Home Cleaning

Home cleaning covers everything from routine dusting and vacuuming to deep scrubbing kitchens, bathrooms, and floors. Whether you need weekly upkeep or a thorough seasonal refresh, keeping your space clean supports both comfort and health. From move-out cleans to tackling stubborn grime, there's a lot to consider. Angi helps you find the right pro for the job and offers guidance to keep your home looking its best.

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Home Cleaning Articles and Advice
Lydia Schapiro  •  Jul 10, 2026
6 Surprising Ways to Use Vinegar Around the House
Vinegar is a staple salad dressing ingredient, but it’s actually quite a versatile cleaning agent. There are numerous surprising ways to use vinegar around the house that will save you time and be easier on your wallet—learn how here.
Kate Fann  •  Jul 10, 2026
9 Essential Tips for Getting Rid of Sour Smells in Your House
Sour smell in your house? From pets to trash, it’s inevitable that weird odors will pop up from time to time. Use these tips to get rid of and prevent stinky smells.
Bry'Ana Arvie  •  Jul 10, 2026
How to Disinfect Your Child’s Toys
Keeping your kids’ toys germ-free can feel stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’ve always placed this task on the backburner or if you need a refresher, this guide will teach you how to clean and disinfect every toy type.
Mariel Loveland  •  Jul 10, 2026
5 Ways to Use Lemon Juice to Brighten Your White Laundry
Lemon is a cleaning powerhouse. Washing white clothes with lemon juice is a one-way ticket to a brighter load of laundry, and we’ll show you how to make it happen.
Paige Bennett  •  Jul 10, 2026
The Go-to Guide for House Cleaning Etiquette
You’ve hired a professional house cleaning service. Now what? Find out how to prepare for the first visit, what to tip, how to leave a review, and the answer to one of the biggest questions—should you stay home or leave to get out of the way?
Sharon Brandwein  •  Jul 9, 2026
10 Additional Cleaning Services You Can Ask For and How Much They Cost
From washing walls to deep cleaning carpets, house cleaners offer plenty of additional cleaning services that you may not realize.
Rachel Hoffman  •  Jul 9, 2026
How to Clean Brass: 7 Simple Ways
Over time, brass items can start to look dull, dirty, and tarnished. Learn how to clean brass to restore its lustrous glow and extend the life of your items.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Jul 9, 2026
When You Should Use Hot or Cold Water for Stains
From the curtains to the couch, should you use hot or cold water for stains? Let's talk about the stain-removing rules for each and the reasons behind them.
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Common Home Cleaning Questions

Yes, many professional cleaning services include mold and mildew removal using safe, non-toxic solutions.

Avoid using abrasive cleaning tools, as these can damage your paint and leave marks behind. It’s also wise to avoid dyed sponges as fabrics, which may deposit some of their color as you clean. Lastly, as you're cleaning, be sure to swap out your water often so you don’t have any lingering marks or dullness from dirty water.

While you can clean memory foam, it should not go through a washing machine or be soaked in water. Always clean memory foam according to the tag's instructions. That said, many memory foam items come with removable covers that can be machine washed.

Yes, many professionals offer ultrasonic cleaning for thorough, chemical-free results.

Clean high-traffic areas such as kitchen surfaces, bathroom surfaces, and bedding once per week. Deep clean other areas every three months to a year. How you use a space can help you figure out how often it should be cleaned, with areas where eating, bathing, and food prep occur getting the most frequent attention.