Let’s be real, keeping a clean home while juggling work, kids, and everything else life throws at you can feel impossible. Here at A Trusting Hand, we work with busy families in Marietta and Smyrna every day, and we get it. The good news? You don’t need hours of free time to keep your home fresh. You need the right approach (and a few pro secrets).
Here are our top 5 cleaning tips that work for real life—straight from the pros who clean homes every single day.
1. The Power of the “Top-to-Bottom” Rule
This one’s a game-changer. Always clean from the top of a room down to the floor. Why? Dust and debris fall as you clean, so if you vacuum first and then dust your shelves, guess what? You’re just pushing dirt back onto your clean floor.
Our pro routine:
- Start with ceiling fans and light fixtures
- Move to shelves, picture frames, and furniture
- Finish with baseboards and floors
This simple switch saves you from cleaning the same area twice. When you’re already short on time, efficiency is everything.
2. Keep a Cleaning Caddy in Every Bathroom
One of the biggest time-wasters? Running around the house looking for supplies. Our team always keeps a stocked caddy ready to go, and you should too.
What we keep in ours:
- Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner Bleach – The Rain Clean scent keeps things fresh without being overpowering, and it tackles tough stains in minutes
- Sprayway Glass Cleaner – Ammonia-free and streak-free every time (perfect for mirrors)
- Scotch-Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponges – Safe for most surfaces but tough enough to handle stubborn messes
Quick tip: Spend just 2 minutes after your morning routine wiping down the sink and mirror. It prevents buildup and keeps your bathroom looking guest-ready all week.
3. The 15-Minute Kitchen Reset (Every Night)
We know—after cooking dinner and wrangling kids, the last thing you want to do is clean. But hear us out: a 15-minute kitchen reset before bed changes everything.
The routine:
- Wipe down counters with Lysol All-Purpose Cleaner (we love the lemon scent)
- Load or run the dishwasher
- Give the sink a quick scrub with a Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub Sponge and Dawn Blue Dish Soap
- Sweep or spot-mop any spills
Waking up to a clean kitchen makes your whole morning feel easier. Trust us on this one—our clients who stick to this habit say it’s life-changing.
4. Tackle the “Pink Stuff” Problem
If you’ve noticed pink or orange buildup in your shower, around drains, or on grout, you’re not alone. It’s a common bacterium (Serratia marcescens), and it thrives in moist environments.
Our secret weapon? Clorox, cleaner and bleach. This handles tough stains, soap scum, and that stubborn pink buildup like nothing else. Just spray your tub or shower and leave for 10 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
Pro tip: After cleaning, keep surfaces dry when possible. Squeegee your shower after use or leave the bathroom fan running for 15 minutes. It significantly slows down that pink buildup.
5. Focus on High-Touch Areas
You don’t have to deep-clean your entire house every week. Instead, focus on the spots that get touched the most—because that’s where germs and grime build up fast.
Our high-priority list:
- Door handles and light switches
- Kitchen cabinet handles
- Remote controls
- Stair railings
A quick wipe-down with a disinfecting wipe takes less than 5 minutes but makes a huge difference in how clean your home feels (and actually is).
Bonus: This is especially important during cold and flu season. Keeping these areas clean helps keep your whole family healthier.
The Products We Trust (And Why)
At A Trusting Hand, we’ve tried nearly every cleaning product out there. Here’s what’s earned a permanent spot in our caddies:
- Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner Bleach – Powerful, effective, and the angled spout makes it easy to get under the rim
- Sprayway Glass Cleaner – Streak-free results without harsh ammonia smell
- Dawn Dish Soap (blue) – Not just for dishes! This cuts grease and soap scum like a champ
- Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (lavender) – Versatile, affordable, and leaves a fresh scent that doesn’t overpower
- Scotch-Brite Sponges (both heavy-duty and non-scratch) – Durable and effective without scratching surfaces
- Lysol all-purpose cleaner, the yellow bottle – For wiping down surfaces, disinfecting and leaving a nice scent.
- Clorox Cleaner + Bleach: Powerful spray with bleach provides spray coverage cuts through germs and grime to remove tough kitchen and bath stains
These aren’t fancy or expensive—they’re just reliable workhorses that get the job done.
When It All Feels Like Too Much
Look, we get it. Even with the best tips and routines, life gets overwhelming. Between work deadlines, soccer practice, and everything in between, sometimes keeping up with cleaning just isn’t realistic—and that’s okay.
That’s exactly why A Trusting Hand is here. Our team serves busy families throughout Marietta, Smyrna, Vinings, Mableton, Kennesaw, Roswell, and Powder Springs we know what it takes to keep a home truly clean (not just surface-level tidy). Whether you need a one-time deep clean to reset your space or regular maintenance cleanings to stay on top of things, we’ve got you covered.
Ready to take cleaning off your plate? Give us a call and let’s talk about how we can help. You handle everything else—we’ll handle the cleaning. 678-951-0075
