How to Get Your Home So Clean, Even Your Mom Would Approve

This one may seem obvious, but it's worth reminding yourself to try to do simple tasks like wiping the toilet and scrubbing toothpaste off the sink as you see the need. This also includes hanging clothes back up or putting them directly in the laundry, loading dishes directly into the dishwasher, and putting your shoes and coat away as you enter the house.

Most of these cleanups only take a minute or two, and they will significantly reduce how often you need to do a top-to-bottom cleanse.