When you’re clocking in those 40 hours per week, your free time turns into a rare gem, and dealing with daily cleaning can start feeling like an impossible mission. Luckily, we want to share with you six clever tips to smoothly juggle a full-time job and a spick-and-span home!
Tip #1. Take advantage of tiny bits of free time
It may seem that, in order to keep your home gleaming, you require long cleaning sessions. However, there’s an alternative. You can sprinkle in bits of cleaning during any moments between activities and still get the same sparkling results over time!
Wipe down after dinner or swiftly dust those window sills without sacrificing precious minutes. Mix it up—assign different tasks for different days, and you’ll find your rhythm without drowning in chores.
Tip #2. Keep your cleaning arsenal handy
Save precious time by placing your products in a designated spot, like in a storage closet. You can also assign specific cleaners to where they’re most needed, for instance, stashing the toilet cleaner under the bathroom sink. When time is tight, efficiency is crucial.
No more scavenger hunts for supplies means more time and less stress. And don’t forget to stay on top of your supply game—hit the store before you run out.
Tip #3. Save weekends for the heavy lifting
Don’t wear yourself out during the week; leave the heavy-duty chores for the weekends! First, sketch out a cleaning plan to organize tasks by time or difficulty. This way, you won’t stress over finding time on weekdays and will save your energy for the weekends.
Tip #4. Make use of technology
With such a busy schedule, it’s normal to forget a couple of things. However, you can make your chores more manageable by relying on technology. For example, take advantage of your cell phone by downloading cleaning apps armed with schedules, checklists, and reminders.
Tech is also present in many cleaning products. You can replace hours of vacuuming and deal with grime by getting a robot vacuum cleaner or specialized supplies—cleanliness with minimal effort!
Tip #5. Team up for better cleanup
Tackling cleaning chores in a group reduces the time and effort it takes to finish! Have a chat with your family or roommates to create a cleaning schedule together so everyone pitches in fairly. Even youngsters can get involved in the action with age-appropriate tasks.
Pro-tip: Living alone? Throw a cleaning party; you’ll get a tidier space, and you and your friends can hang out afterward.
Tip #6. Prioritize self-care above all
A spotless home is a dream all homeowners strive for, but nothing is more important than good health. Aiming for a perfectly spotless house every day isn’t realistic or sustainable. Every home gets a bit messy sometimes.
If you go all out for a super pristine home at any cost, you’ll end up exhausted and stressed. Find a balance that keeps you comfy while still leaving enough energy to enjoy your free time!
Maids In Pink can whip your place into shape!
If you think your free time is not enough to put into practice these tips, there’s still a solution! Maids In Pink offers thorough and effective cleaning services that will leave your home looking good every time we visit. You can even schedule our services on a regular basis!