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 cravings, keeping your Chicago apartment clean isn’t exactly a priority. But what if you could have a spotless space without sacrificing your free time? Whether you’re drowning in laundry or just hate scrubbing bathrooms, here’s how to win at adulting (the lazy way).

1. Outsource the Hard Stuff (Because You Can)

Why spend your weekend cleaning when you could be at Wrigley Field or brunching in Logan Square? Hiring a professional home cleaning service means:

• No more stress about unexpected guests seeing your mess
• More time for actual fun (or naps)
• Deeper cleans than you’d ever do yourself (we’re looking at you, fridge shelves)

Pro tip: Book a cleaning service near me like Jikas for recurring appointments—future you will high-five present you.

2. The 5-Minute “Fake It Till You Make It” Clean

For those “oh crap, my landlord’s stopping by” moments:

• Wipe surfaces with disinfecting wipes (kitchen + bathroom first)
• Stash clutter in a laundry basket and hide it (we won’t tell)
• Spritz a fresh scent (instant “clean home” illusion)

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3. Stop Cleaning What Doesn’t Matter

Lazy cleaners prioritize like pros:

✔ DO clean:

• High-traffic areas (floors, counters)
• Germ zones (toilet, sink handles)

✖ SKIP (unless visibly dirty):

• Baseboards (who looks there?)
• Behind furniture (out of sight, out of mind)

Or just schedule a cleaning and let us handle the nitty-gritty.

4. Chicago-Proof Your Space

Windy City living means unique messes. Combat them with:

• Doormats at every entry (stop tracking in Loop grime)
• Window squeegees (winter salt stains begone)
• Air purifiers (because “construction season” never ends)

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5. The Ultimate Lazy Hack: Prevent Messes Before They Happen

• Use disposable liners in trash cans
• Keep cleaning supplies where messes happen (e.g., shower spray in bathroom)
• Invest in a robot vacuum (set it & forget it)

Or… take the truly lazy route and get your space cleaned by experts monthly.