Cleaning

House cleaning is not fun, but it has to be done. From daily tidy-ups to weekly scrubbing and the ever-popular annual spring cleaning, the hassles of maintaining a clean home are never-ending.

Many people are happy or willing to do this job themselves, but some hire professional house cleaners to do get the tough stains out. It's always smart to get at least three quotes from a local house cleaner near you in order to ensure you are getting a fair market value. Not every cleaning service charges the same way and it's good to find a company that fits the needs of the house or area to be cleaned.

In some cases, a specialty cleaner may be required. Professionals that clean carpets, floors, windows, roofs, pavement, and other areas of the home should be evaluated on their own instead of with regular home cleaners. In order to find the best services for the job, it's smart to read reviews and check ratings before hiring any local cleaner to work in a home. Angi provides real reviews and ratings of professional cleaning services in your area.

HOUSE CLEANING - DIY TO MAIDS

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CARPET CLEANING

What to Know Before Hiring a Carpet Cleaner
When your carpet has seen better days, it's time to look into hiring a carpet cleaner
How to Clean Carpet Like a Pro
17 Go-To Questions You Should Ask a House Cleaning Service
14 Tips for Getting Rid of Pet Hair Around Your Home

The Best Ways to Revive a Matted or Flattened Carpet
Fluff up worn-out carpet to make it look new again
P.U.! How to Get Pet Urine Smells Out of Your Carpet
Who let the dogs out—and onto your rug
Smelly Cat, Smelly Cat: How to Get Rid of Cat Pee Smell in Your Home
When your feline friend has an accident, you don’t have to live with the stinky smell
6 Steps to Clean Oriental and Persian Rugs at Home
Your Oriental rug requires careful cleaning to keep it in pristine condition as it is a unique, one-of-a-kind statement piece
10 Tips for Disinfecting Your Bathroom
Disinfecting your bathroom doesn’t have to be a big chore
Take the Plunge: How to Remove Rust Stains From Your Toilet With a Pumice Stone
Pumice stones aren’t just for pedicures
17 Go-To Questions You Should Ask a House Cleaning Service
Don't leave anything unanswered
How to Get Laundry Detergent Out of Your Carpet
You can remove stubborn laundry detergent stains from carpet with just a couple hours and a few household items
How to Clean Outside Windows Like a Pro
See things clearly again
6 Surprising Ways to Use Vinegar Around the House
Save money and time by taking advantage of viengar's incredible versatility in the home
10 Home Cleaning Myths That Are Muddying the Waters
Not every hack you’ve heard of passes muster
How to Blot Out Ink Stains From Your Carpet in 7 Easy Steps
Because your rug shouldn’t look like a Rorschach test
How to Clean Hairspray Buildup on Bathroom Surfaces
Your hairstyle should make a fashion statement, not a mess of your bathroom
How To Deep Clean Your Kitchen
One of the best ways to knock out germs, dirt, and fingerprints on counters, cabinet handles, and other surfaces is through a kitchen deep cleaning.
How To Eco-Friendly Air Fresheners
Store-bought air fresheners may contain formaldehyde and benzene (a carcinogen), which are both toxic to humans. In fact, the EPA estimates that indoor air is 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor, in part because of the use of cleaning products like air fresheners. Keep these toxins out of your hous...
How To Create Homemade Disinfectant Spray
It's not the most pleasant topic, but germs are pretty common around the house. To prevent illnesses and bacteria from spreading to you and your family, it's important to disinfect liberally. This homemade disinfectant recipe was developed by a food scientist at Virginia Tech to remove salmonella fr...
How To Clean Your Vacuum
A dirty vacuum will actually create more work for you because it spreads dirt around instead of sucking it up. Clean your vacuum once a year (or every six months if you're a vacuum fiend) to keep it in peak condition. Not only will you have to work less during each cleaning session, but your vacuum ...
How To 5 Things to Do Before You Go Out of Town
Your house doesn't need as much attention as a pet or a child, but it does need some consideration before it's left alone for an extended period of time. By crossing off a few quick tasks, you can make sure your house is protected against damage, burglary and bad smells while you're out of town.
How To Clean and Disinfect Your Kitchen Trash Can
If your kitchen trash can is left to its own devices, it'll quickly become one of the dirtiest and smelliest items in your home. The whole –trash-whiff" blast every time you throw something away isn't fun, but that isn't the worst part. A dirty trash can will also increase the risk of germs and bact...
How To Clean Your Window Tracks with Q-Tips and Vinegar
Window tracks are good at two things: 1.) Making it possible to open a window. 2.) Collecting insect corpses. It's a nasty reality, and it'll gross people out if they see it. Here's an easy way to clean up the dirt and insect...stuff from your window sills.