Cleaning up London

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Introduction

It is timely that April is Stress Awareness Month. After a year in a global pandemic, the strain of repeated lockdowns and uncertainties have increased stress and impacted mental wellbeing. However, stress can be controlled in our daily lives. In this article, we look at the connection between a clean house and mental health and how cleaning can help stress levels.

Clutter increases stress

Because of lockdowns and working from home, we are spending most of our time stuck at home. Over the past year, 74% of UK adults have experienced problems with mental or emotional pressure. Researchers have found that clutter and mess are strongly associated with increasing stress and anxiety. According to a study clutter starts with loosing pens and papers, filling your desk with unnecessary clutter and leads to low quality work environment and increased anxiety levels.

Over 82% of Brits’ mood is impacted by clutter in some way....

It’s that time of year where your house deserves a serious makeover. We’re not just talking about a general sweep or some light dusting – we’re talking about that yearly spring deep-clean that will transform your house from messy and mediocre to sparkling-clean five-star-hotel standard.

It’s going to take some hard work, which is why we are joined today by The Handy Squad, handyman services in London, who are going to share some of their top spring-cleaning tips.

Create a plan

Before you dive straight in, grab a pen and paper and start writing out a ‘to-do list’. Cleaning your entire house can be overwhelming, especially if there’s a lot to get done! Instead of having one large task with a single overall goal, break the job down into lots of little tasks. Start by writing out all the chores you know you need to complete and then organise them by room. For inspiration, check out Taste of Home’s spring cleaning checklist - but...

Language: English, Spanish 

Services: Cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Hard-working, punctual, responsible, reliable

Location: Brixton, Camberwell, Deptford, Lambeth, Peckham

April brings our first housekeeper of the week, Joselyn! Joselyn has been a cleaner for over 15 years. Her experience mainly lies in domestic cleaning but she also has commercial experience cleaning tube stations. Joselyn is a mother at heart and loves taking care of children. She considers herself an extremely hard-working individual who always has a positive attitude. Furthermore, Joselyn’s clients appreciate that she is punctual and reliable. Whether you need a one-off clean in Lambeth or a regular cleaning service in Brixton, Joselyn is the perfect choice for you.

Check out some of her great reviews from previous clients:

"Joselyn is a very good and responsible worker. She is a positive person and punctual every time."

"Joselyn's work was great. She was reliable...

Language: English, Portuguese

Services: Cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Punctual, trustworthy, reliable

Location: Kilburn, Marylebone, Notting Hill, Paddington, Primrose Hill

Well done to Carina who is our housekeeper of the week! Carina is well-versed in cleaning and works in both domestic and commercial cleaning. Her experience in cleaning hotels means she is extremely professional and produces work to a very high standard. Carina always has a positive attitude and consistently shows up on time. Outside of work, Carina is a very sociable person and loves playing with her children. All of her clients regard her as a helpful, trustworthy individual. If you are looking for a one-off clean in Notting Hill or a regular cleaning session in Marylebone, Carina is well-suited to the job.  

Here are some of her great reviews from previous customers:

"I really like Carina's work. She is extremely helpful to have as a cleaner in the house! Very punctual, very...

Language: English, Spanish

Services: Regular cleaning, one-off cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Professional, trustworthy, reliable, organised

Location: Blackheath, Camberwell, Dulwich, Greenwich, Lewisham, Peckham

We couldn’t be happier to announce that Mairileynis is our housekeeper of the week! Originally from the Dominican Republic, Mairileynis has lived in the U.K. for five years. She has worked for several cleaning agencies in the past but decided to become independent last year. Mairileynis takes pride in her cleaning and enjoys making homes tidy and organised. Her clients consider her to be extremely reliable and efficient. She loves being around children and has three younger siblings of her own. Mairileynis is the perfect fit for anybody looking for a cleaner in Lewisham or a housekeeper in Dulwich. 

Take a look at her excellent reviews from clients:

"Mairileynis is extremely efficient and did a great job on all tasks set for her...I find her...

Language: English, Russian, Spanish

Services: Cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Reliable, flexible, trustworthy

Location: Bethnal Green, Bow, Canary Wharf, Canning Town, Stratford, Whitechapel

We are pleased to announce that our housekeeper of the week is Zanna. Zanna is originally from Latvia but now lives in London. She has over 20 years of experience in housekeeping and is an excellent cleaner. Her greatest attributes are that she is reliable and flexible. Her clients praise the high quality of her work and consider her to be an extremely trustworthy individual. As well as providing cleaning services, Zanna is more than happy to help with the housekeeping. Whether you need a cleaner in Bethnal Green or a housekeeper in Canary Wharf, Zanna is perfect for any East London family! 

Read some of her great reviews from previous customers:

"Zanna is a very reliable and trustworthy person and the quality of her work is excellent."

"Zanna is a good...

Language: English, Portuguese

Services: Cleaning, deep cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Professional, punctual, friendly, honest

Location: Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Southall, Wembley

Congratulations to Deolinda who is our housekeeper of the week! Deolinda is a very experienced cleaner who has previously worked in offices and hotels. With 9 years of experience under her belt, she has great attention to detail. Deolinda is originally from Portugal and in her spare time, she loves to travel. Clients describe her as a friendly and intelligent person. Deolinda is available for a range of domestic services. She is more than happy to do the laundry or provide a deep clean of your oven. Deolinda always shows up on time, ready to work. Deolinda is the perfect cleaner if you’re looking for a one-off clean in Wembley or a regular cleaning service in Ealing.

Here are some of her great reviews from customers:

“Deolinda is friendly but also always professional. I would...

Language: English, Bulgarian

Services: Cleaning, housekeeping 

Characteristics: Punctual, friendly, conscientious

Location: Hackney, Leyton, Stratford, Tottenham, Walthamstow

Well done to Vanesa who is our housekeeper of the week! If you are looking for both cleaning and housekeeping services, then Vanesa is the right professional for you. Her experience lies in regular services and she is somebody you can rely on. She absolutely loves being around children so she is a great fit for families. Vanesa’s best quality is her time management skills. She is a punctual individual who is willing to go above and beyond for her clients. Vanesa is a great choice whether you are looking to book a housekeeper in Tottenham or a regular cleaning service in Walthamstow.

Take a look at some of her previous reviews from customers:

"Vanesa is a friendly, conscientious and capable cleaner who we would recommend for anyone."

"Vanesa is always on time and does a great job...

• Language: English, Albanian
• Services: Regular cleaning, one-off cleaning, housekeeping
• Characteristics: Kind, thorough, determined, organised
• Location: Acton, Earl’s Court, Hammersmith, Kilburn, Notting Hill, Shepherd’s Bush

We couldn’t be happier to announce that Sala is our housekeeper of the week. She is an extremely hard-working and determined individual. Sala’s experience lies within deep house cleaning which means she has great attention to detail. As a mother of four, she is a family woman at heart. Her maternal nature makes her a kind, compassionate person and a joy to have around your home. Sala can do both cleaning and housekeeping jobs. More than anything, customer satisfaction is her top priority. Whether you need a one-off clean in Kilburn or a regular cleaning service in Earl’s Court, Sala would be happy to help!

Take a look at her great reviews from previous clients:

"Sala is a very good cleaner, trustworthy and...