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  • Why you should hire a cleaning service when you move

    Why you should hire a cleaning service when you move

    Although moving out of your home to move into a new one can be a happy and exciting time in your life, it can also be stressful. You can reduce stress by hiring professional cleaners to handle move-in and move-out cleanings.

    A professional can clean your rental property after you move out. This will ensure that you get your full deposit back. A move-out cleaning is a great way to help potential buyers see your home if you’re selling it and are moving out.

    A move-in cleaning does the same thing as a move-out cleaning. This means that you make sure your new home is spotless before moving into it.

    Reduce Stress from Your Move

    We all know you already have plenty to do, so why add more cleaning? Moving is stressful enough, especially when you have to manage other responsibilities like work and family.

    It takes a lot of time to stage a house for sale, pack up your life and deal with house showings. You can now spend your time on the other aspects of the move by hiring a professional cleaning service. You can also rest assured of our satisfaction guarantee. We will return to you promptly if you are unhappy with the move-in or move-out cleaning.

    Rental Properties

    We have already mentioned that a professional cleaner can increase your chances of getting your deposit back if you rent your house. You are more likely to be referred to your previous landlord if your home is clean.

    It is a good idea to hire a professional to clean your home before you move to a new place. While this might seem like a way to cut costs, it will not help you attract renters.

    A Positive Experience for New Owners

    You want them to be happy with the purchase when they enter the house. Professional cleaning is a great way to make a move-in pleasant. Although you could clean it yourself, this can take up valuable time.

    You might not be able to see all the places dirt has accumulated in your home if you don’t have the right experience. Cleaning professionals have the experience and training to clean your house. Hiring professional cleaners for move-out cleaning makes your life easier and ensures the job is done correctly.

    Positive Experience for You

    Even if you already have a move-out cleaning, it is still a good idea to schedule a move-in. There is a good chance that dust and dirt have built up between the move-out cleanings and the move-in date. Contractors and other people may have also been in the house. The move-in cleaning makes the house look new for you and your family.

    A useful tool for realtors

    Moving-In and moving-out cleanings are not just for renters and homeowners but also real estate agents. Are you trying to sell a property quickly for a client that has just vacated their home? Hire a professional cleaning service to clean the property. Imagine the potential buyers living in your home. Do you plan to flip a house? This deep cleaning will make your property look its best before you sell it.

    Clean and Simple provides expert-level move-in/move-out cleaning services. Our cleaning crews are trained to spot dirt that others won’t. They will clean your property quickly and efficiently, removing all dirt, dust and grime.

  • Deep House Cleaning

    Deep House Cleaning

    Deep Cleaning with Clean and Simple Cleaning

    We provide an extensive, comprehensive Deep Cleaning service. You can expect outstanding results when you book a one-time deep clean. We will clean your entire house, and you can choose to include some items that aren’t usually included in our regular maintenance cleaning.

    What’s included in Deep Cleaning?

    Deep cleaning services are charged at hourly rates. We focus on:

    • Baseboards
    • Edging
    • Low and high dusting
    • Cobweb removal
    • Window tracks
    • Blinds
    • Move larger furniture to clean under it.
    • All cleanings include thorough cleaning of bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms. The cleaning includes vacuuming the carpets, dusting ledges, picture frames and reachable light fixtures, and window sills. Additional housekeeping services are also available. Other services we offer include cleaning out the interior of appliances, changing linens, vacuuming, dusting blinds and partitions, emptying trash and vacuuming furniture. Cleaning can also be adjusted according to your budget and timeframe.
    • One-time deep cleaning sessions can be a great way to prepare for guests, get the spring and fall seasons off to a good start, or take some time to enjoy yourself.

    CLEANING OF HOUSES FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

    This is a modified Deep Clean job. Customers can request different cleaning projects to prepare for special occasions, such as holidays or houseguests.

     

  • Winter Cleaning Checklist

    Winter Cleaning Checklist

    The Winter Cleanse Feeling

    Spring cleaning is something we all know. But what about winter cleaning? You’re likely to collect more mud when it’s snowy or wet outside. Your home is also more polluted, and you spend more time there. It is crucial to keep your home clean in winter for your health and your family’s comfort.

    We are sharing our top tips for winter cleaning, along with a printable checklist!

    Winter Cleaning Checklist

    1. To vacuum the bottom of the furniture, turn it over. Gently vacuuming, gently vacuuming, you can avoid dust bunnies and other dirt from collecting on the undersides.
    2. Make sure to clean the tops of doors and trim. You may have small, horizontal surfaces that trap dust in your home, like:
    • Interior doors
    • Trim, including chair rails and baseboards
    • Mirrors and artwork
    • An electrical wall plate
    • Wall-mounted smoke detectors and CO detectors.
    • Upper kitchen cabinets
    • Light bulbs and light fixtures
    • Computer monitors and electronic devices
    • Books on shelves
    1. Make sure to clean the refrigerator’s back. Particularly, clean the bottom or back of the fridge’s condenser coils. These can be cleaned to make your fridge more efficient and extend its lifespan.
    • You will need to remove the fridge’s coils from the wall. The coils can be brushed or vacuumed, then dust and dirt can be removed from the floor.
    • If coils are under the fridge, you can clean the coils through the faceplate at the bottom of the fridge. The faceplate should be removed. Use a brush or a vacuum attachment to clean under refrigerators.
    1. Ceiling fan blades should be cleaned. Ceiling fan blades collect a lot of dirt and dust. Clean them with an old pillowcase. Dust will be trapped inside the pillowcase and not blown onto your furniture or your eyes.
    2. Use a checklist. Download our Winter Cleaning Checklist.
    3. Hiring professionals is a smart move. Do you feel overwhelmed by the amount of work ahead? Are you too busy to see the mess?

     

  • Weekly House Cleaning Service Is Better Than Monthly Cleaning

    Weekly House Cleaning Service Is Better Than Monthly Cleaning

    Perhaps you have been considering hiring a professional cleaner for some time. Clean & Simple can help you clean your home once a month. Have you thought about a weekly housecleaning service?

    You can see it in action: Every Monday, you clean your house and return it sparkling clean. The floors are mopped, and the shelves are dusty. Every week it happens. It was easy to do it all yourself.

    For many reasons, a professional deep clean can benefit you and your family. Let’s look at why you should do a bi-weekly or weekly deep cleaning.

    You can keep track of your house cleaning by hiring a weekly service.

    You’re likely to have done this if you’ve ever hired a cleaning company. This is understandable. However, it is not something that anyone likes to do.

    Weekly house cleaning services mean less time between cleanings for things getting messy. It’s also easier to clean up after us. This means that there is less time between cleanings. It’s easier to keep your home clean and tidy by doing weekly housecleanings.

    It’s a weekly new start.

    It’s hard to beat the feeling of walking into a clean house without dust, vacuum marks, or the scent of cleaning products in the air. Two of the most popular cleaning products, lemon and pine, have been scientifically proven to make us feel happier. What makes this feeling even more wonderful? You didn’t have the chore of cleaning up!

    Many clients in Edmonds prefer having their bi-weekly or weekly house cleanings scheduled at the beginning of each week so that their house is clean when they start their week again. This is a great way to reset your week and keep your home clean throughout the workweek. It is a quick pick-me-up that gives you a clean place to call home, beginning Monday evening.

    Cleaning supplies don’t need to be a concern.

    Clean & Simple brings all of its cleaning products when they come in for a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly cleaning. The disinfectant, glass cleaner, and dusting spray are all included. While you may need to have a few of these products on hand for cleaning and maintenance, your cleaning supplies don’t necessarily need to be so well-stocked.

    It would help if you had a better-stocked cleaning supply cabinet than you do without a housecleaning service or monthly services. This is one of the ways that a weekly cleaning service can save you money.

    We are experts. We are experts in cleaning supplies and bring only the best products. We do the hardest cleaning, so you don’t need to stop as often.

    It is easier to maintain than a monthly service of cleaning.

    Many things can go wrong if you hire a monthly cleaning service. Dust can build up and cause serious allergies. Dust allergies can make your home a problem. It would help if you cleaned your home every 1-2 weeks.

    If you have a professional cleaner come in once a month, you will need to take care of additional dusting sessions or maintenance cleanings.

    Clean & Simple offers weekly or bi-weekly house cleaning services. Your home will stay cleaner for the entire month. We take care of all the details. We take care of the dirty work and the dusting so that you don’t have to.

    It’s the best form of self-care

    A weekly housecleaning service is like buying yourself a present every week. This is the ultimate form of self-care. It’s the ultimate form of self-care. You can feel the peace of mind that comes with a clean home.

    A clean home will allow you to spend more time in a place that isn’t stressful. Clutter and chaos can cause us to feel overwhelmed or anxious. Extra visual stimuli can be created by clutter, chaos, and dust in corners. Clean & Simple can help create a peaceful and tranquil environment in your home.

    Professional housecleaning services can be done weekly or bi-weekly to give you more time for the things you love, which bring joy. What could be better for your family than spending more time together doing the things that make you happy, rather than cleaning and polishing?

    It’s cheaper than monthly cleanings.

    Cleaning companies charge a higher monthly fee and a higher price for a one-time service. It’s understandable. With more time between cleanings, cleaning your home takes much more effort and time. It’s amazing how much work goes into cleaning your house. And it’s easier to keep that cleanliness each week when Clean & Simple comes.

    This means that cleaning companies charge more to schedule monthly cleanings than to clean your home once a week or twice a week.

    House cleaning prices can vary greatly. A monthly cleaning service is usually less expensive than weekly house cleaning. A one-time or monthly cleaning fee will cost you much more. Weekly house cleanings offer a better deal.

  • Outdoor Spring Cleaning

    Outdoor Spring Cleaning

    It’s spring! As the sun shines more, it’s time to spend more time outside, whether on your porch or in the yard. It’s time to make your home more summer-ready. Spring cleaning doesn’t just apply to the inside of your house. It is important to spring clean outside your home as well. This will prevent any damage from occurring over time.

    This guide contains  important tasks that will keep your exterior looking clean and maintained.

    • Clean exterior windows. First, clean your windows. It would help if you inspected your windows for holes and damage. Repair or replace the screen as necessary. If your screens look good, you can take them off and rinse them outside with a hose. Use a soft brush to scrub them gently. Use soapy water to clean the windows if necessary. You can clean the glass outside of your windows before you go inside. This will make it easier to see dirt and smudges.
    • Make sure you clean your gutters. This is the most difficult task. Cleaning your gutters is an important part of spring cleaning your outside home. Regular gutter cleaning will reduce the likelihood of water damage. Use a sturdy ladder to remove any leaves, twigs or other debris that may have made it into your gutters. Protective gloves are recommended. You may also consider using a scoop.
    • Re-paint shutters, trim and doors. Look at your shutters, trim and doors to determine if they need a freshening. Winter weather can be hard on paint jobs. To increase curb appeal, consider a bold new color or new light fixtures or mailboxes. Before making any major changes or adding on, check with your homeowner’s association.
    • Clear out the garage. Although it may seem daunting, organizing your garage will make a huge difference. You can organize your garage by creating different storage types and uses zones. To store your items efficiently, install shelves or hooks. Make sure you get rid of any that you don’t need.
    • Clean your porch/patio. It’s great to sit on your patio on a spring evening, but it can be a chore if there are cobwebs around the corners or patio furniture that is dirty and grimy. To freshen your outdoor space, sweep away any dirt or cobwebs, and wipe down the furniture. If you are a Clean & Simple customer, you can also add cleaning the patio on a recurring or one-time basis!
    • Exterior walls should be washed. Exterior walls were splattered with water and mud throughout the wet Pacific Northwest winter. To clean exterior walls and siding, use a pressure washer. Be sure to pay special attention to where plants or trees are located. Regular cleaning will increase the life expectancy of your walls.
    • Make sure to clean your outdoor grill/kitchen. Don’t forget to clean your outdoor grill/kitchen area if it has been a while. It will be clean and ready to go before you use it again.

     

  • Why biweekly cleaning service is right for you

    Why biweekly cleaning service is right for you

    It cannot be easy to choose a frequency for your cleaning services. Clean and Simple CleaningTM offers weekly, biweekly, every three weeks, and monthly cleaning services. Although the budget is important in choosing the right frequency for you, it is not the only consideration. It’s important to consider your family’s needs, how much time you have to clean, and how quickly dirt and grime build up in your home. We will discuss four reasons biweekly cleaning is the best option for you.

    Weekly service is excessive.

    Weekly service is something we believe in. It has been written about before. This is the best way to maintain your home in top condition. You will always have your home clean and require very little maintenance. For many people, however, weekly service can be difficult. Some people cannot make it a point to invite strangers into their homes weekly. Others struggle to budget for weekly cleaning. People who don’t have children or pets often make too much mess to justify weekly cleaning.

    A biweekly service maintains home health.

    Biweekly service won’t be as effective as weekly service. Biweekly cleaning is still very effective in removing allergens, particularly dust and pet hair, from your home.

    • Dust can be removed from surfaces and the air by regular, thorough dusting.
    • Our cleaning technicians use microfiber cloths to trap and remove dust from furniture surfaces instead of kicking it into the air.
    • Regular vacuuming of carpeted areas keeps dust and pet hair from getting into the air and prevents it from getting kicked around.

    There is less work between cleanings than with a monthly service.

    Biweekly cleaning is a great option because you don’t need to do as much maintenance between cleanings as you would for monthly. The biweekly cleanings can keep common household soils, such as soap scum or grease, from building up in the bathrooms and kitchen. There is no need to scrub the tubs or scrub the stovetop. Monthly cleanings, however, require more effort than weekly cleanings, no matter how clean your home is.

    The long-term benefit of biweekly service is that it’s more affordable.

    Although it is technically cheaper to have your home cleaned twice a month than biweekly, you get the best cleaning and the lowest price. Cleaning frequency discounts mean that you will pay less per cleaning. You will also save time and increase the value of your cleaning by spending less time cleaning.

    You can choose the services most important to your needs.

    Clean and Simple understands that every home we clean is different. We make each service plan completely customizable to meet your specific needs. You can choose which rooms you want to clean and which ones to skip. Also, you can specify what tasks each room should be completed. Our dedicated professionals will help you design a customized home or office plan.

  • Cleaning Tips for Back-to-School

    Cleaning Tips for Back-to-School

    These simple tips will help prepare your home for the new school year. You know the impact of the transition from summer vacation to school on your daily routines, including your cleaning habits. Everybody’s schedules become more chaotic, so there is less time to clean. You can organize your home and bring order to chaos with a little planning.

    Get Rid Of Too-Small, Rarely-Worn Clothes

    You can make your back-to-school cleaning success easier by minimizing clutter from the beginning. Make sure you have enough storage space to store your children’s clothes. To help your children identify what is suitable for them and what isn’t, sit down and go through their drawers and closets together.

    Create an Entryway Station to Sell Shoes, Coats, and Backpacks

    Seattle’s weather is unpredictable once school begins. You can expect muddy boots, rain jackets and dropped backpacks. Create a designated area in your entryway for all those items. This will prevent dirt and mud from being tracked throughout your home. This will protect your hardwood floors and prolong their lives. You can find all 18 of our entryway organization tips.

    Get your kids on the right track with a chore chart.

    The best way to make back-to-school cleaning successful is when everyone in the family participates. Before the school year starts, give your children the tools to help them create a chore list with you. This will allow them to get used to the daily and weekly cleaning chores. This link has great chore chart ideas with appropriate suggestions for all ages.

    Take some time to relax.

    Do not let the school year drag on. There is no need to clean up every day. After dinner, let the dishes sit in warm soapy water in a sink while you and your family relax with a favorite TV show or video game. After a soak, they’ll be much easier to clean and will have more time for you to relax every evening.

    Have Fun Cleaning School

    It doesn’t matter if you are cleaning with your kids or alone while they’re at school; it is important to make cleaning fun. Although cleaning is an essential task, it shouldn’t be something we dread. While cleaning, we recommend listening to upbeat music and dancing along. You can also make cleaning more enjoyable by choosing the products you love. This will allow you to enjoy using them and then you’ll be able to relax in your home after the cleaning is finished.

  • Easy Green Tips for Bathroom Cleaning

    Easy Green Tips for Bathroom Cleaning

    Many of our customers prefer green cleaning products. We fully understand why. Green cleaning products are gentler on the skin and lungs than traditional products. Sometimes, however, green cleaning products may not work as well. You want to ensure that your bathroom is clean and free of germs. We’ve compiled this list of green bathroom cleaning tips to help you keep your bathroom green and clean. These tips can be done with common household items like vinegar, baking soda and dish soap.

    Green cleaning and preventive maintenance of sinks and shower drain.

    Green bathroom cleaning is a great friend. Maintenance cleaning is your best friend. Half a cup baking soda and half a cup vinegar should be poured down the drain weekly. Allow to sit for 20 minutes, then flush the drain using hot water (preferably near boiling).

    Green cleaning for bathtub and shower walls

    You can loosen stubborn soap scum, grime and stains by spraying vinegar over the shower.

    • Fiberglass: Use dish soap and baking soda to clean, then wipe with a sponge.
    • Porcelain: You can remove stains using only green products by spraying them with lemon juice, then sprinkling them with alum Powder. Let the stain sit overnight before applying any other products. Use a little lemon juice to scrub the stain off the next day.
    • Baking soda can be used to make non-skid appliques and strips. Allow to sit for about 15-20 minutes, then scrub and rinse.
    • Natural stone/marble showers: Many homeowners choose marble or granite for their bathrooms because of their beautiful appearance. Before you apply any cleaning products to marble or stone showers, make sure to consult your manufacturer. Certain acidic and alkaline compounds can be used to stain or etch these materials, even all-natural ones. Marble and other natural materials can be disintegrated by water. For green bathroom cleaning, we like to use mild, pH-neutral dish soap that is mild on marble.
    • Bonus tip: If you take many baths, 2 tablespoons of baking soda can be added to your bathwater to prevent a ring around the tub.

    Grout cleaning with green solutions

    Baking soda is the best option to brighten up dull grout. Use a mixture of baking soda and dish soap to scrub the grout. You can then rinse it out. Our technicians love the toothbrush scrub brush for more detailed work, such as grouting and rings around drains.

    Weekly process for toilets

    Let half a cup of vinegar sit in the toilet for at least half an hour. Use a toilet brush to scrub the toilet.

  • Checklist for Winter Cleaning

    Checklist for Winter Cleaning

    It is time to prepare for winter. There are many things to do to prepare for winter, but winter cleaning should not be neglected. These tips will make your home more efficient and let you enjoy your indoor space while you’re inside. This checklist will help you prepare your home for winter.

    Check your furnace system.

    Every winter, make sure to inspect your furnace and change the filters. It would help if you also had your air ducts and vents cleaned. The Environmental Protection Agency recommends people change their HVAC filters every month and more frequently if the system is being used heavily. The filters should be changed, and the vents cleaned. This will ensure your HVAC system runs more efficiently and prevent allergens and dust from building up in your home.

    Get rid of all the junk.

    Now is the right time to get rid of clutter in your home. If you don’t have clutter, it will be easier to maintain a clean home. Decluttering can also make storing the gifts you’ll receive during the holidays easier. These are some tips to help declutter:

    • Donate it if you haven’t used it in a year.
    • Three boxes marked keep, donate and throw away are sufficient.
    • Start small and work your way up to larger projects.
    • To declutter faster, work with a friend or family member.
    • Take a look through your closet to find clothes that don’t fit.
    • Donate toys that your children no longer need.

    Get your dryer vents professionally cleaned.

    Even with a lint trap installed, lint can build up in the dryer’s hoses or back. Lint buildup can cause a fire hazard and must be cleaned at least once a year. Your dryer’s efficiency is also affected by lint buildup, which can lead to lower energy bills.

    Clean your chimney.

    It is important to maintain your chimney if you have a fireplace. A buildup of smoke in the chimney could cause a fire. This can also cause a decrease in the quality of your home’s air. A professional can help ensure that your chimney is clean and well maintained.

    Deep clean your kitchen and kitchen appliances.

    The Winter months are when most people cook more. It is important to regularly clean all your kitchen appliances, including the oven, stove, refrigerator, freezer, and fridge. Don’t forget to clean the underside of your appliances. It is a good idea to dust your cabinets and drawers and clean out your freezer and refrigerator while you’re at it. You can clean your shelves and remove any expired food. You will have a clean kitchen that your family can enjoy.

    Clean your curtains, carpets, and furniture.

    Your home’s interior space will be more enjoyable if you keep your curtains, furniture, and carpets clean in winter. Carpets can become stained from pet hair, stains, and smells. Dust and dirt can settle on curtains. Winter brings snow and mud, which can be tracked into your home by people’s shoes. To reduce dirt buildup in your home and improve the air quality, thoroughly clean all carpets, curtains, and furniture.

    Wipe your windows.

    Smears and dirt are more evident in winter weather. It is important to let more natural light in your home throughout the day. Keeping your windows clean and free from dirt and smears can brighten your home and prevent you from feeling cold when it is outside. You should clean your sills and windows and dust your blinds.

  • How to buy a cleaning business

    How to buy a cleaning business

    Although buying a cleaning company may sound like a difficult venture, it is possible if you ask the right questions. It is important to understand the potential for growth, clientele, finances, and equipment of the cleaning business. To keep your cleaning business thriving, you will need to be able to manage its finances and know how to save it from going bankrupt.

    Check out the Client Base

    This step will depend on the size of your cleaning business and how many clients you have. Take a look at the length of time these clients have been with your company. Clients who have been with the company for at least two to three years are more likely to be loyal and will continue to do so. Clients who have been with us for eight to ten consecutive years may be ready to retire.

    You cannot guarantee that your clients will remain when you purchase a cleaning company. They can choose to switch services if they don’t like your service. It is important to check if the seller guarantees retention of clients. While it is great to have this confidence in their clienteles, the seller cannot speak for every client.

    The ideal clientele is a mix of small and large clients. It is fine for a cleaning company to get a majority of its revenue from just one or two large clients. However, having a mix of small and large clients allows for greater job security, especially if one client is retiring soon.

    Ask to speak with these clients personally. These conversations will help you gauge if the clientele will be loyal even after you purchase the cleaning business. also allows you to build goodwill and trust with them.

    Examine the company’s finances

    Reliable clients may be a sign of quality and reliable service. However, a good financial record may indicate that customers pay their bills and that there are enough jobs to cover the company’s expenses.

    Examine all sales patterns before you buy a cleaning company. This includes monthly, annual, and daily. These numbers will tell you if there has been growth, stagnation or decline in the company’s finances over time. It is possible to inquire about the monthly expenses of the company compared to the monthly income as well as the gross billing monthly.

    Consider the potential changes and costs, as well as any liabilities that you may assume. These and any other expenses will need to be taken into account when forecasting future cash flows to ensure that the business can meet its financial obligations.

    When you purchase a cleaning company, make sure to review the training and operation manuals. These manuals may include instructions on how the company managed their accounts, and could be open to your suggestions.

    If you are not a strong financial expert, an attorney can help you.

    Check out the company’s inventory and supplies

    When you are looking to buy a cleaning company, it is tempting to look first at its inventory and supplies. The number of supplies and inventory may indicate the quality or progress of a cleaning business. Are there enough tools to run the business? A surplus of equipment may mean that clients have been lost and the company hasn’t been able to replace them.

    Be sure to include future costs for supplies if the company requires them. Remember that commercial vacuum cleaners and power washing machines can cost several hundred dollars and last only a few months depending on how they are used. It is also important to consider how many supplies you might use in a given period.

    Is there a commercial property with room for growth?

    Most businesses are based on commercial properties. This is property that is specifically designed to generate capital or profit. The amount of capital or profit that property can make depends on many factors, such as its character, proximity to the primary demographic, traffic volume, and other factors. But, it’s not about location, location and location when buying commercial property.

    The value of commercial property depends on its potential profitability and ability to continue it. After these things have been carefully evaluated, you can decide whether to move the business or keep it in its current location.

    Leasing property is a great way to save money and have the flexibility to purchase more capital or redevelop an existing property. Even though your cleaning business may be well-established, it is still possible to acquire and develop a new property.