Longshore Services is a Connecticut-based specialty cleaning business serving New Haven, Hartford, Fairfield, Middlesex and southern New London Counties. Absolute Best Cleaning, our textile and surface cleaning division, has been delivering services in Connecticut for over 25 years.
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Reviews (17)
Julie Johnson
May 22, 2022
My dog rarely makes messes, but something disagreed with her stomach and she threw up on a cotton and jute area rug. I removed what I could, let the rug dry, and rolled it up wondering what to do next. I was told by a seasoned dog owner that the stain would never come out. Absolute Best was able to guarantee 100% cleanliness (the most important thing) and agreed to give the stain their best shot. The stain is now *gone* and the rug is like new, at a fraction of the cost of a new one. I will definitely support this business again.
Yang Xu
Sep 01, 2021
The owner asked me to pay the full amount when his worker started to clean the carpet of the first room and became very rude when I asked him to explain his way of calculating the carpet size. Will not use this company again. Response to the owner's reply: The facts were twisted in the reply. Many local businesses offer 10-15% discount to the civilians working for the U.S. military, so nothing wrong with asking about this type of discount. However, it's absolutely wrong to ask customers pay the full amount before the job is complete.
The owner didn't tell the truth either. He asked me to pay when his worker just started only because he was eager to leave after he sprayed something on the carpet. The entire job was done by one worker. Not even one cent was deducted from the final price (over $720) even though it was significantly higher than the original estimate ($400-$600) he gave me over the phone after I told him the square footage of the house and number of rooms with carpet.
No moving furniture for this move-in carpet cleaning. Perhaps I also need to mention the probing questions the owner asked my family about our personal background and political views, which has nothing to do with the carpet cleaning job!
The owner didn't tell the truth either. He asked me to pay when his worker just started only because he was eager to leave after he sprayed something on the carpet. The entire job was done by one worker. Not even one cent was deducted from the final price (over $720) even though it was significantly higher than the original estimate ($400-$600) he gave me over the phone after I told him the square footage of the house and number of rooms with carpet.
No moving furniture for this move-in carpet cleaning. Perhaps I also need to mention the probing questions the owner asked my family about our personal background and political views, which has nothing to do with the carpet cleaning job!
Margot Ebling
Jun 22, 2021
I have used Absolute Best Cleaning services at least 4 times in the past few years and have had an excellent experience every time. Chris and his team are prompt, courteous, thorough in addressing stains as well as general cleaning, and strictly follow Covid guidelines in terms of masks, social distancing, etc. In my house, they have cleaned upholstery (couches, armchairs, window seat), carpeting, a pricey area rug, and even throw pillows.
My items always look fantastic when they are done. I sometimes get discount flyers in the mail for various other cleaning companies, but I do not trust my home and my home furnishings to just anybody. I highly recommend Absolute Best Cleaning.
My items always look fantastic when they are done. I sometimes get discount flyers in the mail for various other cleaning companies, but I do not trust my home and my home furnishings to just anybody. I highly recommend Absolute Best Cleaning.
Ashley Cotton
May 13, 2021
Renee Cifarelli
May 02, 2021
Louisa Iacurci
Feb 25, 2021
Michelle Sambuco Kaufmann
Feb 24, 2021
Jennifer Gurnell
Feb 14, 2021
WOW! I'm was so happy with the service and Professionalism provided by Chris and his company. He cleaned the grout in my kitchen floor, bathroom and entry way. I have porcelain floors and have been nervous to have someone clean the grout. They look like new. Highly recommend Chris and Absolute Best Cleaners for the job!
Michael Perry
Jan 20, 2021
You don't trust just anyone to clean a $20,000 Oriental Rug. Absolute Best Cleaning not only did a great job with the cleaning, they also repaired the fringe. All this work was done for a good value and on time. Most importantly, they briefed me on what they were going to do, gave me recommendations on what would be the best cleaning method for my carpet and essentially helped me to protect a valuable asset. I could not be happier with their service and the results. I have also had them clean living room upholstery and drapes. I give them my highest recommendation.
Jennifer Adam Gurnell
Dec 10, 2020
Lisa Rollins Team
May 27, 2020
I've used Chris and his company several times both personally and professionally. He and his team are professional and know what they're doing. For example, we'd been living with a black mark on our carpet since we moved in. Chris came and with his special solution was able to remove it. Professionally, we had to market a home that had filthy tile floors and grout lines.
It had been listed by other Realtors numerous times prior. We had Chris come in and "steam clean" the tiles which presented a more crisp feel when buyers walked in and purchased the house. Chris and his company are great!
It had been listed by other Realtors numerous times prior. We had Chris come in and "steam clean" the tiles which presented a more crisp feel when buyers walked in and purchased the house. Chris and his company are great!
Sharon Lewis
Mar 18, 2020
Absolute Best Cleaning just finished my annual carpet cleaning and did a great job as always! At least once a year keeps all of my carpets and upholstery in good shape and helps them last longer. Besides the annual cleaning they also tackled the hot chocolate spill, the Aaron's Thinking Putty accident, and the cat barf (considerately placed on the carpet the day before my appointment). Thanks Absolute Best Cleaning!
Linda Macary
Oct 29, 2019
Erin Duques
Oct 24, 2019
Tiffany Wilchek Hustis
Jun 01, 2019
Chris has been out here several times trying to rehab our family room carpet. We eventually had to just go to Lowes and have it replaced. We trust Chris and will definitely give him a call soon - 3 messy Boys tend to destroy things quickly. The crazy mess I see everyday drives me nuts. Just saying. Chris - let me know your upcoming schedule. Maybe we should Whip them in shape to get her!
H. R.
Jul 27, 2016
I am very impressed with the work and customer service of this company. They cleaned an awful mess of some floor to ceiling drapes. There was a little stain left behind that they came and cleaned away by hand at no charge. Also, have amazing prices on area rugs which are picked up, cleaned & returned. Very glad to have found Absolute Best!
Joan Samuelson
Dec 23, 2014
Chris promptly responded to my request for a quote. He came and actually removed my large wool oriental to his business location for cleaning. He and his technician, Juan, arrived at scheduled time to clean berber carpeting. They were efficient and worked continually until all rooms were cleaned. The results are great. The carpets, including the oriental, are revived and feel soft underfoot. I felt they were professional and considerate of any requests made. Most professional. I will definitely use them again and would not hesitate to recommend their services.