House Cleaning in Cambridge
House Cleaning Services in Cambridge, MA
Brattle Street Victorians, Agassiz two-families, and Huron Village colonials, cleaned by teams that dry-mop old hardwood and pause plans around semesters.
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Overview
House cleaning for Cambridge homes and Cambridge calendars
Single-family and two-family houses in Cambridge cluster west of Harvard Square, in Agassiz, Huron Village, and along the tree-lined streets of Mid-Cambridge. Many are Victorians or early twentieth-century homes with narrow-strip hardwood, built-in bookcases, original woodwork, and radiators under every window. Our house cleaning teams work those surfaces the right way: dry-mopping wood before a damp pass, dusting radiator fins by hand, and skipping harsh chemicals on painted trim.
Cambridge schedules rarely match the standard work week. Academic terms, grant deadlines, conference travel, and sabbaticals all shape when a home needs cleaning and when it does not. Our recurring plans pause and resume around that, holding your standing slot and your rate for breaks of up to eight weeks. A one-time clean before visiting family or a department gathering can usually be placed within the same week.
Cambridge homeowners ask about ingredients more than anyone else we serve, and we welcome the question. Our standard kit is professional grade and residue-free once dry. A plant-based, fragrance-free line is available at no extra cost and is saved to your account as a permanent preference. Every visit comes with a consistent lead cleaner, an upfront price, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
The checklist
What house cleaning in Cambridge 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 Cambridge
| 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge
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 Cambridge 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
Cambridge areas we cover
- Harvard Square
- Porter Square
- Central Square
- Kendall Square
- Inman Square
- Cambridgeport
- East Cambridge
- North Cambridge
- Agassiz
- Riverside
- Mid-Cambridge
- Huron Village
Zip codes served: 02138, 02139, 02140, 02141, 02142
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Where we clean in Cambridge
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“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.”
“We booked a deep clean before hosting a graduation party. They pulled the stove out, cleaned the baseboards behind the couch, and got years of dust off the ceiling fan blades. Thorough is an understatement.”
Questions
House Cleaning in Cambridge: questions
A three- or four-bedroom home typically runs $190 to $320 for a routine visit and $450 to $650 for a deep clean, depending on size and condition. Quotes are based on size and condition and confirmed before booking.
Yes. Pauses up to eight weeks keep your slot and rate. Longer breaks simply restart at the standard rate for one visit before the discount resumes.
On request, exclusively and at no extra charge. Our plant-based, fragrance-free line becomes a permanent note on your account.
Yes. Owner-occupants often keep a recurring plan for their unit and book turnover or deep cleans for the rental as needed.
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