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
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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
Getting Your Home Ready for Your Vacation
Ironically, getting ready to go on vacation can be really stressful. Aside from figuring out how not to over-pack, Prescott Maid to Order offers these suggestions to help Prescott homeowners leave the house relaxed, worry-free and ready to have some fun. Clean No one ever wants to come home from a beautiful, relaxing and fun vacation to a mess. A dirty house is no one’s idea of “welcome home.” It’s not necessary to perform a spring cleaning ritual before you leave, but every room should be … [Read more...] about Getting Your Home Ready for Your Vacation
Cleaning Up After the Shutdown
This has certainly been a year we will all remember. We have witnessed difficult times for students, families, businesses and our community. Unfortunately, we have lost some small businesses that just couldn’t survive. However, we have hope that the future can still be bright. Last month, we started witnessing things opening back up and a transition from “stay at home” to “practicing healthy and safe procedures.” Kids have been home for a few months and stores, restaurants and businesses have … [Read more...] about Cleaning Up After the Shutdown
Disinfect Your Home to Prevent Illness
The recent outbreak of the coronavirus has gotten us all thinking more seriously about what we can do to protect ourselves and our families. Your own home is a good place to start. Here are some tips on how to best protect your home from germs and contaminants. If you have someone in the home that is ill, make sure to clean all the surfaces that person touches. The flu virus can live on hard surfaces for 24 hours, so make sure surfaces are disinfected often during the illness. Even if you are … [Read more...] about Disinfect Your Home to Prevent Illness
Preparing Your Home for Sale
If you’re selling your home, you want to make sure the first impression a prospective buyer has is a good one. Putting your home on the market requires a bit more than normal daily or weekly cleaning. You will want to go above and beyond your regular cleaning routine. Buyers automatically look for or see things that give them an impression that the home has been well cared for. That immediate first impression is key in the feeling that a prospective buyer gets about your … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Home for Sale
Learning to Love What is Good for You
The New Year often brings resolutions. Things you say you WANT to do, but haven’t wanted to do badly enough to do before now. Lets face it, just because it is a new year doesn’t mean we are miraculously going to change everything after the fireworks are done. I heard on a radio program a statement that has resonated with me. It is, “Learn to love what is GOOD for you.” We often do what we feel we are obligated to do, what we are mandated to do, what someone else tells us we should do, what our … [Read more...] about Learning to Love What is Good for You