Don’t forget about your General Cleanings!

1/21/2021 (Permalink)

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We all are busy. Even when we are at home more because of a pandemic-we still don’t seem to have enough hours in the day to detail our homes as we should or would like too. What are some things we forget about? How often do we clean items? What actually needs to be cleaned?

We all know as renters, homeowners, landlords, business owners, etc…. keeping our areas cleaned properly makes for a nice living and work environment. It can be a hassle to do chores. It can be frustrating to realize the items that are unexpectedly neglected. What do you do?

First, Give yourself a break.

You are not alone. Despite what you may believe-no one has their house 100% from top to bottom….at least not on their own and not with a family around for sure! Use the tools that you have at your disposal. This is as simple as printing or using an ap that schedules your cleaning days. The schedule should include daily, monthly, seasonal and yearly cleaning items. A good example is you don’t clean your siding as often as you clean your toilets. So taking a second to not stress over it and develop a plan-gets you past part one.

Second, Make your plan make sense.

If you have 6 bathrooms, it would be really difficult to clean all 6 in one day-on your own-and do anything else. Life is too short to just clean all day. Make a plan-involve those whom live in the household and stick to it. Once it becomes routine-it’s easier.

Third, Always make sure you have supplies on the ready.

Once you are complete with a cleaning rotation-check your supplies-if you are low, add it to your shopping list. This helps keep you on track. That way when you go to clean your windows, you can do more than one window with the cleaner you have. Supplies are essential to the professionals-they are just as important to the individual.

Fourth (and last), Know who to call when it is an item beyond your skills or your products.

When it comes to cleaning carpets, duct work or other specific items-SERVPRO of Bloomington/Pontiac is there to help. When you come across items or areas that need a deeper clean or help removing mold-SERVPRO of Bloomington/Pontiac has the trained staff to complete the job.

Things that need to be routinely cleaned:

• Washing Machines
• Curtains
• Door Frames, Baseboards, Banisters
• Coffeemaker
• Under, Over and inside any Appliance
• Trash cans
• Ceiling Fans
• Light Switches, Door Knobs and Handles
• Shower Curtain and Liner Replacement
• Toothbrush Holder, Cotton Ball/pad holders
• Pillows
• Remotes
• And many others