"Keeping Your Home Clean While the Kids Are Home for Summer"

Summer Chaos or Summer Clean? Tips to Keep Your Home Tidy All Season Long

Summer is a season full of sunshine, laughter, and... messes. With school out and the kids home all day, keeping your house clean and organized can feel like a never-ending battle. At Rise to Shine Cleaning, we understand the challenge — and we’re here to help you reclaim your space without sacrificing the fun of summer break.

Here are our top tips for keeping your home clean and picked up while the kids are home for the summer:

1. Create a Simple Daily Routine

Children thrive on structure, even during vacation. A basic schedule that includes designated “clean-up” times—such as before lunch and again before dinner—can help keep things from spiraling out of control. Make tidying up a part of the daily rhythm.

2. Set Up Kid-Friendly Cleaning Stations

Empower your kids by giving them their own cleaning kits with non-toxic wipes, dusters, and small baskets. Label each station with pictures or colors so even the littlest helpers can join in. Not only does this teach responsibility, but it also lightens your load.

3. Designate “Drop Zones”

Designate specific spots for shoes, backpacks, pool towels, and toys to land when the kids come in from their daily adventures. Baskets, bins, and hooks by the door can help stop clutter in its tracks and keep sand, grass, and mud from tracking through the house.

4. Rotate Toys and Activities

Instead of letting every toy your child owns roam free, try rotating toys every week. Fewer toys out means less mess—and kids often play more creatively with less clutter.

5. Take the Mess Outside

Encourage outdoor activities whenever possible. Sidewalk chalk, water balloons, and crafts are much easier to clean up when done outside. Just remember to have a towel station and a quick-clean area by the door before they come back inside.

6. Establish a “15-Minute Family Tidy”

Set a timer and turn on music. For 15 minutes, everyone picks up and puts things away. You’ll be surprised how much can get done in a short time when everyone works together!

7. Schedule a Professional Deep Clean

Sometimes, despite your best efforts, the house just needs a reset. That’s where Rise to Shine Cleaning comes in. A mid-summer deep clean can get your home back on track, eliminate hidden grime, and give you a much-needed break.

Final Thoughts

Summer doesn’t have to mean chaos. With a little planning, teamwork, and support from Rise to Shine Cleaning, your home can be a clean, calm haven—even with kids underfoot. So go ahead, enjoy the sunshine—and let us help keep the mess at bay!

Need help getting your home summer-ready? Contact Rise to Shine Cleaning today for a free quote! 🌞🧼