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Manic Maids

House cleaning service · Chicago, IL · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%94+22.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%34+2.4Craft & service penalty90−1Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#34 of 74 move-in/move-out cleaning servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 55%
4.9 ★★★★★ 246 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
43%reviews answered by the owner
$203typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Manic Maids at a glance

Google reviewers rate Manic Maids 4.9 out of 5 based on 246 reviews, frequently citing thorough cleaning, punctuality, and clear communication during scheduling. Customers appreciate the fair pricing and attention to detail, often noting that staff members are professional and efficient. However, lower-rated feedback highlights instances of missed appointments, last-minute cancellations, and inadequate staffing for large jobs, which some clients found frustrating despite the company’s efforts to resolve issues.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 246 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 246 Google reviews (195 with written comments, 20 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 43% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 5, 2026.
  • Service: Move-In/Move-Out Cleaning Service serving Chicago, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other move-in/move-out cleaning services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction94Reliability94Craft & service90Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews34Satisfaction: 94 (median 91)Reliability: 94 (median 88)Craft & service: 90 (median 97)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 34 (median 79)
Manic MaidsMove-In/Move-Out Cleaning Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Manic Maids: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Manic Maids: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
94
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Manic Maids: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
90
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Manic Maids: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Manic Maids: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Manic Maids: 34/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.D
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Star ratings

246 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars23596%
  • 4 stars52%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star52%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 195 written reviews

  • Praise37399%
  • Complaints51%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1728%
  • Reasonable4370%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure12%
$203-15% vs typical move-in/move-out cleaning services

Middle half of what 44 customers paid ($158–$247) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results12232%
  • Staff & attitude6818%
  • Speed & response6116%
  • Would recommend4913%
  • Communication3610%
  • Price & value216%
  • Honesty & trust216%

What customers talk about

We read 195 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Mirsa in the office was very thorough with all communication and the ladies who came to clean did a great job!”
  • “Alicia and Claudia were very sweet, hardworking, and efficient.”
  • “Yolanda was fantastic - quick and effective cleaning.”
  • “Extremely happy with the results and will be using them again!”
    “For this kind of customer service I will not use them again.”
  • “Communication was also clear and prompt while scheduling.”
    “…imeframe” the day before service, and they never reached back out AND ignored when I reached out, leaving me without any backup services lined up or a…”
  • “Everyone is kind, prompt and their services are reasonably priced.”
  • “…lar job, thanks so much Sandra and Manic Maids for the consistent and reliable service!…”

People customers mention

  • Maria 7 reviews
  • Sandra 5 reviews
  • Sheri 4 reviews
  • Blanca 4 reviews
  • Alicia 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Manic Maids for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Molly2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I’ve had such a wonderful experience with Manic Maids. Everyone is kind, prompt and their services are reasonably priced. My technician, Marisol, always leaves my house so clean and definitely takes pride in her work!!

Paid $150–200Reasonable priceStandard cleaning
DanielLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I am very impressed with Manic Maids and will absolutely have Enedina and Sheri back to clean our home again. I have used lots of independent cleaning services over the years but choosing MM in this case very much the right decision. Communication was great and service was efficient and thorough.

Paid $400–450Reasonable priceStandard cleaning
linda11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

It is so easy to schedule cleaning and their cleaners are outstanding. Marisol took the time to clean deeply and well without my having to ask. Manic Maids is a seamless operation. Linda

Paid $100–150Reasonable priceStandard cleaning
Maria8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Amazing cleaning service. They are incredibly thorough, on time, always confirmed and flexible. Highly recommend using their service.

Paid $150–200Great priceStandard cleaning
RichardLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Sheri and Enedina always do such a wonderful job cleaning our house. We feel so comfortable having them in our home. We’ve been working with them for years and they’ve seen our daughters grow up. They have a very high attention to detail - we love their little special touches. For example, they always arrange our…

Customer photo from Richard's review
Paid $200–250Reasonable priceStandard cleaning
Monica12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Marisol was amazing! She cleaned stains I was never able to on my own. She was punctual, friendly, fast, and thorough.

Paid $200–250Reasonable priceStandard cleaning

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 246 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Michael Brooks2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Emily did a great job

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–250
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Samuel DeWilde Muthiah1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Samuel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Yolanda was fantastic - quick and effective cleaning. Communication was also clear and prompt while scheduling.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you, Samuel! Yolanda brings that same speed and care to every home she cleans. She appreciates the review! We're also glad scheduling felt clear and easy — that matters to us just as much as the cleaning itself. We'd love to have you back anytime for another clean or regular house cleaning!

Rosemary Matossian4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rosemary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hiring Manic Maids was the best gift I’ve ever given myself! Alicia and Claudia were very sweet, hardworking, and efficient. I scheduled them for regular visits and am looking forward to the next one!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you, Rosemary! "The best gift I've ever given myself" might be our new favorite line :). Alicia and Claudia are great and they bring that same care and hard work to every home they clean. We'll be sure they both hear your kind words. We're so glad to have you on a regular cleaning schedule, and we're looking forward to the next visit too. Thanks for trusting us with your house cleaning here in Chicago!

Rob O'Doherty8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Manic Maids was a wonderful choice for a deep clean! Mirsa in the office was very thorough with all communication and the ladies who came to clean did a great job!

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Rob! Mirsa keeps everything running smoothly on the office side, and it's great to hear that came through — she appreciates this and we'll tell the team that cleaned for you. Deep cleans are a big job, so we're glad it hit the mark. We'd love to have you back anytime for another deep clean or regular house cleaning here in Chicago!

Molly Jahrling2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Molly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’ve had such a wonderful experience with Manic Maids. Everyone is kind, prompt and their services are reasonably priced. My technician, Marisol, always leaves my house so clean and definitely takes pride in her work!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thanks, Molly! Marisol is amazing and takes pride in her work for every home. We'll be sure she hears this. It's also great to know the kindness was felt by you as that is important to us. You were great to work with and always great with replying. We appreciate that as it helps us and Marisol. Thanks for being a regular cleaning customer of Manic Maids! We wish you the best in the future! Hope to see you again soon!

HCLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews HC has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Really amazing cleaning service. Glenda worked SO hard and made our apartment so beautiful. We will book again!

  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much! Glenda puts real effort into every home she cleans, and we'll be sure she hears this — it'll make her day. We'd love to have you book with us again, whether that's another one-time clean or a regular schedule here in Chicago!

Jared HoltLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jared has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We’ve used Manic Maids a few times now and have always had a great experience. Scheduling is easy, pricing is fair, and the service is excellent. Cant ask for much more than that.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thank you, Jared! Easy scheduling and fair pricing are things we work hard to get right, so it's great to hear they've held up across a few visits now. We appreciate you coming back, and we'd be glad to get you on a regular house cleaning schedule whenever you need it!

Daniel OrkinLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am very impressed with Manic Maids and will absolutely have Enedina and Sheri back to clean our home again. I have used lots of independent cleaning services over the years but choosing MM in this case very much the right decision. Communication was great and service was efficient and thorough.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–450
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, Dan! Hearing that from someone who's worked with a lot of cleaning services over the years means a great deal. Enedina and Sheri are a strong team, and we already shared your kind words. Communication is something we work hard at, so it's good to know it showed. We look forward to having you for regular cleaning services going forward!

linda mcgivern11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It is so easy to schedule cleaning and their cleaners are outstanding. Marisol took the time to clean deeply and well without my having to ask. Manic Maids is a seamless operation. Linda

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–150
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, Linda! "Seamless" is exactly what we aim for — easy scheduling and a team you don't have to manage. Marisol takes that kind of initiative in every home she cleans, and we'll be sure she hears your kind words. Thanks for trusting us with your house cleaning here in Chicago!

Heather10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I contacted Manic Maids for a one-time clean and was so impressed with the whole process. Great, clear communication during scheduling and intake. Emily was our cleaner and she was prompt and I was blown away by her attention to detail and how thorough she was! She even made a bow with our dish towels! I’d recommend Emily/Manic Maids to anyone.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Standard cleaning
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much, Heather!! It means a lot that you took the time to share all of this. Emily brings a lot of care and attention to detail to every home she cleans, and we'll be sure she hears your kind words. We also work hard to make scheduling and intake as clear and easy as the cleaning itself, so it's wonderful to hear the whole process felt that way. Thank you for the recommendation — whether it's another one-time clean, a deep clean, or regular house cleaning, we'd love to be your go-to cleaning service in Chicago!

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