Hiring a professional cleaner can level up your home but knowing how to prep makes a big difference. Here’s what experts (and Redditors) say to do before they arrive.
Clear the Clutter
It can be so much better if we remove stray clothing, toys or junk before a cleaner comes inside. The clutter consumes time that they could have spent actually cleaning.
If your floors & surfaces are clean, they will run right into scrubbing & dusting, not sorting out your things.
Empty the Sink
A sink full of messed-up dishes disturbs their rhythm. Professional cleaners like a clear sink & counter surface to clean without having to do all the dishes.
By rinsing or hanging up dishes in advance, you give them the space to thoroughly scrub the sink.
Put Away Personal Items
Tidying up personal items like wallets, rings, toiletries in the bathroom or scattered shoes in the hallway helps cleaners move quickly. This also helps you avoid losing anything by accident while cleaning.
Take Out the Trash
A lot of cleaners are okay with emptying bins, but it’s courteous to do it in advance. When the trash cans are full, cleaning up around them is not an easy task & this little chore creates a more positive vibe.
Communicate Specific Requests
Tell them in advance which areas you would prefer them to tackle (and not). Having a good conversation saves you time & prevents miscommunications, so you’ll end up getting exactly what you want.
Secure Pets
Dogs & cats are adorable, but also they can interfere with an effective sanitization. Whether it’s a wandering cat or a barking dog, moving them to a different room or crate frees the cleaner from distraction.
Strip the Beds
Sheet-scraping ahead of time saves time if you require new bedding. Most cleaners are more than willing to make beds, but with the sheets ready to go, they can do so without hunting around for linens.
Put Away Valuables
Professional cleaners generally have your back but you’d always want to stash away valuable items such as jewelry or money. This gives you & the cleaner some peace of mind.
Identify Problem Areas
The ability to identify hard-to-clean places (hard stains, greasy ovens or dusty vents) can allow cleaners to better allocate time. Once they know exactly what needs extra work, they can focus on what is most important to you.
Provide Cleaning Supplies (If Needed)
If your cleaners ask you to provide supplies, make sure you have them ready & stocked. Missing items like a mop, vacuum, or special cleaners can slow them down & leave areas unfinished.
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