When it's time to clean your home, it's easy to overlook areas that aren't easily within reach. Some of these areas might require special equipment, while others may be tricky to access. Our REALTORS® know that a clean, fresh-smelling property is more attractive to prospective buyers. Ban dust bunnies from your house, wherever they might be hiding, and follow our tips to help you clean those hard-to-reach places in your home. 

1. Invest in Extendable Cleaning Tools
   Extendable cleaning tools make it easier and quicker to clean high-up areas without having to drag out a ladder. An added benefit is that many extendable cleaning tools work well for everyday cleaning. When adding your home to the inventory of Richmond homes for sale, it's essential to ensure that every portion of your home is clean. Extendable tools ensure that you don't miss any dust on your ceiling fan or on the tops of your cabinets. 

2. Look for Tools with Pivoting Heads
   Another characteristic to look for in your cleaning tools is a pivoting head. A pivoting head is easier to maneuver in tight spaces, and you'll be able to tackle the dirty area from different angles. Pivoting heads are also more effective at cleaning small areas (like the grates on your heating vents) than their stationary counterparts. 

3. Break Out the Crevice Tool for Your Vacuum Cleaner
   When you're faced with tight nooks and crannies that are filled with dust in grime, break out your vacuum cleaner and its crevice tool. The crevice tool is a valuable addition to your cleaning regimen; use it to quickly remove hair, dust, and other ick from tight, narrow areas. Not only will this save you time, but when it's time to wipe down these dirty areas, you won't have to worry about removing layers of pet hair and dust interfering with your cleaning session. You can also use your crevice tool to quickly dust areas that are physically uncomfortable for you to reach (like under your beds or behind your appliances). 

4. Try a Scrub Brush
   If your hands just feel like they're too big to effectively clean narrow areas, try a scrub brush. You can select the size and firmness of your scrub brush so that it's suitable for the area you're cleaning. The scrub brush is also much more narrow than your arm or hand, making it easier for you to scrub these tight areas.

5. Give Your Cleaning Products a Few Minutes to Work
   It's tempting to jump right in with your cleaning tools and a little elbow grease when you're faced with a filthy area. However, make sure that you give your cleaning products a few minutes to work before you dive in with your cleaning efforts. Let your cleaning products sit for about 10 minutes before you start scrubbing. This will give the product a chance to break up any grime or set-in stains so that they're easier for you to remove. 

6. Always Clean the Room from Top to Bottom
   You don't want to spend a lot of time removing dust from tight spaces, only to inadvertently add more dirt when you clean other areas. Make sure you always clean a room from top to bottom. This will ensure that you don't wind up having to clean something twice. 

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