House Cleaning in Charlestown
House Cleaning Services in Charlestown, MA
Brick and clapboard townhouses on the hill, cleaned top to bottom by a team that plans for permit parking, steep stairs, and two-hundred-year-old floors.
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Overview
House cleaning for Charlestown's hillside townhouses
Charlestown's single-family homes are mostly townhouses on the streets climbing from City Square to Monument Square and up Bunker Hill. They are narrow, three or four stories tall, and full of period detail: exposed brick, wide pine floors, original mantels, and steep stairs with worn treads. Our house cleaning teams work them from the top floor down, wet rooms last, so finished floors stay finished and the entry is the last thing done.
Many of these homes have been renovated to pair historic bones with modern kitchens and baths, which means our product kit has to handle both. Brick is dusted and spot cleaned with a pH-neutral solution. Pine is dry-mopped before a barely damp pass. Quartz counters and stainless appliances are left streak-free. High mouldings and ceiling medallions are dusted with extension tools rather than ignored because they are hard to reach.
Charlestown households skew toward young families and professionals commuting across the bridge, and weekday mid-morning slots during daycare hours are the most requested. Biweekly plans with a consistent lead cleaner are the norm. Parking on the hill is resident-permit only, and our teams have a stopping plan for each block that never appears on your quote. Every visit comes with an upfront price and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
The checklist
What house cleaning in Charlestown 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 Charlestown
| 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 Charlestown 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 Charlestown
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 Charlestown 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
Charlestown areas we cover
- Monument Square
- Bunker Hill
- Navy Yard
- City Square
- Thompson Square
- Sullivan Square
- Hayes Square
- Main Street
- Medford Street
- Winthrop Square
- Schrafft's Center
- Mishawum
Zip codes served: 02129
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Where we clean in Charlestown
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“After a kitchen gut renovation there was fine dust on every surface in the house. Two visits, one rough and one final, and the dust was genuinely gone, including inside the light fixtures.”
“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 Charlestown: questions
A three-bedroom, two-bath townhouse typically runs $190 to $250 for a routine visit and $450 to $550 for a deep clean. Larger homes on Monument Square are quoted individually.
Yes. Brick is dusted with a soft brush attachment and spot cleaned with a pH-neutral solution. We avoid anything acidic or abrasive that could damage the mortar.
It is our problem to solve, and we plan for it block by block. There is never a parking or stair surcharge on a Charlestown quote.
Yes. Weekday mornings are our most requested Charlestown window and recurring customers hold a standing slot.
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