House cleaner reference check questions

Script

We are calling because [Person] offered you as a reference. We have a one-year-old and are currently looking for one-time house cleaning, possibly growing into regular house cleaning.

  • How long did the cleaner work for you, and were they consistent with their schedule?

    • If no longer working for you, why not?
  • Would you hire this person or company again?

  • Did you trust them in your home, perhaps while you were away?

  • Did they show up on time and complete the job as agreed?

  • How would you rate the overall quality of the cleaning?

  • Were they professional and respectful of your personal space and privacy?

  • Did they pay attention to detail?

  • Were they receptive to feedback or instructions?

  • Would you be willing to share how much you pay them, and whether it feels like a good value?

Our policies:

  • We will provide cleaning chemicals,
  • Use our vacuum cleaner on rugs.
  • (Don’t require insured and bonded; don’t require documentation.)
  • Willing to pay in cash.
  • If sick, let us know and we can reschedule.

Alissa K.