Life gets busy. From work to school and just being on the go nonstop, some people just have very little time to stop and properly clean. Others struggle with motivation, depression, or other contributing factors that make it challenging to master the mess in a consistent and ongoing fashion. Yet, avoiding the problem is rarely the answer, regardless of how out-of-control the clutter appears. No house is too dirty to benefit from the assistance of a professional cleaner, and everyone needs help sometimes!
Don’t Worry About the Chaos
You may look around and see piles upon piles of items all around your home. To get to surfaces like floors and countertops, much of this clutter will need to be removed or at least shifted. If the sheer level of work involved makes you feel overwhelmed and like you want to give up, please know cleaning companies fully understand.
They may not be able to move heavy items such as furniture themselves, but they definitely know someone who will.
Once they help you calm the chaos — even if that means making a referral — they can proceed with sanitizing and cleaning the essential areas of your home, including floors, walls, and windows. You CAN love your home once again!
Shame Shouldn’t Hold You Back
There’s a tendency for homeowners to feel overwhelming shame when they suddenly realize just how dirty their home really is. Tracked in mud, cobwebs, lime stains, dirty dishes, neglected floors, and even dust can build up over time, as can pet dander and debris. It becomes easy to tune these changes out when our days are busy.
Still, you shouldn’t let shame hold you back. Most professional cleaners have seen worse at some point in their careers. They’re also a service-oriented field, meaning they are in business to help you overcome a problem. It’s their job to be professional, and they should treat you accordingly.
Explain Your Needs
Most professional cleaning companies offer specific services. Yet, they’ll also customize services for you if you’re in a special situation. If you scrub your kitchen sink daily, let them know — they’ll skip that step. If you prefer they don’t polish your fine China or a room is off-limits, they want to know that, too.
You should also let your cleaning company know about any special needs or areas of concern. For example, if you’re worried about air quality, they’ll pay special attention to dust and allergens. They may even be able to recommend an HVAC company that can assess your home for common contributors, such as broken ductwork, vents, and more.
A Judgment-Free Zone
Above all else, remember that the cleaning crew coming into your house does this every day. They’re used to seeing dirt, grime, and clutter. The reason they are in business is that they LOVE to help people restore their homes. In some cases, they even deal with people who struggle with hoarding issues or who are disabled.
Most cleaners actually find it intensely rewarding when a space goes from unorganized to decluttered and dust-free. While getting paid is undoubtedly part of the deal, good cleaning companies will help you find a solution that fits no matter where you start.
Set Up an Ongoing Cleaning Schedule
Once your home is clean, it’s easier to maintain that cleanliness long-term while keeping windows, walls, floors, and other surfaces shiny and germ-free. A quick dusting or mopping every couple of days is often all it takes. But if you continue to struggle, or you just plain don’t have time between work, kids, and gigs, don’t be afraid to schedule monthly or even biweekly visits with the pros.
Future visits will likely even be easier, which means they might be cheaper, too.
A good cleaning and decluttering can make you feel lighter, freer, and more at peace, too. Just remember that you don’t have to struggle under the weight of a busy life on your own. Be open to help and let the pros work their magic!
