About
A New Chapter, Same Commitment
We’re Oliver and Eric Hellested—brothers, business partners, and the new owners of The Cleaning People RI. In January, we took the reins of this well-established residential and commercial cleaning company, driven by a shared passion for service and a commitment to continuing the high standards our customers know and trust.
As new owners, we bring a fresh perspective backed by years of business experience. Oliver owns a successful flooring company and brings a hands-on understanding of property care and customer expectations. Eric comes from the world of commercial lending, adding financial insight and a strong strategic focus to the business.
Together with our team, we manage both the day-to-day operations and the behind-the-scenes aspects of the company—from human resources and finance to IT and business development. We’re hands-on leaders who work closely with our staff, care deeply about our clients, and are committed to delivering the highest quality of service.
Built on Trust, Driven by Values
We know how important it is to feel comfortable with the people working in your space. That’s why we focus on more than just spotless results—we’re committed to professionalism, transparency, and building long-term relationships with our customers.
Our goal is simple: to ensure every customer feels satisfied with our service, confident in our team, and appreciated for their trust. Whether we’re cleaning your home or your business, we treat your space with the same care and attention as we would our own.
At the end of the day, we’re proud to lead The Cleaning People RI into its next chapter—a family-run business built on respect, integrity, and a shared vision to serve our community well.
We look forward to earning your business—and keeping your space at its best.
— Oliver & Eric Hellested, Owners
Chad Villella
Chad Villella is the president and founder of The Cleaning People. He is a serial entrepreneur and he has dedicated the last 20 years in pursuit of his passion of bringing a better cleaning experience to his loyal customers. Chad started the cleaning business originally with his wife and they quickly grew it to over 150 customers. Since then, he has continued to grow the business, improving upon the products, systems and tools to deliver the finest cleaning experience to his customers. As the business grew, he eventually changed the name to better reflect the company he had built. Chad manages the day to day operations and business development activities of the business.
Tammy Martin
Tammy Martin is the co-founder of The Cleaning People RI. Tammy has been a personal client of Chad’s for over 12 years. Her previous experiences with cleaning companies always left her dissatisfied and wanting a better experience, until she met Chad. When Tammy learned that Chad was looking to grow the business, she was eager to leverage her corporate background to help him by providing guidance and oversight to the growing organization. Tammy handles the back office operations for the business, including finance, human resources and information technologies.
Why We’re Different
Unlike many cleaning companies that rely on generic packages and rushed appointments, we take the time to get to know your space and your needs. Every quote we give is personalized, every team member is vetted and trained, and every cleaning is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Locally Owned With 15+ Years of Experience
Licensed, Insured, and Background-Checked Team
Transparent Pricing With No Hidden Fees
Pet-Friendly and Flexible Scheduling
Easy Communication and Secure, Reliable Service
When you choose The Cleaning People RI, you’re choosing more than just a cleaning service — you’re choosing a team that respects your time, your space, and your trust.
Let us handle the cleaning so you can focus on what truly matters.