THE VACATION RENTAL EXPERIENCE

There is a lot of talk out there about vacation rentals in Prescott.  Some are in support and some are against the vacation rental industry here in Prescott and the surrounding communities.  Regardless of what side of the fence you are on, the fact is that people want to come here and enjoy the many things this area has to offer. 

The Prescott area continues to be named “The Best” in many publications and surveys including:

#1     “Best Place to Retire” – escapehere.com
#13     “Happiest Healthiest City” in the country – Sunset Magazine
#5    “Best Arizona Attraction” – USA TODAY
#3    “100 Best Places To Retire” – topretirements.com
#1    “Best Destination for Nature Lovers” – Expedia

With all of this in mind, owners of vacation rentals need quality, professional and reliable service to keep the properties in shape and cleaned between renters.  Many owners work out of the area or just don’t have the time to manage the maintenance and cleaning required to provide a successful vacation rental.  It is important to have a bonded and insured company overseeing the ongoing cleaning schedule.

The company should:
*Provide quality cleaning
*Handle laundry service
*Monitor condition of the property
*Report damage or excessive use
*Provide pictures of property condition to owner
*Be available to make minor repairs
*Report daily maintenance issues such as light bulbs, batteries in fire alarms
*Restock supplies and snacks
*Take care of outside yard maintenance
*Respond to renters needs when requested
*Provide professional window and floor cleaning

I am sometimes amazed at how lucky I am

to be able to live every day in a place that many people spend their valuable vacation time to visit.  I am able to look out my window and watch as people from all walks of life enjoy the trails and the outdoors.  It is very important that visitors are able to return to a clean and comfortable place to stay while here.  It is our goal at Prescott Maid to Order to help owners provide a positive and wonderful experience for their renters.

Get Your Home Ready For Spring

This is the time of year that we start thinking about warmer weather.  There are things that need to be done to prepare your home for the upcoming Spring and Summer.  Spring and Fall are optimum times during the year to take care of several semiannual tasks around the house.

The outside of your home is where you will be spending much of your time as the weather continues to warm up and the leaves start to come back.  Clear gutters and downspouts of debris and leaves that have collected throughout the year.  Consider some new landscape projects, tree planting, designing the garden you’ve always wanted, adding a deck or adding rock landscape.  It’s time to start planning these projects and preparing the ground, clearing out old plants, bushes, trees and weeds to make way for your outdoor dream yard.

Don’t forget the top of your house that protects everything inside.  Inspect the roof for loose, broken or missing shingles or tiles.  You may want to have a professional roofer do an inspection so that you are confident that you are ready for the summer monsoon season.  If you have a wood burning fireplace, this is a good time to have the chimney swept and checked for excessive soot, leaves, bird nests etc.

Windows, windows, windows!  How else to enjoy the outdoors while inside than to have beautiful sparkling clean windows.  Make sure that the window cleaning includes cleaning out the tracks and cleaning the screens.  Look up high and down low. Other interior spring cleaning tasks would include cleaning the fans and light fixtures, getting up and getting all the dust off of those high pot shelves and cleaning doors and door frames. Down low would be cleaning under beds, couches and scrubbing those baseboards that collect so much dust.

Lastly, but very importantly, would be to test all of your emergency systems including fire and smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.  Replace batteries and make sure all systems are clean, charged and in working order.

Hire professionals that are bonded, insured and businesses that are locally owned.  They can make sure the jobs are done correctly and safely, and you can feel good that you are contributing to the health of our Quad City area economy.

We here are Maid to Order hope you have a beautiful and clean spring!!
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Prescott Maid to Order has tips on washing the windows at your Prescott home

Clean windows literally make the difference in how you see the world. Prescott Maid to Order recommends some quick, easy steps to clean the windows in your Prescott home.

Materials

• A soft-bristled brush
• White vinegar or dishwashing liquid
• Bucket
• Large sponges
• Flexible rubber squeegees with extension poles (if necessary)
• Lint-free cloths (anything previously rinsed with fabric softener will streak your windows)
• Rubber gloves
• Straight-edged razor blades
• A sturdy ladder
• Dry towel
• Ammonia-free all-purpose cleaner

Directions

• To avoid water spots, wash the windows when there is no direct sunlight shining on them.
• Remove cobwebs and loose dirt by brushing the sills and frames of with a soft-bristled brush.
• Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar (or a few drops of dishwashing liquid) and hot water.
• Wet (not drench) your sponge with your cleaning solution and wipe the dirt away
• Wet the squeegee blade (a dry one will skip) and starting at the upper corner of the glass draw the squeegee down in one motion and repeat across from one corner to the other. After each stroke wipe the rubber blade with a lint-free cloth.
• Use a towel along the sill to catch drips.
• Draw the squeegee across the bottom of the window to finish it and dry the sill with a clean towel.
• Clean the frames using a dry cloth dampened with an ammonia-free all-purpose cleaner. Rinse thoroughly with a clean, barely-damp cloth to remove the cleaning solution and dry immediately.

Sparkling clean windows rejuvenate a home. Now that the holidays are around the corner, it's a good time to make sure the windows at your Prescott home are bright and shining clean. If you want lovely windows but don't have the time, let us provide customized cleaning services with great customer service for your home. For a free quote, call the window cleaning experts at Prescott Maid to Order today at 928-899-8518. Learn more at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order shares tips for bathroom cleaning at your Prescott home - Part 1

Who wants to clean the bathroom in your Prescott home? Seriously. You may love it when it's done but no one (do they?) thinks it's a joy to clean. Cleaning it is a complete must, but that doesn't mean it can't be made a lot easier. Try these tips on bathroom cleaning from Prescott Maid to Order to see for yourself.

Use mouthwash to clean the toilet bowl.
Pour a quarter cup of your favorite blue mouthwash into the toilet and let it sit for 30 to 45 minutes then scrub and flush. All done.

Use a lemon to remove water spots.
It’s surprisingly simple and cheap to get rid of water spots. Rub a cut lemon over your spotted chrome fixtures and those bothersome spots should disappear instantly. All done.

Put your toothbrush holder in your dishwasher.
Holder, not toothbrush! Toothbrush holders can get disgusting. To get yours completely clean all you have to do is throw it in the dishwasher. All done.

Use nail polish to prevent rust.
Any metal cans that sit on your counter or inside your shower have a tendency to rust. To prevent rust, just paint a couple of coats of clear nail polish around the metal rims and voila! Problem solved.

Soak your shower head.
To remove hard water residue and bring new life to your shower head, just remove the head and let soak in a bowl or plastic bag full of vinegar for a few hours. All done.

Use Rain-X.
Rain-X is meant to keep windshields clear during heavy storms but it works surprisingly well on your glass shower doors to prevent water droplets from drying on the glass.

If these tips didn't do enough to convince you that cleaning the bathroom can be fast and easy, then call the Prescott home cleaning experts at Prescott Maid to Order. We are experts in all phases of cleaning, and also provide excellent customer service. Are you ready for some help, one time or on a regular basis? Call Prescott Maid to Order today at 928-899-8518 or visit us online at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order: Why you should hire a professional house cleaning service for your Prescott home - Part 2

Still not convinced you should hire a professional cleaning service for your Prescott home?  Prescott Maid to Order has more reasons you need this.

The floors. All of the dirt eventually ends up on the floor. No matter the floor type, all floors should be thoroughly cleaned every two weeks or that dirt starts to settle in for good. Are you really going to do that deep clean every other week? The pros will.

A better job. Don’t take this the wrong way, but we all learn to ignore our own dirt. The pros look at your home the way your guests look at it - and make sure it’s up to par. We should probably talk about procrastination at some point too, but it can wait a bit longer.

You’ll love your home even more. You know how a sandwich always tastes better when someone else makes it? Your home is the same way. Instead of your home being an endless list of chores always staring you down, let your home be a sanctuary from your To-Do list.

You’ll have more time. Time is the great equalizer. We all have the same amount every day and we are all about an hour short of what we need. So hire a pro to get things done while you’re doing all that other stuff, so when you come home you can finally be DONE.

Time is money. Yes, you can clean your own home. And maybe you even have the time to do it. But a professional cleaner is much more affordable than you’d think. Instead of thinking of what you’re paying for the service, think about what that money is actually buying you: more time with your friends and family, more time for your hobbies and fun activities. You’re not just buying a cleaning service, you’re buying a better experience of life.

Prescott Maid to Order wants to help you live a better life. Find out how we can help you enjoy the good stuff while we take care of the grimy stuff. To schedule your free estimate for professional cleaning at your Prescott home, call Prescott Maid to Order at 928-899-8518. Learn more at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order shares how keeping your Prescott home clean can help improve your thinking

You may have experienced this before: You come home after a long day, see that the house is cluttered, and you are instantly agitated. Or maybe, you work from home and you can’t get any work done unless the floor has been swept and the dishes put away. It turns out you are not alone. In fact, research has shown that a clean home helps us think better. Prescott Maid to Order wants to share with Prescott homeowners the potential benefits that a clean home can have on your health and well-being.

Healthier Eating Habits
It may sound silly, but one research study published in the journal of the Association for Psychological Science in 2013 demonstrated that orderly surroundings influence healthy eating habits. A study done by Cornell University showed that being in a messy environment increases stress. We don’t know about you, but when we’re stressed and hungry, we go for the ice cream and brownies - not a salad.

Better Sleep
We have established that a messy home causes stress. Directly related to that is the well-known fact that our quality and/or quantity of sleep goes down as our stress levels go up. Seventy-five percent of people interviewed in a survey by the National Sleep Foundation stated that they sleep better when they have clean bedding.

Healthier Body
According to the EPA, the inside of our homes may be more polluted than outside. This pollution can mimic the symptoms of allergies. Though the pollution is caused by several factors, regular dusting and disinfecting can have a significant positive impact on the air you’re breathing.

Juggling your busy life and keeping your home clean seems impossible at times. This is why Prescott Maid to Order exists. We understand the struggle of Prescott homeowners trying to keep your home clean. We also understand the great benefits you get when your home is cleaned properly. If you are ready to experience the benefits of a professionally cleaned home for yourself, call us at 928-899-8518 or visit us online at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order offers suggestions for de-cluttering your Prescott home

Remember that chair in your bedroom you thought you’d use in the evenings to read? But now it seems to have been replaced by a pile of laundry and Amazon boxes?  We could all use a little de-cluttering in our lives even if it just means cleaning out that one drawer in your desk. Prescott Maid to Order has some tips on how to get a handle on all that STUFF in your Prescott home.

Set a Timer
 
One look at your mess and you may figure there’s no point in ever starting!  Go at it in small bursts of time. Focus on the task for just 30 minutes, then do something else for 30 minutes. 

Think Function Over Sentiment
 
It's too easy to get attached to things that remind you of the good times. Ask yourself these three questions:

• How unique is this item? Think of terms of function. Is this the only thing you have that can do what it does? 

• Does this item perform its function better than anything else? You may have  different kinds of bottle openers, but odds are you only ever use one of them.

• What does this item mean to me? There’s nothing wrong with sentimental value, but also consider how much space it takes up versus what it does for you.

Use Four Boxes
 
Divide your clutter into these four categories:

• Keep
• Sell or donate
• Trash
• Storage

It's easy to be intimidated by the stuff in our lives and choose to just live around it. It can feel so good though to de-clutter your home and get back some of that free space. Prescott Maid to Order can help if you are feeling overwhelmed. If it’s time to de-clutter your Prescott home, call us at 928-899-8518. Assuming you can find your phone, that is. For more information, visit http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order talks about regular window cleaning for your Prescott home

How long has it been since the windows at your Prescott home were cleaned? Prescott Maid to Order recommends having your windows professionally cleaned on a regular basis.

First impressions
Whether you're a homeowner or a business owner, the first impression people have of your property matters. Are they going to be met with a lackluster, dirty exterior or are your windows bright and inviting? One will give the impression that you care about what they see and the other won't.

The view
Dust and rain are not the only offenders of your clean windows. If you have a furry friend in your home, especially a window-sill height dog, you will need your windows cleaned often because your pooch’s drool - or worse - fogging up the beautiful views.

Window degradation
Glass is, on a microscopic level, porous. Without regular cleaning, your windows will be affected by dirt, debris and contamination over time, especially from:   

• Mineral water
• Acid rain
• Oxidation
• Over spray from paint, sprinklers, etc.

Energy efficiency
Dirty windows can reduce heat efficiency by reducing incoming light, leaving your house both darker and colder.

Recommendations for homeowners:
Prescott Maid to Order recommends having your exterior windows cleaned at least twice a year and having the interior windows cleaned annually... but for homeowners with runny-nosed dogs, more often. Of course, our window cleaning services include screens and sills.

Whether your property is a small or large job or has multiple window styles, Prescott Maid to Order would love to provide you with a free estimate. Often times it's not until the windows have been cleaned that  owners realized just how dirty they were. If you want to maintain the value and appeal of your home, why not leave the window cleaning to the experts? Prescott Maid to Order has the time, knowledge, equipment and expertise to keep your windows beautifully clean. For a free estimate call us today at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order can help with light housekeeping services for Prescott seniors

Some seniors need more help than others when it comes to keeping their home nice and tidy. And for many seniors, the loss of mobility and agility makes it more difficult to get down low to clean floors, or clean up spills, or reach high places to dust. Prescott Maid to Order recognizes the unique needs local Prescott seniors may have for light housekeeping services.

Needs of Seniors
Seniors are sometimes preyed upon because of their vulnerabilities, so it is critically important that they have absolute confidence and trust in their cleaning company. Seniors can also be more sensitive to the effects of strong cleaning products which can impair their health. Safe, non-toxic products are essential. Communicating with seniors can sometimes be a little difficult due to hearing loss or confusion making patience vitally important. Cleaning companies might also find themselves observing conditions in the home that are less than safe for their senior clients, or in observing health needs of their client that can be relayed to family members.

Needs of Family Members
For some family members, their responsibilities are divided between the needs of their own children  and the needs of their aging parents in addition their own needs. Sound stressful? It can be very difficult for someone who might be trying to manage all that alone. Having a trusted, responsible cleaning company that help you take care of your parents' home can go a long way in helping adult children meet all of their responsibilities.

Employing a reliable and trusted cleaning service to aid seniors can be well worth it. A professional cleaning service saves time for family members, but more importantly ensures that the precious seniors in your life are not risking a fall or other injury trying to keep their Prescott home beautiful. Hiring a professional cleaning service can be a life-altering help for senior citizens. For more information call the home-cleaning experts at Prescott Maid to Order today at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com for more information.

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Prescott Maid to Order discusses one-time cleaning for your home in Prescott

Imagine coming home to a sparkling clean kitchen and relaxing in your spotlessly clean living room after a long day. Prescott Maid to Order offers one-time cleaning for your Prescott home.

 A one-time cleaning service is just that: one time! You don’t have to commit to a scheduled cleaning service. Sometimes our lives can get a little busy, so tidying up can be put on the back burner. You may try to ignore the dirty floors to get other responsibilities done, but having a messy space can really stress you out! Let a one-time cleaning service take a weight off your shoulders when life gets hectic.

A professional service will custom clean to your specifications. They clean most spaces such as:

• Kitchen
• Bathroom
• Living room
• Windows

Plus, they can dust ceiling fans, mop the floors, and even wipe down the kitchen sink!

A one-time cleaning service can also be great if you want to prepare your house for holiday dinner guests, birthday parties, and family gatherings. Wouldn’t you rather spend your time relaxing with the special people in your life instead of stressing about scrubbing your bathroom shower?

You deserve a break! Take cleaning the house off your to-do list so you can get back to the things that matter most to you. Prescott Maid to Order will work around your schedule to do as much or as little as you need to have done. To schedule your free estimate for one-time or regular cleaning for your Prescott home, contact Prescott Maid to Order today at 928-899-8518.
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Prescott Maid to Order: Let the sun shine in with clean windows at your Prescott home

Prescott's winters may mean you spend a little less time doing outdoor chores, but somebody has to do them or your home is going to show it. No, we don't get to use winter as our reason for dirty windows. At Prescott Maid to Order we LOVE to help! We provide personalized care and attention to every home. Here are some tips to help make it a little easier to keep your windows clean even in the winter.

Supplies - before going outside, gather these supplies first:

• Brush - to remove snow from window ledges
• Gloves - use waterproof gloves (over a comfortable cotton pair) to protect hands and keep them warm
• Regular dish soap
• Bucket of water
• Sponge - for easy washing
• Squeegee - for easy drying
• Towels - for extra drying and clean up
• Extension pole (to avoid unnecessary time on a ladder)
• Ladder (and only with a helper for safety)

Wintertime cleaning tips

• Remove dirt and debris from tracks and sills before washing the glass
• Very lightly sponge the glass with soap and water
• Squeegee the glass from top to bottom
• Use a towel to wipe the squeegee dry after every pass
• Use completely clean towels to limit streaking

If you can happily imagine - and would prefer - having someone else with a bucket in one hand and a squeegee in the other cleaning the windows in your Prescott home this winter, call Prescott Maid to Order. We LOVE to help! We provide personalized care and attention to every home. Prescott Maid to Order can keep not only your windows bright and sparkling but your whole house, too. Call us today at 928-899-8518 to schedule your winter window cleaning. For more information, visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order shares tips for garage cleaning for your Prescott home

If you have recently cleaned out your garage, you can be sure that your neighbors will notice. Imagine having the neighbors drive by slowly when your garage door is open, admiring and pointing to your immaculate garage space. With so much more room, you may be tempted to buy another car. Want help for your garage? At Prescott Maid to Order, your local Prescott professional home cleaners, we LOVE to help! We offer personalized care and attention to every home, and offer some smart suggestions for cleaning your garage.

Look at your garage with these three sorting categories in mind:

Keep

• Things that actually work (toss or donate the rest)
• Single sets of tools (there is such a thing as excessive tools)
• Holiday decorations
• Items you have used more than one time in the past year

Donate - Could your church, school, or neighbors benefit from a donation?

• Unused but working sports equipment
• Leftover home improvement materials such as lumber or paint
• Unused lawn care products and equipment

Toss

You can quickly set your toss category of items at your curb or in the weekly trash (if code permits), use a roll-off dumpster, or make a trip to the local dump. Another option, believe it or not, is to post your items on Craigslist. One man's junk is another man's treasure. It's free to list and you can have them pick it up!  And yes, if you have:

• A leftover bag of grout
• A broken refrigerator
• Bicycle with no pedals and two flat tires
• Bins of clothes hoping for your style to return
• And a host of other things that you DO NOT USE, it's time to toss them

A clean garage is a happy garage. If you want to enjoy all the benefits of a happy garage and envious neighbors, but find you don't have the time to clean it yourself, call Prescott Maid to Order. We are Prescott’s professional home cleaners. We LOVE to help! We provide personalized care and attention to every home. For a free estimate, call us today at 928-899-8518. For more information, visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order, professional home cleaner in Prescott, suggests a sweetheart cleaning for your Valentine

We LOVE to help! We provide personalized care and attention to every home. Prescott Maid to Order, professional home cleaners in Prescott, suggests a sweetheart cleaning for your Valentine.

This Valentines Day, why not celebrate the little things that you can do throughout the year keep harmony in your relationship and please your loved one. Household chores and maintenance can often cause tension between spouses. Here are some ideas for keeping your sweetheart happy around the house:

Take the initiative.
Take a positive step to do something extra special. Do something far beyond what you have been asked to do. Do you really desire to make your sweetheart happy? Take on the personal responsibility for a task or a chore that your spouse usually handles.

Communicate.
Communicate with your special loved one about what you hope to accomplish around the house. Develop both on a short-term and a long-term plan. Does your home need new flooring? Does the kitchen need to be painted? Communicating helps to ensure that you and your loved one are on the same page about what household tasks need to be done and when.

Commit.
Commit to having a regularly scheduled sweetheart cleaning of your home by Prescott Maid to Order's professional home cleaning team. Prescott Maid to Order will work with you to do as much or as little as you choose to have done. Our initial, no-obligation consultation is free of charge. A member of our staff will come to your home and walk through each area with you to determine the services you desire, from cleaning everything including the kitchen sink, to just basic dusting and vacuuming on a regular basis, or only when you call.

Prescott Maid to Order, professional home cleaner in Prescott, hopes you please your loved one with an initial sweetheart cleaning for Valentine’s Day with a regular schedule to follow. Yes, we LOVE to help by providing personalized care and attention to every home. If you would like a free estimate for any home cleaning, call us today at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order can handle your one-time cleaning needs in Prescott

The summer is over, the holidays are coming and everyone is preparing.  If you'd like some help getting your Prescott home in tip top shape, Prescott Maid to Order can help you with your one-time cleaning needs.

It's not just the holidays that keep us extra busy and prevent us from taking care of the house they way we’d prefer.  It doesn't matter, whatever your needs, a customized cleaning plan can help you no matter what time of the year it is.

Even though many clients are able to schedule regular cleaning, Prescott Maid to Order can take some of the responsibilities off your busy plate with one-time cleaning services for busy homeowners who just need a little relief. And, honestly, even if you're not really busy, wouldn't it just be nice to have a break and still have a lovely, clean home?

A one-time cleaning appointment means our maids, all professionally trained, will come to your home prepared to clean it according to your particular specifications so that you can enjoy a peaceful, restful, organized living space. Because we care about your whole family, including your fur babies, we have chosen products that are safe for you, young children and pets. Our cleaning products are also environmentally friendly. We use high-quality, safe cleaners because we want to treat your home as though it were our own.
A whole house cleaning may include:

• Bathroom cleaning   
• Kitchen cleaning   
• Living area cleaning   
• Bedroom cleaning   
• Window cleaning   
• Dusting   
• Floor cleaning

Sometimes people don't get professional cleaning help because they think they must sign a contract or enter into a weekly or monthly obligation. Prescott Maid to Order can not only clean your Prescott home but free up your time and energy to get other things done in the meantime. If you would like to schedule a one-time cleaning service please call us today at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order talks about window cleaning after the rain for your Prescott home

It may seem like it should, but rain doesn't clean windows. Then again rain also doesn't make them dirty. The monsoon season in Prescott is officially over, and Prescott Maid to Order reminds us that we may still have a few days of rain left before the winter comes in. If your windows need cleaning, don't let the chance of rain stop you. It's the dust and dirt that are responsible for the lackluster views you may be seeing out of your windows.

WHAT: Dust, pollen, and bird droppings are the major reasons that your home's windows get dirty. If your windows haven't been cleaned in a while, the rainwater will just add to the mix leaving your windows worse off than they already were. If your windows are properly cleaned now, even if it rains again it will not harm your newly-cleaned windows.

WHEN: To most window cleaners, cleaning windows during the rainy season (and sometimes even in the rain) is not an issue. If the frames are cleaned at the same time, the rain will simply run off. The only time there could be a problem is if the frames aren't clean. Then the rain will find the dirt and together they will run off onto your windows making a mess.

WHY: Letting your windows go too long without a proper cleaning can lead to stains and films that are difficult to remove and end up costing more to clean. Except for hazardous storms, don't let rain stop you from getting your house ready for the holiday season with clean, sparkling windows. And not just for the holidays - for us to enjoy the beautiful views we have year round.

Are the views from your Prescott home a little dimmer than they used to be? With the rainy season behind us, it’s time to call Prescott Maid to Order for a free window cleaning quote. Call us at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com for more information.

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Prescott Maid to Order can help get your Prescott home ready for sale

When selling a house, putting the house in tip-top shape is a must.  Prescott Maid to Order can help get your Prescott home ready for sale.

Selling a house is a major experience in anyone’s life. When you have lived in a home for a long time, it is impossible to think of everything a buyer will see and look for when they walk into your home. It is hard to be objective. That’s why it is best to hire a professional house cleaning service to make your home appealing to the potential buyer.

Before you put your house on the market

Examine things carefully with your real estate agent. Do everything possible to enhance the appeal of your home. It is possible that an item that you think may need replacing may just need a heavy-duty cleaning.

Before a house showing/open house

Using a cleaning service regularly while your home is on the market will be to your advantage.  But if your budget won’t allow that, it is of the utmost importance that you use a cleaning service just before your open houses.

Moving out cleaning service

Most cleaning companies offer a “move-out” cleaning service. After a home is empty, there are many hidden areas that suddenly become obvious. The time it would take you to clean these areas would put you under a lot of pressure. You will have your hands full with many other demands. It takes a lot of time and energy to move a family to a new home. You owe it to yourself to hire a good cleaning service.

Prescott Maid to Order can help reduce stress and make your Prescott home more attractive to buyers with a thorough professional cleaning. Call Prescott Maid to Order to arrange a free consultation. Call us at 928-899-8518 or visit us at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com for more information.

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Prescott Maid to Order offers window cleaning tips to showcase your beautiful Prescott views

We are fortunate to live in an area where there are so many beautiful views. Whether your view is a mountain, pine trees, or anything in between, Prescott has many bright, sunny days to enjoy the scenery. Prescott Maid to Order offers window cleaning tips so that you can enjoy more of your view of Prescott.

One tip is to clean your windows on cloudy days, early in the morning or on the shady side of your home to prevent the window cleaning products from drying quickly and causing difficult to remove streaks.

You will want to have a few essential window cleaning supplies already on hand:

• Soft-bristle brush for removing cobwebs from outside windows
• Sponge for applying cleaning solution
• High-quality squeegee for drying
• Microfiber cloth for polishing
• Easy-to-carry bucket
• Cleaning solution (dishwashing liquid or white vinegar)
• Towel (for drying frames and sills that may get wet)
• Ladder (if necessary)
• Rubber gloves

Dripping water or cleaner onto a dusty sill is going to make a mess. Start your window cleaning by cleaning the sill and sash before you clean the glass to make any drips a quick wipe up.

If your windows are extra dirty, use plenty of your favorite cleaner to break down the dirt and grime so that you can thoroughly wipe it away. Applying too little cleaner will just make your work harder.

There was a time when people thought using newspaper was the best way to dry windows. Times have changed and so have newspapers. Instead, use washable, absorbent, lint-free microfiber cloths to leave your windows streak-free and shiny. Use cloths that have not been washed or dried with fabric softener since it can leave a residue on your windows.

If you have difficult to reach windows because you're on a slope or have a multi-story home, you should call a professional window cleaner.

Working on a ladder can be dangerous, and professional window cleaners like Prescott Maid to Order have the right equipment, the know-how and skill to get every inch of even the most hard-to-reach windows glistening. No matter where your home is located or how big or small it is, if you would rather enjoy bright and sunny days than clean the windows of your Prescott home, call Prescott Maid to Order at 928-899-8518 to give you a free estimate. Learn more about all of our services at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid To Order gives you reasons to have your Prescott windows cleaned in spring

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Most of us look forward to a change of seasons. Spring brings warmer weather as plants and animals return from winter’s slumber. This is a beautiful time of year in Prescott but can pose some problems for homeowners. Nature and the elements can really make a mess of clean windows. Prescott Maid To Order shows you why it’s important to have a professional service clean your windows in Prescott for Spring.
 
The Birds and the Bees
More than likely you already have a spring cleaning list that fairly extensive. Cleaning windows can be a difficult chore, especially if they are hard to reach or very dirty. Though spring means new life, you don’t want it on your windows. Chances are, bugs don’t see your windows while trying to evade danger. Birds perched in the trees above your windows seem to have excellent aim, too.

Trees and Bushes
Plants can be a reason for dirty windows as well. Tree sap and pollen can cause unsightly and hard to remove smudges. If trees in your yard have fruits, these can cause some problems for your windows, too.

Winter’s Leftovers
Though the snow season is over, winter can leave behind salt deposits and streaks that can be difficult to clean, especially if your window screens are dirty.

A Better View
Clean windows mean unobstructed views. Springtime is lively and vibrant, and having the best possible views will certainly enhance your and your guests' enjoyment.

Whatever the cause for your dirty windows, Prescott Maid To Order can help you keep your home and your windows spotless through all four seasons. To learn more about our window cleaning service in Prescott, call us at 928-899-8518 or http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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It is Time for Spring Window Cleaning in Prescott… Prescott Maid to Order can help!

Spring brings many good things. Spring cleaning is a time to get rid of the old and step into the new. Guess what? Windows need spring cleaning, too. Why? Because spring brings many culprits to clean windows such as birds, insects, but mostly grime from the winter time.  Waste no time in contacting Prescott Maid to Order to help you get those windows in Prescott sparkling clean.

Those flying critters are out in full force.
Just like we want to get outdoors when winter passes, also comes the new fluttering activity of birds and insects. Even though we love the sound of birds chirping and the buzz of spring, it is bad news for clean windows.

These active insects and birds mean more excrement and other residue on your windows. Just like our excellent cleaning services, our window cleaning goes above and beyond to make sure those windows are sparkling clean.

Winter remains on your windows.
Yes, winter remains on your windows. Snow and rain residue is still there. Even though we had a mild winter here in Prescott, AZ, make no mistake, our windows took a beating. Who wants to look out grimy windows of seasons past when spring is here, anyway?

Watching Spring through clean lenses.
Who wants to watch spring bloom through dirt and grime? Prescott has such beautiful landscapes and views to watch at springtime. Don’t let that dirt and grime keep you from enjoying your beautiful landscape.

Prescott Maid to Order is booking up fast with our environmentally-friendly, affordable window cleaning service. No preparation is needed, as we can clean around inside and outside barriers to those windows. Please waste no time in calling us to schedule your window cleaning in the Prescott area today at 928-899-8518, or visit us online to learn more about our services at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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Prescott Maid to Order Offers Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors

The days are getting longer and that means Spring is just around the corner. It’s time to open up the windows and let the fresh air in. For many it’s also the time of year when you think about freshening things up with “a good Spring cleaning”. Seniors may think this sounds like a great idea, but one that is often very difficult for people to accomplish as they age. Prescott Maid to Order would like off Prescott seniors some tips for making that Spring cleaning a reality.

Ask for help - Don’t feel like you have to do it all yourself. Think about reaching out to loved ones for some assistance. It not only makes the tasks easier, it’s also a good time to bond. And you may even find some items that you can share with the next generation while you’re still here to tell them the stories that go with the object.

Make a list - Write down the areas that need to be cleaned out. Don’t forget:

• Medicine cabinet - Remove all medications and prescriptions that are expired, as well as ones that you no longer use.
• Refrigerator and pantry - Eliminate all food that is expired.
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors - Replace all batteries.
• Rooms and hallways - If you have any light bulbs that aren’t working, now is the time to get them replaced

Eliminate Clutter - It may be difficult to part with the items you've accumulated over the years, but hoarding the things that you rarely use takes up space, and can negatively impact your physical and mental health. If you don’t use it, consider either giving it to a relative or to a local non-profit so that you can help others. Be realistic when decided yes, no and maybe on those items that you haven’t seen in the last year!

Reorganize - Now that you’re getting rid of clutter, it might also be a good time to reorganize things so that they are easier to find and also easier to reach!

An extra helping hand can also take care of the chores that are difficult for you to complete on your own, such as dusting in hard-to-reach places, or rearranging large, bulky pieces of furniture. If the whole task just seems overwhelming, remember that Prescott Maid to Order can help. We offer a wide range of services from complete house cleaning, to trash removal and window cleaning. If we can be of services, please give us a call to schedule an appointment at 928-899-8518. To learn more about our services, please visit our website at http://www.prescottmaidtoorder.com.

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