COVID-19 has brought plenty of change especially for employees and entrepreneurs. In this new normal phase, most employees work remotely at home. Everyone’s at home due to the pandemic. Where does house cleaning during COVID fit within this picture?

Keeping your house clean is the first line of defense against disease and illness, and one of the most controllable factors in keeping you and your loved ones healthy!

However, you might not have the time or energy for house cleaning. In that case, hiring someone to do the house cleaning for you can be a huge relief. But is it safe to do that during COVID-19?

There is no definite answer as to when exactly is it safe to let someone inside the confines of your house. Factors differ in different areas and situations. In order to address this, here are the things to consider in making the decision.

Check state and local stay-at-home guidelines

Know your area’s official recommendations and restrictions. Get updates if quarantine orders have been lifted. These orders may be implemented if COVID-19 cases arise.

The idea of a house cleaner in your home

Discuss with your family the idea of a house cleaning entering the home. It is always your priority to put you and your family’s safety first especially in the time of the coronavirus pandemic.

At the same time, keeping your home clean is the best protection against illness. Remember, even the more common maladies like the cold virus can make you more susceptible to something more serious like COVID-19. Homes that are not clean are known to have poor air quality — something that does not help your lungs stay healthy. Keeping your home clean and dust free is recognized as one of the best ways to prevent many illness, especially respiratory illnesses!

The health status of your family

If you or someone in your family is at high-risk in contracting the coronavirus, you will want to discuss this with your house cleaners in advance so they can make the necessary preparations to ensure your safety. You may also talk with your physician regarding your plans to see if there are any additional recommendations they have for your safety.

It would be best to let your house cleaning agency know whether you or any of your loved ones have been sick in the past 48 hours to protect the cleaners they refer to your home from any risks of COVID-19.

When you schedule a house cleaning appointment with Howard’s, please let us know if you or any of your family members have been sick for the past ten days. You can also let us know of any specific personal needs. We will take note of them and inform the house cleaning professionals before they visit your home.

Our customer’s story

Maggie from Tustin shares her story of hiring Howard’s during the pandemic and how we take precautions to avoid the spread of COVID-19.

“I started working from home since June and I cannot juggle work and home. My husband helps me out with the kids. With the rising cases of COVID-19, it makes me think about the safety of my family.

Howard’s is always my go-to house cleaning referral agency. His house cleaners are professionals and always know what I want when it comes to cleanliness. They follow the guidelines the health sector implemented. I know my family and I will be safe when they clean our house.

With the pandemic, I take extra safety precautions in making sure my family and Howard’s house cleaners will not be exposed to any health risks. Howard’s always accommodates my specific needs and that’s what I love about them.”

Your home should be the safest place for you and your loved ones. That’s why Howard’s is always ready to service our customers during the pandemic. You can schedule a house cleaning appointment with us by calling 949 215 9550 to learn more about our house cleaning referral agency and how we can help fight against COVID-19.

It’s the weekend again! You’ve spent the entire week working and you’ve decided that when the weekend comes, you’ll do something fun. Somehow that doesn’t happen. You look around the house and it is a total mess. You would allot the entire day to make your house look spick and span, but going to the beach sure sounds more fun.

There is no need to worry about cancelling that weekend plan of yours. All you have to do is pick up the phone and call Howard’s. We are always at your service to do the house cleaning while you splash the cool waters.

One of our dear clients, Darlene from Huntington Beach, shares her story of how Howard’s saved her plans from being postponed.

“My family and I always schedule a family get-together every weekend. Stan and I work every day while the kids are in school so there’s barely any time for us to bond as a family. As a mom, I can’t even squeeze in the time to do a full house cleaning. I found out about Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency while browsing Instagram. After my first schedule with them, I immediately had their number on my speed dial so I can book a weekly house cleaning schedule with them. I just adore Howard’s excellent and professional cleaning services. They are the best!”

You can also experience the best house cleaning referral agency in Orange County. We always prioritize excellence and quality first. Schedule a house cleaning appointment with us today. Call us at 949 215 9550 or visit our website at howardshousecleaning.com to get a quote.

Some of us are taking a precaution against going outside to avoid getting infecting with COVID-19. There are families that prefer to stay at home and still enjoy the summer with family. Of course, that means things can get messy, but that’s where our services come into play for cleaning your house!

So Howard’s has come up with a few activities you can enjoy at home during the summer season. And don’t worry about making a mess. Have fun — and then call us for the cleanup! 

Picnic in your backyard. Despite the precaution of not going out of the house, you can still can go out of your garden or backyard to get some sunshine. It is also a good place to have a picnic with family. Make your favorite snacks and finger foods, set a red checkered blanket on the grass, and enjoy the beautiful view of nature in your humble garden. 

Go Stargazing. When the sun has set and the heavenly bodies of the night sky have appeared, settle somewhere peaceful and quiet and lie down to look up at the constellations of the stars. 

Want to know more about what’s up there? Want to look extra smart and be the first to point out the Big Dipper? Check out this cool online guide from The Backyard Gnome here. There are a couple apps you can also use on your Android or Apple phone that make it really easy and fun to explore the galaxy from your backyard!

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Eat popsicles and ice cream cones. One way to beat the scorching heat of summer is to cool down with homemade popsicles and ice cream. Pick the flavor of the day and start making! your treat! The kids and the kids at heart will love it. It’s really easy to make tasty popsicles, and making delicious ice cream isn’t too hard if you have the right kitchen equipment — Food & Wine magazine recently put out a list of the best ice cream makers for your kitchen. 

Samantha from Huntington Beach has been our loyal house cleaning customer for over a year. She and her family always head to Huntington Beach to get tan and splash in the cool waters.

“My husband and our three kids always enjoy summer by heading to the beach. I would watch the kids swim in the cool waters and build sand castles. But ever since the pandemic broke out, I told them that we had to stay home to keep safe. 

“I made plans of doing fun activities while at home to enjoy summer. We make homemade ice cream together and build pillow forts. In the back of my mind, I’m thinking about the mess we might leave afterwards, but I am confident with my forever house cleaners, Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency. 

Howard always has the best professional house cleaners that keep my house sparkling clean. I just give them a call and book a house cleaning appointment. Last year, I availed of their big summer cleaning discount. I am always thankful of Howard!”

Enjoy the heat of summer even indoors while we take care of your house cleaning. Dial Howard’s today at 949 215 9550.

Finally, Summer is here! How are you going to spend 100, well technically 93, days of summer? I’m sure you’ve got tons of plans and ideas. How about house cleaning? I know you don’t want to spend the entire day cleaning all the while you could be out with friends or family.

When you need some house cleaning done, you can rely on Howard’s to do that for you. No need to cancel any plans you’ve been looking forward the entire week.

Timothy from Fullerton has shared his experience with Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency.

I’m a single dad who resides in Dana Point with my son, Jackson.  I am at work for almost the entire week so I leave my son at my sister’s house, which is a block away.

During Saturdays and Sundays, I always make sure to spend time with Jackson. Now that it is summer, I got tons of plans to do with my kid.

My sister reprimands me about how messy our house can be. What can I say? I’m a guy who works most of the time and all I want is to take a rest the minute I get home. She suggested that I book a house cleaning schedule with Howard’s especially now that they’re giving a big summer cleaning discount. It was the best thing that ever happened to me. Now, I don’t have to think about spending my days off cleaning the house. I could just spend it with Jackson while the professionals do the cleaning for me. Thanks Howard!

Spend your days off with your loved ones this summer while we take care of your house cleaning. Dial Howard’s today at 949 215 9550 or visit our website at howardshousecleaning.com.

Did you know that one way to keep yourself safe from getting sick is to wash your hands? Yes, it’s as easy as that aside from eating healthy and drinking your vitamins. There a lot of diseases that have spread all because of the fact that people didn’t wash their hands properly.

Proper hand washing before handling anything is a good way to kill harmful viruses and bacteria. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hand washing can prevent 1 in 3 cases of diarrhea and 1 in 5 cases of respiratory infections such as a cold or the flu. You should also keep in mind that touching your eyes, nose, mouth and face and other parts of your body and even household surfaces should be avoided when you are unsure of the cleanliness of your hands.

The Discovery of Hand Washing Importance

A Hungarian physician, Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, discovered the medical benefits of proper handwashing. On the 20th of March 1847, Dr. Semmelweis introduced the washing of hands with chlorinated lime solutions for interns who had done autopsies. During his tenure at Vienna General Hospital in the mid 19th century, there was an unknown and poor disease called “childbed fever”. Thus, it led to high mortality rates in maternity wards across Europe.

He discovered through a thorough investigation that the doctors themselves were the cause. For instance, a doctor who went through autopsies of cadavers would later attend a mother in labor. Think about where the hands of the doctor had come from!

Semmelweis later ordered something that most doctors did not agree with: Proper handwashing after every patient examinations. After that, there was a reduction of new mothers getting the childbed fever. Thanks, Dr. Semmelweis!

Proper Hand Washing Prevents Spread of Infectious Disease

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, handwashing education reduces the spread of numerous diseases.

The number of people who get sick with diarrhea reduced by 23-40%. Diarrheal illness in people with weakened immune systems reduced by 58%. Respiratory illnesses in the general population reduced by 16-21%. Absenteeism due to gastrointestinal illness in schoolchildren reduced by 29-57%

Through proper handwashing, we can prevent the following:

First of all, touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with dirty hands is a big no-no. These are the places where germs can get it and we are never even aware of it.

Also, dirt can get into the food that you eat. If you don’t wash your hands before preparing, you might get sick in the stomach.

Aside from that, you can also get germs from handrails, tabletops, and other objects or surfaces. This is through transmission from someone who did not wash their hands.

Lastly, we also need to think of how to clean our homes. That’s where we can help you out. We have the best referral and professional cleaners. They always practice proper handwashing and proper hygiene too.

If you aren’t confident with yourself or you just want the best for your family, another answer is to hire the professionals Howard’s House Cleaning Agency can refer. The professional cleaners we refer are trained to have the best-in-class cleaning practices that prioritize your health and safety. With their expertise, you will rest easy knowing that your house is not just clean but THOROUGHLY CLEAN!

We spoke with Lucy S., one of our recurring customers from Fullerton, about her experience with the professionals we referred — and she had this to say: “After witnessing how Howard’s [referred maids] clean, I’m really impressed. They truly are professionals. They didn’t just clean the obvious stuff but they also made sure that the common areas where me and my kids usually touch are cleaned and disinfected. I would recommend them to anyone who wants a thorough cleaning.”

So there you have it. There is such a big impact just by washing your hands properly. With that, get those hands soaping, scrubbing, and a thorough washing! Always remember to keep safe and stay healthy!

A cleaner home… is a healthier home.
Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service.
Call Howard today!

The Best House Cleaning Referral Agency
Referring PROFESSIONAL maids is our business… EXCELLENCE!

P.S. We can make your house just as spotless as the White House.

*** CALL TODAY: 949-215-9550

Contact us for referrals to the very best house cleaners in Orange County.

Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service to provide you the excellence that you are looking for when it comes to cleaning your beautiful homes.

PSA from Howard of HHCRA

As you know, the maids (Independent Domestic Workers) referred by Howard’s are the best in the business. They are experts in cleaning and sanitizing. That’s one problem resolved.

Next; some of our clients require the maids to wear a mask. This is nothing new. The client’s supply them. We are also recommending that the clients use some sort of aerosol sanitizing spray periodically, or as needed. Again, the clients typically already have one of their choosing.

Finally; the maids are aware of the health issues, and are paying attention to everyone’s benefit.

Just a quick note. I’m sure you’ve been bombarded with all kinds of information about the Corona Virus on the television and internet… Also; remember it’s Flu & Cold season. So, drink a lot of liquid, and keep nourished. Here are some common-sense ideas…

Practice Good Hygiene

1) Wash your hands frequently

We never know where our hands have been so make sure to wash your hands. Pick a 20-second part from your favorite song and sing it while you do.

2) Avoid touching your face, nose & eyes

As much as possible, don’t touch your face even when it feels itchy. You can use a clean handkerchief or tissue paper to wipe your face.

3) Cover coughs & sneezes

Listen, it is always important to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. It is also proper decorum and avoids spreading droplets.

4) Disinfect surfaces regularly

We never long how long it will last on the surface so make sure to disinfect your furniture and fixtures.

5) Limit handshaking

Human to human contact may be a way to spread unwanted diseases or viruses. Make sure to avoid touching someone else.

6) Maintain Social Distancing

Maintain a distance of one meter away from another person. It may be hard especially if you’re the kind of person who likes to hug or be hugged.

Meeting & Travel Precautions

1) Stay home if you are sick

It’s better to be safe than sorry as they always say. If you are sick and don’t want someone else to catch it, please stay at home and isolate yourself so you can recover fast.

2) Consider postponing travel plans

Why travel during the global crisis? Big discounts aren’t really worth it if you are going to be sick just by traveling. How about a stay-cation instead.

3) Avoid large gatherings

We never know who we get in contact with crowds. Avoid them for now.

4) Conduct video conference meetings

With the power of technology today, we can still see each other but through our screens. If it is an important topic to be talked about, you can schedule a group message or video conference.

WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. TIME TO GET SAFE:

The maids referred by Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency, Inc. are literally the best in the business. They are experts at cleaning and sanitizing. If you need help, call us … (949) 215-9550. ALWAYS… AT YOUR SERVICE!

Kindest Regards, Howard

Ways To Attain Good Hygiene

Good Hygiene, and ways on how to attain it. Do you remember when you were young? Your parents always told you to clean up before eating? Take a bath every day? Nowadays,  with what’s going on right now, I think we should take those reminders seriously.

Let us take a calming moment and remind ourselves of what we can personally do in order to maintain good hygiene that can have good benefits for our immune system and prevent diseases and viral infections.

Wash your hands more often

We can never tell or remember what we’ve touched using our hands. With that, it’s always better if we wash regularly. You can also use isopropyl alcohol or alcohol-based hand sanitizing gel. Isopropyl alcohol that have 70% solution are better than 40% when it comes to disinfecting. These are handy when water and soap are not available.

Bathe Regularly

Always take a bath! Scrub your body with soap or body wash. Doing such helps in removing dead skin cells. This also helps in getting rid of the germs and dirt that have clung to you for the rest of the day. Aside from that, it leaves you feeling refreshed. You can also use a shower cap if you don’t feel like washing your hair every day.

Brush Your Teeth

In order to attain good dental health, you have to brush your teeth twice a day or every after a meal. This is important as it prevents gum diseases that may lead to complications. You can also use mouthwash when you aren’t carrying a toothbrush around. Flossing is also important as it takes out the nook and crannies that brushing cannot reach.

Trim Fingernails and Toenails

Do you notice every time you look at your fingernails and see dirt underneath them? Where did that come from? Did I scrape something dirty? Yikes! Aside from maintaining the cleanliness of your nails, it also prevents hangnails and other damages.

Wear Deodorant

One thing to remember is that you need to smell fresh and clean. This is where using a deodorant comes in. Also, if you sweat profusely and want to control that sweating, you can also use an antiperspirant. Use natural and aluminum-free deodorants.

Clean Your Hair

While taking a bath, make sure to massage your hair. Doctors recommend that you wash your hair twice or thrice a week but that all depends on your hair quality.

Now that we know how to maintain our personal hygiene, we also need to think of how to clean up our surroundings. This is also specifies our own homes. If you want hassle-free cleaning and sanitizing, you can schedule a regular appointment with Howard’s House Cleaning and Referral Agency.

We refer professional house cleaners that can provide quality cleaning and sanitizing services. They can disinfect your house from dirt and other viral infections. There is no need to fear for as long as you maintain cleanliness and discipline.

A cleaner home… is a healthier home.
Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service.
Call Howard today!

The Best House Cleaning Referral Agency

Referring PROFESSIONAL maids is our business… EXCELLENCE!

P.S.  We can make your house just as spotless as the White House.

*** CALL TODAY:  949-215-9550

Contact us for referrals to the very best house cleaners in Orange County.

Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service to provide you the excellence that you are looking for when it comes to cleaning your beautiful homes.

International Women’s Day

First of all, we would like to dedicate this entry to the powerful women in our lives. It may be too late for the post but we still want to give appreciation. We all have known great women in our lives, be it our grandmothers, granddaughters, mothers, aunts, daughters, or wives. They have brought such inspirations in our lives and therefore they deserve to have a day dedicated to them.

International Women’s Day is celebrated to honor the women who have achieved milestones and those who have made big changes that impacted society. It is also one way of celebrating the women in your life.

Now, what would be a perfect way to give back to the hardworking wife of yours? What would be a good way to honor her and her strength in being a homemaker? Here is one way for you to give back: Start scheduling your house cleaning!

Give your wife the gift of cleaning. She won’t need to hassle herself in cleaning the entire house. Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency has got that covered for you. We offer weekly and bi-weekly cleaning schedules. We also make sure it accommodates your chosen time.

All-day Pamper Treatment

You could also take her out on a pampering trip to the salon or the spa. You could also set up a surprise her with a romantic dinner reservation somewhere fancy. While you are both away to spend some quality time together, our professional cleaners can make your home spotless and refreshed.

Drive Back to Memory Lane

Aside from giving her a pamper trip, you could also go out on a road trip. Reminisce the days when you were young and go back to the place you first met. While you are enjoying a trip down memory lane, our cleaners have dusted the furnishings and fixtures. We have also sanitized your home with our eco-friendly and chemical-free house cleaning agents.

How about that? When you get home after spending quality time, you will come home to a dust-free and refreshed home. The special someone in your life deserves all that. Happy International Women’s Day!

A cleaner home… is a healthier home.
Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service.
Call Howard today!

The Best House Cleaning Referral Agency

Referring PROFESSIONAL maids is our business… EXCELLENCE!

P.S.  We can make your house just as spotless as the White House.

*** CALL TODAY:  949-215-9550

Contact us for referrals to the very best house cleaners in Orange County.

Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service to provide you the excellence that you are looking for when it comes to cleaning your beautiful homes.

Weekly Cleaning is Better than Monthly

Today you’ve decided to pick up the phone and schedule a cleaning appointment. All of a sudden, a thought pops in your head. Should you schedule for a monthly or weekly cleaning?

First of all, let me tell you that weekly or bi-weekly cleaning schedule is better than monthly. Let me give you the reasons as to why.

You get a refreshed weekly start

Your home stays clean and cleaner is healthier. The less frequent the cleaning… the less healthy. Firstly, I think it would be nice to come home every week to a wonderful home with that refreshing scent. Homes that smell nice have an effect towards your mood and emotions. Most of our Orange County clients like going home to a newly-cleaned. This is due to the fact that it resembles a reset to start the week anew. I hear all the time, that our Orange County clients love coming home to a newly-cleaned home. They say it feels like a reset for the week.

No worries about cleaning supplies

Secondly, almost all of us have wondered what kind of cleaning supplies we should use. Well, you don’t have to worry about any of that. The professional independent service providers referred by Howard’s, always bring their own eco-friendly cleaning supplies. These professionals know what to cleaning and how to clean. Some clients prefer to use their own cleaning supplies… That’s fine too. No matter what you want to be cleaned, these maids know what to do.

Easier to maintain than your weekly schedule

Another reason to choose a weekly or bi-weekly cleaning schedule is this: Dust and dirt never settle too long in your home. If you’re the kind of homeowner who suffers from allergic rhinitis or just doesn’t want a dusty home, this is the right schedule for you.

You see, if you pick a monthly schedule, you will be responsible for the next three weeks of making sure dust and dirt don’t accumulate. Now we wouldn’t want that. The reason why we hired a professional cleaner is to avoid doing the cleaning ourselves.

It’s a form of self-care

Coming home to a clean home every week can be a form of self-care because you see less clutter and more organization in your home. It is quite important for us to feel comfortable at home as this is our refuge. We somehow feel anxious and uneasy around clutter so having someone clean up every week can help in distressing.

Better deal than monthly cleaning

Prices vary when it comes to cleaning appointments. (No worries though, Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always affordable. A weekly cleaning schedule gives better value than monthly less deferred maintenance, and far more healthy living.
If you have a limited budget. Call Howard, he can help.

So there you have it. A cleaner home… is a healthier home.
Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service.
Call Howard today!

The Best House Cleaning Referral Agency

Referring PROFESSIONAL maids is our business… EXCELLENCE!

P.S.  We can make your house just as spotless as the White House.

*** CALL TODAY:  949-215-9550

Contact us for referrals to the very best house cleaners in Orange County.

Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service to provide you the excellence that you are looking for when it comes to cleaning your beautiful homes. Contact us today!

Leap Day Cleaning

Today is such an important day. Not only is it a weekend, but it is also a Leap Day. February 29 happens every four years, but exactly do we get an extra 24 hours every four years? This is because Earth’s orbit around the sun is around 365.256 days so a leap day compensates for this lag. This helps in realigning the calendar with the Earth’s position in the Solar System. With that said, I will leave the extra-scientific facts to the experts.

Anyways, today is such a blessing. We are given an extra day to do something special. In addition to that, it also lands on a Saturday. Wouldn’t it be a great idea to spend time with your family? or better yet, schedule a cleaning appointment? This can be good in giving your home that new refreshing look in time for spring break.

You can revamp your Leap Day cleaning by doing a checklist of these things you want for your home. In this way, the assigned cleaners to your appointment will know exactly what you want.

Here are the things to make your living space a brighter and refreshing home.

Redo Your Living Space

Firstly, you can rearrange the accents and fixtures of your home to give it a glowing happy aura. While doing so, you can vacuum the dust bunnies and other hard to reach areas. Put in new pillowcases for the sofa pillows. It would also be a good thing to move things around by placing them in new rooms.

Wash the Windows, Curtains, and Blinds

Let the light shine through your windows! Wipe the dust from the windowsill from the remnants of snow and dirt. Experts say that windows should be cleaned once or twice a month. So now that you’ve started cleaning up the windows on the leap year, it is now easier to do. Now let’s get those windows clean up so we can see the great view from beyond.

Polish Your Wood Furniture

Wipe the dust of your antique wood furnishing. There are environment-friendly wood polish or even make one yourself. Now, your fixtures will look brand new.

Organize your closets

Wouldn’t it be nice to open those closets and see how organized they are? I know I would love that too. Aside from organizing the stuff in it, you can also pick out what to keep and what to get rid of. If you are going to get rid of something, pick something that hasn’t been used for six months (and not for seasonal use), you can either sell it or donate it.

So there you have it. I hope that helps with the rundown of how you want your home to be cleaned. Happy Leap Day and see you soon!

Howard’s House Cleaning Referral Agency is always at your service to provide you the excellence that you are looking for when it comes to cleaning your beautiful homes. Contact us today!

The Best House Cleaning Referral Agency

Referring PROFESSIONAL maids is our business… EXCELLENCE!

P.S.  We can make your house just as spotless as the White House.

*** CALL TODAY:  949-215-9550

Contact us for referrals to the very best house cleaners in Orange County.