Summer in Dallas means three things: heat, mosquitos, and houseguests. Whether it’s your in-laws rolling in from Austin or your college friend “just swinging by” for three nights, there’s nothing like unexpected (or even expected) guests to make you realize your home is not ready for company.
But don’t panic. This isn’t a panic-cleaning post. This is your friendly guide from Dallas Maids on how to get guest-ready without breaking a sweat (because, let’s be honest, the Dallas humidity already has that covered).
1. Focus on the “Company Zones”
Nobody cares if your garage looks like a Home Depot exploded. Focus on the areas guests will actually see:
- Entryway
- Living room
- Guest bathroom
- Kitchen
- Guest bedroom (if you’re fancy like that)
Pro tip: If you’re short on time, toss the clutter into a laundry basket and hide it in a closet. It’s not cleaning, but it’s efficient. And for the ultimate 10-minute clean click here.
2. The Bathroom Test
Want to know if your house is guest-ready? Go sit on your toilet. Seriously. You’ll suddenly notice the toothpaste spots on the mirror, the dust behind the trash can, and the mystery streak on the light switch.
A quick bathroom refresh checklist:
- Clean the toilet bowl (inside AND out—we see you)
- Wipe the sink, faucet, and mirror
- Put out fresh towels (not the ones with holes from 2009)
- Stock toilet paper (please, don’t make them ask)
What to complete down low on how to up and clean your bathroom? We wrote a comprehensive article aptly named, How to Clean Your Bathroom.
3. Smells Matter, Y’all
Dallas heat + a closed-up house = not great things for your nose. Open the windows for a bit, light a candle, or bake something that smells like you know what you’re doing. If all else fails, Febreze it and move on. Otherwise, click here if your home needs some serious odor intervention.
4. Plan the Escape Route
No, not for your guests… for you! Make a little time for yourself after the chaos. You did the work, you deserve a nap. Or a taco. This is Dallas, after all.
5. Let Us Help (Seriously)
If the thought of prepping for guests is already making you sweat more than the Texas sun, we’ve got you. At Dallas Maids, we specialize in stress-free, professional house cleaning that makes you look like you’ve got it all together, even if you were just googling “how to fold a fitted sheet” 10 minutes ago.
Whether it’s a one-time deep clean or help getting ready for a family invasion, we’re here to make your life easier and your home shine. Book online, give us a ring, or send us a quick message, we maid house cleaning easy!
Final thought:
Guests might forget what you served for dinner, but they’ll always remember if your bathroom smelled weird. Clean accordingly.