Keeping your home in Ashburn sparkling clean can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially with busy schedules and life's demands. However, with the right cleaning hacks, you can efficiently maintain a tidy and inviting living space without spending hours scrubbing away. Whether you're a seasoned cleaning enthusiast or someone [...]
Cleaning your lint trap has three distinct benefits. 1) It prolongs the life of your dryer’s heating element. 2) It helps your clothes dry more quickly. 3) It keeps energy bills down. Cleaning a lint trap is simple, but there’s more to it than scraping lint from the screen. Cleaning [...]
Virginia Housekeepers does not offer this service; however, here are some do-it-yourself ideas if you would like to learn how to clean an iron plate. How much easier is it when the iron is clean and glides effortlessly across your shirts, slacks, and dresses? When the soleplates of irons get [...]
Your washing machine works hard. It removes dirt, stains and bacteria from all your clothes and doesn’t ask for much in return. Over time, dirt and soap scum build up. If you’ve never cleaned your washing machine, then a good scrubbing is overdue. Check out these tips for cleaning a [...]
Sometimes hitting the pillow is much more tempting than washing your face. So if you decided to head to bed before removing your makeup, don’t worry; we won’t let that stained pillow ruin your morning – or your plan for brunch! How to Remove Makeup Stains from a Pillowcase This [...]
Unlike your bedsheets and pillowcases, which should be washed every week or two, your comforter doesn’t require frequent cleanings. Cleaning your comforter every quarter, or four times a year, should be enough to prevent dirt and skin cells from building up. Not only does a clean comforter feel and smell [...]
Fresh, clean sheets feel great. But when was the last time you really appreciated a clean mattress? Cleaning your mattress is a great way to prolong the life of the fabric and remove the buildup of dirt, skin cells and bacteria. Cleaning your mattress regularly is especially important if you [...]
It’s easy to overlook the importance of washing your pillows. Pillowcases may keep pillows clean for a while, but over time, a pillow needs a deep clean. The longer you wait before cleaning your pillows, the more dust, dirt, and bacteria work their way in. This can aggravate allergies and [...]
Nothing makes a room feel more clean than vacuuming. The typical family of four will vacuum their living room an average of 104 times a year. While these tips won't cut down on the number of times you have to vacuum, they will make it more efficient. Prepare the room. [...]
We all know that keeping your house clean and looking good is an ongoing process; it takes work. However, that doesn't mean that cleaning needs to take up all of your free time. Make your dusting as efficient as possible with Virginia Housekeepers's three ways to save time when dusting [...]
