General tasks involve wiping away appliance, cleaning counters, polishing windows, cleaning sinks and cleaning floors and sweeping them. Apply this to bathtubs, sinks and toilets. If you keep your house spotless, but could use an occasional break every once or twice per month, contract a housekeeper to do one hour of a quick cleaning session that costs between $15 and $40. Vacuum. Check that your compartment or bag isn't overflowing, and use the right settings and attachments. They're usually located in rural areas or vacation locations.