time to move through every room methodically rather than skimming the surfaces a guest would notice.
The finishes drive the method. Original parquet gets a dry dust mop before a barely damp pass so the wood never sees standing water. Marble and soapstone counters get a pH-neutral cleaner. Plaster mouldings are dusted with a soft brush attachment. Brass hardware is wiped with a cloth, never with anything abrasive. None of this is special treatment; it is simply how Back Bay homes have to be cleaned if they are going to stay beautiful.
Most of our Back Bay house cleaning customers are on biweekly plans with a consistent lead cleaner who knows the home. Many split their time with a second residence, so plans pause and resume with a text. Access is usually through a concierge or a lockbox on the railing, and you are texted at arrival and completion. Pricing is quoted upfront based on the size and condition of the residence, and never adjusted for stairs or parking.
The checklist
What house cleaning in Back Bay includes
Kitchen
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust windowsills, window frames, and ledges
- Dust blinds
- Dust ceiling fans
- Dry dust decor and picture frames
- Clean and dry sink and soap dish
- Clean countertops and backsplash
- Clean microwave inside and out
- Clean stovetop, burners, and control panels
- Clean exteriors of fridge, oven, and dishwasher
- Clean stationary small appliances
- Wipe down table and chairs
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Spot clean cabinet fronts and handles
- Empty trash and wipe down can
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors
Bathrooms
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and shelves
- Dust doors, windowsills, and window frames
- Dust blinds
- Tidy personal items and hand towels
- Clean and dry shower and tub
- Clean and dry sink, counter, and soap dish
- Clean mirrors and glass
- Polish towel bars and paper holder
- Clean toilet inside, outside, and behind
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Wipe and disinfect cabinet fronts
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors
- Empty trash and replace liner
Bedrooms
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Dust windowsills, frames, and blinds
- Dust furniture, shelves, and decor
- Make beds and straighten linens
- Clean mirrors
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Empty trash
- Vacuum carpets and rugs
- Sweep and mop hard floors
Living Areas & Hallways
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Dust windowsills, frames, and blinds
- Dust furniture, electronics, and decor
- Fluff cushions and fold throws
- Clean glass tabletops and mirrors
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Vacuum upholstery surfaces
- Vacuum carpets and rugs
- Sweep and mop hard floors
- Wipe stair railings and banisters
Not part of a routine visit
These are covered by a deep clean or move clean, or can be added to any booking.
- Inside oven
- Inside refrigerator
- Inside cabinets and drawers
- Interior windows
- Baseboards (detail wipe)
- Walls and ceilings
- Laundry and dishes
- Exterior areas and garages
- Biohazards and pest cleanup
Add-ons: inside the oven and inside the refrigerator are optional on every service, including deep, move-in, and move-out cleans, for a set fee. See the full comparison of routine, deep, and move cleans on our cleaning checklist.
Transparent pricing
House cleaning prices in Back Bay
| Home size | Layout | Routine clean | Deep clean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | 1-2 bed / 1 bath | $150 - $190 | $350 - $450 |
| Mid-size | 2-3 bed / 2 bath | $190 - $250 | $450 - $550 |
| Large | 3-4 bed / 2-3 bath | $250 - $320 | $550 - $650 |
| Estate | 4+ bed / 3+ bath | $320+ | $650+ |
Recurring clients save 10 to 15 percent on every visit after the first. Quotes reflect the size and condition of the home and any add-ons you select.
Heavy-duty and pet fees: homes with heavy buildup, a long gap since the last professional clean, or pets that shed heavily carry an additional fee. We quote it before you book, never on the invoice.
When to book
How often Back Bay homes get cleaned
Weekly
Households with kids, pets, or a kitchen in constant use. Floors and bathrooms never reach the point where cleaning feels like a project.
Biweekly
The default for most homes. Two visits a month keeps dust, soap scum, and grease from building up at a lower total cost than weekly.
Monthly
Smaller or tidier households that keep up between visits but want bathrooms, floors, and the kitchen done properly on a schedule.
One-time
Before hosting, after a busy stretch, or as a trial before committing to a plan. Upgrade to a deep clean if it has been a while.
Recurring plans
Recurring house cleaning in Back Bay
Same team, standing slot, and a lower rate on every visit after the first.
Weekly
15% off
Households with kids, pets, or heavy cooking. Nothing ever builds up.
Biweekly
10% off
Our most common plan. Enough to stay ahead without a visit every week.
Monthly
5% off
Smaller homes and tidy households that want a reliable reset.
One-time
Standard rate
Before guests, after a party, or to try us before committing.
Why us
Why Back Bay homeowners keep us on the calendar
- 01
Right-sized crew, one consistent lead
We size the crew to the home, and cleaners check each other's work. Your lead cleaner stays the same on recurring plans.
- 02
Published checklist
Every room's tasks are listed on this site. There is no guessing about whether the baseboards or the microwave were supposed to be done.
- 03
Upfront pricing, no meter
The quote reflects your home's size and condition. Heavy-duty or pet-shedding fees are confirmed with you before work begins, never added silently.
- 04
100% satisfaction guarantee
If any area is not right, let us know and we make it right at no charge.
Where we work
Back Bay areas we cover
- Commonwealth Avenue Mall
- Newbury Street
- Marlborough Street
- Copley Square
- Prudential Center
- St. Botolph
- Bay Village
- Back Bay Fens
- Boylston Street
- Beacon Street
- Public Garden
- Huntington Avenue
Zip codes served: 02116, 02199
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Where we clean in Back Bay
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“Fourth-floor walk-up on Marlborough Street. They brought everything up themselves, cleaned the whole unit in ninety minutes, and left the hardwood streak-free.”
“Two people arrive every other Thursday, work through the whole house in about two hours, and the kitchen looks the way it did the day we moved in. I have stopped thinking about cleaning entirely.”
“My building has strict elevator rules and they handled the check-in with the concierge without me being there. Floor-to-ceiling windows spotless, no streaks. That alone was worth it.”
Questions
House Cleaning in Back Bay: questions
A two- or three-bedroom full floor typically runs $190 to $250 for a routine visit and $450 to $550 for a deep clean. Multi-level homes are quoted individually after a few details about layout and condition.
Yes. We use pH-neutral stone cleaner on marble and a wood-safe, no-rinse solution on parquet, applied with a barely damp microfiber after dry mopping. No acids, no soaking, no abrasive pads.
We do. Managed buildings on Beacon, Boylston, and Huntington commonly require one before a vendor enters, and we email it to management within a business day.
Yes. Text your coordinator the dates and your standing slot and recurring rate are held for pauses up to eight weeks.
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