While taking a walk last month on the trails at Watson Lake, I looked all around at the dark, cloudy skies and the barren cold trees. As I looked at little closer, there was a hint of green on the very tips of the Cottonwoods. Could it be? I examined the trees up close, and sure enough, there they were, little green sprouts on the ends of the branches. Well, it was March after all, and the first day of spring was March 20. As do many people, I absolutely love spring. Everything is so fresh and … [Read more...] about Making Your Home Clean for Spring
Lucy Leyva
Making Life Better
Our March ad theme is “A Clean Home Makes Life Better.” This last year has been so hard on so many of us. It literally has changed lives. Not all the changes are negative, however. Some people actually mention positives that have come out of this dark cloud we have all been experiencing. I go into people’s homes and hear the stories of how things are different. Grandparents miss their grandkids, children miss their friends, and the daily routines have been affected. Many have lost or changed … [Read more...] about Making Life Better
Tips to Show Your Home Some Love
Here we are again. This Valentine’s Day month is a good time to show a little love to your home. People are feeling isolated and a little worried this year. If we need to stay home more, we should at least enjoy our surroundings. I’m not talking about a renovation project, but rather, lots of little things that you can do to spruce up and “show the love” to your home. Some of the simplest tasks can make a huge difference in the look and feel of your home and do not have to be expensive. Here are … [Read more...] about Tips to Show Your Home Some Love
Is It Safe to Have House Cleaners in Your Home During the Pandemic?
There are so many questions regarding what is safe and what should be avoided during this pandemic. One of the constants is to keep things clean and disinfected. So, the question that some people have is, “Is it safe to have my house cleaners in my home?” There is no guarantee that anyone coming into your home is COVID-free, however, you need to weigh the pros and cons and ask several questions. First, determine whether or not you are able to keep your home clean and disinfected. It is a fact … [Read more...] about Is It Safe to Have House Cleaners in Your Home During the Pandemic?
Making Homes Shine with Maid to Order
Lucy Leyva has always been intent on making her mark. Ironically, the business she owns and operates gets paid for removing any marks. Leyva, a Prescott Valley resident, owns and operates Prescott Maid to Order, a cleaning business that does both residential and commercial cleaning in the Quad Cities area. In 2005, she started the business by cleaning one house and taught herself every aspect of what it took to be successful. “I didn’t know how to run a business,” Leyva said. “I didn’t … [Read more...] about Making Homes Shine with Maid to Order
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
These are unprecedented times and we probably find ourselves second-guessing ourselves. Should I stay home? How about the relationships I have with friends and family? Isn’t my emotional health as important as my physical health? How can I bridge the gap between safety and sanity? What can I do to be responsible but still enjoy my life and make the best of these very strange times? Staying healthy is of the utmost importance right now. Our physical strength, our immune system and our … [Read more...] about Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Fall Allergies: Could Your Home Make You Sick?
As the weather starts to turn colder and the leaves begin to fall, we start closing up our homes to keep the cold out and the heat in. Many people start to notice allergies flaring up in the fall because of various allergens in the air such as ragweed and mold spores. Often, what feels like a “change of season” cold is actually allergies that present themselves with the same symptoms as the common cold. These symptoms include, but are not limited to, cough, itchy eyes, sore throat, sneezing and … [Read more...] about Fall Allergies: Could Your Home Make You Sick?
Getting Your Home Ready When Moving In or Out
It is a no-brainer that tenants care about the condition of the property they are going to be renting. Prescott Maid to Order provides some tips on the most important areas to clean before the new tenants move into your Prescott rental home. All tenants want to rent a property that is clean. Landlords often find it very challenging to have proper cleaning done after a tenant moves out. There is a need for quick turnaround to get the property ready to put on the rental market. Many tenants … [Read more...] about Getting Your Home Ready When Moving In or Out
Moving In, Moving Out
One of the hardest things that most of us go through several times in our lives is moving. We have to uproot everything, try to organize and move our whole lives to another location. It is physically and emotionally exhausting. I’ve heard many people tell me, “I’m NEVER moving again!” When I go into a house to do an estimate for a move-out cleaning, often people will mention, “It should be easy, everything is out.” It does make things easier for cleaning when there is nothing in the house and … [Read more...] about Moving In, Moving Out
Preparing Your Home for Monsoon Season
It’s that time of the year: when we get the moisture we need and beautiful sunsets each night. Many people here love the monsoon season, which typically begins in early- to mid- July and lasts until about September. The monsoons can, however, create some concerns. Mold and mildew can create health issues and additional dirt, debris and germs that enter our homes can cause us trouble down the line. Here are a few tips to help us stay safe and healthy this summer monsoon season. Wash your … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Home for Monsoon Season