First, work smarter, not harder! You need to devise a plan to ensure you’re working as efficiently and effectively as possible. Also, writing down your goals will help. Do you want to purge your home of unwanted items and start fresh? In this way you can prioritize each task. And, of course, have your cleaning tools and supplies ready. It’s much better to tackle a deep-cleaning project one room at a time. Also, when you commit to cleaning one room at a time, you can truly evaluate your needs and the purpose of that space. Maybe the guest room turned into some kind of storage closet. Well, now it's time to reclaim that space and give it a new purpose. Get the most out of this space so you don’t feel the need to keep the door closed to hide the mess. Furthermore, that space can be transformed into a meditation room or craft space. Musty, stale odors may be lurking in every corner of your home. Opening up all the windows to let the fresh air in is a good start. Then, it’s important to find the source of the smells. In the kitchen, you can use a simple box of baking soda to absorb odors in the fridge. Also, in the bathroom, remember that hair and other debris can trap bacteria in your pipes. And for all the other areas of your home, it’s just about regular maintenance.