When you invite a cleaner into your home, you are placing a significant amount of trust in that person. A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is one of the most important safeguards you can look for when choosing a cleaning company.
What is a DBS check?
A DBS check (formerly CRB check) is a record of a person's criminal history in the UK. It is issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service and used by employers to check whether a candidate has any convictions, cautions, or warnings that might affect their suitability for a role involving trust or access to private property.
There are three levels: Basic, Standard, and Enhanced. For domestic cleaning roles, a Standard DBS check is the minimum you should expect.
Why does it matter for cleaning services?
A cleaner has access to your home, your belongings, and often your personal documents and valuables. In many cases, they have a key to your property. Without a DBS check, there is no way to verify that the person entering your home does not have a relevant criminal history.
What to look for
When choosing a cleaning company, always ask:
- Are all staff DBS checked?
- Is the company fully insured (public liability and employer's liability)?
- Are cleaners employed directly by the company or subcontracted?
A reputable company will be happy to confirm all of these. Be cautious of companies or individuals who cannot provide clear answers.
Our commitment
All Look at Them Shine cleaners are DBS checked before they start work with us. We are also fully insured, so in the unlikely event of any damage or incident, you are completely protected.
Choosing a DBS checked, insured cleaning company is not just good practice — it is essential peace of mind.