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 Everyone dreams of a sparkly, clean
home. But let’s admit it, doing the
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actual cleaning is not something

anyone would like to dream about.
Keeping a tidy house can be daunting
and overwhelming if there are too many
things to declutter, organize, or clean.
However, a clean house can do
wonders for the psyche and it can
produce a sense of accomplishment,
happiness, calmness, and clarity.
 Cleaning is a necessary part of our lives
and we even do it daily like cleaning our
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body, washing our hair, brushing our

teeth, cutting our nails, etc.
Just like our bodies, we also need to
clean and maintain our home and our
surroundings. Consequently, a clean
environment contributes to our healthy
living. Click here to know more about how
to motivate yourself to clean.
 In a fast-paced world of today, tidying the
house yourself may be next to impossible
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especially when you are always on-the-go. You

seem to be constantly juggling your time in
dealing with work, attending to business, caring
for your kids or pets, etc. You may find yourself
too busy and hardly have the time to clean. The
good news is that you can hire some
professional housekeepers to do the home
cleaning for you. This way you can spend more
time with your loved ones and enjoy your life
more in a cleaner and healthier home.
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Housekeeping Skills
& Duties
 A housekeeper is someone employed to
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run and manage the duties and chores of

a household, such as cleaning, sanitation,
and maintenance. Housekeepers must
possess some important skills for them to
be competent and adept in their duties.
GOOD HOUSEKEEPER Housekeeping Duties may include:
 Sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing
floors
 Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs
 Dusting, wiping, and polishing furniture and
fixtures
 Cleaning and sanitizing countertops, sinks, and
around kitchen areas
 Scrubbing and sanitizing toilets, showers,
bathtubs, and around bathroom areas
  Washing and wiping windows and blinds
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 Washing and cleaning curtains and draperies

 Tidying up and organizing the rooms
 Making beds and changing linens
 Wiping and cleaning mirrors and other glass
surfaces
 Emptying and cleaning trash bins and
containers and properly disposing of waste
GOOD HOUSEKEEPER Housekeeping Skills to look for include:
 Attentive and detail-oriented - Housekeepers should
have the ability to pay attention even to the smallest
details. This skill can greatly affect the quality of
service they provide. Having attention to details can
ensure that homeowners can look forward to seeing
their house looking the way they expected it to look
after the cleaning is done. Housekeepers must also
remember to return all the items they have
temporarily removed during cleaning and make sure
that everything is in the right place.
  Flexibility and adaptability - Good
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housekeepers should be adaptable and flexible

to the work needs of their clients and
employers. They should make every effort to
help out and to assist in every situation. They
should be willing to adjust and perform their
duties accordingly. This skill would allow them
to respond efficiently to their working
conditions, even if things don't go as planned.
  Interpersonal communication skills -
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Housekeepers must have the ability to listen

and understand the directions being given for
them to successfully complete the tasks on
hand. They should know when to ask
questions for clarifications and how to
respond politely. This skill will help them
communicate effectively.
  Organized - Housekeepers must have
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good organizational skills to be able to

clean and arrange things in a neat and
orderly way. An organized and well-
arranged room can bring comfort and
relaxation to its occupants.
  Skillful and proficient - Housekeepers must be
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professional and skillful at their job. They should be
well-trained to handle all kinds of cleaning
equipment, such as vacuums, mops, and other
cleaning tools. They should know which cleaning
products are best to use, e.g. on carpeted floors, on
tiled floors, or on wooden floors. They should know
the process on what needs to be done and how to
do it.
  Time management skills - Housekeepers
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must be prompt and punctual. Showing

up on the scheduled appointment means
respecting time. Moreover, good time
management skills can help them be
more productive and allow them to do
the house cleaning work smoothly.
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Top 3 Qualities of a
Good Housekeeper
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1. Honest & Trustworthy
One of the first qualities an employer would
look for in a housekeeper is their honesty and
trustworthiness. Honesty and trust are central
to integrity, which represents the
uncompromising adherence to strong moral and
ethical principles and values. This means they
should work truthfully and honestly at all times
even when no one is looking.
 Housekeepers can sometimes make mistakes or
encounter certain mishaps while cleaning. They may
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crack a plate while washing, break a glass or

window when wiping, tear one part of the curtains,
or even damage and leave a stain on clothing
material, etc. An honest housekeeper should admit
their error, clearly explain the situation, and make
sure that it never happens again. That’s why
housekeepers must always bear in mind to take
extra caution when managing other people’s things
to avoid any accidents from happening.
GOOD HOUSEKEEPER Hiring a housekeeper who you trust is
another important factor to consider.
You do not want to let someone who is
not trustworthy in your home. They
would basically be cleaning and
working through your home
surrounded by your belongings and the
things you treasure.
 2. Responsible & Reliable
A cleaning job entails hard work. If you are hiring a
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professional housekeeper to tidy your house, you’d

want a sparkly, clean house from top to bottom.
Housekeepers should be responsible and hardworking
in putting their time, effort, and energy necessary to
make the house thoroughly spotless. They should work
obediently with great zeal and passion on what they
do.
A good housekeeper should always be reliable and
dedicated enough to create an excellent job. You would
want to trust a housekeeper who is reliable and
maintains a high level of professional behavior.
 3. Loyal and Caring
Caring is one of the important qualities of a housekeeper. A
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housekeeper who is caring would work and clean around your
house as if it was their own. A caring housekeeper would be
extra careful and meticulous when handling your valuable
belongings. You would want to hire a housekeeper who will
treat your home with the same love and care as you would.
You would want someone who will take proper safekeeping of
your things and be devoted to working with care as they work
through your house.
Housekeepers must also be loyal and respectful to the
homeowners. They are going to touch everything from the bed
sheets to the most antique treasure in the house. They should
be mindful and considerate as well to keep the privacy of the
homeowners.
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