Cleaning the house is a labor of love, but even the most diligent routines can miss a few sneaky spots. If your house is clean but still feels just a little bit “off,” chances are good that one of these often overlooked areas is the culprit. Let’s take a closer look at the top ten places where people forget to clean and offer simple tips to keep them fresh and grime-free.
1. Ceiling Fans and Light Fixtures
Out of sight, out of mind—until you look up and see a layer of dust. Ceiling fans can distribute dust all over your room every time they spin, while light fixtures attract cobwebs and bugs. Use a microfiber duster with an adjustable handle or a pillowcase to catch the dust without letting it drop everywhere.
2. Baseboards
Baseboards quietly collect dust, pet fur, and scuff marks. You won’t even notice it’s happening until you’re sitting on the floor or going over the top with cleaning. Wipe them clean with a damp cloth and a couple of drops of dish soap. A magic eraser is great for scuffs!
3. Under Furniture
That area under your couch or bed? It’s just the place for dust bunnies, missing toys, and crumb spills. Sweep with a flat mop or vacuum attachment at least once a month—or more if you have pets.
4. Door Handles and Light Switches
These are germ-catching places, especially during cold and flu season. Sanitize door handles, light switches, and drawer pulls with a weekly cloth wipe using rubbing alcohol or disinfectant spray.
5. Curtains and Blinds
Dust sticks to both fabric and slatted blinds. Don’t ignore window cleaning when vacuuming or dusting the room. Vacuum curtains with a soft-brush attachment or wash and store washable ones. Close blinds and wipe with a microfiber cloth, then flip over.
6. Refrigerator Coils
Dirty coils can make your fridge work harder, waste energy, and reduce its lifespan. Take your fridge out of the wall every six months and sweep or vacuum the coils (usually at the back or bottom).
7. Behind Appliances
Crumbs, grease, and spills love to hide in the oven or washing machine. Slide them out every now and then to vacuum and clean the wall and floor. It’s also a good time to check for leaks or pests.
8. Trash Cans
Even liners get filled up with garbage fast. Clean them out every week with hot water and disinfectant. Don’t miss the lid and the bottom—those get touched with dirty fingers.
9. Bathroom Exhaust Fans
Your bathroom fan is fantastic at reducing moisture, but it gets full of dust over time. Turn off the fan, remove the cover, and vacuum out the grime. Clean the cover before putting it back on.
10. Remote Controls and Electronics
Remote controls, game controllers, and keyboards are used frequently with minimal cleaning. Wipe them down with a disinfecting cloth or wipe with isopropyl alcohol. Just avoid soaking any device or getting water into crevices.
Let Us Handle the Hidden Dirt for You
If cleaning these overlooked areas feels daunting to add to your routine, don’t worry, help is on the way. At BlueSpring Cleaning, we pay attention to the spots most people miss, making sure your house is not only cleaned but fully refreshed.
Give us a call today to schedule a professional cleaning service and enjoy the perks of a freshly sanitized space without lifting a finger.
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