About Harbor Shores Cleaning Company
Your Hometown Cleaning Experts Since 2013
★★★★★ Rated 4.9 on Google from 238 reviews
A Dream, a Huge Goal and the Drive to Succeed
Wendy Nellett founded Harbor Shores Cleaning Company in 2013 to bring top-notch cleaning to Petoskey, Harbor Springs and the Northern Michigan communities around them.
Since then, we’ve built our reputation on attention to detail and customer care. Every team member is trained, background-checked and committed to reliable, high-quality work on every visit.
Whether it’s a cozy cottage or a busy office, we go above and beyond so your space sparkles and you can focus on what matters most. We believe a clean space is the foundation for a happy, productive life.
Since starting this company in 2013, I’ve been passionate about delivering excellence in every job, so our customers can trust us to leave their homes and properties looking their absolute best.Wendy Nellett, Founder
Enriching Others’ Lives
Our goal is to enrich the lives of the people around us, starting with our own team and reaching into our community.
Growing our team
We offer enrichment classes that help our team grow personally and professionally, including:
- 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace
- Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University
- DISC personality training
Serving our community
We look for meaningful ways to make a difference in Northern Michigan, including:
- Cleanings for Cleaning for a Reason patients
- Cleanings for elderly neighbors who need help but may not be able to afford it
What Guides Every Clean
Seven values shape how we hire, train and show up in your home.
- CommunicationGreat communication leads to met expectations, smoother operations and less frustration.
- OptimismWe embrace change with a smile and an open mind.
- SafetyWe stay mindful of our actions and surroundings to keep coworkers and customers safe.
- AccountabilityIt’s essential for personal and team growth. How can you improve if you’re never wrong?
- GraceWe give ourselves and others permission to be a work in progress.
- Making a DifferenceGreat leaders don’t set out to be leaders. They set out to make a difference. It’s never about the role, it’s about the goal.
- FamilyComing together is a beginning, working together is progress, and staying together is success.
- Best of Northern Michigan, Best Cleaning Service (2024)
- 2023 Community Choice Awards winner
- Petoskey Thrive Award
- Wendy Nellett, runner-up for 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year
- Member, Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce
About Us at a Glance
- Since 2013Founded in Petoskey, MI
- Women-ownedLocally owned & operated
- 4.9★Rated on Google
- InsuredBonded & background-checked
Proudly serving Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Bay Harbor, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Walloon Lake, Gaylord, Alanson and Indian River.
Meet the Harbor Shores Team
The women-owned Petoskey team behind every clean, at work and together across Northern Michigan.
Our Team and Community on Video
Short clips from our crew and our community. Tap any card to watch it right here.
The first team you think of
Trust matters: how we choose our team
Celebrating the people behind Harbor Shores
The 2026 Boyne City parade
Our Mother’s Appreciation Giveaway
About Us: Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about who we are and how we work.
Who founded Harbor Shores Cleaning Company?
Harbor Shores Cleaning Company was founded in 2013 by Wendy Nellett. It is a women-owned, locally operated cleaning company based in Petoskey, Michigan.
Where is Harbor Shores Cleaning Company located?
Our office is at 300 W Mitchell St, Petoskey, MI 49770. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, and we are closed Saturday and Sunday.
What cleaning services do you offer?
We offer residential cleaning, deep cleaning, vacation rental cleaning and commercial cleaning for homes, vacation rentals and businesses across Northern Michigan.
What areas do you serve?
We clean in Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Bay Harbor, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Walloon Lake, Gaylord, Alanson and Indian River, across Emmet, Charlevoix, Otsego and Cheboygan counties.
Is your team insured and background-checked?
Yes. Harbor Shores Cleaning Company is licensed, insured and bonded, and every technician is professionally trained and background-checked.
How do I get in touch with your team?
Call (231) 242-8842, email [email protected], or request an estimate online. Learn more about us on our reviews page.
Ready to Meet Your Cleaning Team?
Women-owned and locally operated since 2013, with a 4.9-star rating on Google. Get your free estimate online or call our Petoskey team.