How to Spot a Cowboy Cleaner Before It’s Too Late (And Why Premium Properties Demand Premium Standards)
You wouldn’t trust a bloke in a tracksuit to detail your Rolls.
So why let amateurs loose on your home?
Every week, we’re called out to fix the damage left by “the cheap lads down the road.”
From etching roof tiles with pressure washers,
to leaving patios worse than they found them —
the cost of a cowboy is always more than their quote.
Red Flag #1: “We’ll Just Blast It With the Jet Washer”
🚩 Instant sign they don’t know what they’re doing.
Jet washers belong on fences and wheelie bins — not on your roof tiles, render, or expensive stonework.
Premium exterior cleaning uses low-pressure steam, chemical-safe biocides, and targeted methods that protect your home as much as they clean it.
Red Flag #2: No Insurance, No Certifications, No Brand
If they can’t show you:
Public liability cover
Before & after portfolios
A branded van or uniform
Online reviews with proof
🚩 You’re not hiring professionals.
You’re taking a punt — on your biggest investment.
Red Flag #3: “We Can Start Today If You Pay Cash Now”
Sound familiar?
That’s not premium service.
That’s pressure tactics.
And premium property owners don’t get hustled.
At MECS, we schedule site visits, offer fixed transparent pricing, and back our work with 700+ verified 5★ reviews.
We don't sell pressure. We sell peace of mind.
Red Flag #4: No Aftercare. No Advice.
A true professional won’t just clean —
they’ll explain what they’re doing, why it matters, and how to maintain the finish.
We leave our clients with:
✅ Biocide advice
✅ Gutter health reports
✅ Care sheets for render and stone
✅ Seasonal check-up reminders
Why? Because we’re not there for a quick job.
We’re here to become your property’s trusted partner.
Final Word: You Don’t Buy Cheap Suits. Don’t Book Cheap Cleaners.
The difference between a £400 mistake and a £4,000 fix?
Usually one thing: who you hired.
Call to Action:
📍 Book your complimentary inspection with MECS.
We’ll show you the difference between “cleaned” and clinically flawless.
