Latest government advice

  • Work in the home like cleaning can continue provided the person carrying out the work has no symptoms and that no-one in their household is self-isolating 
  • Social distancing of at least 2 metres must be maintained 
  • Travel to and from this type of work is allowed 
  • No work should be carried out by any tradesperson who has coronavirus symptoms, however mild 
  • More details can be found on the government website.

For the safety of both Clients and Cleaners, we have introduced the following rules

  • Cleaners must not clean if anyone in their household has symptoms (however mild) or self-isolating 
  • Clients must not allow cleaning if anyone in their household has symptoms (however mild) or self-isolating 
  • Clients must stay in a different room to the cleaner. Social distancing of at least 2 metres must be maintained at all times

Social Distancing & Face Coverings

  • Cleaners must at all times observe social distancing of 2 metres from anyone in the property 
  • Face coverings are not mandatory, however if the client asks for them to wear one, then they should be prepared to do so 
  • As always cleaners must never under any circumstances, take anyone (including children) with them to a clean
  • Thoroughly wash your hands before, during and after their cleans with warm soapy water 
  • Surfaces should be cleaned using regular products and then where possible, disinfected using a product that is certified to kill 99.9% of germs, such as Dettol
  • Antibacterial Surface Cleaner Spray or Xtra Protect Sanitiser 
  • Special attention should be paid to "high touched" areas such as; door and cupboard handles, light switches, TV remotes, tables, countertops etc 
  • Warm water (not hot or cold) should be used when cleaning surfaces and mopping floors, to maximise the effectiveness of cleaning products 
  • Use disposable or machine washable gloves 
  • Open windows where possible for ventilation 
  • Wash cleaning cloths and mop covers at a high temperature (60°C or above) after every use 
  • Avoid shaking dirty laundry and soft furnishings such as bath mats and rugs

Last updated: November 2021 yr