Haus Maids Godalming: How to Keep Your House Clean with Pets
We all love our furry friends. However, if there’s any downside to keeping animals in the home, it’s that it can make domestic cleaning a nightmare…
Fortunately, you don’t have to go without man’s best friend to maintain a clean and hygienic home. If you’re wondering how to keep your house clean with pets, simply try out these tips from our house cleaners in Godalming…
Deal with the problem at the source
Whether you own a cat, a dog or a hamster, pets can create a lot of mess. So, it’s important to stay on top of their grooming to minimise the hair, dirt and smells that can quickly take over your home.
For example, shedding pets can be a huge issue for houseproud homeowners. But with regular brushing, you can limit the fur that coats your carpets and floors. Plus, washing muddy paws and bathing your pets as often as possible will prevent dirt from being trodden or rubbed into your soft furnishings.
Stay on top of your hoovering
If you want to avoid removing hair or sawdust from your clothes every time you sit down or walk through a room, it’s crucial to hoover regularly to prevent build-up.
Pay special attention to areas where your pets spend a lot of time, such as around cages, cat towers, curtains or dog beds. This will help mitigate pet-based odours and reduce the amount of hair and dirt that gets tracked through the rest of your house.
You can also try sprinkling a little baking soda on your carpets to neutralise bad smells. Leave it to sit for at least 15 minutes, then hoover it up and enjoy a fresher-smelling space.
Cover your precious furniture
Tired of your favourite chairs and tables being ruined by your furry companions? Try covering them up with a cheap throw or sheet for extra protection.
Not only can this provide an extra-comfy spot for your pets to relax, but it will also help prolong the life of your belongings. Our Godalming home cleaning team would recommend choosing a cover that’s made from cotton, as it’s easy to clean in the washing machine and will handle a fair amount of wear and tear.
Wash pet bedding regularly
When you’re thinking about how to keep your house clean with pets, you might be overlooking their bedding.
Dirty cushions and matted beds look unpleasant and can be a breeding ground for germs. So, ensure you incorporate them into your weekly washing routine — throwing them in the wash, wiping them down or replacing soiled sawdust or papers whenever you clean your own sheets.
And don’t forget their toys, too! Wash them frequently to avoid slobbery cuddly toys from harbouring bacteria that can be easily spread around the house.
Use pet-safe cleaning products
Whilst it’s important to keep a clean home, it’s also crucial to ensure you’re not using any cleaning products that might be harmful to your pets.
Instead of using harsh chemicals to tackle messes and stains, try a homemade solution. Fill a squirt bottle with half water, half white vinegar and a drop of diluted dish soap and use it to get rid of marks on your floors, walls and furniture.
Need a little helping hand from the experts? Our dedicated domestic cleaners know how to keep your house clean with kids, pets and everything in between.
Our Guildford and Godalming office offers local home cleaning services to clients in Guildford, Godalming and all surrounding villages, including Haslemere, West Clandon, Bramley, Shalford, Worplesdon, Albury, Wormley, Alfold, Beare Green, Capel, Chiddingfold, Dunsfold, Ewhurst, Farncombe, Gomshall, Hambledon, Hascombe, Holmbury St Mary, Holmwood, Hurtmore, Hydestile, Ilford, Kirdford, Loxwood, Newdigate, North Holmwood, Ockley, Peaslake and Wornersh. They would also consider clients who require a cleaner within 20 miles of our offices in Guildford and Godalming.
Get in touch with the team to find out more!
Call Haus Maids Guildford and Godalming on 01483 370 249 to arrange a free no-obligation quote.