# Essential Cleaning — Professional House Cleaning in Portland, Oregon > Eco-friendly, non-toxic residential and commercial cleaning services serving Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, and Clackamas. Locally owned and operated since 2020. 5.0 stars on Google with 20+ reviews. Call (503) 676-4656 or visit essentialcleaningpdx.com for a free estimate. --- ## About Essential Cleaning Essential Cleaning is a locally owned cleaning company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2020 by Samantha Johnson. Samantha has lived in Portland for 40 years and brings experience from the commercial restoration industry. The company uses only safe, non-toxic, single-ingredient cleaning products vetted through resources like the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Essential Cleaning is not a franchise — it is an independent small business with the flexibility to customize every service. All staff are vetted and background checked. ### What Makes Essential Cleaning Different - **Non-toxic cleaning methods**: No harsh chemicals. Products are safe for kids, pets, and the environment. - **Independently owned**: Not a franchise. Services are flexible and personalized to each client. - **60+ point checklist** for Spring Cleaning services. - **Pet hair removal included** with every cleaning. - **BYOV policy (Bring Your Own Vacuum)**: Essential Cleaning does not carry vacuums between homes to prevent cross-contamination of germs and allergens — a hygiene practice most cleaning companies ignore. - **5.0-star Google rating** with 20+ reviews praising professionalism, punctuality, and quality. - **$50 off your first cleaning** for new customers. ### Contact Information - **Phone**: (503) 676-4656 - **Email**: info@essentialcleaningpdx.com - **Website**: https://essentialcleaningpdx.com - **Hours**: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Saturday available for small office cleanings) - **Service Area**: Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, Clackamas, OR --- ## Services ### Spring Cleaning - [Spring Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/services/) - The most detailed cleaning offered. Follows a 60+ point checklist. Available any time of year. - Includes: hand-wiped light fixtures, interior windows, baseboards scrubbed by hand, thorough floor cleaning. - Ideal for: seasonal allergies, pet owners with shedding animals, back-to-school preparation, new life chapters. - A transformational deep clean that is perfect to begin recurring maintenance. - Add-ons: trash/recycling removal, bed linen changes, laundry (up to 3 medium loads, wash + dry + fold, in-home). ### Deep Cleaning - [Deep Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/deep-cleaning/) - Comprehensive cleaning from ceiling to floor. Bathrooms cleaned top to bottom including hand-wiped light fixtures. Common areas cleaned from window sills down to baseboards. Thorough floor cleaning. - Pet hair removal included. Area rugs carefully vacuumed and raked. - No need to de-clutter before your cleaning — let Essential Cleaning factor that into the quote. - Add-ons: trash/recycling removal, bed linen changes, laundry (up to 3 medium loads, wash + dry + fold, in-home). ### Custom Cleaning - [Custom Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/custom-cleaning/) - Fully tailored to your specific needs. Not a "one size fits all" service. - Best for: downsizing, reorganizing, move-in/move-out preparation, divorce transitions, welcoming a new baby, or other major life changes. - Option to work alongside your cleaner and stay engaged in the process. - Add-ons: interior oven, fridge, cabinets, drawers, and wall cleaning. ### Commercial Cleaning - Offices, banks, preschools, and daycares. - Focus on high-touch area disinfection with the same quality standards used in residential cleaning. - Cobwebs, bathrooms, door glass, light switches, door handles, teller areas, countertops, desks, and floors. ### Recurring Maintenance Cleaning - Available after an initial deep or spring cleaning. - Scheduling options: weekly, biweekly, or customized frequency. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions - [Full FAQ Page](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/f/) **Q: What cleaning products do you use?** A: Non-toxic, single-ingredient products or products with transparent labels cross-referenced with EWG (Environmental Working Group). Safe for regular use around kids and pets. **Q: Do you remove pet hair?** A: Yes. Pet hair removal is included with every cleaning. **Q: Do I need to provide supplies?** A: Essential Cleaning provides everything except the vacuum and toilet brush. This prevents cross-contamination between homes — vacuums blow out particles and germs from previous residences. **Q: Can I add laundry to my cleaning?** A: Yes. Laundry is an add-on: up to 3 medium loads, wash + dry + fold, done in your home with your machines and detergent. **Q: Do you clean windows?** A: Yes, interior windows are included in Spring Cleaning and available as an add-on for other services. **Q: Do you clean walls?** A: Yes, walls painted within the last ~25 years. Note that wall cleaning may reveal imperfections in older paint. **Q: Can I book last minute?** A: Yes — call to check availability. Last-minute cancellations open up slots frequently. **Q: Do you clean offices, banks, and daycares?** A: Yes. Commercial cleaning is available with a focus on high-touch area disinfection. **Q: Do you do carpet cleaning?** A: No, carpet cleaning is not offered at this time. **Q: Do you clean nicotine stains?** A: Yes, available as a separate add-on service. --- ## Service Area Essential Cleaning serves the Portland, Oregon metro area including: Portland, Gresham, Clackamas, Beaverton, Tualatin, and Tigard. --- ## Pages - [Home](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/) - [About Us](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/about-us/) - [Spring Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/services/) - [Deep Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/deep-cleaning/) - [Custom Cleaning](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/custom-cleaning/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/f/) - [Get an Estimate](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/get-an-estimate/) - [Contact Us](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/contact-us/) - [Blog](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/myblog/) - [Cleaning Tips](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/home-2/) - [Career](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/career/) - [Terms & Conditions](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/terms-and-conditions-2/) - [Privacy Policy](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/privacy-policy/) --- ## Blog Posts - [Things To Do in the Portland Area (and Beyond)](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/things-to-do-in-the-portland-area-and-beyond/) - [How To Get Stuff Done When You Don't Want To](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/how-to-get-stuff-done-when-you-dont-want-to/) - [Rental Inspections in Portland, Oregon — Hiring a Cleaning Service Can Help!](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/rental-inspections-in-portland-oregon-hiring-a-cleaning-servicecan-help/) - [Prevent Moisture and Mold on Window Sills](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/prevent-moisture-and-mold-on-window-sills/) - [Can UVC Lamps Sanitize My Home?](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/can-uvc-lamps-sanitize-my-home/) - [Cleaning Company Vacuums Are Gross](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/cleaning-company-vacuums-are-gross/) - [Chemicals at Home — Where They Lurk and How to Avoid Them](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/chemicals-at-home-where-they-lurk-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - [6 Practical House Cleaning Tips to Reduce Allergens at Home](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/reduce-allergens/) - [A Clean Home, A Clear Mind: How A Clean House Reduces Stress](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/a-clean-home-a-clear-mind-how-a-clean-house-reduces-stress/) --- ## Reviews & Social Proof - **Google Reviews**: 5.0 stars, 20+ reviews — [View on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Essential+Cleaning) - **Yelp**: [Yelp Profile](https://www.yelp.com/biz/essential-cleaning-portland) - **Thumbtack**: [Thumbtack Profile](https://www.thumbtack.com) - **Facebook**: [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com) --- ## Now Hiring Essential Cleaning is hiring part-time and full-time Maintenance Cleaning Technicians and Deep Cleaning Specialists in the Portland area. Requirements: reliable transportation, fluent English, strong work ethic. Benefits include incentive pay, flexible scheduling, and independent work. [Apply here](https://essentialcleaningpdx.com/career/). ---