Keeping my house clean is an ongoing battle—there's always a room that needs to be cleaned, an appliance that needs to be degreased, or vacuuming that needs to be done. And because I have a full-time ...

While the cost is the primary drawback, experts overwhelmingly agree: The biggest argument for hiring help isn't the physical sparkle, but the significant return on investment in your time and sanity.

Do you spend time on self-care? Are you organized? Are you in a relationship? We spoke to professional cleaners to find out how much they learn about you from your surroundings, your stuff, how you ...