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Clean Machines Keep Summer Bright
OMAHA, Neb., May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer traditionally begins on Memorial Day even though the calendar doesn't acknowledge a seasonal change until June. The day signals numerous transitions, including moving those heavy, dark winter clothes out of the closet and replacing them with lighter, brighter togs.
If your summer clothes are dull and grey and your whites are yellowing, part of the problem may be a dirty washing machine. To keep you and your wearables looking as fresh as a summer bloom, experts at The Maids (www.maids.com), the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health using environmentally preferable products, offer these steps for keeping laundry rooms ship-shape...

Experts at The Maids say tidying up just one way to ensure satisfaction.
OMAHA, Neb., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A friend once confided that a service couldn't clean her home well because it was too "dirty." The service wasn't talking about removing dirt, grease or pet hair; it was pointing out the difficulties of deep cleaning because of the surface clutter.
There are many ways to ensure that you'll get the most from professional cleaners. Experts at The Maids (www.maids.com), the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health using environmentally preferable products, offer these ideas to prepare your home for a visit from pros.
Clutter, clutter everywhere
Cleaning specialists focus on eliminating dirt, contaminants and allergens; they are not in the business of organizing...

Time does not stand still and neither should your business. Keeping your company up to date is vital for its continued success.
OMAHA, Neb., Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Maids, a leading franchised residential cleaning service, stands apart from other companies because of its exclusive 22-Step Healthy Touch ® Deep Cleaning System. More than 150 franchise partners use environmentally preferable cleaning products, a methodical cleaning approach and state-of-the-art equipment to provide customers with consistent, quality service.
Experts from The Maids offer these five strategies to help your business move forward in 2012.
Technology – You don't have to understand everything about evolving technology; you just need to know how to use it to your advantage...

THE MAIDS offers 10 tips to tackle post-party cleanup.
OMAHA, Neb., Feb. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- They are excited, they are rowdy and they are hungry. They're coming over to watch the big game, and they're leaving behind stains and crumbs for you to clear away. Keeps your home in working order before and after a game-day party using these simple and effective tips from The Maids. 

Make space for coats in a closet or in a bedroom. Put out an extra rug or two in the entryway in case of wet shoes.
If using paper products, put plenty of trash containers around the house with extra trash bags in the bottom. When you pull out a full trash bag, another bag is then within an arm's reach.
If you have a dishwasher, make sure it is cleaned out before guests arrive so you can stash dirty dishes inside to stay ahead of the game...

OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly half of all Americans are likely to make a New Year's resolution in 2012. This year, promise to make your housecleaning practices more efficient and effective with advice from experts at The Maids, the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health using environmentally preferable products. Incorporating these ideas into your cleaning regime will help you keep other resolutions, like spending more time with family, traveling more, saving money...
Following are five promises to make to help you improve your 2012 housecleaning routine:
1. Make a plan, develop a schedule
Housekeeping, like any other task, will be more efficient and more effective when realistic goals are set, plans are made, and a written schedule is followed...

December 21, 2011 // Franchising.com // OMAHA, Neb. - The Maids ranks 43 overall on the prestigious Entrepreneur 2012 Franchise 500 list and holds the top spot in its category.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled that The Maids continues to place high on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list and we're honored to hold the top ranking in our category,” said Colin Bishop, president and chief executive officer of THE MAIDS International, Inc. “Being identified by Entrepreneur for our successes is a great distinction and we are very proud.”
The Entrepreneur rankings, which are noted as the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world, are comprised from franchise companies that submit full Uniform Franchise Offering Circulars (UFOCs) or Canadian disclosure documents to Entrepreneur...

OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Unexpected visitors seem to increase during the holiday season, and it never fails to happen when you have dishes in the sink, a project spread out across the living room, and laundry hanging in the bathroom. Such little surprises don't need to spiral your stress levels.
Experts at The Maids (www.maids.com), the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health using environmentally preferable products, offer these five steps to help get your home ready for guests in half an hour or less.
Concentrate on areas the guests will see, such as the entrance hall, living room, kitchen or bathroom, and spend what time you have on clutter removal and surface cleaning. Visitors want to see you, so don't worry about a white-glove inspection...

OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Wish you could have more time to devote to your New Year's Resolutions? Well, who says you can't? Help comes in the form of a little yellow car, and the four-person cleaning powerhouse inside of it. Let the upcoming year be all about you with THE MAIDS® "Happy You Year" Sweepstakes, an online promotion from THE MAIDS®. Simply visit http://www.maids.com/sweepstakes from Nov. 21 through Dec. 31, 2011, and enter as often as once a day for a chance to win free housecleaning for up to a year.
The grand prize winner will be selected in a random drawing and receive a $3500 gift certificate toward up to a year of free cleaning service from THE MAIDS®. THE MAIDS® is also offering 25 first prizes for a one-time cleaning service to be issued as a $350THE MAIDS® gift certificate...

OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The goblins and ghouls have come and gone, but your home still may be a frightful place. Real cobwebs that hang in the corner no longer add to the ambiance of the living room. Dust balls lurk under the beds, and only a scientist can hazard a guess at what's growing in the dark recesses of your refrigerator.
Experts at The Maids (www.maids.com), the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health using environmentally preferable products, a strategic cleaning approach and state-of-the-art equipment, offer these ideas to help you focus on often-overlooked areas so you can transform your haunted house into home-sweet-home.
It Came from Above. Cobwebs might have been the perfect decor for a Halloween party, but now they are simply creepy...

Residential Cleaning Company Operates More Than 160 Franchises
OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Like any small business, franchises need to differentiate themselves from their competitors and continually reach out to potential customers in order to record growth and be successful.
One big advantage franchises have over other businesses is that they begin their enterprise with a solid brand name, and if you've chosen franchisors wisely, a great reputation and a receptive target audience. No business can rest on its laurels, however, and as the owner, you'll need to market your service or product.
The Maids, the residential cleaning company that stands out from competitors because of its exclusive 22-Step Healthy Touch® Deep Cleaning System, understands the importance of continuous and targeted marketing...

Holiday Home Entertaining, Hip and Hassle-FreeOMAHA, Neb., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- The holiday season tends to be one of the busiest travel times of the year. However, if you are lucky enough to skip the trip out of town in favor of hosting, don't worry! Cleaning experts at THE MAIDS® Home Services (www.maids.com), a residential cleaning service, offer the following tips to help your holiday plans go off without a hitch: Launder and press bed dressings for any overnight guests. Leave clean towels in each guest bedroom and top with a holiday candy piece or two to make your guests feel pampered. Clean out your refrigerator to make room for leftovers. Make sure you have adequate storage containers and space for the extra food before the meals begin...

July 15, 2009 // Franchising.com // When choosing a remodel project over a new-home purchase, keep in mind that the hottest textile trend like granite, stainless steel, travertine and bamboo all require special, yet simple, care. Heed these tips from the cleaning experts at THE MAIDS Home Services, a residential cleaning service, to keep your transformed home looking its best for years to come. Granite countertops, whether in the kitchen or bathroom, are easy to maintain - a solution of water and a mild PH-balanced detergent will remove surface dirt and eliminate streaks. Avoid ammonia as it tends to break down the granite sealant. Keep stainless steel appliances gleaming by washing with a mild degreasing detergent added to hot water. Once dry, apply a stainless steel polish, going with the grain, to help resist fingerprints, repel dirt and restore shine...

THE MAIDS(R) Home Services offers the top five solutions for a fresh and clean start

OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- It only takes a few weeks of consistently doing something before it becomes a habit, ingrained in our daily routine. Don't think you have the time or energy for one more resolution? The following simple tips from the cleaning experts at THE MAIDS Home Services (http://www.maids.com), a residential cleaning service, are your solution to keeping your cleaning resolutions all year long.

Sink always full and cluttered? Make a habit of emptying the dishwasher before you go to bed. The morning's dishes can then be put directly into the dishwasher instead of cluttering the sink.

Stop dirt in its tracks...

July 03, 2008 // Franchising.com // According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 74 million Americans attended a summer barbecue in 2007. It's safe to assume that a good number of these summer celebrations happened over the July 4th holiday. If you are one of the millions who will host a summer soiree, thoughtful preparations can help you avoid most mishaps and make clean up a sweet breeze. Ready your home with these top 10 party tips from THE MAIDS Home Services and enjoy an unforgettable party.
Keep a recycling bin within guests' reach for bottles and cans.
Messy fingers have a tendency to leave unwanted prints, streaks and stains. Place moist towelettes near finger foods and reduce the amount of necessary post-party scrubbing...

April 16, 2008 // Franchising.com // You may not be able to hide from your allergies or asthma while outdoors, but why deal with irritating triggers in your home? Having a plan of action for avoiding allergy and asthma catalysts will let you focus on more important things, not on your symptoms.

Try to prevent as many allergens and contaminants as possible from causing havoc in your home by following these preventative maintenance techniques provided by THE MAIDS Home Services.Plug-in air fresheners can cause allergy symptoms to increase. Create your own natural air-freshener. Place cloves, cinnamon sticks, allspice or other favorite spice in a pot of hot water, simmer for about an hour and a half.
Vacuums can make all the difference...

[startIf you are looking to sell your home, make sure to present it in its best condition, the cleanest one! Home sales peak during the months of April and May. Take advantage of the seasonal upswing and make your home clean and clutter-free. Pay particular attention to the kitchen and bathrooms. These areas have become increasingly important in realizing your home's full sales potential.
Follow these house cleaning tips from THE MAIDS(R) Home Services to get your home market-ready.Wash windows inside and out. Use a drop of liquid dish soap per two gallons of water and a good squeegee. Dry the window with crumpled newspaper. You'll get the best results if you wash windows on a cloudy, not sunny day, because sunlight dries the glass quickly, causing it to streak...

March 04, 2008 // Franchising.com // OMAHA, Neb. - THE MAIDS Home Services, the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health, recently received Franchise Business Review's Franchise 50® top residential cleaning franchise award. The MAIDS were ranked fourth in the cleaning industry and tenth in the overall large systems category.

"We are honored with this distinction as the premier residential cleaning franchise," said Dan Bishop, founder, president and chief executive officer of The MAIDS International, Inc. "As a large organization, we face a multitude of challenges in maintaining a positive relationship with our franchisees. The recognition of our franchise owners' high level of satisfaction is a validation of the support system and business values to which we adhere...

November 06, 2007 // Franchising.com // Crying newborns and cleanliness don't often go hand in hand. Especially for first time parents, who hardly have time to sleep, much less keep a clean house.

However, it is important for new parents to make sure their home is a safe and healthy environment for their baby. Contaminants like radon, carbon monoxide, lead and allergens can make their way into your home, putting your baby at risk for sickness or injury. Proper cleaning ensures your little ones will be safe as they explore the new environment.

THE MAIDS Home Services, a residential cleaning franchise specializing in cleaning for health, has the following tips for new parents:

* Viruses and bacteria are commonly spread by contact with diapers, changing areas, uncooked meat, bathrooms, high chairs and toys...

It's that time of year again – the kids are headed to school and your busy schedule is back in full force. If your home is still dingy from the dog days of summer, bring things up to speed in your home by simplifying your cleaning routine. Use the following tips from THE MAIDS Home Services to get back into a routine and maintain an orderly household – effortlessly.

Place a doormat outside of your front entry door to reduce the amount of dirt tracked into the home.

Leave a squeegee inside the shower and have each family member squeegee the walls after each shower. This reduces hard water buildup and a lot of scrubbing later on. A towel can also be used in place of a squeegee.

Pour 1 cup white vinegar in the toilet bowl and leave overnight...