Merry Maids of Burlington

Cleaning may not bring you joy - but living in a tidy space is proven to help keep your mind clear and promote happiness. Do you feel better with a clean home?

Today on World Kindness Day, try performing a random act of kindness when going about your daily tasks. This year, more than ever a simple act of kindness can make a world of difference for someone.

Phone, wallet/purse, keys. A checklist for what you need before you leave the house or a list of the dirtiest things in your home? These items usually end up plopped onto public surfaces and are rarely - if ever - cleaned. Next time you clean your home, give your keys a good cleaning too!

Not everyone loves cleaning as much as we do - but it's easy to see why! Leaving the whole list of chores to the weekend can feel overwhelming and take up precious hours that could be better spent with friends and family. Instead of letting chores pile up, try doing a little every day. Tackling a load of laundry or cleaning one bathroom can help divide the labour across the week, leaving you with more time on the weekends.

With cold and flu season here and the holidays coming, there’s no better time to choose our Enhanced Disinfection Services. Our cleaning teams use hospital-grade disinfectants and leading application methods like fogging to provide your family the extra layer of disinfection protection you need. Nobody wants to be feeling blue at this time of year. With Merry Maids on your side, you can eliminate germs, bacteria and viruses, and protect what’s important. Learn more about our three individual Enhanced Disinfection Services here.

You can't get a good clean with dirty tools! When is the last time you cleaned your vacuum or swapped your dish sponge? It seems silly to clean your cleaning supplies, but if you're using dirty equipment you could be spreading more dirt and germs than you're removing. Fun fact: Merry Maids cleaners sanitize their tools and bottles between every customer and never reuses cloths. https://merrymaids.ca/new-enhanced-safety-protocols

Sanitizing your cleaning tools is important - but are you doing it right? Many people have heard the "hack" that microwaving your dish sponge kills bacteria, but that is FALSE! In fact, it can actually contribute to higher bacteria colonies. That is because in order to get the sponge to a high enough temperature to kill all the bacteria, it would start a fire. Instead of throwing your sponge in the microwave, switch to cloths that can be put in the washing machine for an eco-friendly cleaning solution.

How can you do something nice for someone else? There are many different nice things and acts of kindness you can do today for someone else, whether that's buying the person behind you in the drive-through a cup of coffee, help someone carry their bag of groceries, writing a special note to someone you care about or spend some time volunteering. There are SO many things you can do to make a positive difference in another person's life today. Be extra nice today, but don't forget to continue the mindset for the rest of the year

Life is busier; with more and more activities taking place in the home (virtual piano lessons or online music classes) finding time to clean can be tough. Let Merry Maids tackle the cleaning so you have more time to master your new skills.

It is that time of year again - National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day! Refrigerators are notoriously neglected and yet can harbour sticky spots from spilled juice, bacteria from thawing raw meats and smells from long-forgotten foods. Did you know that Merry Maids offers refrigerator cleaning? Our experienced maids can leave your fridge looking its best. Contact us for a quote! https://www.merrymaidsburlington.ca/cle/additional-services

October 2nd is #CustodialWorkersRecognitionDay. It's a day of celebration of the custodial workers who help ensure our schools, hospital, workplaces, and other important places are clean. MerryMaids cleaners have been a part of that difficult but important process. During the pandemic, custodians have worked even harder (and often risked their own personal health) to ensure that Canadians are safe. If you know or run-in a custodial worker tell them thank you! Let them know that they're appreciated and a key part in keeping everyone safe.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month A time to raise awareness of the disease that impacts so many mothers, sisters, daughters, and Canadian families. Breast cancer affects one in eight women. Through Breast Cancer Awareness Month, hundreds of millions of dollars have been raised for the Canadian Cancer Society to combat the disease. Please consider donating money to the Canadian Cancer Society - Cops For Cancer Canada or another charitable organization to fight breast cancer today.

National Coffee Day is coming on October 1. Coffee is a great way to start the morning or the perfect remedy to give you an extra jolt when needed. But did you know it's also a great way to keep your fridge fresh? Breakfast Television Toronto notes that a bowl of dry, fresh coffee grounds placed at the bottom of your fridge can attack any off-putting smells. The grounds will absorb the unpleasant smells in a few days! If you don't like coffee, a bowl of dry oats will also do the trick! If you want to eliminate that pesky odour inside your fridge, coffee can go a long way in making the inside smell fresh again!

Ever discover a new cleaning technique just to be disappointed when it doesn’t deliver on its promise? Real Simple says no more! They’ve taken the time to debunk popular cleaning myths, so you know which are legit and which ones to quit. - Contrary to popular belief, adding more detergent doesn't mean cleaner clothes. To avoid extra suds, be careful with how much detergent you add! - Freezing jeans doesn't kill bacteria. Your home freezer will never be cold enough to complet...ely get rid of bacteria. Wash your jeans in the washing machine instead! - Hand-washing dishes isn't always more efficient. You actually use more water washing dishes by hand than using your dishwasher! So, don't feel so guilty for using it! What's your tried and true cleaning hack? Let us know in the comments below!

Have a travel itch that you haven’t been able to scratch this past summer? Well Google has found a way to help you get out and explore the world around us without leaving home. Google Arts & Culture has created a hub for all things art, culture and travel that lets you explore beautiful locations such as Barcelona, Pompeii, the United Kingdom and more. Choose your desired destination and then you can explore all the sights, tastes and sounds of the city. It’s the more immersive way to travel the world without leaving your couch! So, until you can leave the country for real, check out these amazingly designed travel recommendations. There's no question you'll experience something amazing - even from the comfort of your own home.

Our Enhanced Disinfection Services use hospital-grade disinfectants to kill 99.99% off microscopic bacteria. No matter what comes through the door, our team will make sure your home is germ-free so you can protect what's important - property, family and health.

Experiencing more stress about staying home then you’d like? A great solution to any unresolved anxiety or stress is actually knitting! Real Simple explores the therapeutic benefits of knitting for both your mental and physical health. Knitting is a meditative hobby with calming effects to help you feel happier and more relaxed. It can lowers your heart beats per minute and can have positive effects on arthritis and chronic pain.

Remember Blockbuster? The last operational Blockbuster in Bend, Oregon teamed up with AirBNB for a fun promotion. For three nights in September, residents of Bend will be able to stay in the store, featuring a comfy couch that turns into a bed and a huge TV for the low price of $4 the cost of a movie rental! Not a resident of Deschutes County? Set up your own 90's themed movie night at home - popcorn, pizza, and all your favourite movie treats! What is your favourite 90's movie?

Looking for ways to keep your suit looking sharp for longer? The Art of Manliness has created the perfect guide to making your suit stand the test of time while staying clean and fresh. Suits are a great investment for when you want to look good and feel good. These tips will help ensure you’re keeping your suit in the best shape of its life.