Keeping your carpets clean and stain-free is impossible. That’s because occasional spills are inevitable while foot traffic can’t be stopped altogether. This is especially true in households with more members or kids and pets running all over the place! 

Fortunately, it is fairly simple to remove stains from your carpet if you know the right methods to follow. For that, you’ve certainly come to the right place! Today, we are sharing tried and tested, easy-to-follow methods to remove different types of carpet stains. Read on!

How to Remove Natural Carpet Stains

(Dust, mud, dirt, etc)

These natural stains are typically mild in nature, and occur regularly. Unless they are severe or have had time to set, most of the dried stain can be vacuumed up while the rest, removed with mild soap and water. 

Here is a quick step-by-step guide to remove natural stains from carpet:

1. Blot the stain with paper towels (if it is wet or damp). Allow the dirt/mud to dry up completely, and then vacuum the spot. 
2. Make a carpet stain remover consisting of liquid dish soap (1 teaspoon) and cool water (2 cups).
3. Take a clean, white cloth, dip a part of it into the solution, and squeeze out excess water. Use the dampened cloth to gently wipe and lift the stain.
4. Finish off by blotting the area with paper towels, and allow it to air dry.

How to Remove Food & Beverage Carpet Stains

(Chocolate, pasta sauce, ice cream, ketchup, wine, coffee, tea, juice, cola, etc)

No carpet stain causes more panic among homeowners than one caused by food or drink! Perhaps it is the vibrant colours of the stains that scare people, or simply the misconception that beverage/food stains on carpet are impossible to remove. Well, we are here to tell you otherwise!

Use the method below to remove different kinds of carpet stains left by an accidental beverage or food spill:

1. Pick off chunks or bits (if any) so that you are only left with a liquid stain. 
2. Absorb as much of the stain as possible with paper towels (blot, don’t scrub).
3. If you don’t have a carpet cleaning product, mix 2 tablespoons of fabric detergent in 2-3 cups of water; adjust the strength of the stain remover according to the severity of the stain.
4. A white hand towel or absorbent cloth should be used to clean the carpet stain as it needs to be lifted as opposed to dissolved. Dampen the cloth with the solution and wipe the stain gently in circular motions; be sure not to use the same side of the cloth when the stain begins to transfer onto the cloth.
5. Soak up moisture from the carpet with paper towels.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the stain is removed.
7. If needed, allow the carpet to dry completely before repeating the steps.

How to Remove Oil/Grease Stains from Carpet

(Oils, grease, butter, body lotion, lipstick, salad dressing, etc)

A lot of homeowners believe carpets with grease or oil-based stains are a lost cause and therefore, do not even attempt to remove them. While old carpet stains caused by oil or grease may require professional cleaning techniques, if you act sooner than later, you just might be able to remove the stains yourself. 

Take a look at our stain removal method for oil and grease carpet stains:

1. Dampen a clean, white cloth with a dry cleaning solvent such as glycol ethers or perchloroethylene, otherwise known as ‘perc’. 
2. Blot the stain and observe how much of it is getting removed before using another side of the cloth (or a fresh one altogether).
3. Continue cleaning the carpet stain using more of the solvent if needed.
4. After 5 minutes of removing the stain, gently wipe over the area with a clean, damp cloth to rinse off the solvent.
5. After the carpet dries, check if any discolouration remains and repeat the stain removal process one more time.
6. Be sure to allow the carpet to dry before repeating the steps.

Bear in mind that removing different types of stains from your carpet requires patience and, oftentimes, the need to repeat steps or the entire method depending on how old the stains are, and the severity of them. Nevertheless, these are tried and tested carpet stain removal methods so the next time you see ugly marks on your favourite carpet, use the cleaning guides above to get rid of them!

It’s hard to believe that something so grimy can be cleaned up pretty quickly and easily. Then again, professional cleaners know all the secrets to cleaning smarter, not harder! Today, the experts at CleaningBest are here to share a tried and tested method to clean your oven fast and efficiently! Simply follow the steps below to transform a greasy and grimy oven into a spotless one.

Step One: Take Out Removable Components

Apart from the trays and racks, if your oven has other removable parts such as a thermometer and pizza stone, take them out as well. To begin the cleaning process, start by removing loose debris from each of these components (a brush or cloth is advised for this). 

If you have a large tub or basin to soak the trays and racks, it is definitely advisable to do this in warm, soapy water so that the grease and grime are easier to scrub off. If not, simply clean them off with dish soap and a scrubber before rinsing the components and leaving them aside to dry. For the thermometer, use a damp cloth to gently wipe off grease and grime.

Step Two: Clean Out the Oven

The inside of your oven is likely to have burnt-on grime and charred food bits scattered around the interiors; so, before you scrub it down, clean out the loose debris first. Use a cleaning brush to clean off as much of the dried grime from the ceiling and sides of the interior, and finish off by cleaning out the loose debris from the bottom. It’s important to get out as much of the dried grime during this step so that things don’t get too messy when it’s time to scrub the inside.

Step Three: Spray with Oven Cleaner

Spray the interior with your commercial oven cleaning product; depending on the level of grime, it is advisable to spray enough of the cleaner in order to soak burnt-on spills and grease. Along with the interior walls, ceiling, and bottom of the oven, spray the corners and around the seal and edges of the door; basically every inch of the inside, as well as nooks and crannies! Allow the oven cleaner to loosen grime inside your oven for 10 to 15 minutes (with the door closed) before moving on to the next step.

Step Four: Wipe Down Interior

Put on a pair of kitchen gloves, take a damp scrubber or microfibre cloth, and begin wiping down the inside of your oven including other areas that have been sprayed with the cleaner. Since most of the grime will have soaked and become loose, your cleaning tool is likely to get soiled pretty quickly. Therefore, we advise rinsing it repeatedly, or keeping fresh scrubbers/cloths at hand. For stubborn grime that is still stuck to the surface, simply spray over it, and use a little more elbow grease to scrub it away. Finish off by wiping your oven interiors with a clean, damp towel.

Step Five: Clean the Glass Door

With the door pulled down, apply a runny paste of water and baking soda to the surface; leave it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Pour white vinegar in a spray bottle and spritz the baking soda till it starts to foam. This alone with tackle grime, grease, and stains, leaving you with only the cleaning agents to wipe off using a clean, damp cloth.

Step Six: Clean Exterior Components

Most ovens have removable knobs which can be scrubbed and cleaned with dish soap under running water. Other models which have a touch sensor panel can be cleaned by spraying a soft cloth with glass cleaner, and gently wiping away grease and/or stains. In a similar way, you can clean the front of the glass door and sides of the oven which are typically the last things to do when deep cleaning your oven interiors and exteriors. After you’ve cleaned the outside of your oven, open the door and allow the interior to dry up completely before putting in all the removable components. 

So, there you have it! Six, simple steps later, and your grimy oven will look new again, inside and outside!

It’s the busiest time of the year and very often, the most stressful! With so much cleaning to do in preparation for the holiday season, a lot can slip your mind and leave you feeling more overwhelmed than ever. Particularly in 2020 when everyone is preparing for the festive season a little differently due to COVID-19, it definitely helps to know what you need to do at home, and when you should be doing it.

So, if you’re wondering how to clean your home for the holidays in 2020, here are five key tips to keep in mind.

1. Make a Priority List

Note down your Christmas cleaning list and prioritise tasks according to their importance. For example, if you know you’d like to clean your ceilings and walls before you decorate, make that one of your top priorities so you can get it done earlier than later. In fact, most big or time-consuming cleaning tasks should be prioritised to ensure that they are not overlooked or pushed aside. 

2. Start Early

While some people wait till the last minute to begin their Christmas cleaning, others are forced to because of busy work/personal schedules. With that said, there is always a way around this if you just plan and start early! Give yourself at least three weeks to clean and prepare your house properly before Christmas. This means sparing some time in your day (every day) to tackle cleaning tasks, big and small. Don’t worry if you can’t finish a single, big task in one day; you can always complete it the next day. The goal is to not stress yourself out more than you already are.

3. Declutter a Little Every Day

Every house falls prey to clutter at some point! Worst of all, the accumulation of clutter happens so gradually that you don’t realise it until the room is one big mess! As part of your Christmas cleaning (and otherwise), decluttering your home is a must. The good news, however, is that it’s not as hard as many people think. Most of the clutter in your house is actually just things left out of place while other forms of clutter may consist of rubbish that needs to be trashed and/or items which are no longer of use and therefore, can be donated. Tackle various forms of clutter every day and before you know it, you’ll have a clutter-free home for Christmas!

4. Deep Clean Your Refrigerator

A messy, disorganised fridge is not at all ideal around the holidays when more dishes are being cooked, and leftovers need to be stored. Of course, deep cleaning your refrigerator should be done every other month for sanitary reasons but if you haven’t done it in a while, now is not the time to neglect cleaning your fridge! It will also give you a chance to organise the contents so you won’t have to struggle for space every night after dinner.

5. Keep Your Bathrooms Clean

Cleaning the bathrooms is a must but maintaining it is what will save you a lot of time and effort while ensuring that your home is always ready for surprise visitors or guests. So, how do you keep your bathroom clean? Here are a few tips that will help you achieve that:

1. After you shower, wash the floor with plain water and make sure you squeegee the water properly so that the floor dries up faster. This will help prevent floor stains.
2. Wipe down the sink daily using a sponge/scrubber and all-purpose cleaner. This will take less than a minute of your time.
3. Pour some toilet cleaner around the interiors of the bowl and leave it overnight; scrub with a damp toilet brush the next morning and pull the flush. It’s the quickest and easiest way to keep your toilet bowl clean!
4. Use a mop to spot clean stains on your bathroom floor, and a scrub brush for spot cleaning other bathroom components.

Remember, Christmas cleaning doesn’t have to be this huge, overwhelming burden on your shoulders anymore. All you need to do is stay on top of things with the tips above and you and your home will be well prepared for the holidays in 2020!

Lack of time is perhaps the most common reason for neglecting house cleaning and chores. Unfortunately, many homeowners also use this as an ‘excuse’ to avoid doing some basic cleaning tasks that help to keep the place relatively clean. The good news is that this can be a thing of the past with our awesome tips to clean your house fast and efficiently!

All it takes is sparing a small amount of time each day that you can devote to cleaning and, in no time, you will get the hang of keeping your house neat and clean! Read on for all the information you need to clean your house quickly.

1. Tidy Up with a Tote Bag

If you’re wondering what a tote bag has to do with tidying up, it’s the thing that will hold all the items that don’t belong in the room you are tidying up. To explain this in more detail, check out our two-step approach to tidy up a room quickly:

1. Go around the room and round-up items that need to be put away in another room. These items can go in the bag and be carried out all at once as opposed to wasting time by going in and out of a room multiple times. 
2. Now, the rest of the room can be tidied up without miscellaneous stuff getting in the way and slowing you down. 

2. Clean Floors with a Broom

It may seem like a vacuum cleaner is the quicker option because it sucks up all the dirt from the floor but it’s actually more time-consuming to have to plug it in and lug it around everywhere. A broom, on the other hand, is easier to manoeuvre, push into narrow spaces, and lighter on the arms too! What’s more, there are plenty of new, innovative brooms on the market that are more effective than traditional types of brooms. These modern-day brooms certainly speed up sweeping floors, and provide satisfactory cleaning results.

3. Make a Floor Cleaning Solution in a Bottle

The old-fashioned way to mop a floor would be to carry around a bucket of floor cleaner and, of course, your mop! Again, this is a time-consuming and inconvenient task which, fortunately, can be solved with the help of a bottle (preferably a squeezee or flexible one). All you need to do is make a floor cleaning solution and pour it into the bottle; then dampen the mop with water, sprinkle the cleaner over the floor, and mop! It’s easier and quicker while the cleaning solution can be stored in the bottle for weeks!

NOTE: This approach is advised for daily or regular mopping of your floor, as well as spot cleaning. For heavily soiled floors, the use of a bucket is better suited for the job.

4. Dust with Microfibre Dust Gloves

Do away with rags and dust cloths because they are not nearly as effective as microfibre dust gloves. Even better, dust gloves are extremely convenient to use and very much quicker when it comes to picking up dust. 

Here’s a quick look at why microfibre dust gloves are advised over other types of dusting tools:

1. Dust clings to the material allowing users to clean a surface with one, quick swipe
2. Knickknacks/objects are easier and faster to clean when held and wiped with the gloves
3. Since they are sold as a pair, you can use both hands to dust 

5. Allow Cleaners to Act Before Cleaning the Bathroom

More often than not, we spend more time scrubbing surfaces to remove stains because the cleaner hasn’t had enough time to break down dirt and grime. This is especially true when it comes to cleaning a bathroom and certain components in the room. For example, the toilet bowl is a lot easier and quicker to scrub down and clean when you’ve poured in the cleaning solution and allowed it a good 30 minutes to sit. Therefore, our advice is to wet the bathroom and apply the respective cleaners to the toilet bowl, tub, sink, and shower area before you go in to scrub each component.

WARNING: Be extra cautious of slipping on a soapy floor or area in your bathroom when using this approach.

Now that you know how to clean your house fast, don’t let any reasons or excuses get in the way of maintaining a neat and clean home every day!

A typical day of cleaning in the average household entails tidying up, dusting the furniture, cleaning the floors, and cleaning the bathroom; but that can’t be it, can it? Take a look around your home and you’ll probably spot a couple of things that need immediate attention, too. In fact, when going about their regular cleaning routine, homeowners often miss out on some crucial areas that require cleaning.

Today, we’re going to share the most important parts of your house that you are likely forgetting to clean so that they will never be overlooked again! Read on for all the information you need below.

1. Shower Curtain/Door

The shower curtain/door encounters the splashback of water mixed with soap and dirt leaving it extremely grimy and covered in bacteria. So, the next time you clean your bathroom, don’t miss out on washing and wiping down the shower curtain/door.

2. Doorknobs and Handles

Often crawling with bacteria if not sanitised regularly, all doorknobs and handles in your home should be wiped cleaned and disinfected on a daily basis, or at least 3 times a week. Particularly during a virus outbreak such as COVID-19, it is of utmost importance to sterilise these high-touch household surfaces.

3. Refrigerator

This is one of the bigger cleaning tasks you will have to endure but a very important one, too. At least once a month, the refrigerator should be deep cleaned and sanitised to kill bacteria. This is also a good time to dispose of expired/rotten foods from your fridge, and reorganise it. If you can’t manage this on a monthly basis, it is advisable to clean out the vegetable and meat trays routinely as these are two of the germiest places in a fridge. 

4. Shower Head

Your shower head is yet another thing in the bathroom that accumulates bacteria while mineral deposits in the spouts hinder the water flow. To keep a shower head clean, sanitary, and performing well, soak it in vinegar for a few hours, and scrub clean with a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild soap.

5. Window Tracks

You may or may not clean the window tracks when you’re washing windows; however, these narrow spaces should be cleaned out more regularly since they tend to accumaulate dirt, dead insects, and dust all too often. Along with dusting or vacuuming the window tracks, the window sill also accumulates dust which should be wiped when dusting furniture in your house.

6. Ceiling Fans

More often than not, ceiling fans are cleaned only when the homeowners start to notice dirt caked on the blades, or dirt falling from them! Luckily, there are simple ways to clean ceiling fans without dropping dirt on the floor. One of these include using an old pillowcase to trap and wipe dirt off the blades.

7. Vents

The slanted angles of vents make it easier to spot dust and debris sitting on them, yet they are overlooked. What’s worse is that dusty air vents can cause allergies and respiratory problems if not cleaned in a timely manner; therefore, homeowners are advised to wipe down vents every few days or as and when they become dusty.

8. Cabinet Tops

Perhaps the tops of cabinets are overlooked because they are out of sight. However, if you climbed up a ladder and took a peek up there, you’d be shocked by how much dirt and grime is caked over the surface. To keep your cabinet tops clean, dust them every week.

9. Baseboards

It’s rare to find dust-free baseboards because homeowners rarely clean them! Although it may seem like a lot of work because they run all along the interior of your home, cleaning baseboards is just a matter of dusting them with a long-handled broom or duster. No bending involved!

10. Trash Can

Just because it holds the garbage, doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be cleaned! Germs can easily be spread around your home if you don’t clean and sanitise the trash can every now and then. On top of this, the bin can really start to stink up the place if left in this unsanitary condition. 

So, if you want to keep your home clean and free from germs and bacteria, don’t forget to clean these 10 important parts of your house in a timely manner.

Whether it’s your first time hiring a professional Perth cleaning service or not, there are certain things one can do to ensure both parties (homeowners and house cleaners) are satisfied and happy with the experience. Quite often, clients are unaware of basic etiquette and preparations required to make their house cleaner feel welcomed and safe because, after all, the relationship between a homeowner and professional maid is a two-way street.

With that said, here are 5 ways you can prepare for a Perth cleaning service to have a satisfactory, smooth-sailing experience.

1. Do Your Bit to Reduce Clutter

Unless instructed or agreed upon prior to hiring the cleaning service, it is not your cleaner’s job to tackle clutter. While organising items or tidying up is typically within their job description, tackling large amounts of clutter is not. So, if you’ve got things lying around and out of place, take the time to put them away and leave your professional cleaner with a clutter-free space to clean.

It should also be noted that a cleaning technician cannot be blamed for ineffective results if he or she is forced to work around a messy room. On top of that, you will not be fully satisfied with a house that is clean yet very cluttered. 

2. Note Down Special Instructions

The goal behind listing down special instructions to be followed by the cleaner is to ensure that all cleaning tasks are carried out in a manner that you are satisfied with. Every house is unique, as are one’s cleaning needs; hence, referring to instructions will help the cleaner navigate cleaning tasks efficiently.

If you have special cleaning requests, on the other hand, this must be discussed prior to booking your Perth cleaning service. The specific instructions we are referring to may be in the form of personal preferences such as cleaning the kitchen first, and bedrooms last, or how to lock up before they leave (if you are not going to be around). Whatever they may be, it’s important to make the instructions clear, concise and, most of all, within reason.

3. Keep the Kids and Pets Busy

Although it’s nice to see how well your hired Perth house cleaner gets along with your kids and/or pets, it’s important to understand that they are working on a schedule and would like to come in and get on with their job without having distractions or interruptions.

Above this, for safety reasons, it is advisable to keep kids/pets out of the way while the technician is using cleaning equipment and products. Unless you have requested for an eco-friendly Perth cleaning service, it is likely that the cleaning agents being used contain chemicals which must be kept out of reach of children and pets.

4. Secure Valuables

There are two reasons why this is an important thing to do before your house cleaner arrives. From the homeowner’s perspective, there is always the worry of theft, and rightly so. If trust is something to be earned, it’s not unreasonable to expect that of your professional house cleaner, too. This is one of the reasons why it is important to ensure that the company in question vets and hires recommended house cleaners such as Perth’s very own CleaningBest. 

On the other hand, you need to understand from the professional’s perspective what it means to have valuables lying around while they are cleaning your home. For starters, there is the risk of accidentally damaging a valuable item because it was not put away. Secondly, if a valuable is lost or misplaced, it is a common practice by homeowners to put the blame on the house cleaner. Therefore, professional cleaning technicians prefer that you secure valuables before they arrive to avoid such unfortunate and unfair circumstances.

5. Organise Important Documents/Bills

When you leave bills, documents or other important papers lying around with junk mail or old magazines, they might get misplaced while your Perth house cleaner is tidying up. In some cases, if one of these papers have fallen down, the cleaner might mistake it for trash and dispose of it while cleaning your floors.

To prevent any of the above scenarios from happening, organise your paperwork ensuring that nothing is left out of place or mixed with books and magazines on your coffee table. If you haven’t had time to do this before your house cleaner arrives, simply instruct them to leave the papers/documents as they are.

Going back to work, meeting/interacting with people, and sitting in a confined space with colleagues, all hit differently with the reality of our ‘new normal’. While Western Australia has done relatively well to keep the number of COVID-19 cases in the state low, other places like Victoria and New South Wales could not do the same. Nevertheless, for now, things seem to be under control in Perth, WA, but one can’t help but ask for how long?

The fact is that, like other Australian cities, Perth offices must have a set of cleaning guidelines to ensure that the premises are sterile and free of viruses at all times (it’s better to be safe than sorry). So, what are the top tips to keep your office safe during the COVID-19 pandemic? CleaningBest Perth is here to explain.

1. Clean, Disinfect, Repeat

In these times of a potential, dangerous virus lurking around wherever you go, basic office cleaning does not cut it. Without a daily disinfection routine in place, you will only have a clean looking office space, not a sterile one. 

If you don’t have the time to perform standard cleaning measures followed by sterilising each and every high-touch surface in the room, it is highly recommended that you hire a Perth office cleaning service to clean and sterilise the space on a daily basis. Bear in mind that disinfection of a large space is best left to a professional commercial cleaning service as opposed to doing it yourself; more often than not, DIY results are nowhere near as thorough and effective as those achieved by experienced professionals.

2. Make it Mandatory to Practice Optimal Hygiene

If you run an office, you need to set good examples and institute strict precautionary rules that encourage good hygiene. By now, we all know how important it is to wash our hands thoroughly and wear a mask in order to prevent contracting COVID-19 or passing on germs to someone else; however, there are other measures that must be taken in an office setting to ensure that it remains sterile even after you’ve had a Perth office cleaning service come in and do the needful. Take a look below:

• Sanitise hands before and after touching door knobs, bathroom surfaces, and kitchen appliances/surfaces.
• Use disinfectant wipes to wipe down your desk, equipment, and surrounding areas/objects (that you touch frequently) before you leave your workplace
• Avoid unnecessarily touching things or surfaces in the office
• Dispose of used tissues/napkins immediately
• Avoid leaving used coffee mugs or water glasses exposed 

3. Maintain Social Distancing

While it may not be possible to stay 6 feet apart from colleagues at all times, it is definitely advised. As mentioned earlier, Perth, WA has not had as many coronavirus cases as other cities in Australia and, even now, there are only few active COVID-19 cases recorded in the state. Still, when/if things are to suddenly change is anybody’s guess at this point; therefore, until one can be absolutely certain that the virus has been eradicated, such preventative measures in offices are here to stay. It should also be mentioned that the number of on-premise employees and/or clients must be kept to a minimum during this global pandemic. 

4. Improve Air Filtration

While hiring a professional office cleaning service in Perth, WA is your best bet to keep the space clean and sterile, remember that airborne viruses are best tackled by a reliable air filtration system and good ventilation. To help prevent viruses from spreading in the air in your office, the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of air filters must be numbered somewhere between 13 and 15. These types of air filters are generally used in areas of a hospital where patients with contagious infections are treated. To put it simply, if the MERV is on the higher side, this means that there are smaller holes in the filter and therefore, they are more effective at trapping pathogens.

In conclusion, with or without a raging global pandemic, the tips above are highly recommended among cleaning experts to keep viruses from spreading around your Perth office.

For quite some time now, home rentals have been competing with hotels, inns, motels, and other types of property for rent on a long-term or short-term basis. Along with many other benefits, it’s definitely a more economical option among travellers and renters, while homeowners are happy to make a little extra money on the side with this fast-growing home-sharing business. Speaking of which, Airbnb seems to be leading the pack with a well-established online presence, connecting people to homes for rent in almost every country in the world! The sheer convenience of using Airbnb is enough to make it the preferred choice when it comes to looking for accommodation to rent when vacationing or moving to a new city or country. 

Now, here comes the tricky part; as affordable and convenient as it may be to rent a property from their marketplace, it’s not unreasonable to question how clean your Airbnb rental is. After all, several people from various parts of the world may have stayed there before you. Determining whether or not homeowners measure up to a desirable standard in the house cleaning department is something no one should leave to chance, especially not in these times of a global pandemic. 

So, if you’re wondering whether you need to hire a holiday rental cleaning service before you stay in someone else’s house, here’s what you need to know first.

How to Find Out if Your Airbnb is Clean and Sterile

Under Airbnb’s Enhanced Cleaning Initiative Program, hosts must follow strict cleaning protocols if they want to receive good reviews and improve their listing. From a business perspective, many homeowners choose to go the extra mile in providing a clean and sanitary living space to rent, while others refrain from doing so. Unfortunately, in both cases, one can’t be too sure if proper measures have been taken by the host to ensure thorough and complete sterilisation of the property that goes beyond mere surface cleaning. Adding to that, COVID-19 has forced the home-sharing industry to follow safety protocols that ensure a minimum of 72 hours gap between the previous guest’s departure and new arrivals. 

One of the reasons why hosts choose to adhere to these measures set by Airbnb is due to the consequences that come with consecutive bad reviews left by renters with regards to cleanliness. One can be banned from Airbnb’s marketplace or penalised if guests complain about the lack of hygiene and cleanliness of the property with valid evidence to show.

So, to be absolutely certain that your new Airbnb rental home has received proper cleaning and sterilisation, ask hosts to show you proof of the same. Whether this comes in the form of a contract between the homeowner and a professional cleaning service that offers Airbnb rental cleaning, or video proof to support their claims, be sure to ask questions or, as they say, ‘grill’ the hosts before you decide to rent their property. 

Along with the above, checking Airbnb reviews of holiday rental homes is your best bet to learn about the property’s level of cleanliness and hygiene as told by people who have had firsthand experience of the same. All in all, the best way to find out if your Airbnb is clean and sterile is by doing thorough research, reading reviews, and contacting the host directly with a list of questions regarding how they clean their Airbnb rental home.  

The Importance of Having Your Airbnb Cleaned and Sterilised by Professionals

In order to cut down on expenses that contribute to maintaining a ready-to-rent listing on Airbnb, many hosts choose to clean and sanitise the property themselves. Well, at the risk of sounding too direct, the fact is that DIY cleaning is not nearly as effective as professional holiday rental cleaning. Apart from this, it is more reassuring to hire a Perth cleaning service for Airbnb rentals that you know of, as opposed to trusting one that was hired by the hosts; again, many homeowners look to cut costs and end up hiring the cheapest cleaning services in Perth who will do a less than satisfactory job. 

With that in mind, let’s look at some crucial reasons why travellers and renters should consider getting their Airbnb rental cleaned by a professional cleaning service of their choosing.

The Service Will Be Done to Your Satisfaction

When you choose to hire your own Airbnb rental cleaning service, you have the added benefit of supervising or overseeing the service as it is being done. This allows you to judge whether or not the place is cleaned and disinfected thoroughly or to your satisfaction.

Bacteria and Viruses Will Be Killed

Unlike basic cleaning which is typically what a DIY deep clean adds up to, a team of professional and experienced cleaners will abolish germs and potential viruses lurking around the house with the help of professional cleaning equipment and products. It should also be noted that reputable commercial cleaning services in Perth are skilled and experienced in using proper methods to safely clean and disinfect household surfaces during a virus outbreak such as COVID-19.

You Can Tailor the Service to Your Specific Needs

Well-established Airbnb rental cleaning services generally offer customised services to better suit one’s unique needs. For example, if you suffer from allergies or asthma, you will want to make sure that the upholstery is cleaned properly while the rest of the house is also free of dust and fine debris that may trigger allergies or attacks

It Saves Time and Gives You Peace of Mind

Instead of worrying and wasting time on trying to figure out whether your Airbnb rental is clean and sanitary, or taking matters into your own hands by wiping down surfaces with a disinfectant, the best and safest solution is to hire a holiday rental cleaning service in Perth, Australia to do the needful. Not only does this mean you won’t have to lift a finger to clean the space, but you will also have the peace of mind that your indoor surroundings are free of dust, dirt, bacteria, and viruses!

Is cleaning your home something that you thrive on or just another thing that overwhelms your day? If you’re in the latter category, follow these six tips to help take back some control.

1- One thing at a time

The bigger the task, the more insurmountable it can feel. If you’re even half as easily overwhelmed as I am then thinking about all the things that need to be cleaned and feeling like you have to get it all done at once just makes it too hard. It reaches that point that there is so much to do it’s hard to even know where to start. If you are plagued by this barrier to cleaning then stop looking at the big picture and break it down. Focus on one thing at a time and just do that.

You can create small habits that help. For example anytime you get up, get into the habit of looking for something that you can pick up and put it away.

You can also apply it to larger cleaning challenges by picking a small area and decide to just clean that spot. Once that’s done, move to the next spot. Don’t make plans beyond the spot you choose, just keep moving on to the next spot when and as you are ready to.

Give yourself easy to achieve rules that you can confidently achieve each day, whether it’s ensuring you do one load of washing, one pile of dishes, or vacuuming one room. As you build up your routines and confidence that you can get these things done, you can start to increase your load.

2- Beware of the gimmicks

Whether it’s a viral mantra, the latest gadget or the the trendiest hack, gimmicks aren’t always all they seem. Something that works really well for one person can just add to your own junk pile and make things even more overwhelming. Make sure you really understand a product, service, or personal checklist before you jump into it. There’s nothing worse than being discouraged because you feel like the promoted solution to your cleaning woes was just something else you failed in.

3- Prioritise

Life is about choices. While it can be tempting to just avoid cleaning altogether, it’s not really practical, or hygenic to do so.

Create a list of things that need to be done and put them in order of importance. Ensure you have a list of what is important on a daily basis (such as having clean dishes to eat from and clean underwear to wear) and what is important over longer periods (such as reorganising a storage closet that you’ve hidden all the textbooks that you need for next year in).

When you prioritise you give yourself the freedom to work through the less urgent tasks at a slower pace. This can help reduce the stress of feeling like everything needs to be done at once.

4- Get the right supplies

Having the wrong tools for the job not only makes the job more difficult, it can make it impossible. Having the right storage solutions is just as important as having the right cleaning products and supplies. Ensure your cleaning tools are easily accessible and you know when you need to replace them.

5- Know that it’s ok to get help

Sometimes it takes more than we can manage on our own. It’s ok to accept that. Don’t let some sense of pride that you should be able to do it all yourself, hold you back from recognising when and where you need some help. Sometimes it’s just a matter of getting a hand to get back on top of things. Other times getting external help to stay on top of the regular cleaning is needed so that you can focus on your own strengths and priorities.

6- Find the Cleaning Style that works for you

There is a lot of information available to us on the internet, and lots of different options presented when you talk to professionals. Different suggestions for how to organise, how to clean, checklists to use, and a wide range of products and materials. Be a sponge and soak in the information, then squeeze it out so that you are only retaining what works for you.

It can take time to find your cleaning groove, and to get the right balance between what you can do yourself, what you get help with, and what products, tools, and storage options really work for you.

Don’t despair if the first thing you try doesn’t work out, or if you need more help than you realised. Just take the next step and try again. You will figure it out, and you’ll feel much better for it.

Now just breathe and pick one simple thing to do now. Doesn’t that feel better already?

Hiring the right cleaner for your home can change your life for the better. Whether you are busy with family, focused on work, dealing with personal issues, or just wanting to enjoy the precious time you have for yourself. Those time consuming jobs that can make your house sparkle eat into your day and drain the energy that you’d rather put into your life.

Ignoring that clean up work is a solution many people try. Dust and grime build up in hidden corners. Slowly, without even realising it, the house just starts to look a bit shabby. They probably can’t even put their finger on why. That is, until their finger literally lands on a pile of dust on that barely used shelf in the corner.

This is where having a regular cleaner makes all the difference. Not only do they free up your time to focus on what you want to focus on, they remove the stress of needing to work out all the bits and pieces that need to be taken care of, and they keep your home looking fresh and pristine.

CleaningBest can make this positive change a reality for your home.