Please recommend/warn me about cleaning services and independent housekeepers in New York City [more inside]
posted on Sep 3, 2008 - 5 answers

We need to replace two horrible bagless upright vacuum cleaners which make an unbearable amount of noise and are largely ineffective, with a good relatively quiet single unit. [more inside]
posted on Feb 13, 2008 - 22 answers

So I've had this house keeper for a couple of years now. She's always done "good enough" work. I've had some complaints, but nothing serious. So last weekend, on a whim, I used another service and what a difference! They did a fantastic job all around. So how do I get rid of my current house keeper?
posted on Feb 4, 2008 - 25 answers

Domestic help? How much? Laundry, dishes, beds, straightening up, occasionally driving the kids to the sports practices. [more inside]
posted on Dec 26, 2007 - 9 answers

After a run of reading somewhat serious, oftentimes depressing fiction and nonfiction, I'm looking for something more domestic. Have any suggestions? [more inside]
posted on Aug 29, 2007 - 19 answers

What are your favorite heavy-duty cleaning products and super-cleaning secrets? [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2007 - 28 answers

Please recommend some upbeat songs about cleaning, housekeeping, etc. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2007 - 40 answers

Is there anything like FlyLady but for people who actually work outside the home? Lazy 20-something couple is looking for help keeping our apartment from being a sty. [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2007 - 32 answers

I just moved into a new apartment and am having trouble setting up house. Does anyone have a tried-and-true plan of attack for unpacking? [more inside]
posted on Sep 5, 2006 - 17 answers

I don't know what to do about my moms apartment. It is uncleanable in it's present state and she won't get rid of anything. [more inside]
posted on Aug 28, 2006 - 24 answers

I've got too much junk in my drawers. How can I make it easier to get to? [MI]
posted on Sep 12, 2004 - 12 answers

I'm a lazy bum who makes enough money to buy his way out of his problems. My problem: My girlfriend says our house is too messy, and she's sick of cleaning it. My solution: we'll hire a maid to come twice a month or so to do most of the routine chores.

My question: How do I go about finding a trustworthy, high quality housekeeper?
posted on Aug 4, 2004 - 22 answers