The Story Behind ProudToCleanMy name is Júlia, and cleaning has been part of my life for over 10 years.
I came to England at 18 years old, unable to speak English and with no experience, determined to build a better future for myself and my family. My first job was as a housekeeper, and although life wasn’t always easy, I quickly discovered that cleaning was never “just a job” to me.
Over the years, I worked to 5-star hotel standards and learned something that has stayed with me ever since: the spaces where we live and work have a real impact on how we feel. A clean home brings comfort after a long day. A welcoming space can reduce stress. The little details matter.
Today, alongside my work as a professional carer, I bring those same values into every home, holiday let, and workplace I clean. Whether I am caring for a person or caring for a space, my goal is the same: to make a positive difference in someone’s day.
ProudToClean was built on trust, care and pride in a job done well - because to me, cleaning has always been about people, not just places.
Firmdale Hotels, London (2018)
First 5-star Hotel Experience
A room I proudly maintained in my early housekeeping career