What Makes a Cleaning Service Eco-Friendly?
She had just mopped the floors — and still didn’t feel safe letting her baby crawl.
That’s what a mom in Oak Park told us. She’d hired a “green” cleaning service that left behind a strong citrus-scented residue and glossy surfaces that felt sticky to the touch. Her baby broke out in a rash. Her dog kept sneezing.
“It said eco-friendly on the label,” she said, “but it didn’t feel like it was made for real families.”
The truth is, not all green cleaning is created equal.
At Naturally Thorough, we are a woman-owned cleaning company based in Oak Park, proudly serving nearby areas like Forest Park, River Forest, Berwyn, and more. But we don’t just say we’re eco-friendly, we live it. Every cleaning is done with your family’s health, your pets’ safety, and the planet’s well-being in mind.
What sets us apart?
We focus on three key things: products, process, and purpose.
Products That Are Safe Enough for Babies and Pets
Many companies use products labeled “green,” but they’re still full of synthetic fragrances or mild irritants. At Naturally Thorough, we only use:
Non-toxic, biodegradable products
Antimicrobial formulas that kill germs safely
No artificial fragrances or harsh fumes
Safe-for-kids and pets — even if they lick the floors
One of our River Forest clients had a crawling baby and a puppy that loved to follow us around.
“The old cleaners always left the place smelling like chemicals,” she said.
“With Naturally Thorough, there was no residue, no irritation — and I didn’t have to second-guess letting my baby play on the rug.”
Our Process: Smart, Sustainable, and Thorough
Being eco-friendly doesn’t mean cutting corners — it means cleaning smarter. Our team is trained in techniques that protect surfaces, save resources, and deliver a deep clean without over-spraying or over-scrubbing.
We use:
Minimal water and just the right amount of product
Reusable microfiber cloths (not paper waste)
Low-VOC sprays that don’t pollute your indoor air
Tools designed to reduce impact, not results
In Forest Park, a family with asthma switched to us after strong fumes from previous cleanings made it hard to breathe.
“After your team left,” they told us, “it was the first time our home felt clean and breathable.”
Our clients don’t just care about sparkling floors — they care about safe homes. They’re parents, pet lovers, caretakers, and people with allergies or sensitivities. They come to us when other companies let them down.
A Berwyn mom of three called us after her youngest had a skin reaction to a “natural” cleaner
Each one now books us on a regular schedule — because they know eco-friendly isn’t just about clean, it’s about care.
Purpose: We Clean With Meaning
Our mission at Naturally Thorough isn’t just to tidy your home. It’s to create spaces where you feel safe, supported, and seen. We built this business to offer something better — for families who are tired of the trade-offs, and for people who want to do better by their health and the planet.
And we back it all with our Done-Right-Or-We-Do-It-Again Guarantee.
We get it, you don’t just want things to look clean. You want to know your space is truly safe for your kids, pets, and peace of mind. Serving Oak Park, Forest Park, River Forest, Berwyn & nearby.
Schedule your walkthrough today or call us at 708‑613‑7292. Because eco-friendly cleaning should feel safe — not just sound good.
