Lifestyle
Top 5 Ways to Cut Down on Cleaning Time
There’s no question that time and energy are precious resources. “As a hands-on dad, I am always juggling priorities,” said Scott McGillivray, television host, contractor, and real estate investor. With the ever-growing demands of a busy life, it can be a challenge to keep a home in tip-top shape. But what if you could accomplish more by doing less?
Below are five easy tips to maximize your time while getting more done.
1. Clean as you go. Dedicating small amounts of time to tidy up in certain areas or after specific tasks can be more effective than tackling a big mess that leaves you not knowing where to start.
2. Clean high-impact areas first. If you want to make a strong first impression, concentrate your time and efforts on areas that draw the eye first. Look at reducing clutter and adding light wherever possible.
3. Recruit your family to help out. Many hands mean light work, and when it’s all done, you’ll have more time with each other. Get kids involved to teach responsibility and teamwork. It’s amazing how much fun can be had even while cleaning.
4. Take advantage of technology. Advancements in home automation are making life more efficient. Growing in popularity are devices like Hoover’s Quest1000 robotic vacuum. Fully programmable and local Wi-Fi-enabled, complete with room-mapping technology, this ultimate vacuum will do the job for you, freeing up time to concentrate on other tasks or to spend with family.
5. Call in the cavalry. Sometimes, it just makes sense to call in the pros. When you’re feeling like it’s time to clone yourself, a little hired help from a cleaning service once a week or twice a month can make things more manageable.
Now with a little extra time on your hands and a clean house, you can relax—because your home should really feel like your castle.
