I have super high standards when it comes to house cleaning (how lame!) and have tried a few people and companies that I wasn't satisfied with.

Alex and Kylie at Swan Bay Cleaning were great though. Rather than charge by the hour, they charge a flat rate of $75 which is good if you have a big house! Mine is pretty average - three bedrooms and modern and clean. But it means everything gets done.

I asked them to focus on the little things that don't get cleaned on a day-to-day basis such as the rangehood, windowsills, bookshelves, cobwebs etc. I was really happy with the results. There was a couple of basic things that seemed to get missed - like the kitchen table and microwave weren't wiped down but I did instruct them to prioritise those smaller things, bathrooms and floors.

Their communication was great too. We just texted to arrange an appointment, how to access the house and they followed up afterwards letting me know they had finished. Very professional. I think I'll get them back once a month to help me out. Would recommend to others.