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Cathy's Cleaning Service

House Cleaning, Floor Cleaning and Waxing

About us

Cathy's Cleaning Service is a small individual cleaning service that has been in business for over 33 years. We are dedicated to quality, personal and professional service at reasonable prices. We arrange a personalized cleaner for you and the same person comes into clean every time! Not only does it build a trusting relationship, it also ensures that you will have someone that fits your scheduling needs. We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Additional phones - (410) 592-5055, (301) 858-7079.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Change beds, dust, vacuum, clean bathrooms & kitchens, empty trash, clean mirrors, remove fingerprints & cobwebs.

Services we don't offer

climb tall ladders, lifting items over 10 lbs

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.035 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
57%
4
11%
3
9%
2
17%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.1
value
4.4
professionalism
4.2
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.5
Showing 1-25 of 35 reviews

Amanda H M.
01/2020
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
Until last summer, I'd been a happy customer of Cathy's basically for the past 7 years. Our cleaners have always been wonderful, our house cleaned excellently, and I never had any issues with the main office. However, since last summer - while our cleaner continues to be amazing - the office and management of the business has tanked. The office is non-responsive, doesn't return calls, and bills incorrectly and erratically. I'm tired of that and I'm done. It seems like the management must have completely changed, and or new staff is not trained at all. Either way, sadly, I don't have time for that. I half expect to be fighting with them over incorrect bills for the *next* 6 months even thought I've cancelled since I've been fighting with them about it for the last 6 months. Wish me luck.
Description of Work: Regular Housecleaning
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Kathy R.
01/2018
4.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
They do a good job for the price. I like my cleaning lady, and I like paying monthly
Description of Work: Housecleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jane S.
02/2014
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I have had several mediocre experiences with Cathy Cleans. When it's done poorly, Cathy will send the girls back out to clean whatever they didn't clean. The problem lies in the fact that I make sure things are picked up before the crew comes so they can get straight to cleaning...and then they don't clean! I got home at 1:00 am this morning from a trip, and at 9:00 a.m., packed the kids in the car so we would be out of the way of the cleaners. We headed out of the house for a few hours, only to come home to a house that wasn't clean. The master bedroom, playroom, and living room were not dusted. The dust from this morning is still staring at me. I've given this company plenty of chances with them blaming it on "new girls". Well, I suggest you train them better before you send them out, and check the entire house before you leave. I am so disappointed. $100 and hours of a day down the drain. I would not recommend this company.
Description of Work: Full house clean, but no changing of bed linens.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0

$100

Egan G.
12/2013
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I just had some surgery and needed some extra help around the house. I had the cleaning service come today and needed basic cleaning like sheets changed and she just made the bed. I asked her about it and she had packed up her stuff, she had her coat on, so I asked her if she was leaving and she said she was just going to her car. I got myself down the stairs and went to the parking lot to see if she was okay after 20 minutes and she was gone. I have tried calling her phone twice and no answer, I have left 2 voice mails and an email, and still no response.
Description of Work: Came to clean my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


Lesleigh K.
05/2013
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
We used Cathy's Cleaning for six months and went through two cleaners. The first cleaner took an exorbitantly long time to clean and was very sloppy. Our next cleaner was much more meticulous, however, stole several items from us. Needless to say, we will not be using Cathy's Cleaning or any cleaning service again after these experiences.
Description of Work: Cleaned the floors, bathroom, and kitchen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

$34

Constance R.
05/2013
3.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
The employees were non English speaking and one of them was supposed to be telling the others what to do. I felt that they did not clean as they said they would, especially in the kitchen. I felt they were inattentive, and the head woman was on the phone quite a lot.
Description of Work: They cleaned bedrooms, bathrooms and my kitchen-it was a whole house cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

$120

L L.
11/2012
1.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I called them several times, and left voicemails. Nobody ever called be back or answered my messages. I ended up having to do the work myself.
Description of Work: I was looking for someone to come do some housecleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
Sorry to hear you had a bad experience, but we do believe this posting is for another Cathy's Cleaning based out of Arizona. Cathy's Cleaning Service is a family owned business servicing home in the Maryland and Jacksonville, Florida area. The office is open 50 hours per week. We have at least 2 people in the office at all times answering the phones. If any messages are left via voice mail overnight, they are returned the next morning. We work very hard to maintain a high level of customer service on a daily basis. So after reviewing this posting, we do believe this is an error.

Sherryl A.
07/2012
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
not well-I gave Cathy's cleaning service several tries and spent over $1000.00 (about 5 times). The first time they sent someone who never cleaned for them and she spent 7 hours doing a terrible job. They sent someone out to inspect the next day who agreed and cleaned the house. This person did an excellent job but could never clean again because she was booked. I gave them several chances to find someone else and it was a nightmare dealing with the inexperienced service. Spending $275.00 for 6-7 hours of work was too much. Also, the company is dishonest. They would call the company from the car when they pulled up to the house to clock in and then when they returned to the car. This added 30 minutes to the actual time they cleaned. I was careful to clock it since I felt there was a decrepency.
Description of Work: They cleaned the inside of my townhome.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$1,000

Charles D.
06/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
Went really well. The cleaners were very nice and pleasant even though the house was a mess... They cleaned the kitchen, 2 full and 2 half baths, 3 bedrooms, and a basement. They vacuumed, dusted, and mopped. They did an overall great job.
Description of Work: I needed my 3 bdrm TH cleaned for our move out. We were renting it and needed cleaning desperately... Cathy initially sent one housecleaner but another one was sent in to help finish the job. There was a lot that needed to be done. They cleaned the whole place.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Sheila D.
06/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
Renee worked diligently. There was no idle chit-chat. She worked within the prescribed time and left the home spotless. I will definitely call on Cathy's Cleaning Service again!
Description of Work: I had out-of-town guests coming for the weekend and needed help with cleaning to prepare for their visit. Because this was a last-minute request, I had trouble booking a cleaning service on such short notice. When I called Cathy's Cleaning Service, she told me that all her staff was booked up for that day but she would try to locate someone and give me a call back. Sure enough, within an hour, she was able to send "Renee" who did such a thorough cleaning! She actually went far beyond what was asked of her. She cleaned the entire 1st level of my home (living room, family room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Lyn H.
05/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I have just started using Cathy's service. I have been impressed by their clear start-up process, structured pricing and efficient and immediate response. Kat is the lady that comes to my home and she is enthusiastic, efficient, takes quick note of my preferences and responds quickly to my suggestions or requests for specific tasks to be done. She is pleasant and professional.I would highly recommend this service.
Description of Work: Complete and thorough housecleaning - on a 2 week cycle. Based on a priority list for any given day which is tailored to the number of hours requested.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Edward L.
05/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
We have never had a problem. They are always on time, do a great job and their service couldn't be better!
Description of Work: We have been using their service for years now. They come out to our home every other week to complete housecleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ray L.
05/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I am satisfied with the work. She does a good job and is always on time. She is friendly and professional. She does what I ask her to do, so I can't complain.
Description of Work: I've been using them for a while now. I've had the same girl come out for a long time and she comes to complete the housecleaning. I have a list of things that I want done and by now she knows what I expect so goes right ahead and does it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

PATRICIA H.
05/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
They are reliable and they do a great job.
Description of Work: We've used them for a long time. She comes every other week. She completes basic housecleaning and she also changes our sheets on the bed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Carol Y.
05/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
She does an outstanding job. The price is a bit high, but I am willing to pay it because the lady that comes does a great job!
Description of Work: They come out for housecleaning ever other week. They send the same person to do the work, which is great.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rebecca R.
04/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I have been using them for over a year now and they come every other week to clean. They are very friendly on the phone and very easy to deal with. The woman that cleans the house is very friendly and I treat her like part of the family. She is very friendly my kids and the prices are very reasonable. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used the services of Cathy's Cleaning Service Inc. for housecleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kelly F.
04/2012
2.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
The first day the cleaner spent 5 hrs cleaning my 1300 square foot house. When I got home, I took about 20 pictures and tried to send them to Cathy twice, two different ways. Both emails bounced back. It was a very lazy cleaning job. There was still dust (and a hat, and a magazine flier) under the living room chair, under my nightstands wasn't touched at all, trash was in both the bathroom and kitchen trashcans, hair was still in the corners of the bathroom the floor, under and around the radiators was still dusty/cat hair. I called and the person I spoke with was very nice, made a list of the 3-5 problems I listed, and said the cleaner would be back the next day. Following that appointment, I called Cathy again since only the very few things I listed had been completed. I told Cathy I tried to send her pictures, and she said she had been having email problems. She said she would send someone else the next day, and to make a list of everything else I wanted done. The next day, the same cleaner as the previous two days came back, and did exactly the 3 things I had listed. After spending over 7 hours cleaning a 1300ish square foot house, my house was almost clean. It was 170.
Description of Work: I hired Cathy's cleaning to do a bi-weekly house cleaning to include everything listed on their website - vacuum/mop floors, dust, bathroom, kitchen, empty trash, clean mirrors...

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0

$170

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
As the owner of Cathy's Cleaning Service started 34 years ago I have always taken pride in responding to the concerns of our customers promptly. I certainly agree with the initial complaint and did not charge for each of the following visits as well as a discounted price on her single cleaning. We addressed all concerns that were presented to us. We received no response from our follow up calls via phone and email. I certainly hope this customer was satisfied and appreciated our efforts to address all of her concerns listed.

Leonard T.
03/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
Very well done, including silver polishing! On time and very professional. I highly recommend this team!
Description of Work: Thorough cleaning of a three floor Victorian townhouse with lots of high ceilings and nooks and crannies!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
Thanks so much for the kind words. We are so glad you appreciate our efforts.

Grace V.
02/2012
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
They were professional and trustworthy and they did an excellent job every time. I paid for a whole days work, and they were wonderful. I would highly recommend them; I think they are the best cleaning service around.
Description of Work: They used to regularly clean my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$112

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
Thanks so much for your effort to submit a comment. We always appreciate any feedback in our effort to keep every customer 100% satisfied.

Patricia B.
10/2011
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I am very happy with her services. She has great prices and is always punctual. She is also easy to work with when I need to alter my schedule.
Description of Work: I use her services weekly for over two years for housecleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
Thank you so much for the kind words. We truly work hard on a daily basis to make our customers happy. .

Kristin R.
10/2011
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
They have found a wonderful person to clean my home, it took a couple of people before we found the right fit. Cathy was very proactive in making sure she found the correct person for my situation. Everyone has been extremely pleasant and professional, I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: House cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
We appreciate the honest feedback and we thank you for giving us the opportunity to service your home again. We are glad to hear your home never looked so good :)

Billie J.
08/2011
3.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
Cathy's Cleaning started out great, but gradually declined in quality. They aren't horrible for the price, but under the couches was never swept, the bathroom/kitchen corners always had build-up, even when I asked for them to be specifically cleaned. I'd rather pay $20 more and have better quality.
Description of Work: Cathy's Cleaning cleaned my home for a couple years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0

$78

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
I am sorry to hear of this. I wish we were told so that we could take care of this right away. Our gaurantee still stands, if you would like to give us another try.

Paul S.
01/2011
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
We've been hiring them for a couple of years. We pay $68 a cleaning for a big house. They do their job. One thing that's nice is that they offer one extra help when they come. They do the house cleaning and ask if there is anything else and that's nice.
Description of Work: We use the services of Cathy's Cleaning Svc every other week for house cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$68

chelsea G.
12/2010
5.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
They come once a month for us. They do a great job and we have been very happy with them. I write up a priority list of what I would like them to do. They offer quality review inspections which is also nice.
Description of Work: I use them for housecleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Elaine L.
02/2010
3.0
house cleaning
  + -1 more
I was with Cathy's Cleaning Service for over a year. In the beginning, the service was fantastic, the cleaning thorough and superb. However, as the year continued on, the quality of cleaning significantly declined. There were times when productivity was questionable as we would come home to a very social cleaner, as opposed to a very performance driven cleaner. The final straw was when I was locked out of my house by the cleaner (despite specific instructions on how to operate the door) and when I called to complain/voice my concerns did not even get as much as a phone call returned from Cathy. Dissapointing for a service that showed so much promise in the beginning.
Description of Work: . Housecleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$64

Response from Cathy's Cleaning Service
The member ‘Contracted’ Cathy’s Cleaning Service on 12/26/08 to perform general house cleaning. It was confirmed with the member that we would be temporarily assigning a cleaner to her home until we could assign a permanent cleaner. On 1/22/09 the member called the office to express how happy she was with the cleaning and cleaner. Service would continue until a permanent cleaner could be assigned. A key was given to the cleaner to gain entrance into the home for all visits. The temporary cleaner continued to clean the member's home for approximately 12 months. Our records show we never received any written or a verbal complaint about the quality of the service or the cleaning from the member. On 12/21/09 it was confirmed with the member that the new permanent cleaner would be assigned to clean her home. Service was confirmed for a new day, Wednesday, 1/06/09 and every other week thereafter with the new permanent cleaner. On 1/7/010: A follow call was made to the member in which she exclaimed how happy she was with the new cleaner’s work. The ongoing service with this cleaner was then confirmed. On 1/20/10, the cleaner was scheduled to clean the member's home. When the cleaner locked up, she immediately remembered she left the light on in the house. The cleaner attempted to re-enter the home but was not able to. She then realized the bottom doorknob lock was accidentally locked. Her key did not work in that lock. The cleaner called the office at approximately 1:30 p.m. to explain what had just happened. She also mentioned that the customer gave her instructions, that the bottom lock should not be locked and that she must have accidentally done so. The office called the member several times and finally left her a message to please call the office. The member did not return the call until 8:11 pm that evening. She left a voice message on our system after hours. She stated that she now understood why a message was left for her to please call the office, because she was locked out of her home. 1/22/10: An apology letter was sent to the customer explaining the circumstances. We offered to reimburse the customer for her inconvenience. Because the member seems to be very busy during work, we suggested she call the office at her convenience and we were more than willing to work with her in regards to this accidental incident. The customer account was credited $213.00. This was to include the 2 hour $64.00 visit, and any additional incidentals for which she incurred. Cathy’s Cleaning Service strives to achieve a 100% customer satisfaction. We would have been more than happy to make a greater amends for the member if she had relayed that to us. Cathy’s Cleaning Service
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Contact information

1120 River Bay Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409

www.cathyscleaning.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

House Cleaning,
Floor Cleaning and Waxing

FAQ

Cathy's Cleaning Service is currently rated 4 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Cathy's Cleaning Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Cathy's Cleaning Service offers free project estimates.
No, Cathy's Cleaning Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Cathy's Cleaning Service does not offer a senior discount.
No, Cathy's Cleaning Service does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Cathy's Cleaning Service offers warranties.
Cathy's Cleaning Service offers the following services: Change beds, dust, vacuum, clean bathrooms & kitchens, empty trash, clean mirrors, remove fingerprints & cobwebs.
climb tall ladders, lifting items over 10 lbs

Contact information

1120 River Bay Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409

www.cathyscleaning.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed