If you’re hiring a cleaning company for the first time in Thousand Oaks, a common question that comes up is: “Can I stay home while the cleaners are working?” The short answer is yes—but there are some considerations to help make your experience smoother, safer, and more efficient.
This guide will answer the most frequent questions we hear from homeowners in the area.
🛋 Can You Stay Home During a Cleaning?
Yes, you can absolutely stay home. Many Marching Maids clients do! Our cleaning pros are trained to work efficiently around people and pets. However, some customers prefer to step out for errands or work from another room while we clean.
When it’s best to stay home:
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First-time cleanings (to provide direction or answer questions)
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You have specific areas or items you want to prioritize or protect
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You work from home and don’t mind light noise
When it’s better to step out:
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Deep cleaning with strong products or equipment
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You have young children or reactive pets
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You’re sensitive to dust, fragrance, or noise
🧴 Are the Products Safe?
Every house cleaner chooses cleaning products that are most effective for them to use. If you select eco-friendly and non-toxic products as an extra, the cleaners will carry those as well as they are safe for people and pets. If you have allergies or sensitivities, just let us know—we can use products you provide.
Many cleaning companies (ours included) offer custom product options, so don’t hesitate to ask!
🛡 Are Cleaners Vetted and Trustworthy?
We understand that inviting someone into your home requires trust. That’s why all of our cleaners:
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Pass full background checks
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Are personally interveiwed
We ask clients to review the cleaners after every job.
We also send the same house cleaner to you every time so you can build up rapport and familiarity. Plus the cleaner will get to know your house really well.
🧹 What Should I Do Before the Cleaners Arrive?
You don’t need to clean before we clean—but these steps help maximize your service:
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Tidy clutter (toys, clothes, dishes) so we can access surfaces
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Secure valuables or sensitive documents
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Make a quick note of any areas you want extra focus or skipped
💬 Can I Give Instructions or Feedback?
Absolutely. Communication helps us customize your cleaning to your needs.
You can:
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Leave a note or checklist
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Walk through the home with the cleaner briefly
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Text or email our office team with instructions
📍 Local Tip for Thousand Oaks Residents
Homes in Thousand Oaks often deal with seasonal allergens and dust. We recommend recurring cleanings every 2 weeks to stay ahead of buildup—especially in high-traffic areas and homes with pets.
You can book recurring service or one-time cleaning with Marching Maids in Thousand Oaks.
🧼 Final Thoughts
Yes, it’s safe to stay home during a cleaning. And with a professional, vetted team like Marching Maids, you can relax knowing your home is in good hands. Whether you want to supervise or stay hands-off, we’re here to make your cleaning stress-free.