Meet Sydney’s Best Cleaners

It’s almost a universal truth that no one wants to spend their free time cleaning the house.

Meet Sydney’s Best Cleaners

It’s almost a universal truth that no one wants to spend their precious free time cleaning the house. Even though Marie Kondo got us all in a state of decluttering frenzy and folding our clothes in thirds was fun for about 5 minutes, she didn’t have any drastic solutions for jobs like scrubbing grimy showers, vacuuming the carpet, dusting difficult to reach surfaces or window cleaning. If we’re being completely honest, it’s probably best we leave all of that to the professionals because they’re just better at it! With a plethora of cleaning of options out there, we’ve shortlisted the 10 best cleaners in Sydney for you.

Here are our Top 10 Best Cleaners in Sydney

1. Carina M. Sydney

Carina is a super-star cleaner and won first place as Airtasker of the year in the home services category.

Carina has 15 years of experience in residential and commercial cleaning and delivers exceptional service to a high standard. On top of general home cleaning and spring cleans, Carina and her team specialise in:

  • Post construction cleaning
  • Builders cleaning
  • Renovation cleaning
  • Pre-sale / post-sale cleaning
  • End of lease cleaning
  • Professional upholstery and carpet steam cleaning
  • Deceased estate cleaning

For end of lease cleans, Carina and her team offer a bond back guarantee. The team is well known for their professionalism and quality of work as well as their attention to detail in all aspects of cleaning.

Carina has 5 stars from 255 reviews on Airtasker and this is what one satisfied person on Airtasker had to say about her:

“Just excellent! Carina was open and honest about her booking process through Airtasker, encouraging me to provide thorough details of the job, so she could provide a complete quote. This professional approach and her great reviews made me feel confident booking her for the task. She was warm and friendly throughout her work, and has left my house sparkling! Thanks so much Carina!!” – MG

2. Catalina R. Mosman

Catalina and her team have extensive experience in home cleaning and pride themselves on their superior service, excellent attitude and attention to detail.

Catalina attends to end of lease cleaning, post renovation cleaning, commercial cleaning and general cleaning. They even guarantee to return to your premises without cost if you’re unsatisfied with any part of their cleaning.

Catalina is extremely easy to communicate with and very hardworking. Catalina and her team’s attention detail is second to none. Catalina has 4.8 stars on Airtasker and this is one of her reviews:

Catalina’s team did a fantastic job! Very professional and left my place sparkling and ready for the real estate agent to do their final inspection. Very happy with the service they provided! Highly recommended.” – Chrissy Y

3. Tara S. Newtown

Tara is a super cleaner based in the inner west. Tara’s philosophy in life is all around minimalism and zero waste and she aligns these values to all her cleaning jobs. She specialises in general cleaning or deep cleans. She also provides cleaning services for commercial kitchens and restaurants, offices,

Tara only uses non-toxic, eco-friendly and cruelty free / vegan products suitable for asthmatics, children and anyone who wants to avoid using harmful chemicals around the house. In addition to cleaning, Tara can also provide zero waste consultation for your home or business. She can do a trash audit and action plans to reduce your waste and will try to close the loop by repairing, repurposing, rehoming and disposing of items thoughtfully to keep both costs and waste low.

On top of cleaning, Tara is also an organising specialist and is very experienced with the Konmari method of decluttering. Tara has organised both homes and businesses and has transformed these places into efficient, beautiful spaces. Tara uses systems and methods that are easy to maintain and she uses whatever you have on hand to organise your things. Here is one of the many top reviews of Tara’s work:

“Tara had great communication as soon as the task had been assigned to her and made me feel comfortable straight away. She was very friendly and non judgmental of the task that had to be done. As soon as Tara arrived she got straight into the job that needed to be achieved.We will definitely be assigning Tara to more tasks within our house that come up. Thanks again and see you soon. :)” – Janice C

4. Bruce R. Sydney

Bruce is a qualified and trained professional carpet cleaner and also offers upholstery, leather and fabric lounge cleaning. As one of a handful of qualified carpet cleaners, Bruce is certified by Von Schrader USA and is a member of the National Academy of Von Schrader Associates (N.A.V.S.A).

Bruce is extremely dedicated to his work and believes that the best way to clean carpet is by using the LMX (Low Moisture Soil Extraction) method. This is where a cylindrical brush is used with dry foam (instead of water) and cleans deep down to the base of the carpet. When the soil becomes emulsified in foam, sand and grit are brought to the surface and a powerful suction then lifts out the dirt in seconds. As dry foam is used instead of water, the carpet is not wet, and therefore no risk of shrinkage or rot.

Here’s what some Airtaskers have said about Bruce’s carpet cleaning service:

“An absolutely awesome, A+++ Airtasker! ? Efficient & exceptionally effective cleaning of my chaise sofa & ottoman to almost look like new – and it’s over 10 years old so that’s saying something about his skills, and the top-notch product he uses (foam not steam). I’m even able to sell it instead of throwing it out now! Communication A++, arrived on time & was courteous & pleasant throughout. Also gave detailed advice on how to care for it afterward, to extend the life of the clean. Highly recommended Airtasker.” – Sharlene H

5. Diana M. Bondi

Dee has over 10 years of experience in professional cleaning and specialises in general cleaning, Airbnb change-over cleaning and domestic cleaning around the Eastern suburbs of Sydney.

Dee does not have a team and prefers to work alone so that she is fully accountable for her work. Dee tries to be a minimalist when it comes to cleaning and tries to use sprays as little as possible to avoid the toxic fumes. She prefers using dishwashing liquid and vinegar to clean both to look after the environment as well as saving costs for the Poster.

Dee believes her best attributes are her attention to detail, her honesty and the relationships she has built with the people she has cleaned for. Dee also has a Diploma in Business management and a Diploma in Business Administration. Here’s one of Dee’s reviews:

“Dee was fantastic. The house was spotless, she is so thorough (and so friendly!) and we don’t have any doubt we will be contacting Dee again soon. Highly Recommend Dee’s cleaning!” – Owen L

6. Kijo J. Ryde

Kijo performs all types of domestic cleaning from window cleaning to professional carpet cleaning. He also does upholstery cleaning for chairs, sofas and lounges as well as mattress cleaning. Kijo also has extensive experience in end of lease cleaning, general cleaning and Airbnb cleaning in between guests.

Kijo’s work ethic, his efficient ways of cleaning and how the cleanliness of people’s carpets are what people love about his work. He prides himself as one of the best cleaners in Sydney and has 4.9 stars from 1,030 reviews. This is one of his reviews:

“Kijo turned up on time, had all of the equipment and completed the task (steam clean carpet in 2 bedrooms). We would recommend him to others who need some cleaning done and need someone reliable” – Ronan H

7. Anthony K. Surry Hills

Anthony and his team offer general home cleaning and and end of lease cleans as well as home and wardrobe organisation. As well as this, Anthony also provides gardening services including weed removal and general garden maintenance.

In addition to cleaning, Anthony also has 20 years of professional ironing experience where he provides both at home and pick-up service.

Anthony and his team have a high level of professionalism, reliability  and prompt communication throughout the entire process. Anthony has 4.9 stars from 104 reviews with 100% completion rate and here’s what one person had to say about Anthony:

“Anthony did a fantastic job. The place was left spotless and his attention to detail in cleaning little things like marks on the wall and light switches was impressive. Would highly recommend him if you’re after a cleaner.” Justin L

8. Pei Ean Y. Newtown

Pei is not only an experienced cleaner but also has a degree in hospitality and tourism management. She understands the level of service required to ensure people are 100% satisfied with her cleaning work.

Pei either works alone or with her husband and impresses people with her amazing bathroom cleans, her punctuality and her attention to detail. People generally found that Pei exceeded their expectations when it came to home cleaning.

Pei is fluent in three languages – English, Chinese and Japanese, is based in Newtown but also services the entire Sydney region with her cleaning services. Pei has 5 stars on Airtasker and this is one of her reviews.

“My bathroom was left absolutely spotless. Pei did such a great job and was quick and efficient! Thank you – will definitely be asking for you to come back.” – Henna K.

9. Carly B. Potts Point

Carly and her team have over 12 years of professional cleaning experience and performs the following types of cleans:

  • private homes
  • commercial spaces
  • offices and warehouses
  • boarding houses
  • childcare centres

Carly also does professional end of lease cleaning and has previously worked for Belle Property Bondi Junction and City Living Agency in Walsh Bay with 100% satisfaction rate.

Carly and her team have a fantastic reputation and have professionally cleaned houses used for sets on a number of Australian TV shows including Packed to the Rafters, Wonderland and Finding Milat.

The team will come with all their own cleaning equipment and supplies and will service the whole Sydney region. Carly has a 4.8 stars on Airtasker and this was one of her reviews:

“Carly was an excellent choice or my challenging cleaning task. A recently vacated tenant left my otherwise meticulously clean apartment in a state of absolute filth. Luckily, Carly came to the rescue and within just a few short hours she had whipped it back into sparkling shape. Thanks, Carly. A+”

10. Huicheol L. Glebe

Huicheol has a small two-person team of cleaners and has over 10 years of experience in home cleaning.

The team performs all types of domestic cleaning but specialises in initial house cleans, end of lease cleans as well as  professional steam carpet cleaning.

Huicheol and his team are known for their attention to detail when cleaning, easy communication and their excellent carpet cleaning service. The team services the entire Sydney region. Huicheol has 4.7 stars on Airtasker and this is one his reviews:

“Wow! Did the most wonderful clean with attention to every detail. Please feel safe to use their services. I highly recommend.” – Natalie C

How to rid mould from your home for good

Mould can ruin clothes, furniture and be terrible for your health. Here's some effective ways to get rid of mould from your home.

How to rid mould from your home for good

If you live in Sydney, you’ll know it’s been a very wet autumn and a cold start to winter. Along with the awful weather, mould and mildew may have also snuck into the home and taken up residence in your bathroom or wardrobe.

No matter how much house cleaning you do, it can ruin furniture, your clothes and there is a real health risk. Mould can cause issues such as sinus, asthma, yeast infections, headaches, fatigue, depression, skin and respiratory infections and aching joints. It’s toxic and needs to be taken care of immediately.

Your first instinct will be to go to your local supermarket and stock up on mould killing products, but I hate to be the bearer of bad news – they won’t work. And I’m going to tell you why.

Mould vs. Mildew – what is it?

Mould is a type of fungi (yep, gross) and mildew is a type of mould. Mildew is what can show on surfaces like wood, wool, leather, silk, cotton and linen) and it’s pretty much everywhere and only needs water to get a colony started.

Mould and mildew love warm, moist, sometimes dark spaces – that’s why it’s important to air areas like garages and cellars regularly (especially after rain).

How to get rid of mould?

Feel like throwing everything out?  Unfortunately, it’s the mildews food source, which means you’ll have to get rid of the water source. To do this requires you to dry out your home and eliminate any moisture and dampness.

Are you renting?

You should tell your landlord (in writing) as they have a duty to maintain the rental in reasonable repair, which includes mould. For more information head to tenants.org to find out what your rights and responsibilities are.

Here’s a quick list of things you can do to prevent moulds from occuring:

  • Make sure you have ventilation leaving doors and windows open on dry days.
  • Insulate your ceilings to keep them warmer so it’s less prone to condensation – moulds water source.
  • Open up the curtains and windows to let the sun in (remember it likes dark spaces).
  • After a rainstorm check for leaks and water pooling on the roof.
  • Dry all wet areas.
  • Clean indoor plants of dust and extra water.
  • Wipe away condensation.
  • Use a dehumidifier – set it to less than 55% humidity.

What about bleach?

Bleach will only mask it and not get rid of the mould at all and if you are suffering any allergies from the mould, those symptoms will stick around too.

To clean mould, you’ll need…

  • Face mask
  • Goggles (especially for ceiling and walls)
  • Gloves
  • Newspaper
  • Micro-fibre cloth
  • Bucket
  • Broom
  • Toothbrush
  • Old stockings
  • Oil of Cloves
  • Vinegar

Fixing Mouldy Things

Washable fabrics (curtains, cushions, bedding, towels, clothing)

  1.  Soak in 1 cup salt and vinegar in 10L of water with 3 drops Oil of Cloves – Leave overnight.
  2. Next morning, squeeze out as much as possible and hang in the sun until dry and leave out for an additional hour as a salt crust forms.
  3. Use a soft brush to remove salt crust over the newspaper and dispose of it after.
  4. Machine wash with warm water and hang to dry as normal.
  5. Spray with 3 drops Oil of Cloves and 1L of water and leave to dry.

Non-washable fabrics (suede, leather, silk)

  1. Lay down sheets of newspaper and put the items on top.
  2. Mix some coarse salt with a little vinegar and a drop of Oil of Cloves.
  3. Leave to sit for a day in the sunshine.
  4. Brush off mould as mentioned in washable fabrics and spray again with Oil of Cloves water mixture.

Leather goods

  1. Put 3 drops of Oil of Cloves with 1/2 cup baby or coconut oil.
  2. Wipe mouldy area in a circular motion.
  3. Leave to soak and store in a light airy location.

Non-portable/washable fabrics (carpets)

  1. Spray with a mixture of Oil of Cloves (3 drops), 1/2 cup vinegar, 5 cups of water and then sprinkle salt over the top in a thick layer.
  2. Leave overnight to dry and then vacuum.
  3. Repeat if necessary.

Mouldy grout

  1. Use a toothbrush or grout brush and dip into vinegar and then in a mixture of 3 drops Oil of Cloves and 1/2 cup bicarb soda.
  2. Brush while fizzing on grout.
  3. Repeat and afterwards spray with clove oil and water mixture and leave to dry out.

Cupboards

  1. Hang a stick of chalk tied together with ribbon to absorb moisture.
  2. When chalk become damp, hang outside to dry.
  3. Reuse chalk bundle.

Walls and ceilings

  1. Mix 3 drops Oil of Cloves, 1/2 vinegar and 5 cups water.
  2. Use a clean broom, and the leg portion of stocking over the head and dip into solution.
  3. Sweep over the mouldy area.
  4. Allow it to dry and repeat.
  5. Every month spray walls/ceiling with a solution of 3 drops Oil of Cloves to 1L of water and leave to dry completely.

All of this cleaning can take a lot of energy and time, so if you need a helping hand there are plenty of Airtaskers in your local neighbourhood who can help.

Do you have any more mould killing tips? Share with us in the comments below.

Top 5 Cleaning Blogs

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There are a plethora of blogs on the Internet that are filled with house cleaning tips, stain removal tricks and even how to clean organically. So I thought I’d share some of the ones I love to read and get inspiration from to try at home and also share with Airtaskers.

Here are our Top 5 Cleaning blogs

The Organised Housewife

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Mother of three, Katrina is the mastermind behind this lovely blog which features all kinds of articles from how to clean the oven to creative ways to flavour popcorn. The Organised Housewife inspires other mums to keep up with the family in some really interesting and fun ways.

Declutter home

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Professional organiser Tanya Lea can help anyone get their life back in order by decluttering and sorting their home or office. With a wealth of experience, she shares many of her tips and tricks on her blog Declutter Home. What I especially love about her blog are the endless spring cleaning tips for organisation and Tanya covers everything from the bedroom to your passwords, things you just wouldn’t think about.

Homelife

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I think you could find out almost anything you need to know about your home and garden on Homelife. It has some great focused articles such as top calorie busting cleaning jobs, How to clean and maintain your mattress and seven home eco sins. It’s not all about house cleaning either, but also decorating, recipes and shopping.

I Hate Cleaning

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Yes, you read correctly the title of this blog is I Hate Cleaning and it makes it up there not only for it’s great funky website. Lana Jane allows us a look into her world where she battles with her hate for cleaning but also loves the feeling of a clean home. Lana has investigated the ultimate carpet cleaning solution and the natural ways to deodorize a fridge.

Stay At Home Mum

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With a young family, Jody found that she needed to be more frugal with her household budgeting and by sheer surprise they had a happier family life. On the Stay At Home Mum blog, Jody shares all her tips she learnt on living simply. One of my favourite articles is how to clean walls as she goes through all the possible scenarios such as crayon and grease marks and how to remove them.

There you have it, my top cleaning blogs that are awesome sources of inspiration for me. If you have any others please let us know in the comments below, we’re always looking for cool new cleaning websites.

Don’t forget, you won’t have to lift a finger if you hire an Airtasker to take care of the cleaning.

House Cleaning With A Toothbrush: How To

What’s the one item we all use daily that will clean even the trickiest of hard to reach spots? Believe "House Cleaning With A Toothbrush: How To"

House Cleaning With A Toothbrush: How To

What’s the one item we all use daily that will clean even the trickiest of hard to reach spots? Believe it or not, it’s your toothbrush. Drains, tap fixtures, lampshades and cheese graters… the list is endless. But this handy inexpensive tool will make your house cleaning much simpler.

Here’s how a toothbrush can clean your home room by room

A. Kitchen

1. Stove knobs
Using a sponge to clean the oil and food splattered on kitchen knobs is a slippery task. However using a toothbrush you won’t miss a speck of grease or dirt as you can reach all the tight spots.

2. Microwave vents
To clean, use a cloth that you’ve sprayed with house cleaner and place it over a toothbrush. That way you can get into each vent opening and won’t risk getting any cleaning spray in the fan.

You can also use the toothbrush on cooking equipment that are difficult to clean e.g. juices, cheese graters, small jars and unusually shaped vases/bottles.

B. Bathroom

1. Taps
Mold and mildew build up around the bases of taps can be removed by using a wet toothbrush in a matter of seconds.

2. Toilet seat hinges
It’s another awkward spot that can gather plenty of dust, but by using a toothbrush you can get in around the hinges and clean, no problem.

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3. Grout
When combined with a bit of baking soda paste and scrubbing with a toothbrush vigorously will loosen the mold. After, just wipe off the paste and wash down with the showerhead or wet cloth.

C. Around the home

1. Lampshades/ lights
Sometimes dusting with a cloth is not enough to get it looking sparkling clean. Using a soft toothbrush you can gently remove all the dirt; it’s especially helpful for any pleats.

2. Wall sockets and light switches
Cleaning around light switches and the on/off button isn’t always easy but a brush will let you remove all the dirt.

Extra tip: Use multiple coloured brushes of use permanent marker to note which ones are for different areas of the house.

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