One-Minute Chores
Do you have a habit of doing quick chores? You may not always have 30 minutes or an hour for cleaning and scrubbing every day to catch up on your house.
But did you know that quick chores taking one minute or less can help keep your home clean and tidy?
Yes, little things add up. Of course, it is ideal to have a daily and weekly house cleaning routine.
Household routine not only helps to keep the home clean and neat but also makes monthly and seasonal cleaning so much easier and quicker.
But let’s be real, we are human and there are days with busy schedules, traveling, or even sick that we just don’t have the time to keep everything in order.
If that’s the case and you don’t want to come home to chaos, add the one-minute chores to your regular daily routine.
Taking one minute here and there to clean up or tidy up a space may not make much of a difference at the time but adds up in the long run.
Not sure how it works? Let’s say instead of waiting on your coffee or standing by the door to wait for the kids, take advantage of this time to tackle a one-minute cleaning task. Grab a duster or a microfiber cloth to give nearby surfaces a quick wipe down.
By incorporating the one-minute chores into the daily house cleaning routine, you can keep your home clean and tidy without feeling overwhelmed.
These quick cleaning tasks require minimal effort and all these small efforts add up over time to keep your home looking good.
Today I share an easy household chores checklist with you. This chores list covers 100 quick chores to do at home. Make them a habit in your everyday life.
Each chore takes you only a minute or less. You can even assign some of the chores to your kids according to their age.
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100 Quick Chores To Do Around the House
This complete household chore list covers small and easy chores to do around the house. You can divide the household chores in the family by creating a family chore chart.
Couples can share these quick chores without conflict. Some of the chores can be done by kids and teens as well.
I list them in different rooms in the house for easy reference.
In the Entryway
- Shake out the door mat
- Vacuum or sweep the floor
- Dust off wall decor or picture frames
- Remove any cobwebs
- Dust the entryway lighting
- Clean and disinfect the doorknobs and light switches
- Clean the mirrors
- Straighten up shoes
- Organize any shelves
- Put things away where they belong
In the Kitchen
- Wipe down countertops
- Wipe down the stovetop
- Wipe down the fridge door
- Wipe down the exteriors of the appliances
- Put dishes away
- Sweep up crumbs
- Wipe up spills
- Clean a small appliance. e.g. clean the toaster crumb tray
- Wipe down the interior of your microwave
- Organize a kitchen drawer
- Tidy up a pantry basket
- Empty the trash bin
In the Living Room
- Vacuum the area rug
- Wipe down or organize the remote controls
- Fluff the decorative pillows
- Straighten throw blankets
- Tidy up the coffee table
- Clean the TV screen
- Water the plants
- Dust flat surfaces
- Pick up clutter or any garbage
- Straighten up shelves
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In the Dining Room
- Wipe down the dining table
- Wipe the dining chairs
- Dust wall decor or picture frames
- Clear off clutter from all surfaces
- Dust surfaces
- Dust any decorative accessories
- Vacuum the dining room rug
- Spot clean the floor
In the Bedroom
- Make the bed
- Tidy up the bedside table
- Dust the nightstands
- Put away clothes
- Clear surface clutter
- Wipe down all surfaces
- Dust the lampshades
- Dust wall art or frames
- Wipe down the mirror
- Vacuum the area rug
In the Bathroom
- Remove clutter from counters
- Organize a drawer
- Quick swish the toilet bowl
- Wipe down the exterior of the toilet
- Wipe down the sink and faucet
- Clean the mirror
- Wipe down cabinets
- Dust the light fixtures
- Straighten or replace towels
- Empty the trash bin
In the Home Office
- Clean your computer screen, mouse, and keyboard
- Dust and tidy up cables
- Clean up the charging station
- Clear desk clutter
- Organize office supplies
- Organize a drawer
- Quickly dust books and shelves
- Wipe down all surfaces
- Wipe down your desk and chair
- Empty waste bin
In the Laundry Room
- Wipe down the outside of the washer
- Wipe clean the inside of the lid and edges of the washer
- Wipe down the outside of the dryer
- Dust all surfaces and shelving
- Empty the lint trap
- Wipe away dust from the exhaust fan
- Organize the laundry supplies
- Organize the cabinet or shelving
- Quick wipe the inside of the laundry baskets
- Sweep the laundry room floor
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In the Basement
- Dust the furniture
- Change light bulbs
- Dust the light fixtures
- Vacuum vents
- Remove any cobwebs
- Get rid of the cardboard boxes. They can attract insects and take up space.
- Organize storage bins for easy access
- Throw out moldy or damaged items
- Take out unnecessary items for donation or recycling
- Check for any water leaks
In the Garage
- Straighten up gardening supplies
- Organize the toolbox
- Dust off a shelf
- Straighten items on shelves
- Clear clutter from the floor
- Keep sports equipment organized
- Clean your car dashboard
- Pick up trash in the car
- Get the mail
- Quick sweep the floor
Final Thoughts
Life can get busy, and finding time for household chores can be a challenge. However, integrating one-minute chores into our daily routine can make a huge impact on keeping the home clean and neat.
The above one-minute cleaning tasks are easily achievable throughout the day. Don’t waste those spare moments, don’t overthink, just take the mini chores here and there and keep it light.
Taking a minute quick chore might not sound like much but every little effort counts.
You will find it less overwhelming when it comes to weekly or monthly cleaning sessions. You will also be amazed at how much cleaner and tidier your home will become.
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