Decluttering underneath the bathroom sink is a quick win if done right. I'm not here to show you fancy organizing bins and under-the-sink storage ideas - just a few quick rules to help us get rid of items that are taking up space for items no longer used. If you are looking for small bathroom organization ideas - the first step is to declutter the items you don't need or want. This creates space for better organization. NOTE: I do want to give a shoutout to the homeowner whose sink we cleaned un...
Jun 01, 2022•6 min•Ep. 1296
The easiest way to declutter clothes only takes a couple of minutes at a time. No need to spend hours being overwhelmed or creating big piles. The key to purge your closet the easy way is to take one type of item to the #ClutterCorner and create new rules about your clothes. Extreme closet #declutterwithme sessions are now a thing of the past. Work smart, not hard. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld a program helping people change their relationship with stuff. They paid for t...
May 30, 2022•7 min•Ep. 1297
Ever wonder how to recycle PlayStations and consoles? As you #declutter should you restore, refurbish or regift them? What items can be sent to a donation center and what needs to go through an electronic recycling program? In today's #ClutterCorner we look at PlayStation recycling centers as we create new rules for games, videos, and CDs no longer used or wanted in a home. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld where you can get started changing your relationship with stuff. And ...
May 27, 2022•10 min•Ep. 1295
These 3 cleaning business secrets will make your company so reliable, and so remarkable you will get tons of referrals. Best of all these marketing tips are crazy simple that even new maid service owners can do them with no prior experience. Running a #cleaningbusiness in a competitive market can cost a fortune to get and keep clientele. But it doesn't have to be expensive - all you need is to do is these 3 cleaning business secrets with consistency. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy ...
May 26, 2022•10 min•Ep. 1294
If you're wondering how to find a good house cleaner you're not alone. So many people are afraid of hiring a house cleaner because they have had a bad experience in the past with sloppy work or frequent callouts. Others are looking for trustworthy tips to hire a maid service because items have been stolen or misplaced in the past. Good cleaning services are everywhere and they do excellent work and are affordable. You just have to know where to look and what to ask. Today's Ask a House Cleaner s...
May 25, 2022•9 min•Ep. 1293
Here's how to remove thick grease from kitchen cabinets and drawers. This pre-treatment is the best of the #cleancabinets #cleaninghacks because it will preserve the finish and shine of your cupboards without stripping the varnish. We know the fast easy way to clean greasy cabinets includes the drill brush set for the electric drill but this method comes first when everything else fails. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids....
May 12, 2022•6 min•Ep. 1293
Have you tried chemical-free cleaning with the Light "N' Easy Steam Mop? If you have allergies triggered by cleaning chemicals you are not alone. In this Light "N' Easy Steam Mop #ProductReview you'll see how to mop your tile floors, hardwood floors, LVP, and other hard surface floorings. With the handheld steamer, you'll learn how to steam clean fabric chairs, valances, sealed granite countertops, backsplashes, bathroom vanities, and soap scum from shower doors. And did I mention that the Light...
May 05, 2022•19 min•Ep. 1292
Tips and strategies to improve your house cleaning and help you grow a cleaning business. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** Plastic Flexible Cutting Boards - https://amzn.to/3KK87vR Sal Suds Castile Soap - https://amzn.to/38IkTNa Swiffer Duster 6 ft Extender - https://amzn.to/3JKDKE4 Swiffer Duster 360 Mainte...
May 02, 2022•10 min•Ep. 1291
More is less when it comes to the rich and famous...and the cluttered, and poor. Having more of a thing doesn't bring more joy, it actually dilutes the amount of joy one can have. More stuff causes decision fatigue. Storing excess stuff takes up space and in some cases costs money. Why are so many people on the quest for more? Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #Hoarding World And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** MORE IS LESS CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - More is less when it comes to #decluttering...
Apr 29, 2022•8 min•Ep. 1289
Tips and strategies to improve your house cleaning and help you grow a cleaning business. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** Plastic Flexible Cutting Boards - https://amzn.to/3KK87vR Sal Suds Castile Soap - https://amzn.to/38IkTNa Swiffer Duster 6 ft Extender - https://amzn.to/3JKDKE4 Swiffer Duster 360 Mainte...
Apr 27, 2022•6 min•Ep. 1287
Where do you start when you're decluttering? It can be so overwhelming if you've been storing and saving stuff for years. Instead of trying to #declutter and get organized all at once, focus on the easy stuff first. The reason we've created the #cluttercorner for you is to break decluttering into small chunks where we remove the emotional attachments. This allows us to make decisions about the things we currently own, and new rules about stuff we buy, store and save moving forward. Today's Ask a...
Apr 25, 2022•5 min•Ep. 1286
Wanna know how to clean baseboards the HARD way? Check out these professional cleaning tips. Sooner or later you will end up at a home with neglected #baseboards or skirting boards and will have to do a deep cleaning on them. This process takes much longer than using a Swiffer duster and will require some scrubbing while on your hands and knees. Maintenance cleaning your baseboards will keep you from ever needing to clean baseboards the hard way again. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #Sav...
Apr 15, 2022•8 min•Ep. 1285
Here are 3 kitchen goods you can declutter today. Check it out, some of this is still brand new in the package and we are tossing it. Why? I'll show you. #Declutter with me in the clutter corner and let's make new rules about what to keep and what to toss -- and why. Do you have kitchen goods such as lids, kitchen utensils, knives, decorations, or other odds and ends that you're not using that it's time to let go of? Today, we'll get rid of one box of once valued items. Today's #ClutterCorner sp...
Apr 04, 2022•9 min•Ep. 1276
How often should you clean popcorn ceilings? What are #popcornceilings made of anyway? And how do you clean a popcorn ceiling with stains on it? Is there such thing as a DIY cleaning method or do you have to hire a professional house cleaner? Are cottage cheese ceilings sealed or do you have to test for asbestos in popcorn ceilings? All these questions make homeowners leary of cleaning their own ceilings - but here's the rundown from a professional house cleaner. In today's Ask a House Cleaner w...
Apr 01, 2022•10 min•Ep. 1265
Do you need a business license to help a friend with cleaning? And if you're cleaning your friend's house do you need insurance? How about taxes? Do you have to pay taxes for money earned while cleaning a friend's house even if you don't have a cleaning business? What if you're just earning a little bit of extra money on the side? Are you responsible when cleaning a friend's house if something breaks or something gets ruined? Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certif...
Mar 28, 2022•5 min•Ep. 1273
These are Angela Brown's top 7 dusters for professional house cleaners for 2022. Her philosophy is why use two dusters when one will do? Each duster has multiple capabilities and can be used on various surfaces. Some dusters are easier to carry than others, and some are preferred because they are washable or disposable. In Angela Brown's top 7 dusters you will find three used for maintenance cleaning (that is your weekly or bi-weekly cleaning.) You will also see the three dusters she prefers for...
Mar 23, 2022•8 min•Ep. 1274
How often should you clean valances, decorative pillows, chairs, and lampshades? Most people know you are supposed to clean them, but how and when is often a mystery. Can you clean valances yourself and do they go in the washing machine or do they have to be hand washed? Do professional cleaners and maids clean valances or do they have to be dry cleaned? Today's #upholsterycleaning show sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/jo...
Mar 22, 2022•5 min•Ep. 1268
The first rule of the clutter corner is fundamental for permanent change. Many people declutter in a random way and it rarely sticks. While they may have tossed items they no longer want, they haven't determined what they do want or why they collected the useless items in the first place. Clearing clutter then keeping it from re-entry is based on a few simple concepts shown here to help change the relationship to stuff. Today's #ClutterCorner show sponsor is #HoardingWorld and your host is #Ange...
Mar 21, 2022•5 min•Ep. 1271
To prevent water damage from a broken pipe while on the job here is what you need to know. Water can move pretty fast through the foundation of a home, and if it's not dried properly, at the right temperatures can quickly turn to mold. These seven steps will show you how to stop the water from spreading, how to identify the source of the leak, help you know when to call a plumber or mitigation technician, how and when to file a homeowners insurance claim, and other tips that will help you keep y...
Mar 21, 2022•12 min•Ep. 1262
Not all hoarders have a mental illness or are lazy. In 30 years as a professional house cleaner, I've uncovered a fascinating observation. Are you a hoarder or are you married to one? Do you or a loved one feel shame or embarrassment from family members because of your cluttered lifestyle? Are you the victim of unwanted pests, bugs, rodents, or other unfortunate bits of junk or gunk? You're not alone. Today's #Decluttering show sponsor is #HoardingWorld and your host is #AngelaBrown ** DO YOU EV...
Mar 17, 2022•9 min•Ep. 1252
Do you have a clutter corner and do you need one? Wait! What is a clutter corner? If you've ever thought about cleaning your room or decluttering and organizing your home, you may have come up short on where to start. Don't worry, this system will help you glide through the process without creating a bigger mess or frustrating you in the process. Are you with me? Tips and strategies to improve your house cleaning and help you grow a cleaning business. ** DO YOU EVER WANT TO BE PUBLISHED IN A BOO...
Mar 16, 2022•7 min•Ep. 1219
Once you know how to clean vertical blinds it's easy. The key is to clean them on a regular basis like a bi-weekly cleaning schedule. Vertical blinds have two sides that can easily be dusted with a Swiffer duster on a bi-weekly clean. Both sides can be accessed simply by pulling a string at the end of the blinds. If your vertical shades haven't been cleaned in a while the process we learn today is the preferred method for cleaning them. This is also the way we train professional house cleaners t...
Mar 15, 2022•4 min•Ep. 1263
Got a clogged drain or two? Here's what pro cleaners need to know about unclogging the drains in the homes they clean, and the metaphorical drains in their #cleaningbusiness A clogged drain is a sign that something slipped down that wasn't supposed to and got caught creating a backup of gunk. The same thing happens in your business when phone calls, messages, texts, and social media inquiries about your business slip through the cracks. Times are changing and so are the ways to deal with missed ...
Mar 14, 2022•9 min•Ep. 1256
xi2mY%C2L5 Decluttering old electronics is next up on our list. You can declutter with me, and we will start with the clump of cables and cords hiding under your desk or game console. Today we will look at old headsets with the deteriorating ear pads, the wired mouse you swapped out for a wireless one years ago, and selfie sticks that don't connect to the smartphone you now have. Just because you paid good money for an electronic - and it provided a solution for you at one time, doesn't mean it ...
Feb 14, 2022•7 min•Ep. 1257
I tried gratitude cleaning. Like most people, I hated to clean. As a professional house cleaner, it was a job that put food on the table, but I didn't enjoy it at all. One day on a job when I was feeling punished by cleaning, it occurred to me that nobody was making me feel this way but myself. Actually, other people did make me feel this way, but nobody was making me hate cleaning now (as an adult with rhyme and reason.) And then I wondered what would happen if I was grateful for the stuff I wa...
Jan 24, 2022•8 min•Ep. 1251
Should you use vinegar to clean hardwood floors ??? Here's the truth about the debate and why some say vinegar is safe for hardwood floors. Others will tell you that using vinegar on hardwood flooring will void your warranty. Both are valid arguments, but here is what usually gets left out of the conversation. The type of flooring, the type of coating on the flooring, the type of mop used, and the techniques used for mopping. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Smith.ai (Virtual Receptionist ...
Jan 21, 2022•7 min•Ep. 1248
Are you decluttering for something better or just decluttering to clear out space? My minimalism accident started out innocently enough. I was pairing down my extra socks. I had plenty. I also have no history of regret when getting rid of stuff. I'm not a minimalist by nature nor am I a full-blown hoarder. I'm just an average housewife like most people with a little too much of everything. BAM! And then this happens... Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld a place where you can l...
Jan 20, 2022•8 min•Ep. 1250
Ever thought about cleaning on the outside when customers cancel your cleaning on the inside? Let me show you how to keep money coming in when clients have covid, the flu or are calling out scared. Check out our upsell and special packages course at https://savvycleaner.com/upsells-and-special-projects Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsors are Verify My Records (https://verifymyrecords.com) and #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) ...
Jan 19, 2022•4 min•Ep. 1249
Decluttering where do you start - it's a common question. And the next big question is how to get family members on board to help you create a clutter-free home. If you need decluttering help you can ask, though leading by example is usually more effective. Not every family member has the same incentives for tidying up or doing weekend closet organization that you do. And without the same cleaning motivation, they may hang on to things that spark joy or for reasons different than your reasons. T...
Jan 17, 2022•6 min•Ep. 1247
Will you put away or throw away the stuff you shuffled around to get to the Christmas decorations? Declutter with me as we go through some boxes and decide what to keep and what to toss. January is a great time to kick off the spring cleaning as you wrap up last year. You are full of new years resolutions and your closets, rooms, and storage units could use a reboot too. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner and #HoardingWorld And your host today is #AngelaBrown come #declutter wi...
Jan 12, 2022•6 min•Ep. 1245
