Domestic Cleaning in London by Cleaning Lady London

At Cleaning Lady London, we provide reliable, high-quality domestic cleaning across London, carried out by experienced, thoroughly vetted cleaners who treat your home with genuine care. Whether you need a regular weekly clean, a deep clean before guests arrive, or a thorough one-off after building work, our team works to professional standards and follows a clear, consistent system in every property.

What Our Domestic Cleaning Service Includes

Our domestic cleaning is designed to keep your home hygienic, comfortable and easy to live in. We follow a detailed checklist that we tailor to your property and preferences.

Standard Cleaning Tasks

As a guide, a typical visit can include:

• Dusting and wipe-down of accessible surfaces, skirting boards and window sills
• Vacuuming of carpets, rugs and soft furnishings
• Mopping of hard floors (wood, tile, vinyl, laminate)
• Cleaning of mirrors and glass surfaces
• Emptying bins and replacing liners

Kitchen Cleaning

• Wiping worktops, cupboard fronts and splashbacks
• Cleaning hob, sink and taps
• Exterior cleaning of appliances (fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher)
• Sweeping and mopping kitchen floors

Bathroom & WC Cleaning

• Descaling and cleaning of toilets, sinks, baths and showers
• Wiping tiles and fixtures
• Polishing taps and glass where accessible
• Mopping floors and removing obvious limescale build-up

Bedroom & Living Areas

• Dusting furniture, shelves and accessible surfaces
• Vacuuming carpets and under beds (where accessible)
• Making beds and straightening soft furnishings
• Light spot-cleaning of marks on doors and switches

Service Variations Available

We adapt our domestic cleaning to fit the way you live and work. Popular options include:

• Regular weekly or fortnightly cleaning – a consistent cleaner, same day and time
• One-off deep cleaning – more intensive, ideal for spring cleans or post-renovation
• End of tenancy cleaning – for tenants and landlords needing a move-out standard clean
• Student accommodation cleaning – shared houses, flats and halls
• Small office and home office cleaning – light commercial cleaning within domestic properties

Who Our Domestic Cleaning Is For

• Homeowners – keeping your property in good condition and easier to maintain long term.
• Renters – staying on top of inspections and protecting your deposit.
• Landlords – presenting clean, well-maintained homes for viewings and new tenants.
• Businesses – small offices, studios and work-from-home setups needing regular cleaning.
• Students – shared houses and flats that need a proper clean before check-out or after parties.

What Is Included and What Is Not

Included in Our Domestic Cleaning

As standard, our domestic cleaning covers:

• All general dusting, vacuuming and mopping
• Routine kitchen and bathroom cleaning
• Light tidying of surfaces
• Basic internal window cleaning where safe and accessible
• Use of our professional cleaning techniques and checklists

Optional Add-Ons (By Prior Arrangement)

• Inside oven cleaning
• Inside fridge/freezer cleaning
• Inside cupboards and wardrobes
• Blinds and detailed skirting/door frame cleaning

What Is Excluded

To keep our visits safe and efficient, we do not usually include:

• Deep carpet or upholstery shampooing
• Exterior window cleaning above ground floor
• Work at height requiring ladders or specialist access
• Removal of hazardous waste or bodily fluids
• Heavy decluttering, rubbish removal or furniture moving

If you are unsure whether something can be included, you can mention it during your enquiry and we will confirm what is possible.

Our Domestic Cleaning Process

1. Enquiry & Quotation

You contact us with a brief description of your home: number of bedrooms and bathrooms, type of flooring, and how often you would like a clean. We ask a few practical questions about pets, parking and access, then provide a clear, no-obligation estimate based on the size and condition of your property and the level of service you require.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For most domestic cleaning, a short virtual survey (photos or video call) is sufficient. For large or heavily used homes, we may offer an onsite visit. This allows us to gauge the true time needed, identify any delicate surfaces or special products you prefer, and agree priorities. It also ensures your quote is accurate and avoids any surprises on the day.

3. Preparation & First Clean

Before the first visit, we confirm the date, arrival window and access instructions. On the day, your cleaner or team arrives in uniform, equipped with agreed products if you have chosen that option, or uses yours if you prefer. We walk through your home, confirm priorities, and then follow our checklist systematically. At the end, we invite you to inspect the work so we can fine-tune future visits.

Transparent Pricing for Domestic Cleaning

We price domestic cleaning clearly and fairly, usually on an hourly basis with a minimum booking time. The rate depends on:

• Size and layout of your property
• Frequency (weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one-off)
• Condition of the property and level of build-up
• Any add-on services requested (e.g. oven or fridge)

Regular clients benefit from more predictable timings once we know the home. We confirm all pricing in writing before the first clean, so you know exactly what is included and how long the visit will be. There are no hidden charges for travel within our normal London service area.

Why Choose Professional Domestic Cleaners Instead of DIY

Cleaning your own home can be time-consuming and physically demanding, especially if you are juggling work, family and travel. Using a professional domestic cleaner means:

• Consistent standards – we follow a set routine so nothing is missed.
• Better techniques – we understand surfaces, products and dwell times.
• Time back – freeing several hours each week for work or rest.
• Reduced stress – your home feels under control even during busy periods.
• Safer methods – fewer chances of damaging finishes or mixing chemicals.

Because we are fully insured and accountable, issues can be resolved properly, which is rarely the case with casual or informal arrangements.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Cleaning Lady London operates to professional standards suitable for homes and smaller commercial properties.

• Public liability cover – protection in case of accidental damage to your property or third-party injury during a clean.
• Goods in transit insurance – where we transport cleaning equipment and materials to your property, this covers them between locations.
• Trained professional teams – our cleaners receive practical training in safe product use, colour-coded cloth systems, and working respectfully in occupied homes.

All staff are reference-checked and supervised, with regular quality checks to ensure standards remain consistently high.

Local Expertise Across London

Working daily across London means we understand the realities of local homes: compact flats, period terraces, new-build apartments and larger family houses. We plan around parking, access restrictions and building management rules, and we are used to working around busy households, children and pets. Our local knowledge allows us to schedule realistically and arrive prepared for the type of property we are visiting.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We approach every home as if it were our own. That means:

• Taking care around valuable items and delicate surfaces
• Using appropriate products for stone, wood and specialist finishes
• Following your instructions on rooms or items not to be touched

Where possible, we favour low-odour, effective products and can use eco-friendlier options on request. Microfibre cloth systems reduce waste and improve cleaning efficiency, and we optimise our routes to minimise unnecessary travel across London.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does domestic cleaning in London cost?

Pricing depends mainly on the size of your property, how often you want it cleaned and the current condition. We generally work on an hourly rate with a minimum booking, and we will estimate the number of hours needed after a brief discussion or virtual survey. Regular weekly or fortnightly cleans are more predictable and can work out better value than sporadic one-offs because the home is kept at a steady standard. All pricing is confirmed in writing before we start so you know exactly what to expect.

Can you provide same-day or urgent domestic cleaning?

Same-day or urgent cleaning is sometimes possible, especially on weekdays, but it does depend on existing bookings and the size of the job. If you need a last-minute clean before a guest arrives, an inspection or a move, contact us as early as you can and we will check our schedule. For urgent jobs, we may send a team rather than a single cleaner to complete the work faster. There may be a minimum booking time for short-notice appointments.

Are your cleaners insured while working in my home?

Yes. We are a fully insured company with public liability cover to protect you against accidental damage or injury during our visits. Where we transport our own equipment and materials, they are protected by goods in transit insurance. Our cleaners are trained to work carefully and to report any issues immediately, but in the rare event that something does go wrong, you have the reassurance of proper, documented insurance in place and a company that will handle it professionally.

What exactly is included in a domestic cleaning service?

Our standard domestic cleaning focuses on regular upkeep: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, and basic tidying of surfaces. We clean worktops, cupboard fronts, hobs, sinks, toilets, baths, showers, floors and accessible surfaces throughout the home. Optional extras such as oven interiors, fridge cleaning, inside cupboards or more detailed deep cleaning can be added if requested in advance. We agree a clear checklist with you before the first visit so that your cleaner knows what to prioritise within the booked time.

How far in advance should I book domestic cleaning?

For regular weekly or fortnightly cleaning, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance so we can reserve a consistent day and time that suits you. One-off and deep cleans are best booked a little earlier, especially around busy periods such as month-end, bank holidays and the summer. That said, we do keep some flexibility in the diary, so if you need a clean at short notice it is still worth asking. Once your slot is confirmed, it will be held for you on an ongoing basis.

Do I need to be at home during the clean?

No, you do not need to be present as long as we have arranged secure access, such as a key, key safe or concierge. Many of our regular clients prefer us to clean while they are at work. We record any access instructions securely and only share them with your allocated cleaner or team. If you are home during the visit, we will work around you as considerately as possible, focusing on different rooms in turn so we cause minimum disruption to your day.