Household Chores You Really Don’t Have to Do Anymore

Household chores are every few people’s idea of a good time, but they are important nevertheless, After all, none of us wants to live in a home that is dirty, messy, and has more than a little funk in the air, right? 

Well, good news for those of you who hate chores; some of them might not be quite as necessary as you think! It is the 21st Century and we have lots of tools that can take away lots of our burdens and give us more of our own free time back these days! So, without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the household chores, you may be able to skip.

1. Mowing the Lawn: The Robot Revolution

Let’s start with everyone’s least favorite weekend activity: mowing the lawn. The good news? Robot mowers are here, and they’re basically like having a tiny, grass-eating pet that doesn’t need feeding or petting. Just set it up, and watch it go. Or better yet, don’t watch it – go inside and enjoy your life. Alternatively, if you want to avoid grass maintenance altogether, artificial grass is your friend. It’s like installing a carpet outside – no mowing, no watering, just eternal green bliss.

2. Vacuuming: Welcome Your New Robot Overlord

Vacuuming is a chore as old as time (or at least as old as carpets). Enter the robot vacuum. These little disc-shaped lifesavers will roam around your house, sucking up dirt and probably scaring your pets. Sure, they might occasionally get stuck under your couch, but it’s a small price to pay for never having to push a vacuum around again.

3. Washing Dishes: The Dishwasher’s Time to Shine

I know, I know, dishwashers have been around for ages. But you’d be surprised how many people still wash dishes by hand! Here’s a radical idea: let the machine do it. Modern dishwashers are efficient, water-saving, and they don’t judge you for your questionable eating habits. Oh, and if you have never had one simply because you do not have the space in your kitchen to plumb one in, you can now get counter-top dishwashers that you can squeeze into a small space, no plumber required! No need to thank me for changing your life!

4. Window Cleaning: Spray, Wipe, Repeat? No Thanks

Cleaning windows is like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube – it’s frustrating, time-consuming, and there’s always a streak left. But have you heard of magnetic window cleaners? They clean both sides of the window at once. It’s like a magic trick but for chores. Plus, you get to play with magnets, and who doesn’t love that?

5. Ironing: Wrinkle-Free Clothes Without the Effort

Ironing is the worst. It’s hot, it’s tedious, and there’s always that one shirt that just won’t cooperate. Here’s a hack: buy wrinkle-free clothes. Or use a garment steamer – it’s like giving your clothes a spa day, and it’s oddly satisfying. Say goodbye to the ironing board; you won’t miss it.

6. Grocery Shopping: There’s an App for That

Remember when we had to physically go to the store to buy food? Dark times. Now, there’s online grocery shopping and delivery services. Just a few taps on your phone, and voila – food appears at your door like magic. Plus, you get to avoid the existential crisis that usually hits in the snack aisle. If you find grocery shopping too much of a chore, there really is no need to do it anymore. MOt stores will even allow you to save a shopping list, so you don’t even need to think about manually adding all of your products each time you check out!

7. Cooking: Meal Kits to the Rescue

Cooking can be fun, but on a busy Tuesday night? Not so much, right? Meal kits are the modern solution. They deliver the exact ingredients you need, with instructions so simple even a clueless college student could follow them. It’s like paint-by-numbers, but with food.

8. Laundry: The Fold-Free Future

Laundry – it’s not the washing, it’s the folding. Enter laundry-folding robots. Yes, they exist, and they’re exactly what they sound like. While they’re still a bit of a luxury, it’s only a matter of time before they become the next household staple. Until then, there’s always the tried-and-true method of leaving your clothes in a pile on that one chair.

9. Yard Work: Synthetic Plants & Decorative Rocks

Gardening can be therapeutic, but sometimes, it’s just another chore that you don’t really have the time for or the inclination to grapple with. The solution? Synthetic plants and decorative rocks. Create a yard that looks good year-round, with zero effort. It’s like having a landscape painting instead of a garden.

10. Cleaning the Bathroom: Self-Cleaning Fixtures

Cleaning the bathroom is nobody’s idea of a good time. Thankfully, we now have self-cleaning toilets and no-touch faucets. It’s like living in a fancy hotel, except you’re not paying $200 a night.

11. Taking Out the Trash: Smart Trash Cans

Even taking out the trash is getting a tech upgrade. Smart trash cans can compress your garbage, reducing how often you need to take it out. Some even have motion sensors, so you don’t have to touch anything. It’s the little things that make life better.

12. Watering Plants: Self-Watering Systems

Love plants but can’t keep them alive? Self-watering systems are here to save your green friends – and your sanity. They ensure your plants get just the right amount of water, so you can enjoy the greenery without the responsibility, and since plants are great at cleaning the air and boosting mood, this is one chore you need to automate, like now!

As you can see, the future of household chores looks pretty bright – or should I say, pretty lazy? But hey, in a world where you can have a robot vacuum, a fridge that orders food for you, and a lawn that never needs mowing, why not embrace the laziness? After all, we’ve got better things to do – like figuring out which Netflix series to binge-watch next. Happy lounging, everyone!