The Lazy Chicagoan’s Guide to a Spotless Apartment (Without Lifting a Finger)

Let’s be real—between work, social life, and deep-dish pizza runs, keeping your Chicago apartment clean is probably last on your to-do list. But what if you could have a spotless space without scrubbing a single toilet? Here’s how to make it happen (hint: it involves professional home cleaning and a few genius shortcuts).

1. Outsource the Heavy Lifting

Why waste your weekend cleaning when you could be at brunch? A Chicago cleaning company like Jikas handles everything—floors, kitchens, bathrooms—so you don’t have to. Pro tip: Book recurring apartment cleaning to stay perpetually tidy.

2. The 5-Minute “Company’s Coming” Fix

Unexpected guests? Use this emergency cheat sheet:

• Stash clutter in a laundry basket (out of sight, out of mind)
• Wipe surfaces with disinfecting wipes
• Spritz a linen spray for instant “clean home” vibes

For a truly guest-ready space, schedule a cleaning stat.

3. Stop Dirt Before It Starts

Entryway Hacks

Chicago winters = salt and slush everywhere. Place a washable rug and shoe tray by the door to cut deep cleaning help needs by 50%.

Kitchen Tricks

Line your fridge shelves with placemats for easy wipe-downs. Bonus: Order a cleaning service near me to tackle that mystery fridge spill.

4. Tech to the Rescue

Set phone reminders for:

• Trash day alerts
• Monthly fast cleaning services bookings
• 15-minute nightly tidy-up alarms

5. The Ultimate Lazy Win: Let Pros Handle It

Chicagoans spend 67 hours/year cleaning. Get those hours back by booking an appointment with Jikas—we’ll bring the supplies, elbow grease, and spotless results.