Loving Your Household Chores Enough?

“My second favorite household chore is ironing. My first being hitting my head on the top bunk bed until I faint.” — Erma Bombeck.   Erma voiced a thought we have all had. Is there anyone that actually enjoys house cleaning? Erma was from a time when...
It’s Election Day — Vote for Maids by Trade!

It’s Election Day — Vote for Maids by Trade!

The presidential elections are all over the news and television. On November 8th, we will know who our next American President will be. It is an exciting time as we head to the nearest voting booth to make sure our voice is heard. Voting is so important because as...
The Most Effective Ways to Clean a TV

The Most Effective Ways to Clean a TV

Watching your favorite show on a dirty screen can be irritating, but not knowing the right way to clean dirt off your screen can be even more so. Make your shows brilliant again with these TV cleaning tips. LCD TV Screens First turn off your TV before cleaning. This...

Got Clutter Issues?

“Clutter is the physical manifestation of unmade decisions fueled by procrastination.” — Christina Scalise   Uh oh… Christina just called us out! The chaos and clutter in our homes is because of our bad habits! We probably knew that deep down anyway....
Winter House Cleaning and Organization

Winter House Cleaning and Organization

One of the best parts about winter is staying warm inside a cozy house. While winter is not the season most commonly associated with cleaning, it might be the one best suited for it. Winter house cleaning is the perfect way to keep your body active and your home snug...
Winter Preparation: 4 Cleaning Tips

Winter Preparation: 4 Cleaning Tips

There are lots of reasons to love winter, like hot chocolate, comfort food, and spending time with family. However, there are also lots of reasons not to love winter, not the least of which is inclement weather and its effect on our health and homes. Prepare for the...
How to De-ice your Car’s Windshield

How to De-ice your Car’s Windshield

No cleaning is fun but maybe the absolute worst kind of cleaning is de-icing your car’s windshield when it’s cold, windy, and (odds are) you’re already late. When it’s winter, you’ve got to know the best ways to de-ice a car windshield....
Repurpose & Bring New Life To Everyday Kitchen Items!

Repurpose & Bring New Life To Everyday Kitchen Items!

Think: repurpose. Your kitchen is likely filled with items you purchased or were gifted, that are taking up space and seldom getting used. It is a treasure trove of excitement at your very fingertips. Did you know you can repurpose some of these items commonly found...
Managing the Family Room with an Easy Cleaning Plan

Managing the Family Room with an Easy Cleaning Plan

Your family room is the domestic equivalent of Grand Central Station. It’s where your kids play and do their homework, where you and your husband host guests, and the central hub during special events like birthdays and holidays. Since it’s so high traffic, the family...
Good Neighbor Day—Ideas to Say “Howdy Neighbor”

Good Neighbor Day—Ideas to Say “Howdy Neighbor”

National Good Neighbor Day is annually on September 28th, and there’s no better time to get out and show the community that you care by offering a helping hand. If you’re trying to come up with something to do, this blog post is sure to provide you with some easy...