Monika’s Cleaning: Thorough Cleaning the “German Way”

As you may have found out the hard way, all cleaning services are not alike. If you are looking for a reliable, thorough service at a reasonable price, be sure to put Monika’s Cleaning at the top of your list of people to contact. 

Their story began in 2016 when Bill Turner decided to retire as a truck driver after 30 years. His wife, Monika, was tired of him being away from home so often, so Bill suggested they start a cleaning business. They quickly signed up six clients, and today they are up to 100, with a staff of six other cleaners. “Everyone agrees that Bill is the best cleaner of us all,” Monika Turner says proudly. 

“The German stereotypes about the value of order and attention to detail are very true,” she says. She learned to clean “the German way” from her grandmother in Bavaria. “We don’t take shortcuts and make sure every corner of a room is spotless. As just one example, she doesn’t use Swiffer mops as “that only moves the dirt from one side to another.” Most importantly, they treat all their customers like friends.  

Cleaning Services for Every Need

In addition to residential cleaning, Monika offers move in/move out services. When you are in the middle of a big move, the last thing you want to do is spend time cleaning your current home as well as your new one. Let Monika and her team do the work, and you can focus on packing and unpacking. She is proud to say that many Realtors recommend their services. 

You might also want to do a deep clean on occasion. Regular cleanings are charged by the hour. The price of a deep clean is a set price by the job. She brings all her own cleaning supplies, so that is one less thing to include on your shopping list. She will ask whether you have any allergies and whether you prefer “green” products. You can contact Monika any time, and she will come over and give you a quote.  

As Dr. and Mrs. J. Yoachim report: “We have used Monika’s Cleaning service for over four years and are giving them our highest possible recommendation. They are prompt, courteous, thorough and very easy to work with. They accept our particular requests as to cleaning products, techniques and areas that need extra attention. We feel that we get a great house cleaning at a very reasonable cost. Five Stars for sure.”

Well-Trained Workers

You never have to worry about Monika’s Cleaning services canceling at the last minute or just not showing up. Monika trains the staff thoroughly before sending them out to anyone’s home. They work right along with her until she feels they are ready to represent her company. And she is always looking for additional cleaners who would like to learn the “German way” and become part of the team. 

Monika’s Team From left to right: Noella, Lisa, Monika, Tanya, Joanne, and Bill

A Loyal Following

After Monika was diagnosed with cancer several years ago, many of her clients rallied to lend a helping hand. They brought food for Bill Burns and constantly called to ask how she was doing. One person sat with Bill for seven hours while she was in surgery. Today Monika is cancer-free and grateful for her very loyal clients. 

Every Christmas season, she asks around and chooses an elderly person whose house she will clean for free. “Good karma will come back to you,” she says. “Maybe someday people will help us in return.” 

Call Monika’s Cleaning for a quote at (727) 645-7092; calls will be returned outside of business hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please visit www.monikashomecleaning.com.

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Suzanne Driscoll
Suzanne Driscoll is a freelance writer from St. Petersburg, Florida. She has written for national publications on issues involving business, healthcare, photography, education and immigration.