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All-Purpose Cleaner: The Hero We Deserve?
At Tidy Casa, we clean over 600 homes a month across Phoenix and Tucson, and we bring all-purpose cleaner to every single job. It’s a staple in our kits, but here’s the honest truth: There is no one bottle to rule them all. All-purpose cleaner is kind of like a Swiss...
7 Cleaning Hacks That’ll Save Your Sanity (Especially If You Have Kids)
Being a parent is busy. And sometimes, Sunday afternoon shows up... and the house still looks like a toy tornado hit it. We've all been there. At Tidy Casa, we clean over 600 homes every month in Phoenix and Tucson. After 10+ years of cleaning, we’ve learned one...
Is It Cheaper to Make Your Own Cleaning Products?
When we first launched Tidy Casa, we were all in on DIY cleaning products. Eco-friendly, safe for families, and super affordable—what’s not to love, right? But as we started cleaning hundreds of homes a month, we had to rethink our approach. Here’s the honest...
How to Eliminate Stubborn Kitchen Odors (Without Just Masking Them)
We spend a lot of time in kitchens here at Tidy Casa—like, over 600 homes a month worth of time. And one thing we know for sure: no matter how spotless your counters are, if your kitchen smells funky, it never really feels clean. Luckily, we’ve picked up plenty of...
FAQs Shower Door Cleaning Questions Answered By A Pro
At Tidy Casa, we clean a lot of homes. Like, 600+ a month. And one thing that always comes up? 👉 “How do I keep my glass shower doors clean?” If you’ve ever battled soap scum, hard water stains, or that weird cloudy film that refuses to leave, this one’s for you....
Why Rubbing Alcohol Deserves a Spot in Your Cleaning Caddy
At Tidy Casa, we clean over 600 homes a month—and if there’s one unsung hero in our cleaning kit, it’s rubbing alcohol. This stuff doesn’t get the love it deserves. It’s affordable, eco-friendly, and a great option for people who are sensitive to stronger cleaning...
How Often Should You Vacuum? Cleaning Pros Weigh In
Vacuuming—it’s one of those chores that sparks endless debate. Some people vacuum religiously every day, while others wait until their socks turn a suspicious shade of gray. So, how often should you vacuum? At Tidy Casa, we clean 600 homes a month, so we’re having...
The 5 Must-Have Cleaning Products Our Pros Swear By
At Tidy Casa, we do things a little differently. Instead of forcing our cleaners to use a set list of products, we let them choose their own supplies. And after working with over 150 cleaners in the last 10 years and cleaning 600+ homes a month, we’ve learned one...
How to Declutter Your Dining Room (and Keep It That Way!)
The dining room is supposed to be a place of zen, food, and connecting with loved ones, but somehow, it always ends up covered in mail, homework, and where this thing came from? Is it important? If your dining table has become a catch-all, it’s time for a reset....
Move-Out Cleaning: What to Expect, What It Costs & Should You Stay or Go?
Moving is a lot of work. Packing, loading boxes, figuring out where you put your coffee maker—it’s all a bit much. The last thing anyone wants to do after all that? Clean. But whether you're a renter trying to get your security deposit back or a homeowner handing off...