Homeowner Resources & Cleaning Advice

Cleaning Tips & Home Care Hub

Here you’ll find **real, step-by-step guides, tips, and cleaning strategies** tested by A+ Cleaning Services. These tips help Parker & Lone Tree families keep their homes clean and manageable between professional visits.

1. The 15-Minute Daily Reset (Our #1 Tip for Busy Families)

This routine is designed to stop your home from getting away from you. It keeps dishes, clutter, and floors under control. **Set a 15-minute timer** — no more, no less.

Step-by-Step Routine:

  • 2 minutes: Clear kitchen counters + put dishes in the dishwasher.
  • 3 minutes: Wipe kitchen surfaces with a simple multi-surface cleaner.
  • 2 minutes: Pick up items from living room & return them to their home.
  • 3 minutes: Quick sweep/vacuum high-traffic floors.
  • 2 minutes: Reset bathroom counters (wipe + put items away).
  • 3 minutes: Walk the house with a laundry basket collecting random items.

This routine is **not** deep cleaning — it’s maintenance. When clients use this routine, they get **far more value** from their professional cleanings.

2. How to Prepare for Your Professional Cleaning

You don’t need to clean before we arrive — but a little preparation helps us focus on deep cleaning instead of tidying.

What to Do Before Cleaners Arrive:

  • Put away laundry, toys, and personal items so surfaces are accessible.
  • Clear kitchen counters of excess clutter.
  • Secure pets or let us know how to handle them.
  • Provide access instructions (codes, lockbox, etc.).
  • Run your dishwasher so we can clean around the sink area.

**Do NOT** deep clean before we arrive — that’s what you’re paying us for.

3. How Much Does House Cleaning Cost in Parker & Lone Tree?

On average, homes in Parker & Lone Tree pay:

  • $150–$190 for weekly service
  • $180–$240 for bi-weekly service
  • $220–$350 for monthly service
  • $350–$650+ for deep cleaning
  • $450–$850+ for move in/move out services

Larger homes (3,000–5,000+ sq ft) tend to be on the higher end because they require more detail work and more labor hours.

4. Room-by-Room Cleaning Tips You Can Use Today

Kitchen

  • Keep a **sink of hot soapy water** during meal prep to avoid buildup.
  • Wipe stovetop spills immediately — dried spills take 4x longer.
  • Once a week, clean microwave: heat a bowl of water + lemon for 2 minutes and wipe.
  • Use a dedicated stainless steel cleaner for streak-free appliances.

Bathroom

  • Run the fan 20 minutes after showering to prevent mildew.
  • Keep a squeegee in the shower — 10 seconds prevents soap scum buildup.
  • Use vinegar + water on shower glass for a streak-free shine.
  • Disinfect light switches and door handles weekly.

Living Room

  • Use baskets for clutter: one for kids’ items, one for general pickup.
  • Dust top-to-bottom: ceiling fans → shelves → surfaces → floors.
  • Vacuum under cushions weekly to prevent dust allergies.
  • Use a microfiber cloth — paper towels leave streaks behind.

Bedrooms

  • Change sheets weekly to reduce dust mites.
  • Use drawer dividers for kids’ clothing categories.
  • Vacuum under the bed monthly — dust collects fast.
  • Keep a “donate bin” in each closet to reduce clutter long-term.

5. Colorado-Specific Cleaning Tips (Parker & Lone Tree)

Colorado homes deal with **dust, mud, snow, and sun** differently than other states.

  • Mud Room Strategy: Use two mats — one outside, one inside — to stop mud spread.
  • Hard Water: Keep a vinegar spray bottle in the shower for weekly spot cleaning.
  • Dust Control: Replace HVAC filter every 30–45 days in Parker due to dry air.
  • Pet Hair: Rubber squeegees remove dog hair better than vacuums on couches.

6. Pets, Kids, Allergies & Real-Life Mess Tips

If You Have Pets

  • Brush your pet every 2–3 days to reduce fur by 60%.
  • Launder dog beds weekly — they trap odor fast.
  • Squeegee pet hair off carpets before vacuuming.

If You Have Kids

  • Use color-coded bins for “quick cleanup” routines.
  • Assign kids 5-minute nightly pickup zones.
  • Keep cleaning wipes in bathrooms for quick messes.

If You Have Allergies

  • Vacuum floors 3x per week (carpets trap allergens).
  • Wash bedding in hot water weekly.
  • Use a HEPA filter vacuum for best results.

7. Printable Checklists & Resources

Prefer a structured plan? Download our free checklists:

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These tips help keep your home manageable — but nothing replaces a detailed, professional clean.

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