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The Secret to Stress-Free Travel? Booking a Pre-Vacation Cleaning

Posted on June 17, 2025 by maidbrigade - About Us, Seasonal

Imagine this: You’re on a plane, sipping something bubbly, scrolling through your vacation playlist. The bags are checked, your out-of-office is on, and your biggest concern is whether to start with the beach or the pool. You’re completely relaxed and not once have you thought about the pile of laundry or the crumbs under the couch back home. Why? Because you scheduled a pre-vacation cleaning with Maid Brigade.

June 18 is National Wanna Get Away Day, and it’s the perfect reminder to prioritize what matters: making space for joy, adventure, and, yes, peace of mind. With your cleaning taken care of before takeoff, your vacation can start the moment you lock the front door.

Stress-Free Travel Begins With a Scheduled Cleaning

Vacations are supposed to be restorative, but all too often they’re bookended by stress. Between packing, planning, and chasing down passports, the last thing you want on your to-do list is mopping the floors. Here’s what a pre-vacation clean can do for you:

Free Up Mental Space

Planning a trip requires dozens of decisions, big and small. From booking flights to finding a pet sitter, your brain is already in overdrive. Handing off the cleaning gives you one less thing to worry about so you can stay focused on your itinerary, your loved ones, and your well-deserved time away.

Start Relaxing Before You Leave

It’s hard to get excited about a getaway when you’re surrounded by clutter and dust bunnies. A clean home sets the tone for a smooth send-off. When you know everything is fresh and in order, you can fully embrace that pre-vacation buzz instead of scrambling to tidy up the night before.

Return to a Fresh Start

Coming back from a trip often means facing a mountain of laundry, unopened mail, and a to-do list that seems to have multiplied. But when you walk into a clean home, you get a soft landing. There’s no urgent cleanup waiting, just a peaceful space that makes it easier to shift back into your day-to-day routine.

Pre-Vacation Cleaning: Where Your Home Needs it Most

Not sure where to focus your energy (or your cleaning crew) before you leave? These areas tend to make a huge difference, and Maid Brigade’s cleaning experts are equipped to handle them all:

Kitchen and Fridge

Clear out perishables and wipe down surfaces so you don’t return to funky smells or mystery spills. A fresh-smelling kitchen makes a world of difference, and coming home to clean countertops and an empty trash can just feels like home.

Bathrooms

Nothing ruins post-vacation bliss like a grimy sink or a sour-smelling towel. Cleaning your bathrooms before you go means you can enjoy a fresh, hotel-like vibe when you return. Think sparkling faucets, fresh towels, and no toothpaste blobs in sight.

Floors and Entryway

These areas collect dirt, dust, and pet hair faster than you think. Having them vacuumed and mopped before you go ensures a clean welcome when you walk through the door. Plus, it helps keep your home allergen-free while you’re away.

Laundry

Nobody wants to return from vacation with a suitcase full of dirty clothes and a full laundry basket. Getting caught up on laundry beforehand means you’re starting from zero when you return and have more space to unpack and get organized.

Bedding

Picture yourself coming home, throwing your bags in the corner, and sinking into freshly washed sheets. There’s no better feeling. A pre-trip bedding refresh helps your body rest after long travel days and eases your transition back into home life.
Check out our Pre-Vacay Checklist below for key cleaning items you don’t want to overlook before traveling:

Why Maid Brigade Is the Professional Cleaning Partner You Need Before Takeoff

Let National Wanna Get Away Day be your cue to ditch the cleaning stress and book that pre-vacation cleaning. Whether it’s a weekend road trip or a dream vacation abroad, you deserve to enjoy every minute. At Maid Brigade, we believe peace of mind should be part of every travel itinerary. Thanks to our exclusive PUREcleaning process, our cleaning professionals use non-toxic, eco-friendly products that are safe for your home and your family. So while you’re exploring the world, your space is being cleaned with care.

We understand the power of a clean space. It makes your house look good and it helps you feel good. That’s why our teams are trained to handle every nook and cranny with precision and purpose. We work around your schedule, prioritize your preferences, and make sure your home feels exactly the way you want it to when you return. Contact your local Maid Brigade before vacation season gets booked up!

Celebrate Dad With a Gift He’ll Actually Use: A Clean Home

Posted on June 10, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips, Seasonal

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach; however, what if it’s actually through a picture-perfect kitchen he didn’t have to worry about scrubbing or cleaning? Dads are taking on more and more household responsibilities, and it’s making us reconsider all the things that make men feel seen, happy, and supported as parents and caretakers.

Looking for a Father’s Day Gift That Actually Helps?

What’s a thoughtful Father’s Day gift for a dad who does it all? No matter what your family dynamic looks like, Maid Brigade is committed to making everyone’s life cleaner, easier, and more carefree. As Father’s Day approaches, remember that dad deserves a break, too, and scheduling a professional cleaning service can help ease the stress of being a busy parent. As far as we’re concerned, it’s the perfect Father’s Day gift.

The Rise of the Stay at Home Dad (SAHD)

Gone are the days when moms handled all the housework. In fact, one in five stay-at-home parents are now SAHDs. This suggests that dads are no longer afraid to roll up their sleeves and get things done – even if those things include scrubbing the baseboards or picking up the avalanche of toys their toddler left behind. We’re in the midst of a serious cultural shift, and we’re here to support it.

Source: Pew Research Center

Why a Clean Home is a Great Father’s Day Gift

Did you know that time, comfort, and peace of mind are three things you can give dad this Father’s Day? You can’t exactly package time in a box, nor can peace of mind be stuffed in a silly card, but these intangible items are the most valuable gifts of all.That’s why we recommend scheduling a professional cleaning service to take dad’s mind off the house for the weekend and all the weeks and months ahead.

Let’s face it: most Father’s Day gifts won’t make his life easier. They’re fun, thoughtful, or tasty (no complaints there), but they don’t take anything off his plate. A professional home cleaning service, on the other hand? Now that’s a break he’ll feel.

A visit from Maid Brigade can offer:

A chance to relax after a long day without eyeing that dusty baseboard
A cleaner, healthier environment for the whole family
One less chore on his already-full plate
A visible, meaningful gesture of appreciation

Whether he’s a full-time caregiver or the weekend warrior who’s always fixing, folding, or fetching, this is the kind of gift that says: You deserve to enjoy this home, too.

For Every Kind of Dad

You know those dad sighs that seem to mean, “I’ve had enough of today?” That’s the kind of sigh we want to help you avoid this Father’s Day, and we’re confident we can do it.

Maid Brigade’s services aren’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are the dads we serve. Think about the men in your life who would appreciate a little peace and cleanliness.

The stay-at-home dad who’s juggling kids, errands, and housework all day
The new dad running on fumes and formula
The retired dad who deserves to enjoy his golden years without chasing dust bunnies
The partner who’s been pulling double-duty while you’ve had a hectic schedule
The father-in-law who never lets guests lift a finger

No matter who you're celebrating, one thing’s for sure: a clean, quiet, stress-free home is a gift they’ll remember (and actually use).

Give the Gift of a Calm, Clean Home

We know your time is valuable, just like dad’s. That’s why Maid Brigade is committed to cleaning services that are thorough, safe, and designed to give your family the freedom to enjoy your space, not stress over it.

Unlike private cleaners or impersonal franchises, we bring:

Meticulous attention to detail
High-tech tools and eco-friendly, non-toxic products
Reliable scheduling and professional service
Flexible options from one-time cleanings to ongoing maintenance
Caring, respectful teams that treat your home like it’s their own

This Father’s Day, skip the last-minute gadget and give him something that lasts: a clean, calm home that feels as good as your appreciation for him. Book a cleaning to give dad the break he’s earned.

The 300-Hour Problem: Why Americans Spend So Much of Their Lives Cleaning

Posted on May 23, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips, Healthy Soul

It’s shocking, but true: The average American will spend 300-hours cleaning every year. That’s arguably enough time to learn a new language, master a new professional skill, or train for a major athletic event, but rather than spending those precious weeks building towards an exciting goal, you’re dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and worrying about whether or not your home is clean enough. What gives?

At Maid Brigade, we understand the importance of a regular cleaning schedule. We also understand how managing your cleaning schedule can be overwhelming, time-consuming, and misaligned with your dreams and priorities. Enter our professional cleaning services. Our teams can visit your home as often as every week, keeping cleaning tasks on track while you shift your focus to life’s more pressing demands.

Have you considered what your leisure time would look like if you didn’t have to clean? Well, we have! And we hope our latest blog can give you some inspiration. Explore all the ways professional cleaning can enrich your life and save you valuable time.

How Long Does It Take to Clean a House, Exactly?

For the average homeowner, it typically takes three to four hours to clean the entire house. Meanwhile, a professional cleaning team can tackle everything in half the time.
Take your life back by scheduling a whole-home cleaning service that resets the clock and takes cleaning totally off your plate. Keep reading for a closer look at what your time could look like if someone else was handling the various rooms in your home.

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Estimated Time to Clean Your Living Room: 30-60 Minutes

That’s 30-60 minutes you could spend catching up on the latest episode of your favorite TV show, getting the family together to play a board game, or enjoying a home workout class. Instead, you’re busy cleaning dog fur off the couch and ensuring every surface is sparkling and dust-free.

Hand this responsibility over to the professionals at Maid Brigade. We know your living room is likely the “heart” of your home, the place where everyone gathers to relax at the end of the day. That’s why we put so much energy and effort into cleaning it correctly. We also believe that the time you spend in this space should be calming and all yours, not determined by a stressful cleaning schedule you’re always scrambling to keep up with.

Estimated Time to Clean Your Bedroom: 20-60 Minutes

20-60 minutes is more than enough time to meditate, take a long, relaxing bath, or read 50 pages of that novel that’s been abandoned on your nightstand. Would you really rather spend those minutes fluffing pillows and chasing dust bunnies out from under the bed?

Leave all that to us. Your bedroom is your sanctuary, and we’re determined to keep it that way with cleaning solutions that tackle every single corner and crevice. You can breathe easy when your bedroom doesn’t need cleaning, and that’s exactly the kind of lifestyle we’re here to encourage. After all, you deserve the relaxation, fun, and mindfulness that will ultimately fuel a more present and connected life that you’re fully in charge of.

Estimated Time to Clean Your Bathroom: 20-45 Minutes

A quick, invigorating walk around the block or a fresh look at your latest creative project are great ways to spend 20-45 minutes. Scrubbing and sanitizing your bathroom? Not so much. And think about how that time stacks up when you have multiple bathrooms to clean. Suddenly, you’re looking at enough minutes (or hours) to learn a new language, practice an instrument, or hone some other life-enriching skill.

Entrust your toilets, showers, and tile floors to the experts at Maid Brigade. We know that a sparkling bathroom is more than just a welcoming sight. It’s also a welcome gap in your busy, hectic day.

Estimated Time to Clean Your Kitchen: 1-4 Hours

Just imagine what you could accomplish with that many hours: meal prep for the week ahead, putting together a scrumptious gourmet meal for your family, or perhaps taking a moment to call your friends. When you’re not busy scrubbing your countertops, cleaning the spaghetti sauce explosion in your microwave, or worrying about a ton of crumbs coating your floor, you’re free to explore a new world of food.
You focus on eating while Maid Brigade turns our attention to those crumbs and food stains. We sanitize your kitchen from top to bottom with non-toxic cleaning solutions. From your oven to your baseboards, we’re obsessed with leaving your space fresh and healthy so you can live your best life and eat all your meals in peace.

It’s More Than Just Cleaning. It’s Your Life!

Don’t let life pass you by. You can keep yourself busy with the whirlwind of your own chaotic cleaning schedule, or you can hand your troubles to the experts at Maid Brigade. We don’t just clean your home. We dream of seeing you succeed, and we like to imagine that scheduling a weekly, biweekly, or monthly cleaning can truly transform the way you spend your time and the way you live your life. What are you waiting for? Contact your local Maid Brigade to schedule your first service.

The Gift of Time: Give Mom a Cleaning-Free Weekend

Posted on May 5, 2025 by maidbrigade - About Us, Seasonal

Moms are often the busiest people we know. Their to-do lists are miles long, and those lists almost never include a checkbox for “rest and relaxation.” Whether they’re driving the kids to and from soccer practice or packing everyone’s lunches, moms are often focused on the little things, the essential household tasks that keep their families happy and healthy. Don’t they deserve some time off?

Maid Brigade certainly thinks so. Here’s how we see it: Shelves are getting dustier. The floor is super sticky. Even if moms can’t tackle every mess, they still notice dirt and grime building up. They likely wish they could grow a few extra arms or, better yet, pack even more hours into their already action-packed days and weekends.

That’s why one of the best gifts for mom this Mother’s Day weekend is a visit from professional cleaners. Maid Brigade may not be able to give mom extra arms, but we can give her valuable time back. Explore all the reasons a surprise cleaning (or, even better, a year-round home maid service) is the sweetest surprise for the sweetest person you know.

The Best Gift for Mom? A Sparkling Home

Turns out the best gifts for mom aren’t flowers, chocolates, or even jewelry. Just picture mom’s smile when she arrives home after our professional cleaners have scrubbed everything from top to bottom. That ear-to-ear grin you’re envisioning is all the evidence you need to schedule a cleaning service ASAP.

A clean home will certainly make mom’s entire weekend — but there are other benefits to consider as well:

The Cleaning’s On Our Clock (Not Mom’s)

True, time is intangible, but it’s also the most valuable gift you can give. The minutes and hours mom would otherwise spend cleaning can now be spent on fun activities like gardening, watching a movie, or relaxing with loved ones. Maybe she’ll decide to take a much needed nap. No matter how her extra hours are spent, a professional cleaning clears the way for leisure and newfound freedom.

And what would all that extra time look like if you scheduled a weekly, biweekly, or monthly home maid service? Regular visits from professional cleaners can help revamp mom’s schedule, giving her the ability to plan ahead and accomplish all the tasks and activities that typically get put on the back burner. For instance, instead of taking an hour to deep clean the kitchen, she can take an hour long yoga class!

Reduced Stress Levels

It’s no surprise that cleaning may not take priority in mom’s busy life. In fact, it may be a major source of stress. What if someone stops by and there are piles of unfolded laundry on the couch? What if those dirty dishes that are steadily stacking up are setting a bad example for the kids? A home maid service can help set these worries aside for the weekend, allowing mom to take a deep breath and enjoy Mother’s Day as it was intended.

The peace of mind we’re describing doesn’t have to be limited to a single weekend. All the anxiety mom typically experiences over the state of her home can be mopped, vacuumed, and swept away by the careful attention of our professional cleaners any time of year. Don’t make mom sweat the small stuff. Her home is a clean and beautiful representation of her life and family. She just needs a helping hand from the experts at Maid Brigade.

Improved Health

A clean home is a healthy home, and when professional cleaners like ours handle the details, you and mom can rest assured that common seasonal allergens and stuffy, stale air will be cleared. Plus, non-toxic cleaning solutions will leave every surface sparkling and safe. Mom’s health should be a top priority, and a healthy home is the foundation of a healthy life.

Give Mom the gift of quality time spent with you

Make Every Day Mother’s Day with Maid Brigade

Don’t let the magic of Mother’s Day fade as soon as the weekend is over. After all, the best gifts for mom are the gifts that keep on giving: more time, less stress, and an overall sense of health and well-being. And while these may not be the kind of flashy gifts mom can share and tag you in on social media, they will help your family create memories that will last forever.
What’s next? Contact your local Maid Brigade today to schedule a cleaning in time for Mother’s Day! We can accommodate special requests, and we can also clean mom’s home on a more regular basis to ensure she has the “fresh house feeling” she so deserves. Need a serious deep clean? We can do that, too! Just tell your local cleaning expert exactly what you’re looking for.

AI vs Human Cleaners: Can Smart Tech Really Replace Professional Cleaners?

Posted on April 24, 2025 by maidbrigade - About Us, Cleaning Tips

As we mentioned, robots don’t always get the job done right. Smart home technology is often better suited to managing thermostat settings, security camera footage, and other mundane tasks that make life easier. Cleaning, on the other hand, is not so simple:

Details Matter

You know those hidden corners and crevices that always seem to collect the most dust? Well, robot mops and vacuums likely aren’t capable of reaching and recognizing them all. Dusty shelves and window sills will also be completely out of reach for this type of technology, and when it comes to deep cleaning, you can’t depend on anything electronic to get your home sparkling again.

Flexibility Matters, Too

Unlike professional cleaners, smart cleaning tools can’t make seamless transitions between cleaning the different rooms in your house and tackling the unique challenges in each one. Can your robot vacuum scrub a toilet? Can it leave perfect vacuum lines in your bedroom carpet? We didn’t think so. Plus, major spills and messes will trip up even the most advanced robot cleaning device, leaving human hands to handle shattered glass, the grossness your pets leave behind, and other problems that should be cleaned quickly after they’ve happened.

Don’t Underestimate a Personal Touch

Any cleaning team that visits your home on a regular basis is bound to learn the quirks and peculiarities of your space, along with the special tasks and finishing touches that help you feel like your home is officially spotless. Professional cleaners can read the notes you leave and take your feedback into account rather than performing the repetitive, automated chores that smart cleaning tech has been programmed for.

Smart Cleaning Trends

Look, smart cleaning tech isn’t going to replace professional cleaners anytime soon. However, we think it’s worth staying on top of the latest AI cleaning trends that are redefining how people maintain their homes. Even the best cleaning team can’t monitor your home 24/7, and if you find yourself overwhelmed by the day-to-day upkeep of your environment, there are tools that can help ease your stress.

Here are a few examples of features we find useful:

Connectivity and Control: Using AI-powered features such as smart mapping, virtual boundaries, and voice commands, the cleaning devices you allow to roam free in your home while you’re away will continue to deliver better and better results. In fact, many robot mops and vacuums are accompanied by apps that put all the necessary controls and maintenance alerts in one convenient place. At work? Out running errands? In just a few clicks, your floors can be mopped or vacuumed clean — just not quite as clean as our teams could get them.

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Maid Brigade is only a phone call away. If you want to make changes to your cleaning schedule or request additional services, all you have to do is ask.

Automated Air Quality Management: Have you ever heard of a smart air purifier? In our modern age, these machines can now adjust their settings based on real-time air quality data, improving your home’s freshness and giving your health and well being a boost.

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Don’t forget that Maid Brigade’s HEPA-filtration vacuums can help you see 4x better air quality. And that’s just a standard feature of our cleaning process!

Eco-Friendly Capabilities: It’s true: the “green” settings on many smart cleaning devices are designed to conserve energy, water, or both, soothing your conscience and keeping your home in good shape between visits from your favorite local cleaner.

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This is your reminder that Maid Brigade’s only cleaning setting is “green.” With non-toxic electrolyzed water and a step-by-step system designed to conserve resources and sanitize your home, you can rest assured that your home (and the environment) are safe with us.

Clean Smarter, Not Harder. Rely on AI cleaning and robot devices for basic maintenance tasks between cleanings. Rely on Maid Brigade for the REAL work - custom cleanings, deep cleanings, and all the detailed tasks that make your home shine.

Maid Brigade Sends Professional Cleaners

Not robots. Our cleaners are experts in the techniques and attention to detail required to keep your home pristine. Real human hands and real human eyes are so much more powerful than AI, and it’s a lot less weird to say, “Thank you!” to a living, breathing cleaning team as they leave your house.
So, choose the real smart cleaning solution. Choose your local Maid Brigade!

Tipping Etiquette for House Cleaners: What You Need to Know

Posted on April 10, 2025 by maidbrigade - About Us, Cleaning Tips

Do you tip house cleaners? The short answer is “yes,” but the intricacies of tipping etiquette make the answer a little more complicated. If, when, and how much you tip is really up to you. As Maid Brigade general manager Sarah Bettey explains, “Tipping isn’t expected like it is in the restaurant industry, but if you feel that the team has done a fantastic job, you are more than welcome to reward them for that.” We estimate that about 20% of our regular customers give cash tips, while others request that their tip be included in the price of their cleaning.

If you’re preparing to hire professional cleaners for the first time, this sort of information may help you determine whether to tip, but we have even more advice for you on tipping etiquette. Consider this your comprehensive guide for tipping options and standards. Maid Brigade strives to give you a cleaning experience that inspires you and rejuvenates the spirit of your home, and if tipping is part of that experience, we want you to feel comfortable and confident doing so.

When to Tip

Do you tip house cleaners when they’re extra friendly? When they remember your dog’s name and give careful attention to those drapes that get extra dusty? This is where our assertion that tipping is “really up to you” comes in. Our cleaning teams seek to provide expert cleaning services that meet and beat your expectations every time, but the reality is that a “tip-worthy” cleaning experience is highly subjective. Here are a couple things to be mindful of:

Regular Cleaning Services

Whether your cleaning team comes once a week or once a month, a regular tip can communicate the appreciation and connection you feel to the wonderful individuals who clean your home. Regular clients typically receive visits from the same cleaning team each time, so you’re bound to see some friendly faces.

We also encourage you to hand tips directly to your cleaning team as they’re leaving, rather than leaving money in an envelope or on a random surface.This eliminates potential confusion and mix ups. “We want to make sure that [tips] land in the right hands,” Maid Brigade franchise owner Alan Walstad explains.

Handling the Holidays

Tipping etiquette often goes hand in hand with giving your cleaners a holiday bonus. Alan shares that “many of our regular clients prefer to just tip once a year and that might be near Christmas,” showing generosity and appreciation in a larger amount of cash that’s representative of 12 months of hard work and exceptional cleanings. The holiday season is typically full of good cheer and the giving spirit, so if it makes the most sense to tip during this time, go for it!

Tips vs. Additional Services

Some services that professional cleaners provide, such as changing bedsheets or cleaning the refrigerator, will need to be discussed with the person who schedules your service. Offering your cleaning team tips or any form of additional payment to perform tasks that aren’t included in your initial cleaning agreement is not the right way to upgrade your service. Our advice? Just call and ask! We want you to be satisfied with the look and feel of your home, and we’re happy to adjust how we’re tackling your cleaning.

How to Tip — And How Much

Sarah says that $10 per maid or 10% of the total cleaning bill are standard tipping amounts. This may vary depending on where you live or the overall cost of your cleaning, but it’s definitely worth considering if you’re sitting down to calculate how much to tip. You should aim to be generous but not over generous, keeping in mind that you are one of many houses your cleaning team visits on any given day.

Remember those holiday tips we mentioned? Our franchisees and general managers see tips that range from $200 to $500 towards the end of the year, but there is no required standard. Holiday tips and bonuses will exceed the usual amount you would tip, but the precise total is completely up to you.

Other Ways to Show Your Appreciation

Cash is a simple, straightforward way to say “thank you,” but if a tip isn’t in your personal budget right now, there are creative ways to tell your professional cleaners that they’ve done an excellent job.

Google Reviews and Phone Calls

Write a review! Five shining stars, positive words, and beautiful pictures are appreciated by cleaning teams and business owners alike. A quick phone call to your local Maid Brigade office is yet another way to drop a heartfelt “thank you” for a fabulous cleaning. As Alan points out, these phone calls often get relayed directly to the cleaning teams, spreading positivity and encouragement to keep up their incredible work.

Tipping Etiquette 101: "Tips are wonderful, but if clients aren't comfortable with that or don't feel it's appropriate, we certainly don't expect it." -Alan Walstad of Maid Brigade of Phoenix

Recommend Your House Cleaners

Word of mouth reviews are great, too. When you tell your friends, family, and neighbors about your stellar cleaning team — or your stellar cleaning company — you’re spreading the message about Maid Brigade’s reliable, exceptional service. Even if your cleaning team doesn’t hear it from you directly, you’re still doing something great for your local business.

Notes, Affirmations, and Tokens of Gratitude

Want your words of appreciation to reach your actual cleaners? A verbal pat on the back can go a long way in stoking your cleaning team’s confidence and letting them know that you see and appreciate the incredible work they’re doing to keep your home in tip-top shape.

You can also leave a thank you card or note on your refrigerator, counter, or end table to express how thankful you’re feeling. Hand-written messages like “thanks for making my home look so beautiful!” or “amazing work!” can be a cherished personal touch. Store-bought thank you cards are just as sweet for our professional cleaners to receive as they’re leaving your home. Gift cards are yet another thoughtful way to share and show your gratitude.

Please note that Maid Brigade advises our cleaning teams not to accept food from our clients, so it would be best to avoid baked goods, snacks, candy, gum, etc.

Maid Brigade’s Professional Cleaners Go Above and Beyond

A thorough, detailed cleaning is Maid Brigade’s standard, and all our cleaning teams take that standard seriously. As much as a clean home is a source of pride for you, it’s also a source of pride for our cleaners. A sparkling bathroom, a fully refreshed kitchen, and spotless, dirt-free floors are satisfying signs of a successful cleaning and a job well done.

Don’t forget to ask how we can customize your cleaning to address problem areas or help you handle tasks like folding laundry or deep-cleaning your oven. We offer a full array of consistent cleaning service options like weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly, and we can also provide specialty cleanings when you’re hosting for the holidays or turning over a new leaf.

Contact your local Maid Brigade today to schedule your first cleaning service.
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International Ideas Month: How Clean Homes Spark Creativity

Posted on March 31, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips

It’s International Ideas Month! To celebrate ideas big and small, Maid Brigade dares you to explore your creative side. When you’re not stressed, distracted, or scrambling to stack one work task on top of another, what does your imagination reveal? The plot of a thrilling novel? A design for a decorative art piece you could print and frame for your friends? In other words, when your mind is free, where does it go and, more importantly, what does it invent?

The possibilities are endless, but you may struggle to let your creativity flow if your space is dirty and disorganized. Don’t believe us? This blog is dedicated to highlighting the connection between tidiness and an inspired, productive mind. As you read, remember: every day is a chance to use your imagination. We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the creative activities and adventures it leads you towards.

Creativity and Clutter Just Don’t Mix

Picture your desk or your office at its worst. Three days’ worth of stale coffee cups, a pile of discarded sticky notes, and a computer keyboard filled with crumbs from your afternoon snacks definitely aren’t the markers of an open, creative mind, and there’s serious evidence to back this up:

Stress Reduction and Improved Mental Clarity: Messiness can contribute to feelings of stress and anxiety, which can hinder creativity and productivity. A clean space can help alleviate this stress, allowing for a more relaxed and focused mindset.
Enhanced Decision Making: Next comes the cascade effect of lowered stress. By removing visual clutter and prioritizing your peace, a clean space can improve your ability to analyze information and make better decisions.
Positive Mood Boost: Less stress, less reasons to frown! A tidy environment can positively impact your mood and self-esteem, leading to increased motivation and productivity.
Better Sleep: A rested mind has more energy to be creative, and there’s something to be said for dreams and their potential link to creative ideas. So, dream away, and clean with the goal of promoting a more imaginative sleep state that inspires invention.

Helping Your Kids Thrive: A clean, well-composed space can help your children thrive, too. According to one study, 77% of parents saw more creativity and 83% of parents saw more productivity in kids who did homework and other activities in a consistently clean environment.

Dream Big. Dreams and daydreams alike can inspire creativity.

Imagine a Space Where You Can Express Yourself

It’s easier than you think. Just follow our simple guide to spruce up your home and get your favorite creative activities back on track:

Make a Plan

Ask yourself what creativity means to you. Then consider when and where you feel most creative. This will inspire you to focus on cleaning and decluttering specific areas of your home and create a step-by-step plan to address the messes that are giving you the most stress. With a renewed sense of structure and a vision of your ideal creative sanctuary, you can move forward with confidence and achieve true self-expression.

Donate and Discard

Maybe your space feels a little crowded because it is a little crowded. Determining what can be donated and what should be put straight in the trash will make cleaning and organizing so much easier. The result? Physically open spaces and, if you’re lucky, inspirational items and forgotten projects you may unearth in the process of decluttering. Creative activities can be ones you start anew or ones you revisit from a new angle. Having a cleaner space just gives you fresh opportunities to do both.

Get a Second Set of Eyes

This “second set of eyes” can be a family member, a friend, or a professional home organizer. Better yet, you can call on a professional cleaning service like Maid Brigade to handle the tidying and cleaning tasks you may have overlooked. Being in the same space every day can make you grow accustomed to your surroundings, but when a team of expert cleaners steps in, they’re bound to notice details like dusty drapes and scuffed-up baseboards, clearing the way for creativity to blossom. Meanwhile, family and friends may be able to provide organizational tips that totally slipped your mind.

Do a Digital Decluttering

There’s a sneaky, hidden space within your home that you may be forgetting, and it’s all digital. Your email inbox, your text messages, and the various places you store personal and professional files can become cluttered and chaotic fast. When’s the last time you focused on reorganizing them? We recommend unsubscribing from businesses you no longer buy from, deleting anything unnecessary, and focusing on creating a digital landscape that matches the creative person you’re striving to be.

Already super organized? Consider swapping out your current phone or desktop wallpaper for something more dynamic and exciting.

Zone In So You Can Zone Out

Once your whole home (or your whole space) is clean, you can consider designating specific areas to accommodate specific creative activities. You can streamline creative processes, eliminate distractions, and give yourself permission to get lost in your imagination when you have places that aren’t cluttered with bills to pay, mail to open, and other items from everyday life.

Add What Inspires You

Maybe it’s a potted cactus or a Venus Flytrap. Maybe it’s your daughter’s second-grade art project. Whatever lifts your spirits and makes you feel closest to your own creative muse, bring it into the space where the majority of your creative activities and thinking take place. Joy and creativity often go hand in hand, so it can’t hurt to bring things that make you smile into your personal sanctuary.

How a Professional Cleaning Can Help Creativity Shine

Let’s face it: Your home isn’t going to clean itself. Thankfully, you don’t have to be the one mopping every floor and dusting every surface to ensure your home is in the best shape for dreaming, imagining, and pursuing new creative endeavors. Even when you’re feeling your most productive, creativity typically comes second to major responsibilities like work and family. Maid Brigade understands this perfectly.
Have you considered a regular professional cleaning service? Not only will this allow you to keep your mind off of cleaning, but it will also create a sparkling clean, germ-free space where you can explore your more inventive side. Schedule your first service today and watch your peaceful thoughts flow into fun, colorful expressions of your true self.

The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist for an Organized Home

Posted on March 12, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips, Seasonal

Flowers are blossoming. Bees are buzzing. The grass is (finally) green again. Spring is here, and it’s time to bring that fresh, seasonal energy to your home organization strategy.

Before you start opening windows and tossing worn-out rugs and linens to the curb, Maid Brigade encourages you to embrace the spirit of spring with essential cleaning tasks that will spruce up even the dullest, most disorganized rooms. In fact, our spring cleaning checklist goes deeper than just cleaning. We’re invested in the idea of a home that looks tidy and perfectly put together — just in time for events like garden parties and graduation celebrations.

Here’s how you can make it happen (and how a professional cleaning service can help):

Your Room-By-Room Spring Cleaning Checklist

Whether you’re deep cleaning or just doing a quick spring clean sweep, this comprehensive checklist will take you from room to room for a whole-home organization strategy you can follow at your leisure:

Kitchen

First things first: the heart of your home. Sure, it’s easy to picture yourself standing at the counter to make a cup of coffee or a slice of toast, but there are hidden messes you need to tackle.

Start with the fridge. Throw out expired items, reorganize condiments, and scrub everything from the interior shelves to those grimy exterior handles. You can also vacuum the coils and shift the fridge so you can fully mop and clean underneath.
Move to the pantry and cabinets. Clean, scrub, and replace shelf liners as needed. Trust us, that old can of soup from 2022 isn’t going to be missed.
Finish with the oven. If your oven has a self-cleaning function, use it! Otherwise, remove all dishes, pans, and oven racks so you can really scrub the interior as well as the door glass.

A newly organized kitchen could be what inspires you to try a new recipe you saw online or start a window box planter of herbs and flowers. But, if cleaning and organizing feel like they’re consuming too much of your time, a professional cleaning service like Maid Brigade can support your efforts by deep cleaning exterior appliances, stovetops, drip pans, and more.

Living Room

You and your family likely spend a lot of time in your living room. After months of cozying up inside to watch movies and avoid icy weather, dust has accumulated and your favorite candles just aren’t able to lighten things up like they used to. Are you ready to give the entire space a breath of fresh air?

Do some serious dusting. This includes mirrors, frames, decorative items, furniture, and light fixtures. You can also crack a window and get the ceiling fan moving.
Vacuum and polish. We’re talking upholstery, lamp shades, and carpets. And don’t forget to give your hardwood furniture a quick polish if it’s looking dull.
Wash and shampoo. When was the last time your pillows and throw blankets got a good steam cleaning? Spring is the perfect time to wash your linens or swap in new ones. As for your carpets, a thorough vacuuming may not be enough. Shampooing will make them smell and feel better while improving the overall air quality in your home.

Dusting and vacuuming (and yes, that includes your furniture) are two of Maid Brigade’s specialties. While you’re busy planning a put-together look with every picture frame and potted plant perfectly in place, consider how our cleaning teams can help spruce up your living room by handling all the deep cleaning details.

Bathrooms

A clean, hygienic bathroom is a must for every season. Make guests feel welcome and, more importantly, give yourself the sparkling space you need to do your makeup and enjoy long, hot showers in peace.

Tackle the tub and shower. We recommend mild, natural cleaning ingredients (think white vinegar and warm water) to get your tub and shower bright and shining.
Wash, replace, and rearrange. Some things can be scrubbed (and saved) while others simply can’t. If your shower liners and curtains look like they’ve seen better days, there’s no harm in replacing them with new ones. And hey, maybe your bathrooms could use a pop of color. Going from plain white to exciting florals could be a sensible finishing touch for spring. Meanwhile, washing and rearranging bath mats and small items such as your soap dishes or your electric toothbrush can freshen up countertops and floors.

As you reorganize and potentially redesign your bathrooms, remember that sinks, toilets, and overlooked cracks and crevices could still use regular cleaning. That’s where Maid Brigade comes in. Our non-toxic cleaning solutions are as natural as you can get, leaving your bathrooms shiny and spotless without the harsh, lingering odor of bleach. We’ll also spot clean walls, scrub your mirrors, and give detailed attention to things like faucets, cabinet fronts, and windows.

Bedrooms

Your sanctuary. Your personal space. When you retreat to your bedroom at the end of the day, you’re looking forward to a clean, relaxing atmosphere and all your go-to comforts, like your favorite book resting on the bedside table. Use spring cleaning as an opportunity to make every bedroom in your home a true oasis of calm and rest.

Really make the bed. Wash and change the sheets. This should include mattress covers, throw pillows, and even the stuffed animals your kids cuddle with on a regular basis.
Flip the mattress. Your quality of sleep and the longevity of your mattress will thank you. If you use a pillow top mattress, you can simply rotate instead.
Dream up new decor. From the artwork on the walls to the general color scheme of your sheets, shelf trinkets, and drapes, take a moment to swap out decor and experiment with a fresh appearance.

Don’t let your sanctuary become a source of cleaning stress. Maid Brigade can complement your home organization tactics with the kind of cleaning that addresses every corner of the room — even the dust bunnies under the bed. If you request custom cleaning services, our teams can also change the sheets on your bed, do laundry, and generally tidy up so your bedroom stays as comfortable as can be.

Every Room

Let’s think about your home from a big picture perspective. What ties our spring cleaning checklist together?

Focus on floors. Baseboards, floor vents, and door jambs deserve some extra love and attention. Dust and vacuum as needed to get every room looking brand new.
Move to windows and blinds. Both the inside and the outside of your windows could use a dose of springtime shine. Group windowsills, walls, and doors into this task for an undeniably clean feeling.
Keep lighting and hard-to-reach areas shining. Look to the ceiling to finish up. Fans and light fixtures may be in desperate need of dusting, and you can replace burnt out light bulbs while you’re at it.

Hidden cobwebs aren't just going to remove themselves, and your floors aren’t going to mop themselves, either. When every room starts to feel too overwhelming, Maid Brigade will happily handle these final finishing touches.

That’s it. You did it! Your home is ready for spring.

Infographic titled 'Bonus Spring Cleaning Tasks' with a checklist of five tasks: Throw away expired products, update your first aid kits, clean and store winter attire, dust and replace old decor, and donate unused items.

Spring Cleaning Meets Green Cleaning With Maid Brigade

From regular cleaning services that can keep your home fresh all spring (and all year) long to deep cleaning solutions that are perfect for the pivot in the seasons, our professional teams are ready to answer the call with non-toxic cleaning solutions that deliver disinfection and a safe finishing sparkle thanks to the power of electrolyzed water. Contact your local Maid Brigade today to book the right cleaning service for your lifestyle.

Like our home organization tips? Read our blog for more ways to keep your home looking and feeling its best.

Electrolyzed Water vs. Traditional Cleaners: What Makes It Safer and More Effective?

Posted on February 27, 2025 by maidbrigade - About Us, Cleaning Tips

When was the last time you read the ingredients on the back of a bottle of traditional household cleaner? The long, meandering list of unfamiliar chemicals and hard-to-pronounce, potentially toxic substances that make up the average cleaning agent may raise a few alarm bells in your head. Is this safe for your home? Can it hurt your kids and pets?

Maid Brigade does away with worrying questions like these by using electrolyzed water to create a pure, clean environment that’s free of any past-product buildup and lacks harmful residues and odors. We’re thinking deeper than just eliminating dirt and grime. We’re thinking about your family’s health, and about how every surface has the potential to harbor germs, allergens, and irritants. In other words, we care about helping you create a safe, inviting home. We care about helping you create a space where you can thrive in your everyday life.

But what is electrolyzed water, exactly? How does it work, and what makes it safer and more effective than those chemical cleaning solutions we mentioned? Rest assured that this blog has all the answers and the assurance that a cleaning service that uses electrolyzed water to clean your home is providing only the highest quality disinfection techniques.

Electrolyzed Water: Understanding the Science

Also known as e-water, this cleaning solution relies on water, salt, and electricity to create the following components, which are just as powerful as they are eco-friendly:

Hypochlorous Acid: This is a natural disinfectant. While it’s busy fighting off bacteria, viruses, and other harmful pathogens, it remains a non-toxic and totally safe cleaner for humans.
Sodium Hydroxide: Eliminating germs is just one part of the cleaning equation. In order to sanitize and tackle grease and grime, sodium hydroxide is necessary to get floors and other surfaces squeaky clean and dirt-free. This includes cutting through the build up left behind from past products.

Electrolyzed Water and You: Safe, Powerful Cleanup

What could be safer than salt and water? Now that the science is clear, we want to truly explain the difference between e-water and the chemical cleaning solutions you’re likely more familiar with. Here’s why electrolyzed water is simply superior:

Non-Toxic: Electrolyzed water is the key ingredient in a cleaning process that poses zero risks to your home’s health and safety. You’re safe, your kids are safe, and so are your pets and plants. There are no dyes, no phosphates, and, as we’ll explore later, no fragrances.
Non-Corrosive: The two cleaning solutions we’ve described above work separately to clean and disinfect without corroding surfaces. The result is gentle yet effective, protecting your home from costly damage.
No Synthetic Fragrance: Although electrolyzed water may produce a slight smell of chlorine, we can assure you that this is just a smell and not a harmful fragrance. This means the air in your home is safe to breathe and every surface and doorknob is safe to touch.
No-Nonsense Cleaning Solution: Mold, mildew, bacteria, and viruses don’t stand a chance. The innovative, evidence-based, practical technology that makes electrolyzed water possible gives pure cleaning a new, higher standard.

Chemical cleaners just can’t measure up. Ammonia, bleach, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are linked to serious health concerns such as cancer and liver damage, and, unfortunately, they are the most common components of traditional household cleaners. And think about how corrosive bleach can be. Burns and irritation will result if it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, and things like wooden furniture and stainless steel appliances can suffer damage or loss of color when bleach is used as a cleaner.

Synthetic fragrances are also highly toxic, and yet their protected status as “trade secrets” allows them to be used even in “all natural” cleaning alternatives. In fact, one study found that out of 17 randomly selected natural cleaning products, a staggering 90% contained a harmful chemical that wasn’t listed on the label.
With so much happening behind the scenes and so many cleaning products to choose from, it can be hard to know what the right choice for your home’s health and safety are. You want to imagine a house that’s also a sanctuary, a haven you can return to at the end of the day without the worries of lingering chemicals or germs. You want genuine laughter, genuine relaxation, and a space where memories are safe to be made. That’s why Maid Brigade wants to emphasize the importance of a safe cleaner—the kind of professional who uses only green cleaning products and prioritizes your well-being alongside your cleaning.

Choose the Safe Cleaner. Choose Maid Brigade!

Maid Brigade puts health and safety first thanks to our PUREcleaning® system. Using electrolyzed water, color-coded allergy-free, antibacterial cloths, and HEPA-filtration vacuums, we’re able to provide a consistent, high-quality clean every time we enter your home. Our professional cleaners move from room to room with one simple mission: creating an environment that looks and feels as clean and healthy as it actually is.

Ditch the bleach and schedule your first service with your local Maid Brigade today!

Game Day Cleanup: How to Score a Sparkling Home After Hosting a Party

Posted on February 7, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips, Seasonal

Showing up to a game-day party with drinks to share and a platter of your favorite chicken wings is no sweat. You eat, you enjoy the halftime show, and when the game is over, you go home. Hosting a party, on the other hand, is not so simple. You’re opening your home to a ton of guests and, let’s be honest, a ton of after party cleaning.

Maid Brigade doesn’t want you worrying about a mess that’s yet to manifest. As you prepare to cheer for your team of choice, keep in mind that a little planning and a solid post-game cleanup strategy are all you need to score a sparkling home. Plus, this will ensure that any grime that’s left behind from your party doesn’t linger and become an even bigger problem.

So, here’s the game plan: our latest blog will help you achieve a clean home and, more importantly, envision yourself snacking, laughing, and watching the game with everyone on your guest list. We’ll also show you how scheduling a professional cleaning service can ease the stress of hosting a party.

How to Tackle After Party Cleaning

Guests are great, but no one loves a giant mess. In order to avoid an avalanche of plastic cups and a living room that looks like a hazard zone, “cleaning” has to start before guests arrive and be an ongoing effort. Here’s what we suggest:

Plan Before You Party

Think about the experience you want your guests to have and, more importantly, think about all the cleaning tasks you’d like to simplify. This can include clearing junk out of your refrigerator, decluttering your sofa and television setup, and freeing up kitchen counterspace by moving small appliances like your toaster or blender out of the way. And don’t forget to dust and vacuum high traffic areas!

When your space is cleaned and prepped beforehand, it’s easy to identify necessary after party cleaning tasks and create a fun, celebratory atmosphere. Just imagine how relaxed you’ll feel and how happy your guests will be enjoying finger foods and commenting on this year’s mix of entertaining commercials.

Have a Hosting Strategy

Hosting a party is all about making your guests feel welcome. Maid Brigade believes it can also be about simplifying your responsibilities so no one has to stress. For instance, providing coasters and easy access to trash and recycling bins can help keep clutter under control while making guests feel that you’ve put care and attention into their visit.

Rather than wandering around looking for the best place to toss their empty soda cans or worrying about leaving marks or stains on your furniture, guests can chat, relax, and keep up with the score, all while forming a glowing memory of the party and your home. Oh, and the real bonus? Smart hosting is smart for cleaning, meaning you’ll have way less mess to deal with later.

Post-Party Hustle: Get Back to Clean in 3 Easy Steps

You’ve put yourself in the best position to handle after party cleaning, so let’s get to it! Remember, it’s best to clean up as soon as possible, even if that means first thing the next morning. The longer your gameday clutter sticks around, the more likely you are to experience permanent damage from sticky spills and start feeling overwhelmed.

In a worst case scenario, after party cleaning tasks can begin to clash with day-to-day cleaning, leaving you in a whirlwind of scrubbing and organizing that never seems to end. Thankfully, our approach is as simple as one, two, three:

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask For Help

Asking guests to lend a hand doesn’t make you a bad host and chances are your friends and family will be happy to help out. Simple tasks such as rounding up trash, loading dirty dishes and cutlery into the dishwasher, and even packing up leftover food to send your guests home with can make a huge difference in the overall amount of time you spend cleaning. Even if you just invited a few guests, their cleanup efforts will be seen and appreciated.

Do a Clean Sweep

Move from room to room with the most efficient path to tidiness in mind. Your living room, kitchen, and bathroom will be the rooms that require the most cleanup. Start with picking up trash, for example, and then gather and consolidate items that will need to return to the kitchen – e.g. serving trays, plates, and cutlery you and your guests may have missed. Before you know it, most of the mess will be eliminated.

Spot Clean as Needed

From spills on your sofa to cracker crumbs crusted into your carpet, you’re going to find little messes here and there that need to be tended to. We leave this step for last because it’s also an excellent opportunity to put items back in their proper place (think pillows, throw blankets, and picture frames) and address final cleaning needs like vacuuming or mopping. The end result should be a home that looks just like it did before guests arrived.

Hire a Winning Clean Up Crew

That’s Maid Brigade! When it comes to event cleaning, we have the professional cleaners you want on your team. Whether you’re hosting a party for Sunday’s big game or bringing family and friends together to celebrate a birthday, graduation, or other significant event, knowing that cleaners are set to arrive and bring your space back to its best can be a huge relief.

Maid Brigade will complement your cleaning efforts with our own detailed expertise and leave every corner of your home spotless. Not only will we bring peace and order to your post-party chaos, but we’ll also use safe, non-toxic cleaning products to get your home squeaky clean and shiny without introducing harsh chemicals.
You’re a great host. You deserve a break! Plan your next party with your local Maid Brigade in mind and experience next-level calm.

First Impressions Matter: How a Clean Space Can Make 2025 a Winning Year

Posted on January 29, 2025 by maidbrigade - Cleaning Tips, Healthy Home

Picture your front door swinging open. Your guests are arriving, and as soon as they step inside, they’ll be getting their first impression of you and your home. What if your living room is a total disaster? The baseboards haven’t been scrubbed in months. There’s dog fur all over the couch, and now it’s all over your friend’s jacket, too. This may not set the tone for a fun, relaxing experience.

If you’re a business owner, the same is true of your office space. Whether clients are stopping by for important meetings or new hires are arriving for their first day, they instantly form an opinion of your company based on their surroundings. Messy cubicles and drab, dusty conference rooms don’t exactly communicate trustworthiness and professionalism.

A cleaner environment can send a clearer message: your space is well cared for, and so are the people you invite inside. As you welcome another year of new beginnings and fresh opportunities, Maid Brigade encourages you to seek out a commercial cleaning service or schedule a professional house cleaning so you can make every first impression a positive one. See all the benefits for yourself:

3 Reasons Clean Homes and Clean Offices Matter

You’ve heard the phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but it’s hard not to, right? First impressions happen fast, and you have the ability to shape the impression others form about your office or your home by prioritizing cleanliness and ensuring that the way your space looks and feels matches your values.

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Details, Details, Details

A clean office is a professional office. Squeaky clean conference tables, fresh air, and sparkling breakrooms signal credibility, cleanliness, and a commitment to creating a positive atmosphere. In other words, you’re setting the tone for success: great relationships with clients, productive meetings, and a strong company culture. A commercial cleaning service like Maid Brigade cares about your success, too, which is why a thorough cleaning is at the top of our business cleaning to-do list.

What about all the dirty details in your home? Putting your best foot forward starts with clean, hygienic bathrooms, a sparkling kitchen, and spotless floors. A professional house cleaning will scrub every nook and cranny, helping you make the perfect first impression.

Clean Space, Healthy Space

Do your clients and employees feel safe and healthy when they enter your office? Detailed disinfection techniques not only help you create a clean workspace, they also convey a sense of wellness that people can feel, see, and touch as they work and socialize. Employees can walk through the door and envision themselves giving confident, inspired presentations or gathering at the water cooler to swap ideas. No one’s worried about germs, bacteria, or the quality of the air.

Meanwhile, the first impression guests get when they enter your home may influence how comfortable they feel enjoying a meal you cooked or using your bathrooms. Polished countertops and kitchen appliances suggest that your food is safe to eat — and delicious. Imagine yourself gathered around the dining table, passing side dishes, and seeing the glow on your guests’ faces. They’ve felt comfortable, cozy, and safe since they walked through the door, and the tidiness of your home made that happen.

Peace and Productivity

If your employees are important to you, so is a clean workspace. Cleanliness gives you the opportunity to organize and keep your office clutter-free, clearing the way for open minds, open discussions, and serious progress toward projects and overall business goals. You want to make a first impression that suggests your company keeps things running smoothly, putting employee performance and comfort first.

How hard is it to focus when you’re surrounded by unfinished cleaning tasks? How hard is it to kick back, relax, and feel at peace when dirt, grime, and dust bunnies are greeting you at every turn? Now, think about this from your house guests’ perspective. You want them to walk through your door and instantly feel that a weight has been lifted from their shoulders. Their first impression should be one of tranquility and happiness, like they’ve just walked into their home away from home. That level of calm starts with a detailed cleaning.

The Power of Lasting Impressions

First impressions are only the beginning. They set the stage for positive interactions, deeper friendships, and a more refreshing state of mind. So, don’t let dirt and disorganization do the talking. Take charge and put cleaning at the top of your to-do list — even if that means hiring a commercial cleaning service or professional house cleaning service like Maid Brigade to handle it for you. When you’re busy scheduling meetings and managing contracts, all the details of day-to-day cleaning may escape your notice. Our cleaning teams do notice, and they can help you create the stellar first impression you’re hoping for.

What if your home life is too hectic to make time for cleaning? You deserve to give guests and visitors a positive first impression, too. With regularly scheduled cleanings, you’re well on your way to a beautiful home that’s always bright and inviting.
Contact us today to book the right cleaning for you!

New Year, New Priorities: Why 2025 is Your Year for a Cleaner, Healthier Home

Posted on January 16, 2025 by maidbrigade - Healthy Home

It’s the same every year: your New Year’s celebration is followed by a long list of New Year’s to-do’s and resolutions. Maybe you’re hoping to hit the gym more or put more time towards your passion projects.

Maid Brigade is right there with you. We believe 2025 is the perfect opportunity to make peace of mind a priority in your day-to-day life. Why? Peace of mind and mental clarity will allow you to make room for all the important New Year’s to-do’s you already have in mind, and all the ones you haven’t written down yet because you believe you’ll never find the time.

With help from a professional cleaning service like Maid Brigade, your time is yours again. After all, this year is about more than just turning over a new leaf. It’s about clearing your headscape (and your calendar), imagining yourself in a fresher, tidier space, and feeling free to tackle the tasks that really matter. In this article, we’ll discuss why scheduling a professional cleaning is the first step towards a happier and more fulfilling 2025.

Healthy Home, Healthy Life

A number of advantages await you when professional cleaning makes its way to the top of your task list. Plus, booking a Maid Brigade service is simple – maybe the simplest part of making and keeping your 2025 resolutions. Here are five ways a visit from our cleaning team can benefit you and your surroundings right now and all year long:

Less Mess, Less Stress

It’s true: your stress and anxiety levels may be on the rise if you don’t have a clean, organized space to come home to. Clean rooms and furniture can give you a greater sense of control while reduced visual clutter can decrease the number of stressful, demanding items that are constantly in view and on your mind. Finally, a clean bedroom in particular can help you relax and achieve better, more restful sleep, lowering your overall stress levels significantly.

Improved Physical Health

Complement your efforts to eat healthy and stay active by maintaining a clean home. From sparkling kitchen countertops to wooden floors that shine, when the cleaning is taken care of, you can turn your attention to meal prep, fitness classes, taking a walk, and other wellness activities that would otherwise get pushed aside.

Allergens, dust mites, and other common irritants may also be on the prowl in your home, but not with the right green cleaning services. Maid Brigade’s PUREcleaning® process, for instance, uses electrolyzed water to disinfect your home from top-to-bottom without leaving behind unpleasant chemical residues and odors. Bye-bye bacteria; hello fresh, healthy home.

Resetting Your Focus

Believe it or not, your productivity could hinge on how dirty and disheveled your home is. Think about it: if your home office is crowded with stacks of unfinished paperwork, leaning towers of books, and used coffee mugs, your mind-space is going to feel equally messy, preventing you from completing the essential daily to-do’s that keep your life on track. Whether it’s your work, your studies, or your hobbies, a clean home can provide the foundation for creativity, clear-headedness, and the ability to focus on all the things that matter most.

Smiles All Around

Improve your mood with regular professional cleaning! Negative emotions like irritability, tension, and confusion often result from a grimy, chaotic environment. According to the American Cleaning Institute, 87% of Americans feel their best when their home is clean. Additionally, 70% of Americans say that having a clean home makes them feel accomplished, building towards that calm, happy mood that allows you to sink into your sofa and relax at the end of yet another great day.

Clearing Your Clock — And Your Calendar

Who wants to spend hours every week scrubbing their baseboards and vacuuming their carpet? Take back your free time with a professional cleaning service. This can be as simple as finding a few extra minutes to unwind and enjoy a warm cup of tea or as big as starting that new novel writing course you’ve had your eye on for the last few months. A clean home clears the way for all the fun and enjoyment that life has to offer, giving you the opportunity to set positive intentions and turn distant dreams and goals into present realities.

Schedule Your New Year Cleaning Today

Starting the new year with a clean slate is no small feat, and many people report that keeping their home mess-free is more work than a full-time job. At Maid Brigade, we understand the importance of making time for yourself. We want you to slow down, breathe, and not worry about mapping out a schedule for when every room in your house needs to get dusted. That’s what a regular professional cleaning is for.
Make 2025 the year of the healthy home and book your first cleaning service with Maid Brigade today! Visit our website to find a location near you.