Housecleaning Tips and Local Events (75)
Friday, April 7, 7:30 pm – Chris Botti, Trumpeter; Concert Hall, California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Grammy-winning trumpeter, Chris Botti, has emerged as the top-selling American instrumental artist. Botti will perform jazz standards and famous classical masterpieces with his signature sophisticated sound and soaring musical imagination. The New York…
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We want to extend our warmest holiday wishes to all our customers, past, present, and future! 2016 has been a good year. Thank you for your business and your generous spirit toward our hard-working staff. The wonderful comments we receive from so many of our clients are what make all…
Clean dryer vents reduce fire and health risk in your home and boost dryer performance, and save you money by improving dryer efficiency. Here's why: Reducing Your Fire and Health Risk The startling fact is that clothes dryers are the number 1 source of fire damage in the home. In…
You or a loved one may qualify for housecleaning reimbursement if there is a claim made on your (their) Long Term Care Insurance. Check your policy. We currently have a client who receives 4 hours of cleaning every other week, and it is fully reimbursed by her Genworth Long Term…
For sure you must not use nail polish remover or try to scrape it off with a razor blade. You may be able to safely remove nail polish from wood furniture by spraying it with hairspray, however. You must test it on a hidden place first. Some finishes cannot even…
Pet urine and red wine stains can be difficult to clean up. Ever try club soda on them? First blot the liquid with an absorbent towel to remove as much as possible, then pour some club soda on the area. Let sit a few minutes, then blot with fresh, dry…
Nothing promotes a fresh start like de-cluttering your living space and having a clean, sparkling home. HomeLife Housekeeping is here to help make that happen for people whose lives are too busy or their physical limitations too great to clean their own homes. Whether you do it yourself or call…
Are you interested in Solar Power but don't know which way to turn? There are so many companies knocking on your door. You may have heard a few horror stories about lack of customer service. So you put it off. That is where I was until this year. Then, after…
If you clean your own home, here are some ways to make your job easier. If you pay someone to clean your home, these tips will make their job easier (and thus cheaper for you). 1. Reduce Clutter Place your collectibles behind glass in display cases. Less handling will keep…
While travertine floors and counters are a beautiful addition to any home, it is important to know how to clean and care for this type of stone. Because it is naturally porous, it can easily be stained or etched if not sealed on a regular basis. You may be able…
Slow-draining bathroom sinks or tubs are a drag. Here's the niftiest little invention to help you avoid a costly plumber visit. Available at your local hardware store or online, pick up a Zip-It drain cleaner and find out what disgusting things lurk in the pipes below your sink or tub.…
I'm kind of like the blogger Jillee, I get excited about cleaning stuff that works! Check this out, a miracle cleaner for such things as gunked up cookie sheets. Just spread some hydrogen peroxide on the cookie sheet, sprinkle it with baking soda and go find something interesting to do.…
Preparing a strategic plan of action for cleaning can save unnecessary work, saving time and frustration. Such concepts as cleaning from top to bottom, and leaving the dirtiest areas for the last hold valuable merit. For example, when cleaning your kitchen, try this method. First fill your sink with soapy…
Microwave touch pad controls carry the potential for trouble if the pressure used for cleaning them is a bit too hard. You may accidentally turn the microwave on or scramble the control commands so that nothing works. There is an easy preventive measure. Open the door before cleaning the touch…
A new year often inspires us to improve our lives in various ways. Keeping a more organized home might be one. Having a place for everything and keeping everything in its place is a great way to save valuable time and effort and help keep you focused on your many…
Does your stove top resemble impressionistic art, with all its drips and crusty stuff? Could your refrigerator use some deodorizing?? I have some simple tricks for you to try. Try using club soda on a sponge to clean your stove top. Clean up any spills on your stove top more…
Dust If You Must by Rose Milligan Dust if you must, but wouldn't it be better To paint a picture, or write a letter, Bake a cake, or plant a seed; Ponder the difference between want and need? Dust if you must, but there's not much time, With rivers to…
If you find yourself dreading cleaning day, here are some Better Homes and Gardens-inspired tricks to get yourself motivated and actually enjoy the cleanup! Treat Yourself: Link cleaning day with some simple indulgence you enjoy, like a carry out meal, a fresh bouquet of flowers, or some quiet reading time.…
