Cleaning surfaces and wiping up spills. Sweeping and mopping floors. Vacuuming and shampooing carpets and upholstered furniture. Dusting, polishing and maintaining furniture, lamps and fixtures. Emptying rubbish bins. Stripping beds and changing sheets. Washing dishes, and cleaning kitchen cupboards and appliances. Sorting, washing, drying, ironing and repairing clothes. Cooking and preparing meals, shopping for groceries. Walking dogs, feeding and caring for pets. Caring for plants, taking messages, dropping off and picking up dry cleaning and running errands.