A team built on trust, hard work and attention to detail.
Glen looks after gardens and properties all year round — grass cutting, pruning, pressure washing, painting and general handyman work. Kirstyn brings over 15 years of professional cleaning experience to homes, holiday lets and commercial spaces. Together they offer complete home and property care across West Sussex, with pet sitting available as an additional service for clients who need it.
15+
Years cleaning experience
Qualified
Animal Care & Grooming
DBS
Background checked
Local
West Sussex based
Kirstyn Schmidt
Born 11th June 1991 · South Africa · Living in England since age 6
Early Life & Family
Kirstyn was adopted into a loving family. Her adoptive parents were journalists working in South Africa before relocating to England, where Kirstyn began her new life at the age of six. She was brought up in a close, supportive family with two younger brothers, centred around togetherness, shared experiences and making memories outdoors.
From a young age she developed a deep love for animals — especially horses — and felt a strong natural connection to all animals and nature.
Qualifications & Experience
15+ years professional cleaning
Including contract cleaning at Littlehampton Academy School, private homes, holiday lets and commercial spaces.
NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care
Chichester College (Brinsbury Campus), plus a Level 2 Certificate in Dog Grooming, NC Animal Care Level 2 and hands-on grooming placements.
Kirstyn leads our cleaning services — one of the main things we do and the service she is most experienced in. With over 15 years of professional cleaning behind her, from busy contract cleaning at Littlehampton Academy School to private homes, holiday lets and commercial spaces, she brings a genuinely high standard to every single visit.
Cleaning Services She Provides
- Regular home cleaning
- Deep cleans & one-off visits
- Holiday let & end-of-stay cleaning
- Kitchens & bathrooms
- Interior detail & finishing touches
- Contract & commercial cleaning
Alongside her cleaning work, Kirstyn is a lifelong animal lover with an NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care and dog grooming training, so pet sitting is offered as an additional service for clients who need it.
Personal Philosophy
Kirstyn is deeply passionate about creating a stress-free environment where animals remain in their own homes rather than being placed into stressful environments such as kennels or catteries. She believes keeping animals in their familiar environment and daily routine is essential for their wellbeing, happiness and sense of security while their owners are away.
Childhood & Animals
Kirstyn was always surrounded by animals. Her family had dogs named Kelly, Prince and Sandy, a cat named Misty, and a foster family dog called Fidget, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. She enjoyed swimming, an active outdoor lifestyle, and one of the most important bonds of her life — her beloved Jack Russell Terrier, Thor. She raised and cared for Thor throughout his life, sharing daily walks, companionship and love until he passed at 15 and a half. That experience deeply strengthened her passion for animal care and welfare.
Passions & Lifestyle
Kirstyn lives an active, outdoor-focused life — horse riding every fortnight, gym and fitness, gardening (including her allotment), cooking and baking, swimming in the sea, and spending time with friends and family. She currently cares for her two black cats, Nala and Crystal, raised from kittens.
Glen John Sharif
Born 1984 · Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
Early Life
Glen grew up in a large family with two brothers and two sisters. He enjoyed playing football, fishing, and spending time outdoors with his brothers around the lakes and countryside of Cumbria. The family Alsatian, Sam, helped build his lifelong love for animals and appreciation for pet care and companionship.
At 16, Glen became independent and moved around the Lake District, working in kitchen work, labouring and hod carrying within the building trade — building a strong work ethic, teamwork skills and practical hands-on experience.
Qualifications
Level 2 Diploma in Construction
General handyman and garden maintenance skills, including basic repairs, maintenance, DIY tasks, garden upkeep, and general property maintenance.
Glen holds a Level 2 Diploma in Construction and brings practical general handyman and garden maintenance skills to every job across West Sussex. He carries out basic repairs, maintenance, DIY tasks, garden upkeep and general property maintenance all year round.
Garden Maintenance & General Handyman
Reliable and practical garden maintenance and general handyman services. Able to carry out a range of basic garden and property maintenance jobs, including general upkeep, small repairs, DIY tasks, clearing, tidying and keeping outdoor spaces looking neat and well maintained.
Skills & Services:
- General garden maintenance and upkeep
- Grass cutting and basic garden tidying
- Weeding, clearing and general outdoor maintenance
- Basic DIY and household repairs
- General handyman jobs
- Property maintenance and odd jobs
- Reliable, practical and tidy approach
Qualification:
Level 2 Diploma in Construction
Property Care & Skills
After travelling throughout Europe, Glen returned to West Sussex and moved into self-employment, focusing on handyman services and garden maintenance. Over the years he has built extensive experience helping local people with practical property care and maintenance work.
Glen brings reliability, practical know-how and a customer-focused approach to every job — from ongoing garden upkeep and seasonal clear-ups to holiday home maintenance.
Career
In 2012, Glen relocated to Bognor Regis and began a professional catering career at Butlin's. Through in-house training and practical experience, he developed his cooking skills and worked in several hospitality roles across West Sussex, including as a chef at West Dean College alongside experience connected with Chichester College, local pubs and kitchens.
