These Days, Everybody Can Use a Little Extra Help
People today are busier than ever. Between pursuing their careers, caring for their kids, and juggling all the other responsibilities, most people don't have a lot of time left over for housekeeping. Our culture has changed. An increasing number of women are working full-time. So the traditional concept of the stay at home mom is becoming increasingly archaic. At the same time, homes aren't cleaning themselves. Most houses, condos, and apartments require constant attention just to maintain...
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Dog Gets ‘Skunked’
Skunks are one of the most common and prolific wild animals in the US. They are found in all 48 of the lower states. Unfortunately, they are also one of the smelliest. Or at least they can be if they feel threatened. As a defensive measure, skunks have a gland beneath their tails that contains a highly offensive smelling chemical that they can spray up to 30 feet. And one of their most frequent targets is the household dog. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Dogs and Skunks Unlike squirrel...
Read MoreNeed Special Cleaning? Just Call Posh Home!
Life isn't always predictable. Sometimes things happen that are outside of your control. For example, you may have unexpected last minute house guests. Our you may have to host a special event in your home for your family, friends, or neighbors. When life throws you a curveball, it can be nerve-wracking. Especially if your home cleaning schedule doesn't align with your needs. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Posh Home to the Rescue If you need your house cleaned for a special event, unex...
Read MoreHow to Clean Wine Spills from Carpeting
One of the most common stains our professional home cleaners encounter is red wine on carpeting. This is especially common in the homes of people who like to entertain frequently. The problem is that by the time our cleaners get to the wine stain, it can be hours or even days after the wine originally was spilled. At that point, the wine has set into the fibers of the carpet and may be next to impossible to completely removed. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Immediate Action Required The t...
Read MoreThis Mother’s Day, Give Mom a Break!
This year, Mother's Day is May 14th in the US. In addition to doing all the traditional Mother's Day celebrations this year -- such as flowers, candy, and brunch at her favorite restaurant -- why not show your mom how much you appreciate her by giving her a gift she can enjoy all year long. Let your mother take a break from cleaning by scheduling regular professional house cleaning at her house from Posh Home. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Win Mother's Day This Mother's Day, you can win ...
Read MoreLet the Fresh Air in Every Once in A While
In South Florida between the months of April to October it's hot -- so hot that many homeowners keep their air conditioning running and the windows closed all the time. Florida's hot, humid weather is both a blessing and a curse. While we generally don't have to worry about snow, sleet, or freezing temperatures the way people up north do, Floridians have to deal with extremely hot, damp weather most of the year. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Sealing Up Your Home Air conditioning is a lif...
Read MoreThe Nose Knows When Your Home Has Been Cleaned
Even if you were to enter your home blindfolded or in complete darkness, it would be easy to tell if your maids have been to your home. Why does it always smell so good after a professional maid service has cleaned your home? Some of it obviously has to do with the cleaning chemicals they use, but not all of it. Making sure your home is thoroughly cleaned includes removing the germs and bacteria that cause unpleasant odors. It also includes introducing fresh, natural aromas to your home wh...
Read MoreWhy Is Cleaning Windows Such a Big Deal?
It has become something of a cliche. On TV or the movies, a newly hired maid will arrive in a home and their first declaration is, "I don't do windows!" So why are windows such a big deal? And why do so many housecleaners decline to wash windows when they will gladly clean everything else in a home? The answer is actually quite simple. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- Indoor vs Exterior Windows "Cleaning windows" is actually a broad term that incorporates a number of very different jobs....
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know about Small Children and Housecleaning
Some of our clients who have infants, toddlers, and other small children sometimes ask about the safety of keeping their children in their home while the cleaning crew is doing their work. After all, the cleaning crew members often use different cleaning chemicals -- including bleach and ammonia based cleaning products -- that could be potentially harmful if exposed to children. So what many parents want to know is if it is okay for their kids to remain in their house while it is being cle...
Read MoreHave an Idea on How to Improve the Cleaning of Your Home?
There's an old saying in business that goes, "There's no such thing as a bad idea." That maxim holds true in most areas of life. The only way a suggestion can be harmful is if it is never mentioned. Keeping a great idea to yourself usually can cause more harm than speaking it out loud. House Cleaning Boca Raton -- We Welcome Your Ideas You may have an idea about how to improve the way we clean and maintain your home. If so, we are absolutely open to hearing it. After all, there's nob...
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