Cleaning Tips for Hosting a Summer Party
Throw the perfect summer party—without the stress. With our pro-cleaning tips, supply suggestions, and a FREE AFTER-PART CLEANUP PLAN, you’ll be ready to host and relax. Memorial Day isn’t just a time of remembrance—it’s also the official kickoff to summer celebrations. Let our professional cleaning service tips guide your summer party set-up and aftermath so you can enjoy the gathering.
Outdoor Party Plan
1. Maximize Outdoor Spaces
Take your summer festivity outside. Hosting in your backyard or on your patio makes cleanup a breeze—think garden hose vs. carpet shampooer. Set up your music, lights, games, and food stations where you want guests to stay.
Occasionally, people will still venture inside. They’ll go to the bathroom, probably the kitchen, and maybe you’ll have a few folks who just want to stay indoors. Discourage them by closing doors and turning off lights in any rooms where you don’t want them to go. With a big group, you may even assign someone to keep an eye on foot traffic.
2. Prep High-Traffic Areas
Place doormats at every entrance. Remove area rugs temporarily if possible.
Spills happen. Create an emergency stain cleanup kit with microfiber cloths, sponges, and eco-friendly stain remover. You’ll thank yourself later.
3. Choose Party Décor That’s Easy to Clean
Think beyond confetti and glitter. Unless you want to find it through many weeks to come, you may choose to avoid it in the first place.
If you plan to use candles, avoid wax candles as well. They are best enjoyed in more private settings. Instead, go for the soothing ambiance of LED candles and the festiveness of string lights that are reusable, safe, and stunning.
4. Use Smart, Eco-Friendly Party Supplies
Go disposable without guilt. Unless you’re throwing a super elegant party, use disposable tableware. Worried about the environment? Select biodegradable products you can order on Amazon.
Don’t skip coasters! Place stacks of them around to protect furniture from permanent drink rings.
5. Tackle Dish Duty Ahead of Time.
Expect dirty dish overflow. Even if you go disposable, some serving trays or drinkware will need washing.
Empty your dishwasher before the party and set up a dishpan to collect reusable items as the night goes on. The pan will spare you several trips between the party center and the sink.
6. Set Up Smart Waste Stations
Trash & recycling: clearly marked
Place labeled trash and recycling buckets near food and drink stations. Use heavy-duty bags and keep extras close by. A tidy guest is a happy guest!
7. Tidy Up as You Go
Do light cleaning during the party. Wipe down drink stations, remove empty bottles, and toss used napkins when you can. Your uncluttered appearance helps encourage guests to clean up, too.
After all, we do appreciate surroundings that display thoughtfulness and care! Even at the party.
Bonus: Easy Cleanup After The Party
Still, the next day’s mess will come. And for that, we have a FREE, downloadable:
You’re welcome!
Hosting should be about laughter, connection, and sunshine—not scrubbing and stress. With our smart summer hosting tips and downloadable After-Party Cleaning List, you’re all set to keep the fun high and the mess low.
BUT, as always, there is the option to call 847-650-1531 and let our professional cleaning team handle the prep or aftermath so you can enjoy your party worry-free. And don’t forget—stock up on the best party supplies from Amazon through our links!
Have a Beautiful Summertime!
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