I can’t possibly be the only one haunted by that layer of dust and grime coating that tiny ledge on my baseboards or cringing at the thought of all the dust bunnies that have made a home beneath my oven. If only there were specially designed tools and products out there to make cleaning these hard-to-reach areas throughout your home not just possible, but easier. Luckily, there’s a whole list’s worth of vacuum attachments that reach behind furniture and clever electric scrubbers that extend and do all the heavy lifting and tons more. See the list for yourself ahead so you don’t spend another second scaling ladders to clean your ceiling fan or kneeling on the ground scrubbing one more inch of tile grout. iRobotA Roomba 105 basic robot vacuum The cleaning ease of a robot vacuum is unmatched, and the options from iRobot are a reputable choice. The 105 is one of the brand’s more affordable models with an auto-empty dock capable of holding up to 75 days’ worth of debris before it needs to be emptied. It seamlessly navigates your home with powerful suction and edge sweeping brushes to better clean corners and along baseboards, while a multi-surface brush picks up hair and crumbs from hard floors or carpets. iRobotAn iRobot Roomba vac and mop comboFor a robot vacuum that’s equipped with a bit more bells and whistles, iRobot offers this combination Roomba that can not only vacuum but also mop your floors autonomously for true hassle-free cleaning. The Roomba Plus 415 is thoughtfully designed with a self-cleaning dock so the scrubbing pads never get mildewy and it always uses fresh water to clean. Like all of iRobot’s Roombas, the 415 will intuitively navigate throughout your home, while using powerful suction to pick up debris and large clumps of hair without clogging before the dual-spinning mop pads break down and suction up stuck-on muck. It also has smart carpet detection, so you’ll never have to worry about sopping carpets. AmazonA cordless and adjustable electric scrubberThis rechargeable scrubber is powered by a high-speed motor to drive any one of the four interchangeable brush heads, preventing any exhausting manual scrubbing on your end. The thickened aluminum alloy telescoping handle extends to make it easier to clean the tops of shower walls all the way down to the grouted tile on the bathroom floor. AmazonA telescoping "baseboard buddy"Adorably dubbed the Baseboard Buddy — a gadget that's earned over 12,300 5-star ratings — this tool allows users to deep clean baseboards and moldings by simply walking and gliding. The handle adjusts up to four feet and the swiveling cleaning head is thoughtfully contoured to accommodate divots and edges and it comes with three reusable pads made of textured fibers for trapping debris.AmazonDishwasher cleaning tabletsNo one wants to get on their hands and knees to clean food residue and stubborn water stains from the deep recesses of their dishwasher. Here is where the Affresh tablets — which have close to 50,600 5-star Amazon ratings and are compatible with most all dishwasher models — could become your best friend. These citrus-scented tablets are meant to eliminate residue, limescale and mineral buildup from not only this dishwasher's tub, but also the racks, valve, drain and recirculation hoses. This pack comes with six tablets.AmazonA detachable steam cleanerUsing the power of steam, this lightweight and versatile mop by Bissell can naturally sanitize hardwood and tile floors and lift dirt easier than a traditional mop. The detachable arm, which has a targeted brush head for tougher jobs means you can steam virtually any surface of your home, including shower walls and countertops. It uses machine-washable microfiber pads so you can save money on disposable pad replacements.AmazonA no-scrub spray and forget shower cleanerThis "wet it and forget it" shower cleaner is a well-loved weekly shower spray that can keep walls and glass doors scum-, mildew- and stain-free without any scrubbing or cumbersome reaching on your end. It's formulated without bleach or ammonia, so there are no harsh fumes or chemicals (though it's available in either a fresh or vanilla scented option), and the high efficacy sprayer helps cover a larger surface area faster whether it's up high or down low.Check out our full review of this great maintenance cleaner.AmazonA multi-tasking "blade maid"Although the Blade Maid is marketed as a ceiling fan cleaner, the flexible brush head that's included can also extend fully and reach underneath fridges or that awkward crevice in between countertops and ovens. The telescoping handle extends up to three feet and the specialized attachment for fan blades is designed for four-sided cleaning or can be laid flat for dusting vents, baseboards and more. It comes in either a three-foot or six-foot handle option and replacement pads are also available for $16.99.AmazonA dryer vent cleaning kitThis cleaning attachment and long-bristled brush can help remove years' worth of lint buildup from your dryer vent, which is not only unsightly to look at, but can be a potential fire hazard. The flexible hose attaches to most vacuum cleaners and can also be useful for sucking out dust bunnies from deep underneath furniture or appliances. AmazonAn adjustable and moving head grout brushTile grout is arguably one of the trickiest things to clean and often requires a lot of elbow grease to get residue-free. This grout brush which comes on an adjustable handle requires no kneeling and has rows of stiff triangle-shaped bristles and a head that moves 180 degrees.AmazonAn extendable tile scrubberIf you have ever attempted to clean behind the toilet or under bathroom vanities, it can be difficult, especially if you have limited mobility or no desire to get on your hands and knees. This extendable surface scrubber has an abrasive antimicrobial head for an effective clean. The replaceable, angled head also pivots to easily reach different angles and the nonslip pole can extend up to 42 inches.Get replacement scrubber heads also on Amazon for $10+ for a pack of two.AmazonA microfiber blind duster brushClean the dusty surfaces of your slat blinds or air condition vents in one fell swoop with this affordable and compact tool. It comes with three machine-washable microfiber covers that snatch up dust and hair and the bottom part of the tool has a hard-bristled brush for targeting window grooves and more. AmazonA three-in-one wall and floor mopTackle grimy walls, dusty crown moldings or tall bay windows with this versatile cleaner that comes on a telescoping handle capable of extending up to 82 inches. The mop head itself features a triangle design for easily getting to tight corners and the edge lifts for getting right up against baseboards and wall edges. It comes six with different microfiber pads that can be used wet or dry.AmazonA groove gap cleaning brushThis multi-purpose brush can clean virtually any tightly grooved area in your home from sliding door tracks, vents or the gaskets that run inside refrigerator doors. The ergonomic handle is dual-sided and can be used for scraping up caked-on grime.AmazonA four-pack of damp clean dust spongesUse these smart and reusable sponges damp to magically wipe up and trap dust, debris and hair from virtually any surface. The rounded grooved edge can be great for baseboards, while the straight edge can angle into tight crevices along sink basins, around toilets and more. Trending In ShoppingMore In Shopping