How to find the best cleaners, handymen, carpet and sofa cleaning in Istanbul

Before searching Istanbul for a good cleaner or handyman, write down what you need done. Weekly upkeep of a two-bathroom home is a different job from cleaning an empty flat after a move. Putting up shelves, tracing a leak and investigating an electrical fault also need different skills.

Give each provider the same information: district, current condition, tasks, approximate quantities and possible dates. Photos can help explain the scope. When comparing two offers, check what is included alongside the price.

Alongside room and bathroom counts, explain whether the home is furnished, when it last had a thorough clean and which tasks matter most. A useful plan sets priorities within the booked time rather than assuming every task fits into any duration.

Ask whether oven and fridge interiors, windows, ironing and balconies are included or need an extra service. Confirm who provides cleaning products and equipment, and discuss delicate surfaces or any product preferences before booking.

For installation work, ask about experience with similar fittings and wall types. For plumbing or electrical work, check the relevant trade skills. Identity checks and a general rating do not establish experience in a particular task. Route electrical and plumbing jobs to a professional with the appropriate specialty.

Ask how labor, fault diagnosis, parts, consumables and any return visit are charged. Replacing a tap and finding the source of a leak are different scopes. If extra work is needed, approve the task and revised total before it begins.

Prepare the number and measurements of your carpets or rugs, and share the material, care label and existing stains where known. Ask specifically about experience with wool, silk, handwoven or other delicate rugs. Do not assume one cleaning method fits every item.

Confirm whether the service happens at home or involves taking the rug away, and how return delivery is arranged. Ask whether pre-vacuuming, stain treatment, moving items and drying are included. The Carpet and Rug Institute also recommends asking about experience, pre-vacuuming, pricing and furniture-moving arrangements when hiring a cleaner.

Describe the sofa type, seat count, corner or sofa-bed sections and cushions you want cleaned. Send a care-label photo when available. For leather, velvet or specialist upholstery, ask how the provider selects a suitable method. The phrase 'steam cleaning' alone does not establish compatibility with your fabric.

Explain the stains and any products already used on them. Discuss inspection, the proposed method, limits on stain removal and drying conditions before using the sofa again. IICRC's upholstery cleaning standard separately covers fabric characteristics, pre- and post-cleaning inspections, methods and stain treatment.

Look for reviews about jobs like yours. Details about punctuality, completing the agreed tasks, care for belongings and communication after a problem are useful. Read the dates, content and service types together rather than relying on one review or an average star rating.

The cheapest headline offer may reach a different total once equipment or parts are added. Check in writing how labor, duration, rug size, sofa quantities, materials, travel and taxes are handled. Use the total calculated for your job rather than an unexplained starting price.

Whether your address is in Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Ataşehir, Beşiktaş, Şişli or another district affects the service location and scheduling. Keep district and neighborhood separate: an address in Beşiktaş's Arnavutköy neighborhood belongs to Beşiktaş, not Arnavutköy district.

Complete the neighborhood, street, building, floor and flat, then add complex, block, entrance and visitor-registration details. For Adalar or a more distant address, as elsewhere, check the availability shown for your service and time. Do not assume same-day service or a fixed arrival time.

Select what you need from Hizmoo's current service list, then enter Istanbul, your actual district and full address. Set the scope and an offered time, and review the total and payment options before confirming. For carpet and sofa work, match the listed quantity or size options to your own items.

Hizmoo assigns a suitable professional and tells you who is coming once confirmed. You approve the service, scope and price. Keep the job summary and support details available. If the task you need is not listed, describe it to support rather than choosing a different service.

Clear answers to these questions make it easier to compare offers and plan the appointment.