It’s great to know there are alternatives when you’re looking for a property handover service, baby-sitters, housekeeping, cleaners or one-off home cleaning services in Singapore like a spring clean. Here are some top recommendations.
Mrs Sparkles – reliable home cleaning services
Mrs Sparkles is one of the best-established cleaning companies in Singapore with many wins in our Readers’ Choice Awards. Since 1996, they have been providing professional deep cleaning, housekeeping, curtain and laundry cleaning, house sitting, handyman services and floor polishing. Mrs Sparkles also can provide professional property handovers and spring-cleanings.
The first-class cleaning services, housekeeping packages and customisable home services are a great solution if you want some additional cleaning on an ad-hoc basis. Plus you can rest easy that the housekeepers at Mrs Sparkles all undergo personal training for cleaning and also to provide a customer-oriented work attitude. The regular home cleaning services start from $100 and spring-cleaning starts from $350.
Mrs Sparkles customer testimonial
“I wanted to share my experience with the outstanding home cleaning services provided by Mrs Sparkles. As expats navigating a new environment, finding a reliable and professional cleaning agency was crucial, and Mrs Sparkles exceeded our expectations in every way. The team members are professionally trained to maintain any floor types, both indoor and outdoor. I also use their expertise for ironing clothes and cleaning windows. Our dedicated housekeeper is always on time and trustworthy, too, which we really appreciate – and she knows our ironing routine and preferred cleaning tools.
“Another aspect I find very valuable is the possibility to adapt the service to our needs. It’s easy to reschedule sessions when we’re travelling overseas, or to plan additional ones for more in-depth cleaning work. This has made our lives so much easier! We’re so glad we found Mrs Sparkles and its reliable and friendly crew.“
– Celine J.
9105 3593 |Â mrs-sparkles.com.sg
Expat Handovers – smooth home transitions
Are you in need of expert assistance when renting in Singapore? Look no further than Expat Handovers, the trusted expat provider for property condition reports and relocation services. Founded by Australian friends Kasia and Elise in late 2023, Expat Handovers is dedicated to minimising disputes and ensuring seamless transitions for tenants.
With personal experience as expats themselves, Kasia and Elise understand the challenges faced by expat families and are committed to working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes. Expat Handovers offers two key services: property condition reports and home search relocation services.
Their property condition reports involve a thorough digital inspection of rental properties, documenting the condition of every room, fixture, and fitting. Using the newest digital software, Expat Handovers creates detailed reports that are time-stamped, fully customizable, and tailored to the specific property and client. With an average of 1400 photos and 200 pages, they leave no detail unnoticed.
In addition, their home search relocation services aim to alleviate the stress of navigating the home search process in Singapore. By working closely with clients to develop a comprehensive property profile that meets their needs, Kasia and Elise leverage their combined 15 years of experience and partner with relevant parties to ensure that all considerations are taken into account when a client is choosing the right property for you and your family in Singapore.
MEIDE – providing vetted cleaners and babysitters
MEIDE has been a well-established, leading home services provider in Singapore for almost ten years. The company offers a wide range of useful home services, specialising in general home cleaning and babysitting.
Cleaning solutions include regular weekly housekeeping and cleaning, post-renovation cleaning, and also ad-hoc services for when you need a little extra help. MEIDE is committed to providing reliable, prompt and professional help. The work is carried out by a diverse team of vetted cleaners who can cater to specific language preferences. In addition to English, they offer Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. There’s also a full range of nanny services from regular at-home to hotel babysitting services – even outdoor and travel nannies!
MEIDE has an easy, user-friendly online booking system. You can conveniently schedule services when it suits you, and make secure digital payments through internet banking and PayNow/PayLah/GrabPay/credit card and PayPal. Affordability is a cornerstone of the business, and the company’s flexible pricing structure includes options for hourly rates and discounts for long-term contracts. You pay for help only when you need it, unlike the commitment of a live-in helper.
The company also aims for transparent communication throughout the booking process, at the time of service, and afterwards. Booking forms are easy to fill out and detailed, to ensure your needs are matched. They team says this dedication to service quality and customer care has earned a loyal customer base over the decade.
Check out the reviews on the company’s website for a more personal insight. Here’s just one example:
MEIDE customer testimonial
“I engaged Meide for post-tenancy cleaning. They sent two cleaners for my one-bedroom place and they were both very thorough in their cleaning. They were easy to talk to and we didn’t need to give them any directions. I can tell that the cleaners were quite experienced. It took about four hours but there was not a speck of dust left in the house. I would definitely be engaging the company again when there is a need for house cleaning.”
– Ayana
Call/WhatsApp 8595 8579 | meide@meide.sg
meide.sg| baby.meide.sgÂ
Clean Clean Singapore – full- and part-time cleaners
Clean Clean Singapore is a Japanese cleaning services company that began with the aim of helping mums living overseas who need some extra help. The cleaners are trained professionally and are a great alternative to live-in helpers. They offer home cleaning services in Singapore plus office cleaning, moving cleaning, babysitting, pet sitting, housekeeping and postpartum services.
Their home cleaning services in Singapore start from $110. Cleaners bring their own tools (with the exception of a vacuum cleaner) and child-safe detergents. What’s more, two cleaners come for each session, and the job includes wiping, mopping, vacuuming and disinfection of bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen and living room. If you’re moving homes, the team’s cleaners can clean your whole house from $400. Or, for a daily housekeeping service, you can opt for the housekeeping option for $100 for four hours. This includes cleaning, washing, ironing and bed making. It’s also good to know that the company doesn’t charge transportation or commission fees for cleaners.
When it comes to looking after kids, Clean Clean Singapore’s babysitters have many years of experience. Fees start at $30 per hour for one child and $40 per hour for two children, and the babysitters can serve any food and beverages prepared by parents. They also offer pet-sitting services (starting from $35) and a postpartum care service where an experienced Japanese nurse can help you with light housework and baby care.
9793 1512 |Â cleancleansingapore.wixsite.comÂ
Laundryheap – say goodbye to laundry day!
Instead of lugging clothes to the cleaners or spending hours sorting and folding, take a load off with a service that cleans and dry cleans for you. Laundryheap will pick up your clothes, connect you with experts to wash them and then return your clean laundry to your door. They can also organise your dry cleaning!
The entire service is tailored for busy expats, families, and frequent travelers who value convenience and their precious time. Booking is simple using the app or website, and pickup slots are flexible, making scheduling super convenient.
When you make your booking, you can also access real-time driver tracking to ensure you have a stress-free experience. Plus, for a limited time, new users can enjoy 20% off their first order with the code ‘EXPAT20’. Reclaim your weekends and time and let Laundrycare take care of it!
White Glove – a maid agency with a difference
Looking for a live-in helper in Singapore? White Glove is a maid agency with a difference. American founder Jennifer Yarbrough has built a company that benefits both employers and helpers in Singapore. There’s no hefty upfront fee, which can hit the employer initially with the helper then paying this off. This saves you money, and it reduces the financial burden on your helper.
The company also only represents helpers who have transferred from other homes in Singapore. This means the helpers are experienced and knowledgeable about living here. They also undergo a stringent pre-screening process, including getting records from MOM and references from former employers, and checking of social media accounts. Only suitable helpers in Singapore are recommended to potential employers.
The company will guide you through the entire process. This includes selecting helpers, interviewing, making an offer and arranging for them to start work. The agency will also suggest the best questions to ask during the interviews to find out if the helper is suitable for your family. Best of all, everything including applications and contracts can be conveniently completed online.
8893 4993 | wg.sg
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