Cleaning your home doesn’t have to be a time-consuming task that takes up your entire day. Professional cleaners know the tricks of the trade to get the job done efficiently while still delivering excellent results. By adopting these time-saving strategies, you too can speed up your cleaning routine and enjoy a spotless home with less effort.
Stay tuned to the very end of this post and I’ll share my 11th bonus tip I use every time I clean.
If you are new to the blog, welcome! I blog and make videos about cleaning, decluttering, and organizing. You can find my free printables to help you get organized in the drop down menu under the Printables category at the top of this page. Here are 10 speed cleaning tips the pros use that can transform how you approach cleaning your space.
10 Speed Cleaning Tips the Pros Use
1. Start with a Declutter
Before you begin cleaning, remove any clutter. Professional cleaners always declutter first, as it allows them to clean surfaces without needing to shift items around constantly.
- Tip: Have a basket or bin handy for collecting items that don’t belong in the room. You can sort through them after cleaning is finished.
- Why it works: With clutter out of the way, you’ll have fewer obstacles and can clean more efficiently.
2. Work Top to Bottom
A golden rule for professional cleaners is to always clean from the top down. This way, any dust or dirt that falls as you clean will be picked up when you move to lower surfaces.
- Tip: Start with dusting ceiling fans, light fixtures, and shelves before moving on to counters, tables, and floors.
- Why it works: You won’t have to clean the same surface twice, which saves you time in the long run.
3. Use the Right Tools and Products
Having the right tools and products on hand is key to cleaning like a pro. Use microfiber cloths, which pick up dust and dirt better than regular cloths. A good multi-surface cleaner can also speed things up by allowing you to clean different areas with one product.
- Tip: Keep a small caddy with your essential cleaning tools and products for easy access as you move from room to room.
- Why it works: Using the correct tools for the job reduces the time spent scrubbing or going over surfaces multiple times.
4. Set a Timer
Professional cleaners often work under time constraints, which pushes them to stay focused. You can do the same by setting a timer for each room or area.
- Tip: Give yourself 15-20 minutes per room. Stay on task and avoid distractions like checking your phone or wandering off.
- Why it works: Working against the clock helps you stay motivated and prevents cleaning from dragging out.
5. Clean One Room at a Time
Rather than bouncing between rooms, focus on cleaning one room completely before moving on to the next. This helps you stay organized and gives a sense of accomplishment as you finish each area.
- Tip: Start with the easiest room to build momentum, then move on to the more challenging areas.
- Why it works: Concentrating on one room at a time prevents backtracking and ensures each space gets a thorough, efficient clean.
6. Use the Two-Handed Method
Professional cleaners are efficient because they use both hands while working. With one hand, they clean surfaces, and with the other, they move objects or carry a tool.
- Tip: Hold a cleaning cloth in one hand and a spray bottle in the other, so you’re always ready to clean without pausing.
- Why it works: This multitasking method allows you to clean faster and minimizes downtime between actions.
7. Keep Moving Without Backtracking
Professional cleaners move efficiently by developing a pattern—usually clockwise or counterclockwise—around the room. This prevents them from revisiting areas they’ve already cleaned.
- Tip: Choose a starting point in the room and work in a consistent direction, finishing one area before moving on to the next.
- Why it works: This ensures no areas are missed and prevents unnecessary re-cleaning of spots you’ve already tackled.
8. Use Multi-Tasking Products
Using a multi-purpose cleaner can be a real time-saver. Instead of switching between multiple cleaning products for different surfaces, use one product that can tackle countertops, mirrors, and other areas.
- Tip: Invest in a high-quality all-purpose cleaner that works on glass, wood, and tile surfaces to cut down on the number of products you use.
- Why it works: Fewer products mean less time spent switching between them, allowing you to clean multiple surfaces in one go.
9. Focus on High-Traffic Areas
Professional cleaners prioritize high-traffic areas, like the kitchen, bathroom, and living room, where dirt and grime accumulate more quickly.
- Tip: Spend more time cleaning areas that are used daily and less time on rooms that don’t see as much traffic.
- Why it works: This targeted approach ensures the areas that matter most stay clean, while low-use spaces don’t take up too much of your time.
10. Finish with the Floors
Always leave cleaning the floors for last. Vacuuming or mopping after dusting and wiping down surfaces ensures you pick up all the dirt and dust that may have fallen.
- Tip: Quickly vacuum or mop floors after cleaning the rest of the room to remove any lingering dirt and give the space a final polished look.
- Why it works: Cleaning the floors last means you won’t have to go over them again if dirt or dust falls during other cleaning tasks.
Speed cleaning doesn’t mean cutting corners; it’s about cleaning smarter, not harder.
Bonus tip #11: Speaking of cleaning smarter and not harder, I promised you I’d share my bonus tip number 11. My speed cleaning tip that I do every time I clean is to spray my hard surfaces, like sinks, showers, toilets, and tubs and allow to product to soak while I clean the rest of the home. By allowing this product to sit on the surface, it will begin breaking down the dirt and grime making it far easier to clean.
By following these professional tips, you can cut down on cleaning time while still achieving excellent results. Whether you’re doing a quick tidy-up or a more thorough clean, these techniques will help you get the job done fast and efficiently.
Start applying these tips today and transform the way you clean!
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