Our house cleaners will certainly pick up clutter as part of their service, but this means less time spent on a deeper clean. To help the cleaners make the most of their time in your home, make it a point to clean up a few things before they arrive.

• Put toys in toy bins
• Clear mail, newspapers, and magazines from the coffee or dining table
• Put dishes away and clear off counters
• Move piles of dirty laundry into the hamper