Give your gift recipients the gift of time by offering them a Housecleaning Gift Certificate. Think of all the people on your Christmas list, your Hanukkah list, Birthday or Anniversary list. How many of them would appreciate receiving a free house cleaning? Gift Certificates can be purchased for any amount…

The holiday season is right upon us, and with all the extra stuff on our "to do" lists, what will go begging? The housecleaning, right? A little planning and doing right now can help make the holiday season more enjoyable. The kitchen will be the busiest room in the house.…

You've just found out that your old college roommate is in the area and wants to stop by to see you in half an hour. No need to panic. With these few speed-cleaning tips, you'll be as cool as a cucumber when she rings the doorbell. 1. Gather your supplies.…

I recently stumbled onto a book entitled Home Comforts: The Art and Science of Keeping House. One of the Reviewers agreed with the author (a Harvard law grad) that housekeeping is a dying art! I haven't read the book yet, but it got me to thinking about the fact that…

I've always shied away from contracts whenever possible. After all, if a company offers service that is excellent, customers will stick with that company, even without a contract, right? I can think of some customers that got started with HomeLife Housekeeping way back in 1990 (when I looked way younger…

Is the socially responsible citizen, whose choice it is to use only environmentally safe cleaning products, doomed to live in a dirty house? I don't think so. There are many products available today that are safe and effective. Bon Ami is a powder cleanser that states their "5 Simple Ingredients"…

What would please Mom more than having a sparkling clean house without having to lift a finger? Gift Certificates available in all sizes, from $68 up. Give her one on her special day and she can call to schedule at her convenience. Check the zip code list to be sure…

LCD screens are easily damaged by harsh pressure, chemicals, even tap water, so what can you do to get rid of the fingerprints and dust that accumulate over time? It's really easy. First, find yourself a nice clean soft cloth (an old cotton handkerchief or a soft microfiber cloth would…

Recycling stuff makes you feel like you're doing something to care for your planet. Here's one that involves the recycling of two commonly-used products and keeping things neat and tidy: You've already found a ton of uses for plastic grocery bags, from lining waste baskets to throwing out disposable diapers…

What if my housekeeper gets injured in my house? HomeLife Housekeeping provides the crucial protection of workers' compensation insurance in case of injury on the job. Such injuries are not uncommon in housecleaning. Falling on a stairway, slipping on a wet floor, tripping over a vacuum, muscle strain--all can and…

Happy New Year Everyone! Somehow a fresh new year inspires all of us all to make some positive changes in our lives, in our thinking, in our work, or in our play. We at HomeLife Housekeeping are renewing our commitment to bring to our wonderful client base the best we…

Now is the time to enjoy the season with family and friends and try to not stress out over the details. Think "damage control" during the holidays. Don't try to tackle big deep-cleaning projects. Simple maintenance is"? the"? name of the game for now. Keep the dishes washed and put…

I have never understood the mentality of those who stand in line for hours before the break of dawn to snatch up the best deals on Black Friday. Sure, I like a bargain, but the inconvenience and downright risk of trampling, keep me from following the crowd on this one.…

Enjoy the holiday with your families and stay safe. And when all the spooks and goblins are gone and the spiders have left your house full of webs, remember to call HomeLife Housekeeping and schedule your"? house cleanings before the next holidays.

There is nothing more rewarding than hearing words of appreciation from the clients for whom you have provided service. It makes all the hard work well worth the effort. Here are a few quotes we have received recently: "Excellent job! Thank you so much." "Thank you for your exceptional service!"…

The kids are back in school, vacations to distant places are but pleasant memories, and now things can return to normal at home. Those of us in the office who manage housecleaning schedules are exhaling a long, contented sigh of relief because the schedule-juggling will drop off significantly. Your schedule…