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northoftheborder

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3. I used Merry Maids for a while years ago.

Sun May 17, 2015, 10:10 AM

May 2015

I'm sure it varies from person to person, and from place to place. I found them adequate but not thorough. Most of the large company maid services are similar in quality. Depends upon the people you happen to get. Many do not speak English. I also bet the workers are paid very little, but don't know. I haven't had anyone for a long time; the best are individuals who have their own business, and will use YOUR equipment and cleaning products. They charge more, but worth it. In your case, I would try one though, since it will be temporary. Good luck.

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