If you’ve been shopping around for a cleaning service in Saint John, Rothesay, or Quispamsis, you’ve probably noticed something strange. One company quotes $120, another says $200, and somehow they both claim to offer “the best clean ever.”

So what’s really going on here?

Let’s talk about it honestly.

Not every cleaning company runs the same way. Some are cutting corners to stay cheap. Others are building something solid and reliable. Once you understand what goes into a quote, it all starts to make sense.

Employees vs. Contractors

This one’s huge.

A lot of cleaning companies in New Brunswick use independent contractors instead of hiring their cleaners as employees. That’s how they keep prices low.

They don’t have to pay for vacation time, car expenses, taxes, or benefits. They don’t pay for insurance, uniforms, or training. Most times, they don’t even provide the products or equipment.

Sounds like a good deal for them… but not so much for you.

Because when cleaners are contractors, there’s no consistency, no protection if something breaks, and no guarantee the person in your home is insured.

At DayMaker Cleaning Co., everyone on our team is an employee. Trained. Insured. Reliable. The same friendly faces showing up every visit.

That’s what you’re really paying for: peace of mind.

Insurance and Accountability

This one’s simple.

If a company doesn’t have proper insurance, you’re rolling the dice. Professional cleaning companies carry liability insurance (for your home) and workers’ comp (for their cleaners).

It’s expensive to do things the right way, but it protects you. And we’d rather sleep at night knowing our clients and employees are covered.

Training and Quality

Anyone can grab a mop. That’s not training.

DayMaker cleaners are trained on how to clean efficiently, safely, and consistently. We follow detailed checklists, use the right products for each surface, and double-check our work.

Our team isn’t racing the clock to squeeze in one more house. We pay fairly, including time between jobs, so our people can slow down and do it right.

Supplies and Equipment

Here’s a big one most people never think about.

Some companies tell their cleaners to use whatever’s under your sink. Others use the cheapest grocery-store products they can find.

We bring everything with us. Professional-grade, eco-friendly products. Professionally sanitized microfiber cloths and mop heads for every home.

Pay, Turnover, and Care

Here’s another thing most people don’t realize: even a lot of companies that do hire employees still don’t pay them between jobs.

That means every time a cleaner drives across town, grabs supplies, or gets stuck in traffic they’re not being paid. They’re only paid for the time they’re physically inside your home.

You can imagine how that adds up over time. It leads to burnout, rushing, and cutting corners.

At DayMaker, we do the opposite. We pay for drive time, prep time, and all the little moments in between that make a professional cleaner’s day run smoothly. Because when our team feels supported, they take better care of you.

When cleaners are underpaid, they rush. When they feel undervalued, they leave.

That’s why cheaper companies have a constant revolving door of staff.

At DayMaker, we pay fairly, reward consistency, and treat cleaning like a career, not a side hustle. That’s why our clients get the same dependable people week after week.

Systems and Reliability

You know what drives people crazy? Flaky service.

Missed cleans. Last-minute cancellations. Zero communication.

That’s what happens when there’s no structure.

We run on systems that keep everything running smooth — reminders before your clean, backup teams if someone’s sick, clear communication if anything changes. You shouldn’t have to chase your cleaner.

Reputation and Guarantees

Some cleaning companies can undercharge because they don’t plan on sticking around.

We do.

We’re local. Our name matters. And if something ever isn’t right, we make it right — no arguing, no drama. That’s how you build trust.

The Bottom Line

If two cleaning companies give you totally different quotes, you’re not comparing the same thing.

The cheaper option might save you a few bucks upfront, but you might pay for it later in stress, inconsistency, or damage.

At DayMaker Cleaning Co., we do things the right way - employees, insurance, systems, training, and care. It costs a little more, but you feel the difference.

Because we don’t just clean houses. We make days.