House Cleaning
How to Fit Cleaning into a Tight Schedule
Whether you work full-time, are self-employed, or are a stay-at-home parent raising a family, your schedule is no doubt packed. Cleaning is something that we all need to do, but fitting it into a busy schedule in a practical way can be tough. Here are a few tips to help you “keep up” instead of…
Read MoreHousehold Chores Your Kids Can Handle
One of the toughest things to keep up with when you have kids is the mess. Whether it is laundry, dusting, or cleaning up after a pet, every chore is multiplied in magnitude. Once kids are in school, the problem may persist when they are home in the summer. The solution? Start training your kids…
Read MoreTips to Keep Your Stainless Steel Spotless
Stainless steel appliances have been all the rage for a while now. And what’s not to love? Except all of those unsightly fingerprints, that is. How can you keep your beautiful stainless appliances spotless? Read on for some tricks of the trade. The Best Cleaning Cloth Rather than using paper towels, you will want to…
Read MoreTips for Getting Rid of Clutter in Your Home
Do you feel like the walls are closing in if clutter begins to pile up at home? Sometimes it happens so gradually that it doesn’t seem like a big deal until that one day when claustrophobia strikes—and you have to go outside just to breathe. How can you get your home back under control without…
Read MoreHow to Keep Illness at Bay by Cleaning the Right Way
Especially if you have kids in the home, illness is inevitable. But how can you keep whatever one of the little ones brings home from school from spreading to the entire household? Here are a few specific areas to watch out for when cleaning to try and stop the spread of disease. Keeping Illness…
Read MorePut an End to Stinky Towel Syndrome
Everyone has been guilty of causing “stinky towel syndrome” at one time or another. You wash your hand towels, bath towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, etc., and then you forget them in the machine. In the morning, you’re left with a smelly mess that the dryer just can’t fix. What causes your stinky towel to smell?…
Read MoreHow to Clean and Leave Fewer Allergens
Allergies can make some of the nicest times of year the most miserable. Is there anything you can do around the home to help your family endure? Let’s look at the full range of allergens, from those caused by pesty insects to skin irritants in the laundry. Remove Anything That Could Attract Cockroaches Believe it…
Read MoreCleaning Painted Walls for a Brighter Home
Between the kids making your walls their personal canvas and the mystery scuff marks making an appearance every week, your home can’t seem to catch a break. The good news is that we have a solution. It is time to learn the proper techniques for cleaning painted walls and how to make your home look…
Read MoreCleaning Your Oven to Make It Look Brand New
Do you know what is worse than deciding what you are going to eat tonight? Making sure not cooking your food in hot dirt. That means cleaning your oven. And while the thought might send shivers down your spine, we assure you that there is a way to keep your oven in cooking order. How…
Read MoreYour Oven Racks Also Need Cleaning
Are your oven racks clean or are they starting to collect dirt? Last month, we walked you through how to clean the inside of your oven. And while we are sure it may have been a bit tedious, your oven should be sparkling on the inside. Now it’s time to move on to those oven…
Read MoreNatural, More Affordable Ways to Shine Your Hardwood Floors
How do you shine up your hardwood floors? Who doesn’t love newly shined hardwood floors? Well, aside from your dog when it’s trying to run somewhere. They’re sturdy. They’re easy to clean. And when cleaned properly, hardwood floors have a refined look to them that’s unmatched. They’re understated and can look great in a lot…
Read MoreCleaning Unexpected Places in Your Home
Are certain areas of the house left out of your cleaning routine? Most of our weekly cleaning routines include taking care of the living room, bedrooms, kitchen, and bathroom. Seems like everything is in order, right? Well, you would be surprised by what areas are often forgotten when it is time to clean. Find out…
Read MorePet Owners Guide to Cleaning The House
Pets are magnificent creatures. They are easy to love and reciprocate all the care and affection you show them. It’s rather unfortunate that they are such messy rascals. Between all of the pet hair and their dirty paws, they can have your house looking like a junkyard in no time. It is important for pet…
Read MoreHow to Clean Hard-to-Reach Places
Tight and hard-to-reach places in our homes are often the most neglected. Over time, they end up collecting dirt, grime, and all kinds of gunk. It may seem impossible to clean these areas of your home but don’t give up. Ignoring the small spaces will only make them dirtier. We have a few tips to…
Read MoreBreaking Bad Habits: Keeping the Room Clean
In your home, there is probably no place more comfortable than your bedroom. The problem is that we can often become too comfortable. Before you know it, your bedroom goes from being the most relaxed place in your home to the messiest. This type of situation is sadly a common occurrence for people, and bad…
Read MoreSave Money & Stop Spoiling Food With Our Refrigerator Layout Guide
By: SGCleaningServices.com I have always thought that the temperature in the fridge is the same no matter where you check. After doing some research, I realized however that certain food items should be in very specific areas. The check list below is a great tool to avoid spoilage and cross contamination. Upper shelves (most consistent…
Read MoreScared Of Cooking With Cast Iron? Follow These Amazingly Easy Tips To squash Your Fear Once & For All
By: SGCleaningServices.com Cast iron has acquired a pretty bad wrap. I hear people talk about cast iron like it’s their arch nemesis. Folks are unsure how to clean them or aren’t sure if they should clean them at all. The “seasoning process” also throws people for a loop. Worry no more!! Below I’ve listed all…
Read More6 Steps to A Cleaner Washer and Fresher Clothes
By: SGCleaningServices.com Is cleaning our washers necessary? Don’t they get clean every time we do a load of laundry? The answer to the second question is a surprising no. Our washing machines, especially used with hot water cycles or reside in homes with humid climates, are a perfect breeding zone for mold and mildew. Sometimes…
Read MoreFollow These 5 Simple Screen Cleaning Tips & Stop Ugly Screen Clouding For Good
By: SGCleaningServices.com Washing windows is never fun and washing screens is even less so. They seem to get dirty so quickly, especially during those cooler winter months. Have no fear! The 5 step system below will have your dirty, dull screens looking brand spanking new in no time! Set a routine– I know this first…
Read MoreCar Feeling “Mom-Zoned”? Try These 9 Easy Tips That Will Put Your Car Back In The Game.
By: SGCleaningServices.com Do you ever get into a friend’s car (who has kids) and wonder how they keep it SO clean? I did too until I asked said friend what her secret was. There were a handful of tips that she gave me that day that have made all the difference in the world. Get…
Read MoreGet the most bang for your vinegar buck with these 6 awesome, useful tips!
By: SGCleaningServices.com When talking vinegar, we always conjure up the image of mom’s famous salad dressing or adding a “tang” to some yummy marinade. I’m sure for most of you, vinegar has gone hand in hand with food and being a staple in the kitchen. Did you know though, that vinegar might just be the…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Simplified: Linen Closet Edition – Expert Tips for a Serene Space
As organizing experts, we know that a tidy linen closet is more than just a matter of aesthetics – it’s about creating a sense of calm and order in your home. That’s why we’re excited to share our insider tips for transforming your linen closet into a sanctuary of serenity this spring. 1. Declutter &…
Read MoreTidy Envy? Follow these 5 tips to kick the messy house bug
By: SGCleaningServices.com Do you have that friend who looks put together 24/7? Always neat and her home always looks like she has a house elf from Harry Potter? Me too. I have always tried to strive for that and it has always felt near impossible…… until now. I constructed a list of 5 daily tasks…
Read MoreGive Your Wardrobe A Face-lift Without Opening Your Wallet
By sgcleaningservices.com Spring is just around the corner & that means it’s time to freshen up and climb out of hibernation mode. One great way that I start off the spring time is by hosting a wardrobe exchange party. These parties are simple to throw, fun to participate in and by the end of the party,…
Read MoreMoths Making A Mess Of Your Clothes? 4 Ways To Combat Moth Eating Mayhem
There is nothing more maddening than pulling your favorite sweater out of your closet, only to find the front riddled in moth holes. How do moths get in there?! And why wool and cashmere?! After I finally had retired my last sweater and decided I had had enough. I looked into ways of getting rid…
Read More4 Biggest Bathroom Mistakes That You Are Probably Making Right Now!
Do I have your attention? All 4 bathroom mistakes that I’m about to mention can potentially cause germs and bacteria to flourish but the good news is, they are easy to fix. Read on to see if you are guilty of one or all of the biggest bathroom mistakes and find out the best way…
Read MoreBeautiful Fresh Flowers: 6 Tips to Keep Them Looking Amazing
Beautiful fresh flowers are the perfect accent to brighten up any room, but all too often, they don’t last as long as you want them to. The good news is, with the right approach, you can keep your fresh flowers looking beautiful for longer than you might have expected! Here are some of my top…
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