Community Cleaning
Simple Home Cleaning was founded by Johanna on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, built on over a decade of hands-on experience and a genuine care for creating healthier homes.
Johanna began cleaning in 2013 and, over time, developed asthma-like symptoms from conventional cleaning products. After making the switch to natural alternatives, her symptoms improved, highlighting how much everyday products can impact health.
At Simple Home Cleaning, we believe a functional, calm home environment plays an important role in overall wellbeing.
Each month, we offer two hours of complimentary cleaning support to someone in our local community who may be experiencing a particularly challenging season and facing genuine financial hardship.
This initiative is specifically reserved for individuals or families who would benefit from support but are not currently in a position to pay for professional cleaning services.
Circumstances may include mental health challenges, postnatal recovery, illness, grief, or significant life stress — particularly where finances are limited and practical help would make a meaningful difference.
Community Clean is not a giveaway or promotional initiative. It is a quiet extension of our core values — integrity, care, and service.
The same level of professionalism, discretion, and respect applies as with any paying client. There is no publicity, no social media exposure, and no obligation attached. Just practical support, delivered thoughtfully.
Due to capacity, one recipient is selected each month.
applications are currently: CLOSED. please keep an eye on out instagram and website to find out when applications will next be open.
Important FAQ’s
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1 x cleaner $75 per hour
2 x cleaner $150 per hour
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If you love having a clean home and value reliability, attention to detail, and low tox products, then we think we’ll be a perfect match! We work best with clients who appreciate a fresh and tidy space and share our commitment to natural living.
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We use a carefully selected range of natural and eco-friendly products that Johanna has refined over the years. Our homemade multipurpose spray contains water, vinegar, and essential oils, which we adjust when pets are present. Additionally, we trust brands like Dr. Bronner’s and Bon Ami for their gentle yet effective cleaning properties. Please note that in some cases—especially during an initial deep clean—a small amount of bleach may be necessary to tackle tougher areas if the home hasn’t been thoroughly cleaned in a while. We always aim to minimise its use and are happy to discuss any concerns you may have.
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Yes, we have a 2-hour minimum booking requirement. This ensures we have enough time to provide a thorough and high-quality clean without feeling rushed. If you’re unsure whether your cleaning needs fit within the 2-hour minimum, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to discuss what can be accomplished within that time.
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Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer end-of-lease cleaning. Our focus is on maintaining long-term relationships with regular clients.
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Our general home cleaning service is not just about making your house sparkle, it’s about making your home feel easier to live in.
Each visit is tailored to your space and what you need most on the day. While every home is different, our cleans commonly include:
Bathrooms and kitchens
Dusting and wiping surfaces
Vacuuming and mopping floors
Tidying and resetting spaces so your home feels organised
If you have specific requests, please feel free to let us know. We’re also happy to:
Take out the rubbish (subject to building access in apartments with security doors)
Change bed sheets - just let us know in advance so we can allow enough time in your booking.
Please note: We are not a mold/pet waste cleaning service.
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To make the most of your booking we suggest the following:
If you’re able to head out or keep clear of the areas being cleaned, it allows us to work more smoothly and make the most of the time.
A quick tidy beforehand, like clearing benches or floors if you have time, helps us focus on cleaning rather than moving items - if not, we are clutter experts so let us handle it.
Let us know if there are any priority areas you’d like us to focus on during the visit.
Please make sure we can easily access the home and that pets are secured or comfortable with us being there.
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Most cleaning sessions take between 2-4 hours, depending on factors such as:
How long it has been since your dwelling was last deep cleaned
The number of rooms in the house.
We’ll provide an estimate based on your home’s specific needs.
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Not at all! Many of our clients prefer to run errands or take a break while we take care of their home. If you'd rather stay home especially for the first visit we're happy to work around you.
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Simply fill out your details on our homepage, and we’ll be in touch with a few questions. Once we have all the necessary information, we’ll work with you to find the perfect date. Please note that Johanna personally does all the admin behind the scenes whilst working full time in the business - we aim to get back to you within 24 hours but please be patient with us if we take a little longer.
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We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your booking, we ask for at least 24 hours’ notice.
Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur a 50% fee of the scheduled service. Same-day cancellations or no-shows will be charged the full service fee, as it is unlikely we can fill the booking at short notice.
If you need to make changes to your booking, please get in touch as soon as possible. This helps us manage our schedule fairly and continue providing reliable service to all clients.