You also can't get distracted by an old picture and then go through memory lane and dig out your old photo album mid clean and lose 4 hours remembering ancient history and old high school friends etc lol
This happened to me when cleaning and organizing a bookshelf. I started reading some of my books… FIVE hours later, I was surrounded by books I hadn’t put back on the shelves.
Glad I’m not the only one. Sometimes I go to put something away from one area to another area then end up organizing that area instead of the area I was planning to clean 🤦🏻♀️
Cleaning other people's homes helped me so much. I saw the way other people organized or failed to. And most importantly I realized how being tidy and putting things away made a home more peaceful and lovely.
This makes so much sense now. I hired a house cleaner earlier this year because I was overwhelmed with my household. The apartment was a mess. However I was never satisfied when she was done because to me it was still a mess. I had expected her to do what I couldn't do, namely tidy up more so than just cleaning. I thought I would show her were everything belonged once and then she would do that so I didn't have to think about it anymore. I discontinued the service after half a year because it wasn't what I needed. Thanks for pointing this out. Until now I was dissatisfied with her work but apparently it was my expectations that were unreasonable. All the best to you!
Yeah, I actually have a friend who cleans our house sometimes (she started as our nanny, we became friends, and she also helps my with cleaning (for pay)). Because we have a relationship, she was able to tell me that I needed to tidy up before she came. She’s cleaning, not tidying for us. And that way I’m not paying her for the time it takes to “move” as much stuff around while she cleans!
@@violingirl1349Exactly! For me, having a cleaner gave our family a weekly deadline to reset. We put things away the day before our cleaner comes so she can just clean. During COVID we did a major purge of things we just don't use, and find that we now spend hardly any time tidying since we have so much less stuff.
You might do better hiring a home organizer. Someone who can help you figure out systems that work for your lifestyle to make putting things away easier for you.
@@violingirl1349I'm so glad you pointed this out! I own a small cleaning business, and I always let clients know that it will take longer if they haven't tidied first. Even if I'm not organizing (which my OCD self often does), I still have to move the clutter to clean under it. Some clients pay me to organize. Because I charge by the hour, I'm happy to do whatever needs to be done!
This is actually a strategy I use to clean my house sometimes. In my mind I call it a cosmetic clean. I don’t put stuff away, I just tidy to make it look cosmetically appealing, even if that means certain stuff had to be shoved here or there where it doesn’t necessarily belong. Then I actually get something done instead of giving up!
My mom does that but then mail just migrates from room to room until it's lost in a giant pile and you have to pull everything out again to find what you're looking for 😢
...My Grandmother calked that " Company Clean"...to Tidy, quickly dust, Vacumn and make things presentable... .not a " thorough cleaning", just to have Rooms look presentable yet " clean " .
@@pieceofpeace35that’s why we hated having cleaning ladies. Stuff would disappear then turn up where it didn’t belong. Organizing things where they actually go is half of cleaning.
As cleaners, we organize our own stuff because we know where we want everything and how it makes sense TO US. But can you imagine someone coming to your home, rearranging everything while they clean, and then when you need something you have no idea where it goes
I understand why housecleaners don’t organize clutter but I expect to see that the space it was in was cleaned and also things tidied or put in piles so I can organize it later.
Haha 😂 I always txt my cleaning lady asking where is this and that. Thankfully she remembers everything 😁She is more than a family to me. I paid her even though she wasn’t allowed to come and clean during the pandemic. All her other clients payed her as well. We have to respect and take care of them too.
@@lilyflare2 mine is such a nightmare when he cleans. He never organizes anything, just makes new piles I have to go through. He can’t understand why I get so pissed and I try to explain to him he’s just making it where you have to deal with everything twice instead of once to put it where it belongs in the first place!
Classic example of what my mom does as a cleaner. When I was a kid she had to take me with her bc there was no one else to watch me and I would help her out by dusting doors and window frames around when I was 8. I learned how to clean well bc of her and as I got older I started having bigger responsibilities like cleaning whole bathrooms on my own for a client and half bathrooms as well, also vacuuming basements and such. It was only until I got my own minimum wage job that I stopped going with her bc I wanted to get paid more lol I still miss those moments tho Especially after a long day and we choose what to eat after Whether I was 8 or 15 I’m in college now away from my mom and this video just reminded me of her, can’t wait to go back home for her birthday coming up✨ :D
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@@Toodle.Pipp001 it’s not necessarily entitlement. Some, like me, might be physically disabled and unable to do a pick up or “pre-clean” before the cleaner comes. Or they just had surgery. Or just lost a loved one. Or they have severe depression and can barely make it out of bed to clean themselves, let alone the house. Someone not doing something doesn’t always mean they’re lazy or entitled. Sometimes they just can’t do it. I’m grateful for wonderful cleaners like this one who are willing and able to come and help. ❤
I just deep cleaned my room and what took the longest was going through my old notebooks and achool stuff, reading them all to decide what's worth keeping and what isn't. The clothes as well, I arranged them into boxes according to seasons and had to wear each piece to decide what would be donated, fixed, etc. The cleaning part took me a single afternoon, windows and all.
With my adhd brain this is a STRUGGLE. But what I do for when I need to clean is that I prime myself to go into autopilot and tell my brain “no” whenever I drift off from the task. Podcast/music helps me. This video reminds me of what I do sometimes when there’s a lot I still have to.. I’ll just tell myself the goal today is to CLEAN. The goal tomorrow will be to ORGANIZE. I’ll dedicate the time to one goal. If I just tell myself I’m doing l the kitchen I’ll get distracted. But if I tell myself I’m getting the kitchen cleaned up then I’ll keep the tasks related to cleaning and not organizing. Otherwise something that should take an hour will take a week. Just telling yourself to “clean it it’s your friends house” would definitely help stay focused! Thank you for this
As a housekeeper I wish more clients who are not used to using a cleaning service knew this... even after you TELL THEM ... somehow they still don't get it ... I had a client who would follow me around the entire time talking and stop me when I'd try to throw away actual trash 🗑️ and then proceed to tell me where it went. yeah that didn't last
yeah a client like that wouldn't last a hot minute with me. as a housecleaner myself, I tell my clients from the get go that I do zero tidying. if I get there and their house isn't organized I completely skip over the messy parts. it waists soo much more time if you try to do their work. I'm a cleaner not a butler.
This is why our moms always yelled at us to clean our rooms before the house keepers came ❤ makes much more sense like this! I thoroughly enjoy cleaning/ organizing as well it helps me clear my mind. Thanks to all you wonderful house keepers.
Ooooh that's why my mum would straighten up before the cleaning lady when I was a kid! Once they're done EVERYTHING'S DONE!!!! No need to put away the tidy piles lol
As an ex-cleaner, i loooved clients who todyied beforehand, it made cleaning so much simpler. Better than maximalist people who would complain that all their 50 photo frames didnt get dusted properly in the allowed total 2hr cleaning time
Yes! I had a housekeeper for awhile when I was working as a hospice nurse. The night before she came we would all tidy everything. As I told my kids, I was paying her to clean, not pick up after us.
Yes, we won't organize- we clean. I don't clean your dishes, and I don't pick up your clothes. I'll do your bedding, but I'm not a maid. You pay me $35/hr, you don't want to pay me to fold clothing. If there's any buildup of sh** on the floor, I'll shove it all in a corner and clean under and around
They shouldn’t be throwing away anything that is potentially useful or sentimental to the client. Just place it to one side unless it’s very obviously waste.
I really like that you post videos like this in both Spanish and English. I can understand a lot more Spanish than I could ever speak as I'm not fluent, but it helps me learn and work on that. Plus your videos are very informative and enjoyable! Thank you for taking the time to post!!
I’ve been a residential cleaner for over 3 years and this is super true, it’s very helpful when clients pick things up before their appointment but since we’re all super busy, that doesn’t always happen. You quickly become a pro at organized chaos, just putting things together that seem to go together but not putting things away unless I know exactly where it goes or the client is there to ask. Cool to see someone explain this! I feel like people often think you’re cheating them or not cleaning thoroughly but there isn’t much to do about personal stuff laying around.
As a former Cleaner, I disagree, if you're hired to Clean, that means to CLEAN. ie:: The removal of dirt, dust, grime, bacteria etc from Surfaces, maybe windows if agreed to., doing laundry also a separate item to be agreed to or not. Cleaner is meant to Clean Surfaces. NOT spend Their /Your Time Tidying up Other Peoples Personal Belongings First so to be able to clean the surfaces in the home. That job requires a Maid Service & is more $ because it's double the work of just Cleaning. If you're doing Full Maid Serice for Cleaning rate, you're Under valuing Your Time.
@@cocobrowny um, ok, I'm not being rude, it's just I don't know what else I could say that's not already been said? But here it is: She explains its helpful for the Client to tidy their belongings before she come to do Her Job of CLEANING, ( I explained the difference between Cleaning and Maid Service)but she then goes on to say she often has to do it anyway bc the Client doesn't for whatever reason. My point, as I said is if She was hired to CLEAN then she needs them to pick their crap up before she comes to clean, otherwise, if she has to pick their crap up, she is doing Work She wasn't hired and more importantly isn't being Paid to Do. That is the Client taking Advantage as well as being generally disrespectful, getting Service - ** HER TIME** - for FREE ! Not just her time either, Cleaning is physical labor, everytime she has to bend or reach to pick clothes etc. up is one more movement toward repetitive stress injury and worn out knees and joints. .... Why do that for FREE? Idk, maybe you enjoy spending your time working for free, but that's usually called Volunteering, personally, my Volunteer hours go elsewhere, somewhere useful and needed other than to people who can't clean their own home. Her time is not free, it's as valuable to her as yours is to you, and mine is to me. So, I was encouraging her to stand up for herself and get paid for the FULL Job she does. ...and also venting at people who disrespect and take advantage of people doing the very work they won't.
That is spot on! The way I thought of it was you have no emotional attachment to a client's things therefore you don't take time to look at things or think overlong about something. I get hung up when cleaning for that reason.
I love this explanation. When I was 21 I could clean a Bed and Breakfast room in no time. Then go home and look at my room and be at a total loss. Thought I was just lazy or something. No. At a B&B or hotel it's usually a pleasant room with the minimum necessary to be comfortable for a few days. I was not responsible for a closet of each guest's clothes, a clothes dresser, memorabilia, etc. I could just make the bed, clean, change towels, and leave. At home...it's tidying, organizing, inventory management, *and* cleaning. It's not impossible, just a different mindset. That's why I set fun challenges for myself, have an energizing song playlist, and never beat myself up for not getting everything done on my insane to do lists. I am not 21 anymore and have a husband and 2 kids to account for in laundry and organizing. 😆
Thank you thank you thank you. I hate when my clients say “why didn’t you clean the table?” when I did, it’s just hard to tell when there is technology, clothes, food, mail, etc. I have NO idea where it goes. I do not live there. I’ll organize it as best as I can but if everything still ends up on the table, it won’t look that clean 🤷♀️
My aunt cleans homes. Her clients already know she doesn’t do that. So everything is put away, beds are made and dishes are washed. She’s just there to clean the actual stuff.
I Make the family put everything away the night before the cleaner comes. Nothing on the floor or on counters so she can do a more thorough job actually disinfecting and cleaning surfaces. Plus I hate looking for items that they had to guess where to put
My mom used to clean 4-5 3,000+ sq ft homes in a day. I think also knowing you have X amount of time keeps you laser focused. Even in your own house if you stay laser focused to finishing a room in X time, you will. Stay focused on the task, don't get distracted on new projects like resorting a drawer or fixing the caulk that is chipping, or checking your kids schedule etc.
It is. You're also being payed so that helps! I have really bad adhd and have lived in piles of garbage and stuff before i managed to get my shit together and come up with a system that kind of keeps things in check. But ive cleaned my neighbors homes for some extra cash before no problem.
As children, my friends and I would totally revamp each other's messy ass rooms no problem, but don't ask us to clean our own. In adulthood I was still organizing certain spaces for others as a nanny (with permission) and it was way easier for me to do. Just categorize, sort, clean, and put away/ organize. With my own mess every ....single...item.... is mental gymnastics before I do literally anything.
I was a house cleaner when I was in college. Most people were pretty neat already & having us in at least once a week made it super easy as well, the big first clean was always the hardest & most time consuming. Just maintaining a consistent schedule can cut down on time spent. Also yes to the not organizing other people's things being a huge factor. We had one guys house who kept it pretty minimal except for one bedroom that he stored everything all in large random piles. We cleaned the carpet & room around the piles.
Yes, it makes perfect sense! In my own home I also realise I'm spending time making decisions about the items as well. Do they stay, do I purpose or do I throw them out! It's exhausting! 🤣🤣💗 TYFS 😊
I feel the same, I just started using a timer and work as fast as I can in that time I allowed (20mins +/-) which sometimes gives me organized items to go through for the next timed cleaning.
Tip about alcohol: 70% is better for sanitizing than 90%. I used to think that higher concentrations of alcohol were better for killing bacteria (because more alcohol = stronger cleaning power right?) but 90% isopropyl alcohol evaporates much faster than 70% so it doesn’t sit on surfaces long enough to really kill bacteria.
This is actually really good to know because one of the things that hinders me from hiring help which I desperately need is thinking I’ll have to tell them what to throw away or not, also I’m just embarrassed but I also need the help for the same reason 😅
I've been a cleaner for a decade plus and honestly we're all just happy to help in any way you want. If you ask for something that is too much you'll either get a polite no or a higher price for more work but no one will judge you so please don't feel embarrassed to ask for help 💞
As a former house cleaner, I agree with the others. Do not feel embarrassed! Cleaners do a lot of different types of jobs… for instance, my first employer cleaned strip clubs, so therefore I had to clean strip clubs. You can only imagine the gross stuff I’ve seen, so cleaning someones home is a million times better, no matter what. I never threw away anything that wasn’t already in the garbage, like receipts or paper bags that I believed were trash. They would get folded and placed neatly somewhere close to where I found them. Cleaners never know what someone else considers trash so we usually don’t throw it away unless you tell us. Those paper bags and receipts could be someone’s child’s art project supplies for all we know, so it’s better safe than sorry.
Same!! My ADD only likes to clean when I'm angry or when I know someone is coming over so it tends to stay sloppy and unorganized, I've been wanting to ask for help going through my late mom's craft supplies but she passed in 2020 and between the pandemic and a million other things, it just hasn't happened.
This is so true! I supported my children for years cleaning houses.I was very blessed that 99% of my clients made sure everything was picked up and put away so I could deep clean. I enjoyed every minute of it! I love to clean kitchens and bathrooms. I don’t clean private homes anymore, however, I am now a custodian on a school campus. I clean the IT building, (two bathrooms & 3classrooms) the PE gym and the competition gym. There are 11 bathrooms (about 33 toilets), 4 big locker rooms, and the stadium seating…not to mention mopping both gyms by hand ! It can be challenging at times, that is what I love about it!
Taking pictures is a helpful tip. When I was cleaning homes I would take a picture of for example where they had everything placed in their bathroom counters or in the corners of the tub area so that after I cleaned it I could put it back like they had it. And although it may be a little time-consuming it was worrisome to me that they would complain that their stuff had been moved or that I had reorganized their belongings. In a situation like stuff on the counter, stuff on the table. Maybe it's not so imperative to worry about putting everything back in the exact same spot but if you feel it's an issue this is also a good tip. Take a picture first refer back to the picture - put everything back where they had it. 👍great channel 👏
I simply clean move 2 or 3 items then clean them and clean under and replace and then keep going. I don't use my phone while cleaning homes as I am concentrating on doing a good job and my phone will be a distraction. I find it simple especially since I deep clean in the beginning and the counters and items stay pretty clean by the next visit.
You can't take photos without the clients permission. It's their property and you must ask a general question about how they feel about taking photos before you do. And if it's taking a lot of your time away from cleaning , I don't suggest doing it. If you can't be trustworthy about returning things to where you found them, tell the client you can't. Maybe they'll do the Tidy before you get there. Just my thoughts. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you. Literally just thank you. People and especially myself get caught up trying to do this perfect and when things take forever like cleaning it just makes me wonder why in the world can’t I be like a house cleaner that just gets it done.. but reality is what you said and I appreciate you putting that out there.
Little spaces friend. Start with little spaces and add on tidying the already organized spaces as you go. Also remembering that there are those of us out here cheering you on. I am a residential maid for four houses and a salon in my area but I have to admit that my house is the last one to be clean lol and somehow keep thinking that my husband who’s on disability is going to take care of it lol O lol!😂be blessed and remember, start with a little space and just add on. You’re gonna do great I just know it!
Yes I've started to recognize that organizing and cleaning are two different things, and it really does help. Sometimes you feel like doing one, but the thought of having to do the other discourages you. But keeping them separate in my mind and in doing them really helps me.
Hey, we are all super busy these days with this or that, so what I suggest is doing exactly as she does in the video sometimes. Then either organize after or do that on certain days or times. Keeping the two separate helps. That way you aren't trying to clean and organize at the same time. There are times it makes sense to do both. If I am going to organize a cabinet, or the fridge, then I'll be taking most everything out, so it only makes sense to wipe them while I'm there. But imo, as far as daily cleaning goes, many times it just has to be like she just did in this video. Then maybe another time I can organize, or at least do what she does, then organize or put away the small piles after. When one tries to do both at the same time, it gets overwhelming and often, neither gets done. I struggled with this for a long time. Another thing I do is multipurpose cleaners. Something that disinfects, but also smells great. That helps. Lastly, go easy on yourself. Again, we are all super busy and it's not easy, so it's ok if your home looks like people actually live there. Don't be hard on yourself.
Yes this is what I do too! My husband is like why are you cleaning before the cleaning ladies? I’m like I’m not cleaning I’m tidying, there’s a difference. I don’t want my cleaning lady to have to waste time moving around clutter, just makes it easier for them to do their job.
@@katphish30 Exactly! My husband would ask why I cleaned before the cleaner came. I kept telling him, I wasn't cleaning, I was tidying not cleaning so she could clean quicker & easier.
Yes, you totally nailed it for me. What is it about cleaning videos like yours that help me be a more conscious tidy-upper? You pointed out something really important to me tidying up......I can get a jump on things keeping misplaced stuff more organized by putting it back where it belongs after I use it, then clean. Love your channel ❤️
I've heard someone say "clean first, don't organize" and it took this video to truly get it. Thank you! ...and the reality is that eventually we need to organize too 🙄 The house looks so much cleaner when things are put away.
Exactly! I’ve had a hard time trying to explain this to people because it’s been so long since I was a house cleaner, but your video is such a helpful example of why I could always clean someone’s house in a few house versus me taking all day on one room in my own house 😂😂😂
That explains so much. I used to clean and so did my mom for wealthier friends for extra money. Their houses were already organized making it so much faster to clean. I’ve been getting down on myself a lot because I have two jobs and I’m trying to go back to school and my house is a disaster. I’ve been like you cleaned like professionally what’s wrong with you, woman? This makes me feel so much better. My house got really bad when I was sick recently and now I feel like it’s too much for just me to control.
I'm a very neat and orderly person and I'm getting older and have a house too big for me to clean. So I have a person come clean my home. Some of them wouldn't do anything because all they would do is organize to make it look better and didn't actually clean. They would spend 45 minutes in a 6000 sq ft house, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, which is bs. They would make flowers in my tissue boxes and ridiculous things like that but they didn't know how to clean. I finally got someone to actually clean my home and I've been very happy with them, they actually clean!!
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Clever YT handle Joanna... it's something I would have done. Anywho, my home is half the size of yours and with the amount of hours I work a week, partially caring foe a family member, providing care for aging pets, I have contemplated hiring help. I could see why you needed someone to come in. I asked some of my family with larger homes and they hired help as well 🤔
That’s ridiculous indeed! As a former house cleaner, the fanciest thing I’d do is fold the toilet paper, it took me less than 5 seconds and I was taught it was a way to communicate that we were actually present and finished cleaning that bathroom. There were so many homes where I could tell someone cleaned up before we came in (usually because they felt embarrassed and didn’t want us to know they were “dirty”) so sometimes all I could do was wipe down surfaces and hope it felt cleaner than before, but not actually cleaning and just folding flowers of tissue is a waste of time and your money. The least they could have done is wipe things down, sweep, mop, and vacuum… I don’t think that’s too hard for anyone to do. I’m glad you finally found someone who knows what they’re doing 😊
@@Susweca5569 I understand why you do that, I have seen in hotels. But i waste a few pieces because another person held it in their hands to fold it. Idk if it's just me or all do that
That's why is hard for me helping other people clean their homes (like my friend's house). To me cleaning and throwing stuff away go hand in hand. I can't just clean around clutter and mess, I have to organize it and put it where it goes, which I can't do at other people's homes.
Ask! Communication is key. If I am doing something in a way my client doesn't like, I can't fix it if they don't tell me! I always tell my clients, hey if I miss something or if you want me to do something a different way, let me know! It's not rude to politely ask. "Hey, would you mind cleaning underneath these items? I would really appreciate it!"
Also be prepared to pay possibly double or triple the price if you want everything moved. It takes 2 to 3 times as long to clean if you move everything to clean. There's nothing wrong with expecting or asking someone to do more, but there's also nothing wrong with them charging you more for doing so.
@@amanda121905 but why wouldn’t you just pick up/move things to clean under/behind anyway!! If you just go around things then you ain’t cleaning properly!
@@amanda121905 but why wouldn’t you just pick up/move things to clean under/behind anyway!! If you just go around things then you ain’t cleaning properly!
@@irenemcgrath7739 I have a client who has a 300lb mirror. I don't move it. I have another client with antiques that I don't touch. It is different for each client. I charge by the hour, so I try to prioritize my cleaning. If they would rather I move the furniture than do the dishes, I do that, but usually they would rather I clean the visible mess. At home I do move and clean under everything.
This is a video/information that every person who cleans their house NEEDS to watch/learn-know. It could/should change their mindset. This is the 2nd time I've seen it...& I think I should watch it every morning as I drink my coffee since it would keep me focused on *How to clean my house!* Straighten.*THEN* clean. Thank you for your Words of Wisdom!
Well said! thanks for pointing this out. I am a home organizer and I have to share with my clients that I am not a cleaner. I find solutions and set up systems for them to remain organized. *I also point out that the less your cleaner has to move around, the faster they can clean and spend less time in your home. I plan to repost and share your wisdom. Thanks! 🙏
I’ve been watching videos for hours today, trying to get motivated. This video has probably helped me the most. This is true and brilliant and simple. Thanks so much for this! I think this will make the most difference in getting me motivated, giving me hope and making a difference. Thank u so much!!!
My family and friends thinks it's hilarious that I prepare my home before the housekeeper comes. I put things away that she can't possibly know where they belong. She cleans and I organize.
Thank you for explaining so succinctly! What you said is exactly what I tell my kids. I don’t clean my own house deeply because I get distracted too easily and don’t finish. We also Declutter every day before the maids come because I don’t want them to have to move anything or worry about clutter! They do me a great service, and I have great respect for their craft. and don’t forget to reward them a few times of year with some extra cash, because they deal with all of your crap!
That makes sooo much sense! And it also explains why it may take longer than at home in some cases. Not speaking professionally.. Like trying to help my parents and having to figure where they normally put things. I would much rather clean the dirty dishes than have to put the clean ones away!! 😫😫
Absolutely! I do home organization and I’m not there to clean. I’ll clean a little bit as I organize but I’m not their house cleaner I am the organizer. I love your videos thank you for your tips❤
YES. I always wondered this too. Thank you for explaining. I also have adhd so I finish half of a cleaning project then get distracted and move on to another one. Then I end up with a bunch of half clean rooms
If you're a homeowner/renter you should already have the right tools, most paid cleaners are using the tools and products of the homeowner, and the homeowner is a professional cleaner of their own home because they know where everything is and where everything goes.
I loved being a cleaner because of the people we helped and the cute pets, but the set in dirt always made the first time we cleaned a house nightmarish; literally 2x as long to scrub on the first day, no matter what supplies we used or how much elbow grease and coffee. We always made sure we did a job we could be proud of though, so it was worth the time lost on day 1 to earn a loyal customer.
I start doing the dishes, and the next thing i know, hours later I'm in my girls room sorting puzzle pieces. Like wtf, how did i end up in here anyway?? 😅
I did this! As a wahm I wanted to treat myself to a cleaner to save me time so I could focus on work but instead I spent the whole day before they came cleaning for the cleaners 😂
You should have things picked up/tidied before the cleaner comes. You are paying good money and they shouldn't be having to spend more time moving things than cleaning.
Back when I had a house cleaner, I would pick up before she came so she could get all the surfaces. But I wouldn't scrub or dust! Major props to people who provide this service.
Makes complete sense!!! I'm also a house cleaner, I do the same thing, tidy up, clean the area, and yes, you can do this much more quickly than if you had to put everything back where it belongs. Thanks for sharing!👍🤗✨️
Having a (truly wonderful) housekeeper has changed my relationship with my house. I actually don’t mind the organizing part but I have germ phobias that make it both difficult to clean and also to have my home dirty. It’s life changing to get that kind of freedom. Thank you for all you do!
This is spot on. I cleaned homes for 9 years. You do exactly what you did in this video. In most cases, the homes were already organized, so it was extra easy. I did do sheets and towels in certain homes. ❤
That actually makes a lot of sense. If I was a house cleaner I wouldn’t want to do extra work with no extra payment lol. You want me to organize your home office? Hire a home organizer! You want the lawn done? Hire a lawn service company! I ain’t doing no extra services without that extra compensation. When it’s your own home you WANT to do these extra things because it’s YOUR OWN home. So it makes sense that it takes extra time to clean your own home when you think about all these different things that you aren’t doing at a clients home like lawn care, organizing, home repairs, laundry, decorating etc. I never realized that until now. I was so amazed at these hours cleaner videos on TikTok and TH-cam where it seemed like they cleaned an entire house faster than I could clean my bed room lol.
Such a good point. In addition, once I put things away and organize, it always sidetracks me to do other things, like going through and purging items, or cleaning out areas I hadn’t planned to!
This is absolutely the best thing I could have watched today. Thank you. Now I will separate the two - cleaning and organising. Are there any other ways you can slice cleaning you think, so that it doesn’t take so long?
When I cleaned other people's houses, I told my clients upfront that they needed to pick up the clutter before I came if they wanted a clean house. They soon learned that they liked the house looking clean and free of clutter, and that encouraged them to keep it that way. A win-win situation for both of us!
One of the best messages I am getting is that it is sooo much easier to clean surfaces than organize STUFF. when I manage to tidy up everyday and put things right where they belong the cleaning part is actually a breeze. It’s the organizing and having too much stuff - and not keeping up with daily upkeep- that makes the house messy first and then not clean ( can’t clean the surfaces bc there is your stuff all over). Sorry if this is obvious to you guys but I’m high IQ and neurospicy .. a sidetracked home executive as Flylady says- and the mundane aspect of keeping a house was always a waste of time to me and a struggle to face.. now I changed my mode after reading and watching lots of videos and seminars.. taking care of my home is taking care of me :) For all those struggling to keep order at home I suggest starting with Flylady. She changed my life and now it all takes 15 minutes a day. Once you get there upkeep is a breeze. You can do it
I would also add that you are not attached or invested in the items in your client's home so it is quick for you to clean your client's house. When it is your own house you are attached to the items and don't want to throw things out. For example, I always wonder how I can reuse something when I should be tossing or giving away the item. I say, I may need that in the future, LOL!
My grandma works as a cleaning lady in NY. She has gone through so much stuff, specially racism, but she does a good job, that’s why she keeps getting clients. She is a master.
This is so true we have to organize, go through everything ,maybe even declutter stuff and get distracted with old stuff which I try to put aside and come back to later. 😊God bless❤
It makes perfect sense, you definitely hit the nail on the head 🌟 Cleaning is one task, organizing is another, you can do them at the same time, but it might not be the most efficient use of time!!!
When my grandmother was alive, I would go with her to clean homes as a teenager. So I learned this early. Thanks for all that you and the housekeepers of the world do! #muchrespect
You also can't get distracted by an old picture and then go through memory lane and dig out your old photo album mid clean and lose 4 hours remembering ancient history and old high school friends etc lol
OMG that is sooo me 🤣🤣
@@jacolagreene9870 same
This happened to me when cleaning and organizing a bookshelf. I started reading some of my books… FIVE hours later, I was surrounded by books I hadn’t put back on the shelves.
& by that time it's time for dinner 🤣💜✌🏽
Love this! How did you know, have you been watching me?!
I love and respect our house cleaners. They are amazing and very helpful.
Thank uuuu❤. As one myself appreciation is always accepted
This makes so much sense! I started cleaning my kitchen the other day, and the next thing I knew I was organizing my cabinets! Lol
🤣 this happens to me all the time
The same here.
Yup. You have to have a plan when you clean. I prefer to organize first then clean after the clutter is cleared.
Glad I’m not the only one. Sometimes I go to put something away from one area to another area then end up organizing that area instead of the area I was planning to clean 🤦🏻♀️
Your a good cleaner 😊
Cleaning other people's homes helped me so much. I saw the way other people organized or failed to. And most importantly I realized how being tidy and putting things away made a home more peaceful and lovely.
This makes so much sense now. I hired a house cleaner earlier this year because I was overwhelmed with my household. The apartment was a mess. However I was never satisfied when she was done because to me it was still a mess. I had expected her to do what I couldn't do, namely tidy up more so than just cleaning. I thought I would show her were everything belonged once and then she would do that so I didn't have to think about it anymore. I discontinued the service after half a year because it wasn't what I needed. Thanks for pointing this out. Until now I was dissatisfied with her work but apparently it was my expectations that were unreasonable. All the best to you!
Yeah, I actually have a friend who cleans our house sometimes (she started as our nanny, we became friends, and she also helps my with cleaning (for pay)). Because we have a relationship, she was able to tell me that I needed to tidy up before she came. She’s cleaning, not tidying for us. And that way I’m not paying her for the time it takes to “move” as much stuff around while she cleans!
Maybe you need to be in assisted living
@@violingirl1349Exactly! For me, having a cleaner gave our family a weekly deadline to reset. We put things away the day before our cleaner comes so she can just clean. During COVID we did a major purge of things we just don't use, and find that we now spend hardly any time tidying since we have so much less stuff.
You might do better hiring a home organizer. Someone who can help you figure out systems that work for your lifestyle to make putting things away easier for you.
@@violingirl1349I'm so glad you pointed this out! I own a small cleaning business, and I always let clients know that it will take longer if they haven't tidied first. Even if I'm not organizing (which my OCD self often does), I still have to move the clutter to clean under it. Some clients pay me to organize. Because I charge by the hour, I'm happy to do whatever needs to be done!
This is actually a strategy I use to clean my house sometimes. In my mind I call it a cosmetic clean. I don’t put stuff away, I just tidy to make it look cosmetically appealing, even if that means certain stuff had to be shoved here or there where it doesn’t necessarily belong. Then I actually get something done instead of giving up!
I call it emergency cleaning/ get it ready for guests cleaning 😂
Right that oh no someone’s going to be here in 20 minutes cleaning. 😳 My kids hate those cleanings 😂
My mom does that but then mail just migrates from room to room until it's lost in a giant pile and you have to pull everything out again to find what you're looking for 😢
...My Grandmother calked that " Company Clean"...to Tidy, quickly dust, Vacumn and make things presentable... .not a " thorough cleaning", just to have Rooms look presentable yet " clean " .
@@pieceofpeace35that’s why we hated having cleaning ladies. Stuff would disappear then turn up where it didn’t belong. Organizing things where they actually go is half of cleaning.
As cleaners, we organize our own stuff because we know where we want everything and how it makes sense TO US. But can you imagine someone coming to your home, rearranging everything while they clean, and then when you need something you have no idea where it goes
So my mom when I was in high school. I’d clean but it wasn’t what she considered clean. And I’d never be able to find anything. 😅
I understand why housecleaners don’t organize clutter but I expect to see that the space it was in was cleaned and also things tidied or put in piles so I can organize it later.
Haha 😂 I always txt my cleaning lady asking where is this and that. Thankfully she remembers everything 😁She is more than a family to me. I paid her even though she wasn’t allowed to come and clean during the pandemic. All her other clients payed her as well. We have to respect and take care of them too.
You just described when my husband cleans our house. Problem is, when I ask where he put something, he says, "I don't know."
@@lilyflare2 mine is such a nightmare when he cleans. He never organizes anything, just makes new piles I have to go through. He can’t understand why I get so pissed and I try to explain to him he’s just making it where you have to deal with everything twice instead of once to put it where it belongs in the first place!
Classic example of what my mom does as a cleaner. When I was a kid she had to take me with her bc there was no one else to watch me and I would help her out by dusting doors and window frames around when I was 8. I learned how to clean well bc of her and as I got older I started having bigger responsibilities like cleaning whole bathrooms on my own for a client and half bathrooms as well, also vacuuming basements and such. It was only until I got my own minimum wage job that I stopped going with her bc I wanted to get paid more lol
I still miss those moments tho
Especially after a long day and we choose what to eat after
Whether I was 8 or 15
I’m in college now away from my mom and this video just reminded me of her, can’t wait to go back home for her birthday coming up✨ :D
Beautiful story. Blessings to you and your Mom.
How beautiful is a daughters love for her mum💕
So beautiful 💖
Best memories are with our loved ones 🥰 we take them for granted until the day we can’t see them. Enjoy your mom to the fullest. 💞
@@anadelgado8661 ❤️🤗❤️
Omg you just blew my mind! I always wondered how my previous home cleaners were able to get things cleaned so much quicker than me!!
Yes ☺️☺️ and for clients who pick up before I get there and there is no clutter I will even do little extra deep clean 🙃
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@@MoreThanCleaning can't believe people leave a mess when you're there to clean, but then entitlement never surprises. You're awesome ☮️💟
@@Toodle.Pipp001 it’s not necessarily entitlement. Some, like me, might be physically disabled and unable to do a pick up or “pre-clean” before the cleaner comes. Or they just had surgery. Or just lost a loved one. Or they have severe depression and can barely make it out of bed to clean themselves, let alone the house.
Someone not doing something doesn’t always mean they’re lazy or entitled. Sometimes they just can’t do it. I’m grateful for wonderful cleaners like this one who are willing and able to come and help. ❤
@@Toodle.Pipp001 my aunt cleaned at people’s houses, and there were litterally people who left a huge mess every week, a lot of clothes on the floor
I just deep cleaned my room and what took the longest was going through my old notebooks and achool stuff, reading them all to decide what's worth keeping and what isn't. The clothes as well, I arranged them into boxes according to seasons and had to wear each piece to decide what would be donated, fixed, etc. The cleaning part took me a single afternoon, windows and all.
The best analogy and answer ever. Thank you!
With my adhd brain this is a STRUGGLE. But what I do for when I need to clean is that I prime myself to go into autopilot and tell my brain “no” whenever I drift off from the task. Podcast/music helps me.
This video reminds me of what I do sometimes when there’s a lot I still have to.. I’ll just tell myself the goal today is to CLEAN. The goal tomorrow will be to ORGANIZE. I’ll dedicate the time to one goal. If I just tell myself I’m doing l the kitchen I’ll get distracted. But if I tell myself I’m getting the kitchen cleaned up then I’ll keep the tasks related to cleaning and not organizing. Otherwise something that should take an hour will take a week.
Just telling yourself to “clean it it’s your friends house” would definitely help stay focused! Thank you for this
This is such good advice. I struggle with attacking the task
@ task initiation is the HARDEST part. Once you start you won’t want to stop!
As a housekeeper I wish more clients who are not used to using a cleaning service knew this... even after you TELL THEM ... somehow they still don't get it ... I had a client who would follow me around the entire time talking and stop me when I'd try to throw away actual trash 🗑️ and then proceed to tell me where it went. yeah that didn't last
😳 yikes 😳
yeah a client like that wouldn't last a hot minute with me. as a housecleaner myself, I tell my clients from the get go that I do zero tidying. if I get there and their house isn't organized I completely skip over the messy parts. it waists soo much more time if you try to do their work.
I'm a cleaner not a butler.
@@lovinazimmerman8478 *wastes so much more time
Exactly… many people don’t understand how our services work at all … if you want organization too then you need to hire a Marie Kondo.
@@cherahsBroll yep👏👏👏
This is why our moms always yelled at us to clean our rooms before the house keepers came ❤ makes much more sense like this! I thoroughly enjoy cleaning/ organizing as well it helps me clear my mind. Thanks to all you wonderful house keepers.
Ooooh that's why my mum would straighten up before the cleaning lady when I was a kid! Once they're done EVERYTHING'S DONE!!!! No need to put away the tidy piles lol
I rememeber hearing jokes about people who clean before the cleaners come but organizing before calling the cleaners is brilliant !😊
As an ex-cleaner, i loooved clients who todyied beforehand, it made cleaning so much simpler. Better than maximalist people who would complain that all their 50 photo frames didnt get dusted properly in the allowed total 2hr cleaning time
I put EVERYTHING away before my cleaners come! This has always made sense to me!
Yes! I had a housekeeper for awhile when I was working as a hospice nurse. The night before she came we would all tidy everything. As I told my kids, I was paying her to clean, not pick up after us.
Yes, we won't organize- we clean. I don't clean your dishes, and I don't pick up your clothes. I'll do your bedding, but I'm not a maid. You pay me $35/hr, you don't want to pay me to fold clothing. If there's any buildup of sh** on the floor, I'll shove it all in a corner and clean under and around
They are emotionally detached from all the things in your house. They can move and through away things without emotional clutter.
They shouldn’t be throwing away anything that is potentially useful or sentimental to the client. Just place it to one side unless it’s very obviously waste.
I really like that you post videos like this in both Spanish and English. I can understand a lot more Spanish than I could ever speak as I'm not fluent, but it helps me learn and work on that. Plus your videos are very informative and enjoyable! Thank you for taking the time to post!!
Well your Ingles is impeccable, I must say. 👍
@@jb-dk2xn well is his native language
Mystery solved!!!! Whew, i feel so relieved, lol 😅
I’ve been a residential cleaner for over 3 years and this is super true, it’s very helpful when clients pick things up before their appointment but since we’re all super busy, that doesn’t always happen. You quickly become a pro at organized chaos, just putting things together that seem to go together but not putting things away unless I know exactly where it goes or the client is there to ask. Cool to see someone explain this! I feel like people often think you’re cheating them or not cleaning thoroughly but there isn’t much to do about personal stuff laying around.
As a former Cleaner, I disagree, if you're hired to Clean, that means to CLEAN. ie:: The removal of dirt, dust, grime, bacteria etc from Surfaces, maybe windows if agreed to., doing laundry also a separate item to be agreed to or not.
Cleaner is meant to Clean Surfaces. NOT spend Their /Your Time Tidying up Other Peoples Personal Belongings First so to be able to clean the surfaces in the home. That job requires a Maid Service & is more $ because it's double the work of just Cleaning.
If you're doing Full Maid Serice for Cleaning rate, you're Under valuing Your Time.
@@thebandplayedon..6145 not really sure what you’re disagreeing with? What did she say that you’re so averse to?
@@cocobrowny um, ok, I'm not being rude, it's just I don't know what else I could say that's not already been said? But here it is:
She explains its helpful for the Client to tidy their belongings before she come to do Her Job of CLEANING, ( I explained the difference between Cleaning and Maid Service)but she then goes on to say she often has to do it anyway bc the Client doesn't for whatever reason.
My point, as I said is if She was hired to CLEAN then she needs them to pick their crap up before she comes to clean, otherwise, if she has to pick their crap up, she is doing Work She wasn't hired and more importantly isn't being Paid to Do.
That is the Client taking Advantage as well as being generally disrespectful, getting Service - ** HER TIME**
- for FREE ! Not just her time either, Cleaning is physical labor, everytime she has to bend or reach to pick clothes etc. up is one more movement toward repetitive stress injury and worn out knees and joints.
.... Why do that for FREE?
Idk, maybe you enjoy spending your time working for free, but that's usually called Volunteering, personally, my Volunteer hours go elsewhere, somewhere useful and needed other than to people who can't clean their own home.
Her time is not free, it's as valuable to her as yours is to you, and mine is to me.
So, I was encouraging her to stand up for herself and get paid for the FULL Job she does. ...and also venting at people who disrespect and take advantage of people doing the very work they won't.
@@cocobrowny I think she means, she wouldn’t, as a cleaner, sort or move their personal belongings. At all. Clean around it!
I always straightened up and picked up clutter before our housekeeper came . Didn't want her to take time away from cleaning and its not her job
That is spot on! The way I thought of it was you have no emotional attachment to a client's things therefore you don't take time to look at things or think overlong about something. I get hung up when cleaning for that reason.
I love this explanation. When I was 21 I could clean a Bed and Breakfast room in no time. Then go home and look at my room and be at a total loss. Thought I was just lazy or something. No. At a B&B or hotel it's usually a pleasant room with the minimum necessary to be comfortable for a few days. I was not responsible for a closet of each guest's clothes, a clothes dresser, memorabilia, etc. I could just make the bed, clean, change towels, and leave. At home...it's tidying, organizing, inventory management, *and* cleaning. It's not impossible, just a different mindset. That's why I set fun challenges for myself, have an energizing song playlist, and never beat myself up for not getting everything done on my insane to do lists. I am not 21 anymore and have a husband and 2 kids to account for in laundry and organizing. 😆
Makes perfect sense! Not to mention when clients are home it can slow a cleaner down too because they usually get chatty or get in the way.
Thank you thank you thank you. I hate when my clients say “why didn’t you clean the table?” when I did, it’s just hard to tell when there is technology, clothes, food, mail, etc. I have NO idea where it goes. I do not live there. I’ll organize it as best as I can but if everything still ends up on the table, it won’t look that clean 🤷♀️
Are those clients expecting you to magically know where all those things go??
My aunt cleans homes. Her clients already know she doesn’t do that. So everything is put away, beds are made and dishes are washed. She’s just there to clean the actual stuff.
I Make the family put everything away the night before the cleaner comes. Nothing on the floor or on counters so she can do a more thorough job actually disinfecting and cleaning surfaces. Plus I hate looking for items that they had to guess where to put
You gotta tell them ahead of time.
@@amaragrace94 that’s the worst part, we do 😬
My mom used to clean 4-5 3,000+ sq ft homes in a day. I think also knowing you have X amount of time keeps you laser focused. Even in your own house if you stay laser focused to finishing a room in X time, you will. Stay focused on the task, don't get distracted on new projects like resorting a drawer or fixing the caulk that is chipping, or checking your kids schedule etc.
I feel like it’s easier to help someone clean their house instead of your own house.
Yep. Go to my sister's house and start cleaning , spend weekend at home and barely do the dishes
It is. You're also being payed so that helps! I have really bad adhd and have lived in piles of garbage and stuff before i managed to get my shit together and come up with a system that kind of keeps things in check. But ive cleaned my neighbors homes for some extra cash before no problem.
As children, my friends and I would totally revamp each other's messy ass rooms no problem, but don't ask us to clean our own. In adulthood I was still organizing certain spaces for others as a nanny (with permission) and it was way easier for me to do. Just categorize, sort, clean, and put away/ organize. With my own mess every ....single...item.... is mental gymnastics before I do literally anything.
Yes!
No emotional attachment to stuff
I was a house cleaner when I was in college. Most people were pretty neat already & having us in at least once a week made it super easy as well, the big first clean was always the hardest & most time consuming. Just maintaining a consistent schedule can cut down on time spent. Also yes to the not organizing other people's things being a huge factor. We had one guys house who kept it pretty minimal except for one bedroom that he stored everything all in large random piles. We cleaned the carpet & room around the piles.
Yes, it makes perfect sense! In my own home I also realise I'm spending time making decisions about the items as well. Do they stay, do I purpose or do I throw them out! It's exhausting! 🤣🤣💗 TYFS 😊
All in asking for is your location and pricing, ma'am.🧐🤔😃
I feel the same, I just started using a timer and work as fast as I can in that time I allowed (20mins +/-) which sometimes gives me organized items to go through for the next timed cleaning.
Tip about alcohol: 70% is better for sanitizing than 90%.
I used to think that higher concentrations of alcohol were better for killing bacteria (because more alcohol = stronger cleaning power right?) but 90% isopropyl alcohol evaporates much faster than 70% so it doesn’t sit on surfaces long enough to really kill bacteria.
This is actually really good to know because one of the things that hinders me from hiring help which I desperately need is thinking I’ll have to tell them what to throw away or not, also I’m just embarrassed but I also need the help for the same reason 😅
I've been a cleaner for a decade plus and honestly we're all just happy to help in any way you want. If you ask for something that is too much you'll either get a polite no or a higher price for more work but no one will judge you so please don't feel embarrassed to ask for help 💞
Definitely just tell the cleaner beforehand not to throw anything but clear trash away
You totally just described me! I have that same problem. This video was a great explanation for me.
As a former house cleaner, I agree with the others. Do not feel embarrassed! Cleaners do a lot of different types of jobs… for instance, my first employer cleaned strip clubs, so therefore I had to clean strip clubs. You can only imagine the gross stuff I’ve seen, so cleaning someones home is a million times better, no matter what.
I never threw away anything that wasn’t already in the garbage, like receipts or paper bags that I believed were trash. They would get folded and placed neatly somewhere close to where I found them. Cleaners never know what someone else considers trash so we usually don’t throw it away unless you tell us. Those paper bags and receipts could be someone’s child’s art project supplies for all we know, so it’s better safe than sorry.
Same!! My ADD only likes to clean when I'm angry or when I know someone is coming over so it tends to stay sloppy and unorganized, I've been wanting to ask for help going through my late mom's craft supplies but she passed in 2020 and between the pandemic and a million other things, it just hasn't happened.
This is so true! I supported my children for years cleaning houses.I was very blessed that 99% of my clients made sure everything was picked up and put away so I could deep clean. I enjoyed every minute of it! I love to clean kitchens and bathrooms. I don’t clean private homes anymore, however, I am now a custodian on a school campus. I clean the IT building, (two bathrooms & 3classrooms) the PE gym and the competition gym. There are 11 bathrooms (about 33 toilets), 4 big locker rooms, and the stadium seating…not to mention mopping both gyms by hand ! It can be challenging at times, that is what I love about it!
Taking pictures is a helpful tip. When I was cleaning homes I would take a picture of for example where they had everything placed in their bathroom counters or in the corners of the tub area so that after I cleaned it I could put it back like they had it. And although it may be a little time-consuming it was worrisome to me that they would complain that their stuff had been moved or that I had reorganized their belongings. In a situation like stuff on the counter, stuff on the table. Maybe it's not so imperative to worry about putting everything back in the exact same spot but if you feel it's an issue this is also a good tip. Take a picture first refer back to the picture - put everything back where they had it.
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this is brilliant so they cant lie and say you stole it....nothing shuts a karen up like "I have photo evidence" lolll
I simply clean move 2 or 3 items then clean them and clean under and replace and then keep going. I don't use my phone while cleaning homes as I am concentrating on doing a good job and my phone will be a distraction.
I find it simple especially since I deep clean in the beginning and the counters and items stay pretty clean by the next visit.
You can't take photos without the clients permission. It's their property and you must ask a general question about how they feel about taking photos before you do. And if it's taking a lot of your time away from cleaning , I don't suggest doing it. If you can't be trustworthy about returning things to where you found them, tell the client you can't. Maybe they'll do the Tidy before you get there. Just my thoughts. Thanks for sharing.
This code was a game changer for me!!!!!❤ thank you so much I put everything thing in a pile …. F it. I can always come back later and organize.
It’s so true!!! Plus the at home constant distractions that you don’t get while cleaning a clients home… unless they’re home and love to bother
Makes absolute sense. Thank you. I thought I was just losing my mind or was just horrible at cleaning.
Thank you. Literally just thank you. People and especially myself get caught up trying to do this perfect and when things take forever like cleaning it just makes me wonder why in the world can’t I be like a house cleaner that just gets it done.. but reality is what you said and I appreciate you putting that out there.
You're an angel. Honestly the level of goodness it takes to be so careful with other peoples things while you clean their house....
This just gave me that boost I need to clean. Because I often feel overwhelmed 😔 but keeping this in mind helps.
Little spaces friend. Start with little spaces and add on tidying the already organized spaces as you go. Also remembering that there are those of us out here cheering you on. I am a residential maid for four houses and a salon in my area but I have to admit that my house is the last one to be clean lol and somehow keep thinking that my husband who’s on disability is going to take care of it lol O lol!😂be blessed and remember, start with a little space and just add on. You’re gonna do great I just know it!
Yes I've started to recognize that organizing and cleaning are two different things, and it really does help. Sometimes you feel like doing one, but the thought of having to do the other discourages you. But keeping them separate in my mind and in doing them really helps me.
Hey, we are all super busy these days with this or that, so what I suggest is doing exactly as she does in the video sometimes. Then either organize after or do that on certain days or times. Keeping the two separate helps. That way you aren't trying to clean and organize at the same time. There are times it makes sense to do both. If I am going to organize a cabinet, or the fridge, then I'll be taking most everything out, so it only makes sense to wipe them while I'm there. But imo, as far as daily cleaning goes, many times it just has to be like she just did in this video. Then maybe another time I can organize, or at least do what she does, then organize or put away the small piles after. When one tries to do both at the same time, it gets overwhelming and often, neither gets done. I struggled with this for a long time. Another thing I do is multipurpose cleaners. Something that disinfects, but also smells great. That helps. Lastly, go easy on yourself. Again, we are all super busy and it's not easy, so it's ok if your home looks like people actually live there. Don't be hard on yourself.
I don’t know why but this video brought me so much peace. Thank you!
OH MY GOD this explains why i struggle ckeanibg my room but i can help a friend tidy with no issue. u just helped me with a huge mental block!
Thank you for helping me let go of the guilt of not being able to work as fast as my beloved housekeepers.
this explains why my grandma always cleaned before her housekeeper came over lmao
No she didn't clean. She tidied up so someone else could clean.
It’s not cleaning, it’s decluttering and organizing to have the space open for them to clean and disinfect
I do that. I put everything away before the cleaner comes.
Yes this is what I do too! My husband is like why are you cleaning before the cleaning ladies? I’m like I’m not cleaning I’m tidying, there’s a difference. I don’t want my cleaning lady to have to waste time moving around clutter, just makes it easier for them to do their job.
@@katphish30 Exactly! My husband would ask why I cleaned before the cleaner came. I kept telling him, I wasn't cleaning, I was tidying not cleaning so she could clean quicker & easier.
I really need to hire a cleaner again, you're such wonderful people who make everything so much better.
Yes, you totally nailed it for me. What is it about cleaning videos like yours that help me be a more conscious tidy-upper? You pointed out something really important to me tidying up......I can get a jump on things keeping misplaced stuff more organized by putting it back where it belongs after I use it, then clean. Love your channel ❤️
I've heard someone say "clean first, don't organize" and it took this video to truly get it. Thank you! ...and the reality is that eventually we need to organize too 🙄 The house looks so much cleaner when things are put away.
Exactly! I’ve had a hard time trying to explain this to people because it’s been so long since I was a house cleaner, but your video is such a helpful example of why I could always clean someone’s house in a few house versus me taking all day on one room in my own house 😂😂😂
That explains so much. I used to clean and so did my mom for wealthier friends for extra money. Their houses were already organized making it so much faster to clean. I’ve been getting down on myself a lot because I have two jobs and I’m trying to go back to school and my house is a disaster. I’ve been like you cleaned like professionally what’s wrong with you, woman? This makes me feel so much better. My house got really bad when I was sick recently and now I feel like it’s too much for just me to control.
This is why I love helping my friends clean their places! It's just easier and then they get to have a clean space
True, that’s why we need helpers at home that would do it like us
I'm a very neat and orderly person and I'm getting older and have a house too big for me to clean. So I have a person come clean my home. Some of them wouldn't do anything because all they would do is organize to make it look better and didn't actually clean. They would spend 45 minutes in a 6000 sq ft house, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, which is bs. They would make flowers in my tissue boxes and ridiculous things like that but they didn't know how to clean. I finally got someone to actually clean my home and I've been very happy with them, they actually clean!!
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Clever YT handle Joanna... it's something I would have done. Anywho, my home is half the size of yours and with the amount of hours I work a week, partially caring foe a family member, providing care for aging pets, I have contemplated hiring help. I could see why you needed someone to come in. I asked some of my family with larger homes and they hired help as well 🤔
That’s ridiculous indeed! As a former house cleaner, the fanciest thing I’d do is fold the toilet paper, it took me less than 5 seconds and I was taught it was a way to communicate that we were actually present and finished cleaning that bathroom. There were so many homes where I could tell someone cleaned up before we came in (usually because they felt embarrassed and didn’t want us to know they were “dirty”) so sometimes all I could do was wipe down surfaces and hope it felt cleaner than before, but not actually cleaning and just folding flowers of tissue is a waste of time and your money. The least they could have done is wipe things down, sweep, mop, and vacuum… I don’t think that’s too hard for anyone to do. I’m glad you finally found someone who knows what they’re doing 😊
@@Susweca5569 I understand why you do that, I have seen in hotels. But i waste a few pieces because another person held it in their hands to fold it. Idk if it's just me or all do that
I used to be a housekeeper and I TOTALLY get it🙂👍
That's why is hard for me helping other people clean their homes (like my friend's house). To me cleaning and throwing stuff away go hand in hand. I can't just clean around clutter and mess, I have to organize it and put it where it goes, which I can't do at other people's homes.
I am so thankful for the awesome woman who cleans my home.
Man I wish our cleaning person would literally pick up anything at all. She doesn’t move anything or clean under/behind anything. You’re the best!
Ask! Communication is key. If I am doing something in a way my client doesn't like, I can't fix it if they don't tell me! I always tell my clients, hey if I miss something or if you want me to do something a different way, let me know! It's not rude to politely ask.
"Hey, would you mind cleaning underneath these items? I would really appreciate it!"
Also be prepared to pay possibly double or triple the price if you want everything moved. It takes 2 to 3 times as long to clean if you move everything to clean. There's nothing wrong with expecting or asking someone to do more, but there's also nothing wrong with them charging you more for doing so.
@@amanda121905 but why wouldn’t you just pick up/move things to clean under/behind anyway!! If you just go around things then you ain’t cleaning properly!
@@amanda121905 but why wouldn’t you just pick up/move things to clean under/behind anyway!! If you just go around things then you ain’t cleaning properly!
@@irenemcgrath7739 I have a client who has a 300lb mirror. I don't move it. I have another client with antiques that I don't touch. It is different for each client. I charge by the hour, so I try to prioritize my cleaning. If they would rather I move the furniture than do the dishes, I do that, but usually they would rather I clean the visible mess.
At home I do move and clean under everything.
This is a video/information that every person who cleans their house NEEDS to watch/learn-know. It could/should change their mindset. This is the 2nd time I've seen it...& I think I should watch it every morning as I drink my coffee since it would keep me focused on *How to clean my house!* Straighten.*THEN* clean. Thank you for your Words of Wisdom!
So true what you said about cleaning your own home. I didn’t even realize it’s like that til I hear it from this video
Well said! thanks for pointing this out. I am a home organizer and I have to share with my clients that I am not a cleaner.
I find solutions and set up systems for them to remain organized.
*I also point out that the less your cleaner has to move around, the faster they can clean and spend less time in your home.
I plan to repost and share your wisdom.
Thanks! 🙏
my mom has a cleaning company and this is exactly what they do ; also your doing an amazing job !!
I’ve been watching videos for hours today, trying to get motivated. This video has probably helped me the most. This is true and brilliant and simple. Thanks so much for this! I think this will make the most difference in getting me motivated, giving me hope and making a difference. Thank u so much!!!
My family and friends thinks it's hilarious that I prepare my home before the housekeeper comes. I put things away that she can't possibly know where they belong. She cleans and I organize.
Thank you for explaining so succinctly! What you said is exactly what I tell my kids. I don’t clean my own house deeply because I get distracted too easily and don’t finish. We also Declutter every day before the maids come because I don’t want them to have to move anything or worry about clutter! They do me a great service, and I have great respect for their craft. and don’t forget to reward them a few times of year with some extra cash, because they deal with all of your crap!
That makes sooo much sense!
And it also explains why it may take longer than at home in some cases. Not speaking professionally.. Like trying to help my parents and having to figure where they normally put things. I would much rather clean the dirty dishes than have to put the clean ones away!! 😫😫
I appreciate this explanation. It makes me not feel bad that I’m not as efficient as a hired person when it comes to cleaning. Thank you.
Absolutely! I do home organization and I’m not there to clean. I’ll clean a little bit as I organize but I’m not their house cleaner I am the organizer. I love your videos thank you for your tips❤
Oh! So this is the secret to quick cleaning! Thank you so much for this informative video 👍.
This is why I was horrible as a house cleaner… I would be there ALL day cuz I would clean it like I was cleaning my house… they wud kick me out lol
YES. I always wondered this too. Thank you for explaining. I also have adhd so I finish half of a cleaning project then get distracted and move on to another one. Then I end up with a bunch of half clean rooms
I love how much thought you put in to thoroughly explain the sequence and the differences in process for both
This was helpful! Thank you 💞✨
Also... you're a professional! You know what you're doing, and you have all the right tools👍🏻
yes
If you're a homeowner/renter you should already have the right tools, most paid cleaners are using the tools and products of the homeowner, and the homeowner is a professional cleaner of their own home because they know where everything is and where everything goes.
I loved being a cleaner because of the people we helped and the cute pets, but the set in dirt always made the first time we cleaned a house nightmarish; literally 2x as long to scrub on the first day, no matter what supplies we used or how much elbow grease and coffee. We always made sure we did a job we could be proud of though, so it was worth the time lost on day 1 to earn a loyal customer.
I start doing the dishes, and the next thing i know, hours later I'm in my girls room sorting puzzle pieces. Like wtf, how did i end up in here anyway?? 😅
Your an amazing asset to society. Thank you!
Yes! At your own house, especially if you're a mom, there are also SO many distractions and/or thinks you're simultaneously multitasking.
This actually made me feel better about cleaning so slow. I always wondered how some people are so fast.
The people I know who have cleaners, clean first before the cleaners come 😂😂
I did this! As a wahm I wanted to treat myself to a cleaner to save me time so I could focus on work but instead I spent the whole day before they came cleaning for the cleaners 😂
You should have things picked up/tidied before the cleaner comes. You are paying good money and they shouldn't be having to spend more time moving things than cleaning.
Back when I had a house cleaner, I would pick up before she came so she could get all the surfaces. But I wouldn't scrub or dust! Major props to people who provide this service.
yeah they essentially sort their mess out first before the cleaners come so that the cleaners can actually clean.
Fascinating thing - knowing the difference between tidying and cleaning.
Makes complete sense!!! I'm also a house cleaner, I do the same thing, tidy up, clean the area, and yes, you can do this much more quickly than if you had to put everything back where it belongs. Thanks for sharing!👍🤗✨️
Correct answer: you have a super power:)
Having a (truly wonderful) housekeeper has changed my relationship with my house. I actually don’t mind the organizing part but I have germ phobias that make it both difficult to clean and also to have my home dirty. It’s life changing to get that kind of freedom. Thank you for all you do!
My cleaning goals😎
I also get overwhelmed with my own mess!! Someone else’s I get excited
OMG I feel you 😅😅 me too
This is spot on. I cleaned homes for 9 years. You do exactly what you did in this video. In most cases, the homes were already organized, so it was extra easy. I did do sheets and towels in certain homes. ❤
She's EXACTLY right! I've been a high end professional cleaner myself.
That actually makes a lot of sense. If I was a house cleaner I wouldn’t want to do extra work with no extra payment lol. You want me to organize your home office? Hire a home organizer! You want the lawn done? Hire a lawn service company! I ain’t doing no extra services without that extra compensation. When it’s your own home you WANT to do these extra things because it’s YOUR OWN home. So it makes sense that it takes extra time to clean your own home when you think about all these different things that you aren’t doing at a clients home like lawn care, organizing, home repairs, laundry, decorating etc. I never realized that until now. I was so amazed at these hours cleaner videos on TikTok and TH-cam where it seemed like they cleaned an entire house faster than I could clean my bed room lol.
Your tip is worth more than gold! Thank you
loved this straightforward explanation with videos and voice over! great short 💜
Such a good point. In addition, once I put things away and organize, it always sidetracks me to do other things, like going through and purging items, or cleaning out areas I hadn’t planned to!
This is absolutely the best thing I could have watched today. Thank you. Now I will separate the two - cleaning and organising. Are there any other ways you can slice cleaning you think, so that it doesn’t take so long?
When I cleaned other people's houses, I told my clients upfront that they needed to pick up the clutter before I came if they wanted a clean house. They soon learned that they liked the house looking clean and free of clutter, and that encouraged them to keep it that way. A win-win situation for both of us!
One of the best messages I am getting is that it is sooo much easier to clean surfaces than organize STUFF. when I manage to tidy up everyday and put things right where they belong the cleaning part is actually a breeze. It’s the organizing and having too much stuff - and not keeping up with daily upkeep- that makes the house messy first and then not clean ( can’t clean the surfaces bc there is your stuff all over). Sorry if this is obvious to you guys but I’m high IQ and neurospicy .. a sidetracked home executive as Flylady says- and the mundane aspect of keeping a house was always a waste of time to me and a struggle to face.. now I changed my mode after reading and watching lots of videos and seminars.. taking care of my home is taking care of me :)
For all those struggling to keep order at home I suggest starting with Flylady. She changed my life and now it all takes 15 minutes a day. Once you get there upkeep is a breeze. You can do it
I have MAD respect for cleaners. They are the one's who put society back on their feet. They deserve more resoect than any other profession. IMO.
I would also add that you are not attached or invested in the items in your client's home so it is quick for you to clean your client's house. When it is your own house you are attached to the items and don't want to throw things out. For example, I always wonder how I can reuse something when I should be tossing or giving away the item. I say, I may need that in the future, LOL!
My grandma works as a cleaning lady in NY. She has gone through so much stuff, specially racism, but she does a good job, that’s why she keeps getting clients. She is a master.
YES, THAT MAKES SENSE 💯
This is so true we have to organize, go through everything ,maybe even declutter stuff and get distracted with old stuff which I try to put aside and come back to later. 😊God bless❤
great job, lady!
Aghhh u finally explained why i get so overwhelmed when I clean my own space. Thanks for this!!!
This made a LOT of sense and made me understand why it takes me SO long to do anything (and it hardly takes any time for it to get messed up again.)
Thank you! This advice helped me clean the bedroom and bathroom before my husband got home with groceries! He liked the surprise 🎉
It makes perfect sense, you definitely hit the nail on the head 🌟 Cleaning is one task, organizing is another, you can do them at the same time, but it might not be the most efficient use of time!!!
When my grandmother was alive, I would go with her to clean homes as a teenager. So I learned this early. Thanks for all that you and the housekeepers of the world do! #muchrespect