If you have ever looked at a cleaning quote and thought, "Right... but what am I actually paying for?", you are not alone. Cleaning prices can feel strangely vague at first glance.

White crust on taps, cloudy glass, a rough ring around the bath, and that chalky build-up on shower screens. If you've got it, you know it.

If your mattress has started to look tired, smell a bit stale, or just needs a proper reset, a steam clean can make a real difference.

Water marks on laminate can be maddening.

If you've booked a cleaner and are wondering what to do before they arrive, you're not alone.