Ep # 147 Family-Run Cleaning That Treats Your Home Like Home

Need a cleaning service that treats your home like their own? Meet Roberto Abru, the Brazilian-born co-founder of RAB Cleaning Services, who turned a small residential side hustle into a trusted, 23-year, family-run operation serving New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. We dig into the human side of building a service business—what it takes to earn trust, keep the same trained people on recurring jobs, and grow by listening closely to what clients actually need.

Roberto walks us through the company’s evolution from routine house cleaning to a robust lineup: deep cleans before parties and moves, post‑construction cleanup, appliance detailing for ovens and refrigerators, and emergency response for leaks and floods. Then there’s the outside: window cleaning, power washing patios and pool areas, roof soft washing, and gutter work that pairs perfectly with spring cleaning and outdoor refreshes. The jump into commercial cleaning came naturally when loyal clients asked RAB to maintain their offices and clinics; with the right training and insurance, the team built a dependable presence in professional spaces where reliability and compliance matter.

We also explore the reality of running a small business after COVID: embracing a website, social media, and marketing to stay visible; tightening hiring with background checks to protect clients; and solving language gaps by sending a supervisor who can translate and set expectations during early visits. Through it all, Roberto’s immigrant story shines—gratitude, hard work, and a clear promise to care for every space with respect.

If you’re a homeowner craving consistent results or a business owner seeking a licensed, insured partner, this conversation offers practical insight and a path to stress-free maintenance. Subscribe for more local business stories, share this episode with a neighbor, and leave a review to help others find the show.

RAB Services LLC
Robert Abreu
New York · New Jersey · Stroudsburg, PA · Penn, PA
(973) 393-8050
rabcleaningservices.com