You don’t need a deep clean every day to make your home feel fresh. The secret to lasting cleanliness between pro visits is the “High-Touch Sweep.”

Set a timer for five minutes each evening and hit these three zones:

1. The Kitchen Sink: Wipe it dry with a cloth. A wet sink grows bacteria and attracts dishes.

2. The Living Room Floor: Grab a sticky roller or cordless vac and hit only the “landing zone” (the area in front of the couch).

3. The Bathroom Counter: Keep a pack of disinfecting wipes under the sink. A 10-second wipe removes toothpaste and hair spray before they harden.

Pro Tip: Make your bed every morning. Studies show that if the bed is made, you are 70% more likely to put away clutter elsewhere.