While
cleaning a home often includes your lived in areas, bathrooms, and
kitchens, some of the smaller — but still noticeable — places are
easy to forget.
With
a professional cleaning service that understands these commonly
overlooked spots, you can prevent embarrassing oversights. Learn
about some of the common locations you might forget to check during
your regular housecleaning.
Baseboards
Most
people don't think to clean the baseboards because they are low to
the ground and difficult to inspect regularly. However, baseboards
in a home can get dirty quite fast. Keep in mind that sometimes the
HVAC system and pets will contribute to the dirtiness of the
baseboards.
Vents
Speaking
of HVAC systems, remember that vents are another source of dirt in a
home. When you use your heating system regularly in the winter or
cooling system regularly in the summer, you may see an increase in
allergens and dust in the air. Some of the dirt lingers around the
venting, and the evidence will be found around the openings.
If
you have venting in the floors, you will see some of the dirt
accumulating there too.
Changing
your filters regularly can help to cut down on the dust and keep your
HVAC system running efficiently.
Behind
and Under Appliances
Home
appliances cover dirt and dust lingering just out of sight. If you
aren't pulling the refrigerator, oven, and laundry machines away from
the wall, you are missing some serious debris. The longer these
areas go without cleaning, the more difficult they are to sanitize.
Ceilings
The
ceilings — and the ceiling fixtures — are another easy area
forget to clean. Ceiling corners, fan blades, and light fixtures all
collect grime and dust.
Businesses
that specialize in residential cleaning can help homeowners
understand how important it is to reach these areas.
Walls
Walls
are frequently overlooked, in spite of the fact that they are so
apparent throughout the home. Dust particles adhere to and fall from
the walls onto the floor, leading to unsightly buildup.
As
part of cleaning the walls, you might overlook accessories like
doorknobs and switch plates. These features collect grime and
bacteria from frequent touching. Also, don’t miss or skip over
scuff marks and holes where buildup occurs.
Stairs
If
the home has stairs, pay close attention to the carpet or tiles
facing you as you walk up the steps. The back part of the steps is
easy to notice but also easy to overlook when you are cleaning.
While
cleaning the stairs, banisters and handrails also require a scrub.
After all, people touch them several times throughout the day, making
them great places to collect bacteria.
Furniture
You
probably want your furniture to look its best. Shampoo and vacuum
furniture, including chairs and couches. Examine the bottoms of
cushions and see if anything is unsanitary. Think about having
leather furniture professionally cleaned and conditioned to maintain
its attractiveness and durability.
Bathroom
and Kitchen Floors
The
floors in your kitchen and bathroom pose problems if not cleaned
properly. Pay close attention to tiled floors, examining for dirty
and broken pieces. Check the floors behind the sinks and toilets, as
these places could be breeding grounds for mold and mildew.
NorthStar
Cleaning & Property Services offers
residential housecleaning services in the North Scottsdale, Cave
Creek, Carefree and Paradise Valley, Arizona area. If you are looking
for one-time or regular housecleaning services, please call us to
make an appointment today!
