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?

 

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.

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.

 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Do you think of selling your cleaning business? Perhaps you are looking for a new career or a shift in your livelihood. Maybe your company is in a downturn and you want to escape as soon as possible. You might even want to retire.

No matter what position you are in, there are things you should think about and questions you must answer before you move forward. Continue reading to find out the best ways to successfully sell a cleaning company.

Pre-Planning

There are a few things you need to do in order to make your sale a success. Here are some items you should have on hand. These tips will help you determine the selling price or value of your cleaning business.

You should also figure out overhead costs and accounting ledgers. You should also round up any current or pending contracts. This includes any service or longevity contracts.

Also, you will need to identify all assets such as cleaning equipment, vehicles, and office materials. You should make a list of all the types of contracts that you use. There are two types of contract inventories you will need: one for small contracts and one for large ones.

People who are looking to invest in or purchase a cleaning company will prefer to have a large number of smaller contracts than a few big ones. Customers will also be important to them. In addition to listing your salesperson, or sales team members, let them know if any current employees are staying. If so, how many?

Appraisal

You need to know the value of your cleaning company before you can sell it. Determine your net income.

Your net income is $100,000 if your business earns $300,000. You must figure out the salary of a potential owner who won’t be working in your business.

The net income will be reduced to $50,000 if they pay the person they hire to fill your place. This is called “free cash flow” and it can be either $100,000 or $50,000.

Now, you need to look back three years to determine the “free cash flow” for each year. It’s important to see if it has gone up or down. It’s also important to determine why it fluctuated in any way. This will help you sell your business quickly.

This will give the potential owner a clear picture of the business’s current and future direction. You should give the potential buyer good reasons for why your net income or business has dropped.

You’ll also need to explain to them why the business is growing and how it can improve. Explain to them how your business has grown each year. If you are ready to negotiate, it is a good idea to ask for ten times last year’s net revenue. You could also read up on negotiation techniques .

Part of your pre-planning has already been completed. You can sell the company at whatever price you want. This is not what you should do. It is important to determine the company’s value before you attempt to sell a cleaning business.

The goal is to maximize your profit while maintaining a competitive price in the market. These calculations can help you determine the value of your company and the price at which it should be sold.

These numbers can be summed to get the average. 650% of your equity is owned by you. 450% of your income is determined by you. You should also use 80% of your net sales and 70% for annual revenue. Once you have the numbers, add furniture, equipment costs and other assets to get a rough figure. You can then go from there depending on your market.

You can find out the market for cleaning companies by doing some internet searches and asking other owners of cleaning businesses in your area what their opinions are.

Exit Strategy

It is crucial to know your best exit strategy. It is crucial to know your best exit strategy.

Is liquidation right for you?

Before you can begin to plan your exit strategy for selling your business you need to determine if liquidation is the right option for you. If so, what type of liquidation would be most effective. There are two options for liquidating your cleaning company. Either you can do it quickly or take several years to downsize.

It’s possible that you are in a position where it is necessary to shut down your business and get rid of everything as soon as possible. If you are a sole proprietor, this is most common. You should consider re-strategizing the business to put it in a position to sell first.

Don’t forget that liquidating your business will result in a lower ROI (Return on Investment). Consider all the contacts you have made in this industry. All those relationships that you’ve built over the years are now gone.

You’re now starting your own cleaning company. Congratulations! This is a rapidly growing industry with low entry barriers. If you are positive and have the right attitude, there are many opportunities.

You need the right equipment. You might think your business needs are limited to basic cleaning supplies such as sponges or disinfectants. Cleaning business is still a business. You’ll need to provide the office end.

What are the essential cleaning products and business items for a cleaning company?

Professional House Cleaning Supplies

The following categories can be used to organize your cleaning supplies list:

• Tools and appliances
• Personal protection
• Cleaning products that are common

These are some of the most common cleaning tools. Some of these items you may not even think of until you actually need them. Be prepared.

Tools and appliances

Your business’s tools are key. You need to ensure that you have everything covered and that your tools are of high quality.

Floors

Different flooring types require different equipment. These are your primary tools for flooring:

• Vacuum cleaner
• Hand-held vacuum that can be used to quickly clean carpet stairs
• Broom
• Hand broom
• Dustpan
• Mop
• Bucket
• Brush for floor scrubbing

Wet Work

We’re talking about kitchens, bathrooms, sinks, and toilets. You should have:

• Abrasive scrubbers
• Disposable sponges
• Pumice
• Disposable rags
• Use paper towels
• Disposable toilet brushes

All-Purpose Tool

These are the items you will use every day.

• A dust cloth or duster
• Spray bottles
• You will need a caddy to transport your supplies
• Glass cleaning cloths
• Small and large trash bags
• Use disinfecting wipes

Cleaning products that are commonly used

Now that you have the tools, it is time to find the right cleaning products. These are essential tools to have on hand.

• Disinfectants
• Glass cleaners
• Abrasive cleaners
• Shower cleaners (for grime and mold, lime, mildew, and other mildew)
• Toilet cleaning solution
• Floor cleaner
• Furniture polish
• Oven cleaner
• Cleaner for stainless steel
• Solution for heavy-duty degreasing
• Dishwashing liquid
• Scaling solution
• Air freshener
• Carpet cleaner
• Laundry detergent
• Stain Remover

For all kinds of cleaning, you don’t need to rely on chemical products made by commercial companies. You can create your own cleaning products for many purposes. This can help you save money and attract customers who prefer a natural, safe approach to cleaning.