Established in 2016
Last-Minute Cleaning
Book a verified cleaning person for your last-minute home cleaning in Portugal.
Last-Minute Basic Cleaning
Available in Portugal
Book up to 2 hours before the cleaning
Last-minute bookings accepted up to 2 hours in advance.
Last-Minute Move-Out Clean
Quick, thorough clean-up service for your move-out on short notice.
Emergency clean-up
Fast service for when time is of the essence: sudden spills, unexpected guests, or accidents needing quick attention.
After-event cleaning
Clean-up service available after parties or events.
Last-Minute Cleaning Checklist
Tasks done during each last-minute basic cleaning service.
Each of the activities below is within the standard scope of the cleaning service. Your cleaning person will perform these tasks unless you specifically ask them not to do so. However, since your final bill depends on the duration of the cleaning, you may want to narrow down the scope of cleaning if you have a limited budget.
Kitchen Cleaning
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Clean and sanitize countertops.
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Polish kitchen fixtures and faucets.
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Wipe down kitchen appliances, including stovetop (exterior)
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Clean kitchen floor surfaces
Bathroom Cleaning
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Wash & sanitize the toilet, shower, tub, and sink.
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Wipe down mirrors and glass surfaces.
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Clean floor surfaces.
Bedroom Cleaning
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Dust all accessible surfaces.
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Make the bed.
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Clean floor surfaces.
Living Room Cleaning
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Dust all accessible surfaces.
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Clean the exterior of cabinets.
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Clean floor surfaces.
Optional special requests
You can request the following services at no additional fees. Please keep in mind that even though there are no extra charges for these services, they will increase the cleaning duration, and so your total bill will be higher. Some of the below services require specialized equipment, and so we ask you to request them in advance, in the booking form.
After Party Cleanup
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Wash dishes & glassware.
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Empty garbage cans.
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Clean up vomit stains (ask for quotation).
Dusting
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Dust all accessible surfaces.
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Carefully clean fragile items.
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Remove cobwebs from corners and ceilings.
Limescale Removal
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Effective limescale removal process (see video 🎞️).
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De-limescale & polish the shower cabin.
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De-limescale & polish the sink area.
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Remove limescale from other surfaces in the bathroom.
Dishwashing
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Hand wash dishes, pots, and pans.
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Remove tough stains and food residues.
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Load & uload the dishwasher (if available).
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Dry, polish & organize clean dishes.
Balcony Cleaning
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Effective balcony cleaning services (see video 🎞️).
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Clean the balcony/terrace floor.
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Clean railings.
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Dust and wipe down outdoor furniture and fixtures.
Ironing
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Fold the clothes.
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Place the clothes in the wardrobe.
Watering Plants
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Water plants as per needs.
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Prevent overwatering or underwatering.
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Monitor soil moisture levels.
When should you book a basic last-minute cleaning service?
Many people got used to waiting days or even weeks before having their home cleaned. We changed this in many cities in Portugal and across Europe. By booking with us, you can schedule the cleaning service with a background-checked, verified cleaner even 2 hours in advance.
People choose the last-minute cleaning service for a number of reasons. Sometimes they just don't feel like waiting. If you're a busy person, and need the home cleaning service today, or tomorrow, why would you limit yourself? You can fill out a simple booking form, and have your place cleaned in a matter of hours!
A last-minute cleaning service is also a popular choice after parties. When parties go better than expected you have a lot of fun, that's for sure. But do you have enough energy to do the clean-up when you wake up completely hangover? Probably not. Book a last-minute home cleaning service with us, and bring order to your place. Cleaners working with us are discrete and experienced in after-party cleaning.
No cleaning equipment at home?
Your cleaner can bring all the necessary equipment & cleaning solvents with her/him.
Cleaning Solvents
Vacuum Cleaner
Mop
Need a more thorough cleaning?
Reliable last-minute cleaning services
"SPIC AND SPAN. made me into a believer when it comes to cleaning services! Prior to taking the leap with them, I have always avoided using such services due to fear of poorly verified cleaners and generally feeling uncomfortable about having someone clean up after me. Fortunately, SPIC AND SPAN. didn’t fail at providing a friendly and experienced cleaner that left me surprisingly at ease."
Sabine D
France
"I ordered the deep cleaning package and could not be happier! The cleaner was friendly, helped me with some advice for the future. The apartment was in a desolate condition with many old grease stains. Another cleaning company refused this kind of cleaning. It's not just clean now, the window frames and door frames that couldn't be cleaned, now look like new. My apartment is filled with old furniture and objects, the cleaner was patient and careful to not break anything. Will recommend SPIC AND SPAN. Home & Office cleaning to all my friends."
Alexandrine G.
France
"I manage a large portfolio of serviced apartments in a few cities across Europe. Occasionally, we have a sudden spike in checkouts, and need to handle 50+ apartments being vacated on a single single day. Our full-time cleaning staff is simply not able to handle that volume of move-outs at once. During such busy periods SPIC AND SPAN. Home & Office Cleaning reliably comes to rescue us. We are able to schedule a cleaning service for multiple properties with them, and even arrange the key handovers. No hassle, proper invoices after the cleaning, and a guarantee that our apartments will be clean when the new guests check in."
Teresa R.
Spain
"Ordered the deep cleaning package for my 2-room apartment. I was satisfied with the work done - clean, neat, fast, high quality. I have used other companies previously with similar packages and can confirm that SPIC AND SPAN have managed to do a much better job. The cleaner was sociable, pleasant and attentive to details. All my requests and wishes were taken into account during cleaning. I subscribed to the regular cleaning. Thank you!"
Emma L.
Belgium
"We turned to SPIC AND SPAN after the renovation of the apartment. I did not even expect that our apartment would be so clean and fresh. Made such a difference compared to my every day clean. Thank you for your huge and hard work! All was done quickly and carefully with an understanding of the needs and desires of customers. We have now decided to use SPIC AND SPAN. Home & Office Cleaning for our regular cleaning. Awesome service and will definitely recommend to friends."
Katrien S.
USA
"Eva was great! She made sure we were on the same page with expectations by doing a walk through before and after completing the job. She spent 3 hours cleaning several areas in my house and it was spotless when she was done! She was also pet-friendly and great at getting the fur off my carpet. The house has never looked so good. A big thank you."
Tylissa K.
USA
Book your last-minute home cleaning even 2 hours in advance
Sometimes you cannot wait for weeks for your cleaning appointment. That's why we give you an opportunity to book a next-day & same-day cleaning service. With our transparent pricing policy you are in control of your expenses. In the past we helped customers clean-up broken glass caused by strong winds, cover for a cleaning lady which stood them up, and bring back order to their homes after parties of their lifetime.
Frequently asked questions
How does the 100% satisfaction guarantee work?
After the cleaning service, you have 24 hours to check whether you like the results. If you're not satisfied, please contact our customer support via email or phone, and tell us about what went wrong. You may request a free 'correction cleaning' (with the same, or different cleaning lady depending on your preference). You may also be eligible for a discount on future cleanings, as well as a partial or 100% refund.
Do I have to be at home during the cleaning service?
It is completely up to you. Some customers enjoy the opportunity to have some time for themselves out in the city while their apartment is being cleaned. Others like to be around to have a chance to give the cleaning lady directions when needed. The only thing you need to make sure is that your cleaner has a way to access your home.
How do I know that my booking is confirmed?
After filling out our online form, we'll match you with a cleaning lady available for the last-minute cleaning service. Once we find a match, you'll a link to a secure page where you can pay the deposit for the first hour of the cleaning service. Once the deposit it paid, you'll receive a final confirmation email with the booking details.
What time of the day can the cleaning service be scheduled for?
The cleaning service can be booked for any time of the day and night, 7 days a week, 365 a year. However, we cannot guarantee a match with a cleaning person in each instance. In such cases, our customer support agent will reach out to you via email or phone, and propose alternative cleaning dates.