# Shine On Boston Inc

**Trade:** House Cleaning · **Address:** 190 Old Colony Ave, Boston, MA 02127, USA · **Phone:** (617) 980-4500 · **Website:** http://shineonboston.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (medium confidence) — from 18 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

"Guests always comment on how spotless the place is." That is an Airbnb host writing in November 2025, and it is the customer Shine On Boston keeps drawing — landlords, short-term rental hosts and property managers who count the relationship in years rather than jobs.

The company works out of 190 Old Colony Ave in South Boston and says it has been cleaning across Greater Boston since 2011, fifteen years by its own count. Its service list runs from recurring house cleaning and housekeeping through commercial and janitorial work, property management, carpet, window and floor cleaning, post-construction and move-in/move-out cleans.

The repeat customers are the striking part. One reviewer writing in November 2025 had used the company for about a decade across different properties and property types; another had worked with Chris and his team for five-plus years on everything from bi-weekly house cleaning to tenant turnovers. A January 2026 customer described the same crew coming to her homes around Boston for years. In another November 2025 review a client named Julio and Chris and said they show up on time, every time, and leave the place looking like a listing photo.

One-off jobs land too. A September 2025 move-out clean of a Quincy apartment was described as the most thorough the customer had seen, with communication to match. In a 2024 review a contractor said Chris handles the post-construction cleans that finish their projects, and two pet owners writing in 2023 and 2024 said a deep clean left the house feeling like a new build. Price comes up often and favorably — fair, affordable, reasonable for the quality. Twenty-four Google ratings average 4.9.

The thing to settle up front is scheduling. A September 2025 customer said a scheduling problem came up and the company worked with them to a good outcome; a March 2024 reviewer valued exactly that flexibility for last-minute rental changes. If you are running turnovers on a tight window, agree what happens when a slot moves and how much notice you get.

Shine On Boston fits recurring residential cleaning, rental turnovers and post-construction cleanup in Boston and the near suburbs. Settle the crew, the schedule and the rate for your property type before the first visit.

**Strengths:**
- Decade-long clients — one reviewer counts ten years across several properties
- Rental turnovers — Airbnb and VRBO hosts cite reliable, flexible scheduling
- Move-out cleans — a 2025 Quincy apartment called the most thorough yet
- Post-construction cleanup — a 2024 contractor uses them to finish projects
- Fair pricing — repeat reviewers call the rate reasonable for the work

**Concerns:**
- Scheduling hiccups — a 2025 customer had a slot problem worked out

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- The company says it has served Greater Boston since 2011, putting itself at 15 years in business _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com) — “Company history (self-reported): The site says the company has been serving the Greater Boston area since 2011.”
  - [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com) — “Self-reported 15 years in business”
- 4.9 stars from 24 Google ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14409365550686703055&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 24 ratings”
- Offers residential house cleaning and housekeeping alongside commercial and janitorial, property-management, carpet, window, floor, post-construction and move-in/move-out cleaning _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com) — “Shine On Boston Inc is a Greater Boston cleaning company offering residential house cleaning and housekeeping alongside commercial/janitoria…”
- A November 2025 reviewer had used the company for roughly a decade across several properties and property types _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT205SWVFVmFXVTVRY0VoVlZqVlJSMjlwYld4clJXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm9IeEVaWU5QcEhVVjVRR29pbWxrRWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have been using Shine On for about a decade in various locations and types of properties. They do a great job, are lovely to work with …”
- A five-year client described work spanning bi-weekly house cleaning through tenant turnovers _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGalRIZFpRazgzYUdkbVRYa3plbUpTVDJOcWFIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFjTHdZQk83aGdmTXkzemJST2NqaHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have worked with Chris and his team for the past 5+ years and only have great things to say. From Bi-Weekly house cleaning to tenant tu…”
- A November 2025 customer named Julio and Chris for arriving on time every visit and leaving the place looking like a listing photo _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25WU1EyZ3RiRFJxYkVVd2VVMDBPRjgyUkc1emFYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnVSQ2gtbDRqbEUweU00OF82RG5zaXc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shine On Boston has been an absolute game changer for us. Julio and Chris show up on time, every time, and leave the place looking like a…”
- Airbnb hosts writing in 2024 and 2025 cite punctuality, flexibility with last-minute changes and guests remarking on how clean the unit is _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGUWJsaDFOMWRhYlRCS09VcHZiREJ5V0V0MVZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFQblh1N1dabTBKOUpvbDByWEt1VlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve been using this cleaning company for my Airbnb properties and they’ve been absolutely fantastic. Always on time, super reliable, and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNEc3VhYXRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICDsuaatAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shine On Boston cleaners are the best. I can’t sing their praises enough. They are always flexible and accommodating with any last minute…”
- A September 2025 move-out clean of a Quincy apartment was called the most thorough the customer had seen _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5TVJERkZOM1UwVlVkbU4ybzRRMng0YVRsdE4xRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk9MRDFFN3U0VUdmN2o4Q2x4aTltN1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired shine on Boston to do a move out cleaning of my apartment in Quincy. When I say it was the most thorough clean I've ever seen, I'…”
- A 2024 contractor said the company handles the post-construction cleans that finish their projects _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNid2J2S1dnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICbwbvKWg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Top Boston cleaning company.  Chris looks after all our post construction cleaning g to make our projects sparkle.”
- Crews arrive with their own cleaning materials, per an April 2024 review _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREemRMUFN3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDDzdLPSw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The ladies showed up on time and bring their own cleaning materials. They were all professional and very sweet to talk to.”
- Repeat reviewers describe the rate as fair and affordable for the quality of work _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGUWJsaDFOMWRhYlRCS09VcHZiREJ5V0V0MVZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFQblh1N1dabTBKOUpvbDByWEt1VlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve been using this cleaning company for my Airbnb properties and they’ve been absolutely fantastic. Always on time, super reliable, and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT205SWVFVmFXVTVRY0VoVlZqVlJSMjlwYld4clJXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm9IeEVaWU5QcEhVVjVRR29pbWxrRWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have been using Shine On for about a decade in various locations and types of properties. They do a great job, are lovely to work with …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNEc3VhYXRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICDsuaatAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shine On Boston cleaners are the best. I can’t sing their praises enough. They are always flexible and accommodating with any last minute…”
- A September 2025 customer reported a scheduling problem, resolved by working with the company _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0UE1WcExaazk2UkVGdlZFWlhjWEYyUzBVMk4wRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktPMVpLZk96REFvVEZXcXF2S0U2N0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I keep returning to this company because of the quality of their service and the people.  Even when there was scheduling issue, they are …”
- Recurring residential house cleaning _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGalRIZFpRazgzYUdkbVRYa3plbUpTVDJOcWFIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFjTHdZQk83aGdmTXkzemJST2NqaHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have worked with Chris and his team for the past 5+ years and only have great things to say. From Bi-Weekly house cleaning to tenant tu…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201cGVUTjZlVlZVVTFsS1ltZGpTM2swYTFFeFIzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5peTN6eVVUU1lKYmdjS3k0a1ExR3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This crew has been coming to my homes across boston for years and I wouldn’t have it any other way! They are so sweet, thorough and overa…”
- Rental and tenant turnover cleaning _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGalRIZFpRazgzYUdkbVRYa3plbUpTVDJOcWFIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFjTHdZQk83aGdmTXkzemJST2NqaHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have worked with Chris and his team for the past 5+ years and only have great things to say. From Bi-Weekly house cleaning to tenant tu…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNEc3VhYXRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICDsuaatAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shine On Boston cleaners are the best. I can’t sing their praises enough. They are always flexible and accommodating with any last minute…”
- Move-out cleaning _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5TVJERkZOM1UwVlVkbU4ybzRRMng0YVRsdE4xRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk9MRDFFN3U0VUdmN2o4Q2x4aTltN1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired shine on Boston to do a move out cleaning of my apartment in Quincy. When I say it was the most thorough clean I've ever seen, I'…”
- Post-construction cleaning _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com) — “Shine On Boston Inc is a Greater Boston cleaning company offering residential house cleaning and housekeeping alongside commercial/janitoria…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNid2J2S1dnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICbwbvKWg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Top Boston cleaning company.  Chris looks after all our post construction cleaning g to make our projects sparkle.”
- 18 reviews from 2021 to 2026, led by Google _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14409365550686703055&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 24 ratings”
- Specializes in House Cleaning _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREemRMUFN3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDDzdLPSw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The ladies showed up on time and bring their own cleaning materials. They were all professional and very sweet to talk to.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGalRIZFpRazgzYUdkbVRYa3plbUpTVDJOcWFIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjFjTHdZQk83aGdmTXkzemJST2NqaHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have worked with Chris and his team for the past 5+ years and only have great things to say. From Bi-Weekly house cleaning to tenant tu…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201cGVUTjZlVlZVVTFsS1ltZGpTM2swYTFFeFIzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc7f8599fcf6e8dcf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5peTN6eVVUU1lKYmdjS3k0a1ExR3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This crew has been coming to my homes across boston for years and I wouldn’t have it any other way! They are so sweet, thorough and overa…”
  - [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com) — “Shine On Boston Inc is a Greater Boston cleaning company offering residential house cleaning and housekeeping alongside commercial/janitoria…”

## License

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## Sources

- [Official Website](http://shineonboston.com): 15 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shine%20On%20Boston%20Inc&query_place_id=ChIJW-fzoWF644kRz41uz59Z-Mc): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shine%20On%20Boston%20Inc&query_place_id=ChIJW-fzoWF644kRz41uz59Z-Mc): 4.9★ from 24 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Courtney Austermehle-Martin · 2026-01-13**: This crew has been coming to my homes across boston for years and I wouldn’t have it any other way! They are so sweet, thorough and overall amazing. Thank you as always!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · debi dodds · 2025-11-21**: I have been using Shine On for about a decade in various locations and types of properties. They do a great job, are lovely to work with and the price is fair. I recommend the team to everyone I know!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · brian caluori · 2025-11-19**: I have worked with Chris and his team for the past 5+ years and only have great things to say. From Bi-Weekly house cleaning to tenant turn over they always go above and beyond and do fantastic work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mark Little · 2025-11-18**: Shine On Boston has been an absolute game changer for us. Julio and Chris show up on time, every time, and leave the place looking like a listing photo. They’re professional, trustworthy, and clearly take pride in their work. Couldn’t recommend them more highly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Hawraa Chreim · 2025-11-12**: I’ve been using this cleaning company for my Airbnb properties and they’ve been absolutely fantastic. Always on time, super reliable, and very affordable compared to others I’ve tried. The cleaners pay great attention to detail — guests always comment on how spotless the place is. They make turnover…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nick Teceno · 2025-09-24**: I hired shine on Boston to do a move out cleaning of my apartment in Quincy. When I say it was the most thorough clean I've ever seen, I'm not lying! I was thoroughly impressed by how communicative this team was and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend shine on to anyone tha…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Gina V. · 2025-09-04**: I keep returning to this company because of the quality of their service and the people.  Even when there was scheduling issue, they are willing to work with their customers to the best possible outcome. I always say you really get to know someone/company when things aren't smooth and Shine On Bosto…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kevin Ahearn · 2024-12-10**: They’re the best. I love this crew.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · mark little · 2024-07-27**: Top Boston cleaning company.  Chris looks after all our post construction cleaning g to make our projects sparkle.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Wren Bolton · 2024-07-05**: I love coming home to a fresh and clean house! If you have any pets you know that a good deep cleaning is a must.

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