Keeping up with housework can be a seemingly impossible task sometimes. And with all of the chores that need to be done on a daily or weekly basis, some longer-term projects can slip by the wayside. However, if the warm weather has you thinking about spring home cleaning, the guide below looks at some areas that might have been neglected.

Overlooked Housekeeping To-Do List

1. Showers & Tubs

Your shower does get a rinse every day when it's used, and you can help it stay cleaner by removing water with a squeegee afterward. But it also needs thorough, regular scrubbing to get rid of soap scum, keep grout and caulk clean, and prevent mold growth every couple of weeks.

2. Shelves

You might be surprised just how quickly dust can build up if you don't dust regularly. Bookshelves, china cabinets, and the tops of cupboards and fixtures need special attention every month or so. This schedule might need to be moved up if you smoke or have pets, which can contribute to the amount of particulate in the air.

3. Windows & Blinds

Windows accumulate spots so gradually that you may not notice they're there until the glass is almost completely obscured. However, you lose a lot of natural light in the process. A home cleaning solution and microfiber cloth should be able to get the majority of the smudges, but try to wait for a cloudy day—since the sun can dry out your efforts too fast, leaving a film behind. Meanwhile, blinds will accumulate dust much like your shelves and should be wiped down every few weeks.

4. Kitchen Appliances

Your oven and refrigerator are subject to all kinds of spills, and you'll tend to notice this most at times when you can't drop everything to clean them—for example, while cooking. Instead, you must block out a time every month or so to remove their contents and scrub them down.

If your once-in-a-while home cleaning tasks have piled up, a professional housekeeper can help you get them back under control. Call Hire A Maid in Lancaster County, NE, for service on a daily, weekly, monthly, or even yearly basis. Utilizing their over 25 years of experience, they can vacuum drapes, wash and polish floors, or scrub your tile and grout. Learn more about their offerings on their website. To schedule a consultation, contact them at (402) 560-1904.