A home’s appearance can make all the difference when it comes to how fast a property sells. If you do a thorough and careful job, you will see a payoff in your efforts. Here are some tips for prepping your home before putting it on the market. Clean The Exterior When
10 Air-Purifying Plants for Your Home
For most of us, when the heat kicks off, the air conditioning kicks on. We work in climate-controlled buildings and live in temperature-steady homes. We want to be at a comfortable 70 degrees at all times, and that’s ok. The problem lies in that we’re breathing the
How To Clean Your Grill
Fire up the grill. When the temperatures rise, it’s the perfect opportunity to take cooking outdoors. Burgers, hot dogs, steak and chicken all get a big flavor boost when cooked over an open flame or hot coals. But if the inside of your grill looks more like a
Cleaning Jobs Can Lead to a Whole New Career
Housekeeper Jobs are Demanding But Rewarding If you enjoy the feeling of a fresh, clean house, take pride in a job well done and simply love to clean, house cleaning jobs might be right up your alley. Residential housekeeping is a career that provides instant
Win The Battle Against Summertime Sand
Memories are made at the beach. Days spent splashing in the surf and building sand castles in the summer sun are treasured times. That is until it is time to leave and the sand comes with you – in your clothes, shoes, bags, coolers and eventually every square inch of
Don’t Let Cleaning Summer’s Stickiest Messes Ruin Your Summer Fun
When the weather turns hot, it’s time for summer treats like popsicles, lemonade and ice cream. Throw in those year-round kids’ favorites like candy and gum, and you could spend a good part of your summer cleaning up sticky messes. Kids are great at making
The Ultimate Cleaning Checklist
There is no greater cleaning tool than a five-star checklist. These handy lists help keep us on track for when, where and how to clean in the most efficient way possible. Using a cleaning checklist also helps break down big tasks (cleaning out the closets or
Things You Can Spring Clean Besides Your House
When most of us think of spring cleaning, we think of getting rid of all the dust and dirt, opening the windows to air out the house and deep cleaning stuff like draperies, upholstery and carpets. But who said that spring cleaning was only for cleaning up the house?
You Clean Your Bathroom Until It Sparkles. But is It Really Clean?
Even if you clean your bathroom like the pros and everything looks squeaky clean, some areas get missed. From those out-of-the-way spots to things you may not think to clean, even the shiniest bathroom has hidden dirt and germs. To make sure your bathroom is
How to Get Rid of Sand After a Beach Day
Sand is one of those tricky messes that are a part of a fun day at the beach. Those tiny grains stick to wet and suntan-lotioned bodies, find their way into bathing suit pockets, beach totes, shoes and just about anything else you take on your day trip. Getting rid of
Prepare Your Home for Summer Break Vacation
Summer is here! You’re ready for vacation time — but is your house? Before you pack up and head out, be sure to prepare your home for summer break. Those hot summer days can cause all sorts of problems around the home, especially if you’re going to be gone
Spring Shedding: Keeping a Pet Home Clean
Spring brings spring cleaning, blooming flowers and, for dog owners, pet shedding. As winter comes to an end, your dog begins shedding their thicker winter coat to prepare for the hot days of summer. Seemingly overnight, you start seeing wisps of fur floating around.
How to Prevent Summer Break Messes
Summer is a fun time for kids and families with cookouts, beach trips, outdoor games and plenty of opportunities for messes! All those summer goodies like popsicles, ice cream, frozen drinks and candy almost seemed to be designed to cause messes just about anywhere.
How to Prepare Your Home for Warm Weather
You’ve come through another winter, and you’re getting geared up for warm weather, spring cleaning and summer fun. Those cold mornings, the runny noses and winter doldrums are now just distant memories. But winter can take a toll on your home just like it does you and
10 Ways to Get Your Teen to Clean Without a Civil War!
As a parent, you’ll inevitably encounter the age-old battle to get your teen to clean up and take on responsibilities around the house. You may think you’re ready for this battle, but teens present a unique challenge. You have a child who’s at the
Keep It Cool This Summer With These Recipes
Fun summer traditions include splashing in swimming pools, attending baseball games, oohing and aahing over firework displays and munching on fabulously-delicious food. Don’t let summer pass you by without trying these recipes, guaranteed to help keep things cool.
Who Can Benefit From A Maid Service? You!
There are a couple of questions you probably ask yourself before making a purchase, “Is this worth the money?” and “Will this benefit my life?” It doesn’t matter if you’re buying a new pair of walking shoes, an instapot or even a housecleaning service, the answer
Tips to Keep Your Car Clean
Why is it that thoroughly cleaning the interiors of our vehicles gives us such immense satisfaction? Taking the time to get into the nooks and crannies, vacuuming up the dirt and crumbs and wiping down the interior feels like a huge accomplishment. But of course, what
How to Get Dishes Cleaner by Hand and in the Dishwasher
No one likes to eat off of “questionably clean” dinnerware or drink out of dingy glassware. For shinier plates and crystal clear glasses, most of us are always looking for ways to get dishes cleaner, whether it’s by hand-washing or in the dishwasher.
How to Organize Your New Home Right Away
Moving to a new home is exciting and full of promise. Your new home is a blank slate for organizing, and when you take the time to plan where everything will go and how things will be stored, you can enjoy an uncluttered home right from the start. Learn how to