House Cleaning in Somerville
House Cleaning Services in Somerville, MA
Owner-occupied two- and three-families in Spring Hill and Winter Hill, single-family homes in Ten Hills. Cleaned front to back by a team that knows the layouts and plans for permit parking.
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Overview
House cleaning for Somerville's owner-occupants
Somerville houses are mostly multi-families with an owner living on one floor. Spring Hill, Winter Hill, Prospect Hill, and Ten Hills hold two- and three-family homes with long floor plans, rear kitchens, back porches, and often original hardwood under decades of finish. Our house cleaning teams know the layouts by heart and work front to back with a plan, finishing the back hall and pantry that most services forget.
The city is renovating quickly, so a Somerville home often pairs a 1900 shell with a 2020 kitchen. Our product kit covers both: dry-mopped and barely damp passes on old wood, pH-neutral cleaners on new stone, streak-free finishes on stainless. Radiators are dusted fin by fin rather than blown clean. High ceilings in older homes are dusted with extension tools so cobwebs and dust do not accumulate out of reach.
Somerville homeowners are often families, professionals commuting to Kendall, and long-time residents who have watched the neighborhood change. Biweekly plans with a consistent lead cleaner are the norm. Owner-occupants frequently book turnover cleans for their rental floors between tenants, especially around September 1. Access and parking follow the Somerville pattern and our teams plan for both; neither affects your upfront quote.
The checklist
What house cleaning in Somerville 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 Somerville
| 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 Somerville 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 Somerville
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 Somerville 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
Somerville areas we cover
- Davis Square
- Union Square
- Assembly Square
- Spring Hill
- Winter Hill
- Prospect Hill
- Ball Square
- Magoun Square
- Teele Square
- East Somerville
- Ten Hills
- Powder House Square
Zip codes served: 02143, 02144, 02145
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Where we clean in Somerville
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“Left a triple-decker apartment after four years. The landlord walked through, opened the oven, checked the tub, and handed back the full deposit on the spot.”
“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 Somerville: questions
Cleaning one owner-occupied floor of two or three bedrooms typically runs $170 to $250 for a routine visit. Whole-house cleans covering both units are quoted individually.
Yes. We can schedule both units together or separately, and invoice each however you prefer.
Yes. Quartz and granite get pH-neutral cleaners and stainless is finished streak-free. New finishes are noted on your account so every team treats them correctly.
Not for you. Teams plan a stopping strategy for each block and carry equipment in. There is no parking or stair fee on any quote.
Service areas
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