House Cleaning Tips

Here are some helpful tips you can use as part of your domestic routine:

Create a List

Take a look at each room and make a list of your priorities. Identify specific tasks. When you complete each one, cross it off your list.

Eliminate Distractions

• Turn off the TV.
• Let your answering machine handle phone calls.
• Prepare all necessary cleaning tools in one room in order to avoid unnecessary trips to your cleaning closet.
• Start at the top of a room and work your way down as you clean or straighten up.

Kitchen:

• Wash and wax wood floors.
• Mop vinyl floors.
• Clean out the refrigerator and pantry.
• Change shelf liners.
• Straighten out the "junk" drawer.
• Wipe cabinets.

Bathroom:

• Wash windows inside and out with a squeegee and dust-free cloths.
• Dust windowsills.
• Vacuum windows well.

Window treatments:

• Vacuum draperies.
• Wash blinds.
• Replace heavy draperies with lightweight or sheer curtains for a fresher look.

Furniture:

• Polish wood furniture.
• Vacuum cloth upholstery. Clean and condition leather upholstery.
• Vacuum between cushions.
• Clean behind and under sofas and cabinets.

These tips can help you in your routine housecleaning. For more serious cleaning projects, contact the professionals at Hippo Carpet Cleaning of Queens We're happy to be at your service!