Deep Clean Your Apartment Without Spending Big
On Wall Street, I built businesses by keeping operations lean — no waste, no excess. Cleaning your apartment works the same way: you don’t need pricey products or services, just strategy and discipline. With professional cleaners charging $150–$250 per visit (HomeAdvisor, 2023), here’s how to deep clean for a fraction of the cost.
1. Use Multipurpose Cleaners
- Vinegar, baking soda, and dish soap cover most jobs.
- Cost: under $10 total.
- ROI: replaces dozens of expensive products.
2. Declutter First
- Donate or toss what you don’t use.
- Less stuff = faster cleaning and more space.
3. Tackle High-Impact Areas
- Focus on kitchens, bathrooms, and floors.
- These areas drive 80% of the “clean look.”
4. Repurpose Old Cloths & Towels
- Skip paper towels.
- Old shirts and towels = free reusable rags.
5. DIY Air Freshening
- Simmer citrus peels or use baking soda.
- Cost: pennies vs. $10+ for store-bought sprays.
6. Create a System
- One room at a time, top to bottom.
- Efficient workflow saves hours and energy.
Final Word
On Wall Street, efficiency was the edge. For your apartment, the same law applies: skip overpriced cleaners, leverage basics, and clean strategically. The result? A spotless home and more cash left in your pocket.
