House Cleaning in Brookline
House Cleaning Services in Brookline, MA
Victorians in Brookline Village, colonials on Fisher Hill, and two-families near Washington Square. Family homes on a family schedule, cleaned by a team that keeps its arrival window.
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Overview
House cleaning that fits a Brookline family week
Brookline households run on schedules, and our house cleaning service is built to slot into them. The most requested window in town is weekday mornings between school drop-off and pickup, and recurring customers hold a standing slot there with the same lead cleaner every visit. Arrival windows are two hours wide and we keep them; if a team is running behind, you hear from us before the window closes.
Family homes have a particular cleaning profile. Kitchens produce three meals a day and a stream of lunches. Bathrooms are shared by kids who do not rinse the sink. Mudrooms and entryways absorb boots, cleats, and paws. Our checklist puts extra attention on high-touch surfaces like switch plates, cabinet handles, and the refrigerator door, and our teams organize toys and shoes rather than shoving them aside.
The housing spans a century and a half. Older Brookline homes have hardwood, plaster, and radiators; newer ones and renovated kitchens bring quartz, wide-plank engineered floors, and stainless appliances. Our product kit handles both. Pets are nearly universal here and our cleaners are comfortable working around them, lifting fur from stair runners, and using a plant-based product line on request.
The checklist
What house cleaning in Brookline 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 Brookline
| 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 Brookline 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 Brookline
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 Brookline 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
Brookline areas we cover
- Coolidge Corner
- Brookline Village
- Washington Square
- Longwood
- Chestnut Hill
- Fisher Hill
- Aspinwall Hill
- Cottage Farm
- Pill Hill
- Cleveland Circle
- Putterham
- Beaconsfield
Zip codes served: 02445, 02446, 02447, 02467
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Where we clean in Brookline
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“With two kids and a dog, weekly service is the only thing that keeps our place civilized. Same team each week, they know where everything goes, and they are kind to the dog.”
“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 Brookline: questions
A three-bedroom, two-bath home typically runs $190 to $250 for a routine visit and $450 to $550 for a deep clean. Larger Fisher Hill and Chestnut Hill homes are quoted individually. Recurring plans lower the rate after the first visit.
Yes, and that is our most popular Brookline window. Recurring customers hold a standing weekday slot between 9am and 2pm.
Our standard products are residue-free once dry. We also carry a plant-based, fragrance-free line and will use it exclusively at no extra charge.
Regularly. We can clean one unit or both, and owner-occupants often keep a plan for their floor while booking turnover cleans for the rental.
Service areas
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