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Household cleaning tips: Four types of cleaning products you probably don't need and one that everyone needs.

Some cleaning products are great in special settings but just aren't that useful around the house. In fact, they are usually a waste of money unless you have a special need. Here they are. 1. Antibacterial sprays and soaps These products belong in hospital operating rooms, not in your home. Save your money unless there is some sort of bacteria in your house. Stay with plain old soap and water. 2. Furniture cleaner, polish, wax or oil If your wood furniture has a polyurethane finish, it only needs dusting. Wipe prints etc. with a damp but not wet cloth. If you're not sure what kind of finish is on your table or furniture, test with a bit of nail polish remover on a cotton ball in an inconspicuous place. If the cotton softens or sticks to the finish, you may need a cleaner, polish, wax or oil. 3. Drain cleaners If your drain is stopped up first try the good old plunger. If that doesn't work pour a half cup of baking soda, followed by a half cup of white vinegar down

House Cleaning Business is Booming.

January 5, 2019 Experts s this will be a boom year for both new and experienced house cleaning/office cleaning / and janitorial companies. Due to a lowering of the unemployment rate, homeowners and business owners have more money in their pockets and less time on their hands to take care of their own cleaning needs. The demand is only going to increase as we go through the year, many industry insiders say. House Cleaning Business is Booming. House Cleaning As the year progresses, more people are back at work and they are working longer hours. They just do not have the time to tend to their own cleaning needs . Typically, the needs of the homeowner are very straightforward. They want their floors vacuumed, their furniture dusted, and most of all they want general tidying up done. However, starting the business and building a solid customer base isn't always as straightforward. "It's not as easy as buying a vacuum cleaner and expecting customers to flock to you.&q

How to Start A House Cleaning Business In 7 Simple Steps

How to Start A House Cleaning Business… …In 7 Simple Steps One of the main reasons people start businesses is to make money. For some, it's a blessing to make money doing something they love. I'm not saying that you have to love house cleaning in order to have a successful house cleaning business; however, it would be a good idea if you didn't hate it. How much money you make depends on how big you want your business to be. It could be a one-person operation where you set up at home and service areas close to home, or you could set up a commercial office and hire people to work for you. Here are 7 simple steps to get you started on your own house cleaning business. 1) Decide exactly what kind of house cleaning services you will offer.  Here you decided what cleaning you will do, like making beds, vacuuming, mopping and waxing floors, dusting and so on. Also note that you won't do, e.g. laundry. You can also decide to specialize, e.g. by cleaning carpets

Cleaning Tips for First-Time Dads

Move over, moms. You're not the only ones taking time off work to take care of a new baby. According to Oxygen/Markle Pulse, 70 percent of women and 63 percent of men agree that it is important for a father to take parental leave for at least two weeks following the birth of a child.  But Dads, don't make the mistake of thinking this time off is a vacation. Mom and baby will soon make you think otherwise. If you¡¦re not a pro diaper changer, relax, you soon will be. And if you¡¦re not great at housework, take heart, practice makes perfect and the following tips will get you on your way.  Vacuum the house for your wife to give her back a break. Remember to vacuum your way out of a room by starting in the far corner and working toward the door. Keep your little one from inhaling cleaning fumes. When cleaning, spray the product directly onto a cloth, then wipe the surface. Soap scum is the ultimate workout! Work on those bulging biceps while scrubbing the tub clean. Use a Dobi