Millie and I do our really intense deep cleaning ourselves. We find that no matter how good a cleaner may be, they're never, ever going to be as good as us! We all wish our cleaners cared as much as we do but they just simply don't. The little things that getting missed by our cleaners are shockingly obvious to us as owners because we look for everything!
Deep Cleaning: Why We Still Do It Ourselves (And You Might Want To, Too)
Let’s be real—no matter how reliable your cleaners are, they’ll never care quite like you do. They don’t have skin in the game. They’re not going to spot that dusty vent, sticky drawer pull, or stray hair under the bed. But you will—because it’s your name on the line.
That’s why Millicent and I still do all the deep cleaning ourselves. Sure, our cleaners handle the routine turnovers, but those deeper details? They’re often missed. And once you start noticing them, you can’t unsee them.
Pro tip: do the Flashlight Test.
Wait until nightfall, turn off all the lights, and shine a flashlight across the floors, baseboards, or behind furniture. It’s absolutely wild how much grime and dust you’ll spot that’s completely invisible during the day. We do this regularly—and trust us, it’ll change how you clean (and how you inspect).
It’s not about being a control freak—it’s about pride of ownership. If you want next-level cleanliness and guest satisfaction, nothing beats rolling up your sleeves and doing a deep clean yourself now and then. Your reviews—and your peace of mind—will thank you.
Let’s be real—no matter how reliable your cleaners are, they’ll never care quite like you do. They don’t have skin in the game. They’re not going to spot that dusty vent, sticky drawer pull, or stray hair under the bed. But you will—because it’s your 5 star review on the line.
That’s why Millicent and I still do all the deep cleaning ourselves. Sure, our cleaners handle the routine turnovers, but those deeper details? They’re often missed. And once you start noticing them, you can’t unsee them.
Pro tip: Do the Flashlight Test.
Wait until nightfall, turn off all the lights, and shine a flashlight across the floors, baseboards, or behind furniture. It’s absolutely wild how much grime and dust you’ll spot that’s completely invisible during the day. We do this regularly—and trust us, it’ll change how you clean (and how you inspect).
It’s not about being a control freak—it’s about pride of ownership. If you want next-level cleanliness and guest satisfaction, nothing beats rolling up your sleeves and doing a deep clean yourself now and then. Your reviews—and your peace of mind—will thank you.
