Thumbtack Cleaners vs. Ready Rental Cleaning
Marketplace cleaners are cheap. They're also unreliable, uninsured, and unfamiliar with Airbnb standards. Here's the real comparison.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Real numbers. No fluff. See exactly what you get.
| Factor | Thumbtack / TaskRabbit Cleaners | Ready Rental | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation rate | 34% cancel or no-show | 0% — guaranteed arrival | Never lose a booking to a no-show cleaner |
| Insurance coverage | $0 — you're liable | $2M general liability | Protected from $10K+ property damage claims |
| Background checks | Self-reported, unverified | Full background + reference check | Peace of mind with strangers in your property |
| Airbnb-specific training | Generic house cleaning | 47-point Airbnb turnover checklist | 0.4 avg star improvement vs generic cleaners |
| Photo documentation | Almost never | Before/after photos every clean | Evidence for guest damage claims |
| Price per turnover | $80-140 (when they show up) | $180 flat rate | $40-100 more, but zero missed bookings ($150-250 each) |
Hidden Risks of Thumbtack / TaskRabbit Cleaners
What the price tag doesn't tell you.
No-shows — a single missed cleaning can cost you a $200+ booking AND a bad review
No accountability — marketplace cleaners move on, you're stuck with the bad review
No continuity — different cleaner every time means retraining every time
No Airbnb knowledge — generic cleaners don't know turnover protocols
No recourse — marketplace platforms offer minimal dispute resolution
What Ready Rental Cleaning Delivers
Every cleaning. Every property. Guaranteed.
$180 Flat Rate
No hidden fees, no surge pricing, no platform markup. The price you see is the price you pay.
47-Point Checklist
Every room, every surface, every detail — checked and verified before we leave.
$2M Insurance
Full general liability on every job. Your property is protected, period.
Before/After Photos
Automatic photo documentation sent to you within 30 minutes of completion.
Same-Day Available
Book before 10 AM and we're at your door by afternoon. Emergency turnovers covered.
100% Guarantee
Not perfect? We come back and re-clean for free. No questions asked, no hassle.
The Verdict
Marketplace cleaners cost $40-100 less per clean but the 34% cancellation rate means you'll lose 3+ bookings per year ($450-750+). Add in the insurance risk, inconsistency, and training overhead — professional Airbnb-specific cleaning pays for itself in month one.
Stop Gambling. Start Guaranteeing.
$180 per turnover. Dedicated team. Before/after photos. 100% satisfaction guarantee.