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Elite Cleaning Services
4.7(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Elite Cleaning Services was phenomenal! As soon as I walked in, the house smelled like fresh lemons! The ladies were so respectful and professional. If you are looking for quality cleaning with affordable prices, I highly recommend them!!"
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+18

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Antonia's Housekeeping
4.9(
8
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"This cleaning service is excellent--consistently. The team that comes is on time, completes their work professionally and the house looks just great. Very dependable and personable--I look forward to them coming on their regular schedule. I didn't realize what I was missing until I could see and experience it."
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+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Merry Maids
3.0(
410
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I've only had the initial service, and it was a positive experience. The person who cleaned our home worked smart / hard and spoke positively about Merry Maids, which I paid attention to. I've never used a service like this before and our home was a disaster (2 working parents & a toddler). I'm looking forward to the many benefits of having this service over time & appreciated receiving our very first service. Thanks Merry Maids!"
 Your whole house clean at once
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Heartland Home Cleaning LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our first cleaning thru Heartland. Teka was punctual, professional. We've used cleaning services in the past, and this was the best yet. Excellent and very thorough job. she was friendly and listened to our cleaning priorities, then went above and beyond. Very happy with her and Heartland."
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Bathroom Deep Reset

+5

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Simply Maid
5.0(
1
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer.

Dusting
Toilet Cleaning
Dishes
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+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Emily Richards
4.0(
4
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"We love Emily and she’s been extremely dependable and affordable for our needs. She’s been working with us every two weeks for close to one year and I trust her implicitly in our home. She always shows up with a positive attitude, is kind and loving to our pets with an impeccable eye for detail. She accommodates a special request from time to time and continues to exceed my expectations with each visit. I’ve recommended and given positive reviews on multiple platforms because she’s really helped us keep our house much cleaner than we ever could ourselves."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for maid service projects in Des Moines, IA

Yes, many people find hiring a cleaning service to be a worthwhile investment. A professional cleaner frees up hours you’d spend scrubbing floors and usually delivers a deeper result than a quick DIY pass. If you juggle family schedules, host guests, or simply value your weekends, the fee can be money well spent. Regular visits also protect finishes by using the right products on every surface. In short, you’re buying both a cleaner home and extra time in your day.

Start by comparing quotes and asking about recurring‑service discounts, as many companies drop their rate by $5 to $10 per visit when you schedule weekly or biweekly cleanings. Bundling tasks, such as window or appliance cleaning, into one appointment also reduces the trip fee. If your home needs only light upkeep, hire an independent cleaner and reserve a company for deep cleans. Tackling easy chores yourself keeps paid hours down without sacrificing a professional finish.

For one‑time or occasional jobs, plan to tip 10% to 20% of the total bill. Hand the gratuity directly to your cleaner or leave it in a labeled envelope if you won’t be home. When a crew tackles the work, split the tip evenly among team members. Routine weekly service usually doesn’t require a tip every visit, but many homeowners give a larger holiday bonus to show appreciation for consistent care.

Most companies arrive with commercial‑grade vacuums, microfiber cloths, and standard cleansers, so you don’t have to stock anything. Others ask you to provide basic tools or specialty products, especially if you prefer eco‑friendly or fragrance‑free solutions. Always confirm what’s included during the quote. If you have marble counters, for example, make sure the pro brings a stone‑safe cleaner or have it ready yourself to avoid accidental etching.

A routine cleaning of an average‑size home generally takes one to three hours. Deep cleans—scrubbing grout, wiping baseboards, moving furniture—stretch to three to six hours. A thorough move‑out service can run four to eight hours because every cabinet, drawer, and appliance needs attention. Square footage, clutter level, and the number of cleaners on the crew ultimately dictate the time frame, so ask for an estimate when you book.

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