The Maids bring their own vacuum, which Garcia says has four filters instead of one. The cost of the cleaning service will depend upon the services provided, the size of the home or apartment, and the configuration of the home. For example, says Garcia, it takes longer to care for hardwood floors than carpet. Homes that are regularly cleaned become easier to take care of. And sometimes The Maids are providing a one-time clean, such as for a realty company that is preparing to show a home.
Most regular customers use The Maids every other week or every week.
Garcia currently has four teams, and is adding a fifth. In early 2000, she was down to only about three teams. Giving back Another factor that contributed to the increase in business in 2000, she says, was because of a relationship she formed with The Salvation Army more than a year ago. Through the organization's Open Door Outreach program, The Maids were asked to donate one clean a month to any one client of the program, which works with elderly, shut-in and disabled individuals. In February of 2000, The Salvation Army featured The Maids in its publication, Drumbeat.