Remember Danny Tanner on the sitcom “Full House”? He always had a sponge and a bottle of cleaning solution handy, and he seemed almost giddy whenever he spotted a mess that required his expert cleaning skills. The show’s writers and actors got many laughs of out Danny’s excessive cleanliness over the years-because they understood that […]
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There are a lot of pluses to renting an apartment, condo, or home. If the pipes burst or the furnace breaks down, your property owner usually pays for the expense. If you need a change of scenery, you don’t have to go through the hassle of putting a house on the market-you can simply decide
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No doubt about it: keeping your house clean is an uphill battle. Not long after sorting the mail, you find bills and letters piled up on the kitchen table. After washing load after load of laundry, you spot three pairs of socks stuffed under the couch. Even though you’ve canceled your subscriptions, you still haven’t
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One minute you have a sparkling clean house, and the next minute it’s overcrowded with stuff. Things. Junk. To avoid becoming a candidate for a show like Hoarders, you’ll want to get rid of that unnecessary baggage that’s doing nothing but crowding your home. So, what should you get rid of first? And how do
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As you’re cleaning and organizing your home, a garage sale not only helps you get rid of unneeded items, but also makes you some extra cash. But putting on a garage sale does take some doing. Here are some tips to make your garage sale go as smoothly and successfully as possible. Decluttering Whether you’re
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As the temperature rises during the spring and summer months, many people like to go outdoors and soak up the sun. Swimming pools are filled with children, and the smell of flowers fill the air. For many, this the most anticipated and exciting time of the year. But if you suffer from seasonal allergies, the
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Including children in maintaining their home and helping the family is important to their development into responsible, successful adults. Plus, it takes a few chores off your list! Choose Age Appropriate Chores One of the biggest mistakes you can make with a chore chart is giving your children chores that are too difficult for them.
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Moving. It’s a complicated, scary word. Sure, you’ll be happy with the change eventually, but getting all of your stuff to your new place in one piece, without losing anything, is stressful. It’s a big job and can seem overwhelming. But don’t worry. With these helpful tips, you can simplify the process. 1. Plan Ahead
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It’s summertime again, which means that you’re going to collect your coats, hats, gloves, and scarves, and you’re going to shove them into a closet where they won’t see the light of day until October or November. They’ll come out smelling musty and gross afterward, but at least you’ll enjoy their absence during the summer.
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Remember that great New Year’s resolution you made to be more organized in 2014? If your to-do list is buried under a stack of junk in your study, McMaid can help, particularly if other resolutions relate to house cleaning. McMaid’s professionally trained cleaning teams help get your home tidy so you can concentrate on your
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