How to Keep Your Home Clean Between Visits

🏡 How to Keep Your Home Clean Between Visits

At Dol’s House Cleans, we know how good it feels to walk into a cleaned home — calm, tidy, and stress-free. But what about those days in between our visits, when life gets busy and the mess starts to creep back in?

Here are some simple habits to help you keep things sparkling until our next visit.

1️⃣ Start the Day Right
A five-minute tidy in the morning can set the tone for the day. Make the bed, open the windows, and pop things back where they belong. It’s a small effort that makes a big difference to how your space feels.

2️⃣ Wipe as You Go
Spills and splashes are easier to deal with straight away than later on. Whether it’s toothpaste on the sink or crumbs on the counter, a quick wipe now saves scrubbing later. Keep a few microfibre cloths in the kitchen and bathroom. They’re your best friends for everyday upkeep.

3️⃣ Do the Daily Basics
You don’t need to deep clean every day, but keeping up with the essentials helps prevent build-up:

A quick hoover or sweep of high-traffic areas
Empty bins regularly
Load or unload the dishwasher after meals
Little routines like these make your next clean faster and even more effective.

4️⃣ One Room at a Time
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when the whole house feels messy. Focus on one space at a time — even just ten minutes can make a room feel fresh again. The sense of progress keeps you motivated.

5️⃣ Declutter as You Go
Clutter attracts dust and makes cleaning harder. Suppose you notice items you no longer use or need, pop them in a donation bag. The less “stuff” around, the cleaner and calmer your home will feel.

6️⃣ Finish the Day Fresh
Before you relax for the evening, do a quick reset — fluff the cushions, wipe the table, and clear away the day’s clutter. You’ll thank yourself in the morning.

✨ A clean home is easier to maintain when you build small, simple habits into your daily routine. Between our visits, these tips will help you keep your home feeling tidy, organised, and comfortable.

Ready for your next deep clean from Dol’s House Cleans?