According to one recent survey, Americans spend around six hours each week cleaning their homes. However, one-third of homeowners still wonder if that’s long enough, and worry they’re not doing it correctly.

If you’re like most people, time is a luxury. What if you could reduce the number of hours you spend scrubbing and rinsing, but still get incredible, effective results?

Like the old adage says, the key is to work smarter, not harder. Today, we’re sharing seven of our best time-saving house cleaning tips that will free up space in your schedule for less work and more fun!

1. Declutter as You Go

We’ve all had those snow days when we decide to really hunker down and de-clutter the entire house. Then, we get to the third room and it’s already past noon, everyone’s hungry, and it feels like quitting time.

Instead of tackling everything all at once, make it a point to tidy up as you go. When you leave a room, check to see if there’s anything you need to take elsewhere. When everything has a designated place, it’s easier to notice when something’s awry.

If you have children, dedicate one good-sized basket to each one, and use that to stash their toys and extras you see lying around the house. At the end of the day, give each child their basket to put away. These steps might feel small while you’re doing them, but they can keep household clutter to a manageable level.

Then, when it’s time to do a deeper clean, the chore will suddenly seem a lot more doable.

2. Use the Right Products

Have you ever walked past a window that you just cleaned, only to notice a maddening array of streaks? We get it! When you spend time cleaning something, you want that time to count.

That’s why it’s smart to invest in the right products ahead of time. While it’s great to save money, look at more than the price tag when you’re comparing different products. Seek out reputable, well-reviewed brands with proven results.

These products might cost a little more up-front, but the trade-off is that they’re usually more potent, so you can use less with each application. This helps them last longer, which actually saves you money in the long term.

3. Pick a Task

Want a clean house fast? Instead of working from one room to the next, choose a general task and do it all over. For instance, you may decide that you’re going to dust on Tuesdays, or mop on Mondays.

When you do it this way, you don’t have to stop and start the same job repetitively. You’ll use the same supplies in each space and can put them away for good when you’re done.

4. Work From the Top Down

Gravity affects everything, including your household chores. Dust settles, and it goes straight to the floor once you stir it into the air. That’s why one of our top time-saving house cleaning ideas is to work from the top down!

In the kitchen, dust the top of your cabinets, followed by your countertops, and then your hardwoods. The same sequence applies to your bedroom, living room, and any other room in your house. Save the floors until the very last, even if it is the biggest space you have to clean.

5. Prep for Vacuuming

How many times do you have to turn off your vacuum just to move a small piece of furniture out of the way, or pick up a random pile? Those precious seconds add up, so add “prep before vacuuming” to your house cleaning checklist!

Move furniture out of the way, and remove any debris. Then, when you’re ready to vacuum, you can just zoom through and you’ll be done. As an added bonus, it also keeps your vacuum lines nice and neat!

While we’re on the topic of vacuuming, go ahead and buy one that will last. If you’re only buying one big one, look for a model that includes various attachments to perform different jobs, such as an extension rod for ceiling fans, or an upholstery brush for pet hair.

If your budget allows, you can also purchase a smaller, handheld vacuum for more tedious jobs, such as cleaning the stairs. This way, you don’t have to lug your heavy machine everywhere.

6. Dust With Microfiber

If you’re using the wrong products, dusting can just feel like moving dust around. That’s not the case with a damp, microfiber cloth. This fabric is designed to trap and hold onto dust, effectively removing it from nearly any surface.

Due to its absorptive properties, it’s best not to soak the rag before you use it. Instead, hold it by a corner and lightly spritz it with water. It should be damp enough to pick up dust, but not so wet that it leaves streaks behind.

7. Hire a Maid

Of course, we couldn’t complete our list of time saving cleaning tips without mentioning the easiest one! While there are all kinds of tricks to help you speed up this process, it goes much faster if you let a professional take the reins.

At Hubbard’s Maid Service, we offer a variety of house cleaning services, including:

  • Top to bottom cleaning
  • Maintenance cleaning
  • Vacant home cleaning
  • Laundry packages
  • Office cleaning

Our experienced experts know how to clean every surface and room in your home, using top-of-the-line tools and techniques. When you trust us to take care of your special spaces, you can enjoy your free time and come home to a sparkling house!

Try These House Cleaning Tips Today

A clean home feels peaceful and bright. Yet, it can take quite a bit of elbow grease to get there! Chances are, you already have a packed schedule, so it helps to keep these house cleaning tips in mind before you start!

While all of these ideas can help you get the job done quicker, we’re here to do the job for you.

You can trust our team to take care of everything from start to finish. Since 2004, we’ve provided cleaning services throughout the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Request a quote today to learn more and get an estimate!