You likely already have a list of things to tackle in your weekly cleaning routine, so the thought of adding more to your plate daily might seem unappealing. Rightfully so. But, you’ll be happy to know that keeping a clean home throughout the week is fairly easy when you implement a few daily habits.

We spoke to three cleaning experts for their top recommended daily habits that help to maintain a clean home and make your space look fresh and organized.

Keep Bathrooms Guest-Ready

In the South, you never know when someone will show up at your house unannounced. That’s why Riley recommends keeping your bathrooms guest-ready for those impromptu visits that won’t leave your embarrassed about the state it’s in. “No one wants to use a bathroom that looks or smells bad,” he says. “Keep Lysol wipes handy so you can quickly wipe down the toilet and surfaces, making sure your bathroom stays presentable and clean.”

Conduct A Simple Straighten-Up

A simple habit to implement into your daily routine is to conduct a simple straighten-up every night. Sometimes keeping a clean home isn’t about how sanitized your space is, but how clutter-free it looks. Mock recommends rearranging your throw pillows and blankets every night to keep your couches looking pristine and to return smaller items, like your remotes, to where they belong. “Use a basket to collect items that don’t belong and put them back where they go. Fold your blankets, stack books your and magazines, and basically tidy up the place to reset your home every night.”

Wipe Down Kitchen Countertops

This task is a little more heavy-duty compared to the others on our list, but trust us, you’ll be glad you did it. Our experts say having a post-cooking cleanse is the ultimate daily habit to keeping your home clean and preventing unwanted odors in your home. Make sure you quickly wipe down the countertops and your range to clean up any food spills, and wash your dishes. Also tidy up the space to remove any countertop clutter that could be making your home look unorganized.

Put Away Entryway Items

Don’t let your beautiful entryway design be compromised by jackets, shoes, and other kinds of clutter. While Shields says it’s natural to let your entryway get to a discarded state throughout the week, tidying it up every day is key to setting the tone for a cleaner home. “The moment you walk through the door, dump keys or mail in the tray instead of tossing them on random counters or tables where clutter magically multiply,” she says. “Same goes for coats, take it off and immediately hang it up instead of throwing it over a chair. This saves you from having to do a big cleanup later, because when there’s a designated spot for things, mess doesn’t get the chance to build up in the first place.”

Fold Your Dish Towels

One small item that might be making your home look out of sorts? Those dish towels you have lying around. Mock recommends folding or hanging your dish towels daily to keep your countertop clutter-free and to avoid having a lazy look in your home.

Have An Indoor Shoe Mat By The Door

Sweeping your floors is a daily cleaning habit we’re going to touch on later and if the thought of pulling our your broom or vacuum cleaner daily makes your eyes roll, then you might appreciate this hack from Mock. “Shoes track in dirt, dust, and all sorts of gross things from outside, so having an indoor mat helps a lot. If you remove your shoes right away, floors are cleaner plus there’s no need for constant sweeping or vacuuming.”

Take Out The Trash

Thought you might not have to take out the trash daily if your can isn’t overflowing, Riley says it’s a good idea to take your trash out frequently to keep your home smelling clean. “Regular maintenance isn’t just about appearance; it’s about creating a space that feels clean, cared for, and welcoming every day,” he says. “Nothing makes your space feel dirtier than a lingering smell. Empty trash cans daily to ensure there are no odors left behind, keeping your home feeling fresh and clean.”

Load The Dishwasher

While you’re cleaning up after dinner, don’t forget to load the dishwasher with dishwasher safe items. Mock says it’s important to keep your dishes cleaned regularly for health reasons, but using the dishwasher also takes a lot off you for the amount you have to clean by hand. And, this keeps dishes from overflowing in your sink!

Quickly Clean Your Floors

If you haven’t invested in a robotic vacuum, now might be the time to do so. According to Riley, keeping your floors clean is a great daily habit to keep your home looking spotless. “You can have spotless surfaces and windows, but if the floors look dirty, the whole space feels neglected,” he says.

“I recommend using a robot vacuum or a vacuum-mop to speed up this process. Robot vacuums can be set to clean while you’re away and require little oversight. A vacuum-mop takes a bit more effort on your part but combines vacuuming and mopping in one quick pass. Either of these options saves you time and makes keeping your floors clean less of a hassle.”