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Find home cleaning
in Shanghai

Choose a booking route, explain the job, and confirm the details.

Show me the steps ↓ Copy a Chinese message
QUICK ANSWER

Three common ways to find a cleaner

01

Ask for a trusted referral

Ask a colleague, neighbour, landlord, property office, or community contact for an ayi.

Best for: regular help
02

Use an agency

An agency may match requirements, screen workers, or offer ongoing support.

Best for: clearer screening
03

Book a one-time clean on a Chinese platform

Chinese apps and mini-programs work for one-off or deep cleaning, but may be Chinese-only.

Best for: one-time or move-in cleaning
SEARCH IN CHINESE

Keywords that unlock local results

COPY & SEND

A simple enquiry message

你好，我想预约上门保洁。房子大约是___平方米，需要清洁___。请问你们是否服务我所在的区域？价格怎么计算？最早什么时候可以预约？

Meaning: I want to book cleaning for a ___ m² home. Do you cover my area, what is the price, and when are you available?

BEFORE YOU BOOK

Confirm these details first

ScopeWhich rooms, appliances, and windows are included?
PriceHourly, by area, or fixed?
MinimumMinimum hours or order?
SuppliesWho brings products and equipment?
ExtrasTransport, weekends, stains, or rush fees?
PaymentWhen and how do you pay?
STARTING POINTS

Two routes you can check

Starting points, not endorsements. Confirm price, area, and language support.

OFFICIAL ENGLISH GUIDEShanghai International Services

English guidance on referrals, agencies, and hiring an ayi.

Open official guide ↗
AGENCY LISTED BY OFFICIAL PORTALCC Shanghai Ayi Agency

Listed by Shanghai’s English portal for international clients. Confirm language support.

View official listing ↗
CHINESE BOOKING PLATFORM天鹅到家 · Swan Daojia

A Chinese household-service platform that may require Chinese communication.

View platform information ↗
STILL STUCK?

Need help comparing options?

Use 7-Day Q&A Support for shortlists, Chinese replies, or booking questions.

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Sources and limits

Based on Shanghai’s official English guidance and public platform information. Details can change; Adapt to China does not endorse providers or process bookings.

Page reviewed: 4 August 2026 · Daily Help 01 · Shanghai