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A house deep cleaning is the thorough reset your home needs when routine tidying can’t keep up. Instead of skimming visible surfaces, it targets buildup you can’t easily see: grease in the kitchen, soap scale in bathrooms, dust on ceiling fans, grime along baseboards, and the smudges on doors and switches that make rooms look dull. The result is a healthier, fresher baseline that makes regular upkeep faster and more effective.
What is deep cleaning a house, exactly?
Think of standard cleaning as weekly maintenance and deep cleaning as restoration. During a deep clean, furniture and small items are moved to allow for cleaning under and behind them; décor is lifted to dust the surfaces beneath; and appliances are pulled out or opened to address their edges, seals, and backs. The goal is to remove embedded dust, pet hair, mineral deposits, and residue, not just tidy around them.
What is included in a deep house cleaning?
A quality deep clean covers the same rooms as a standard service but with more reach and detail.
- Kitchen: Degrease the range hood and stove area, refresh the oven door or interior (as scoped), clean the inside of the microwave and around small appliances, wipe cabinet faces and pulls, detail the sink and faucet, and clean the backsplash grout and floor edges.
- Bathrooms: Remove limescale and soap scum from glass and tile, scrub grout, detail tubs and fixtures, sanitize the toilet, including the base and behind it, and polish mirrors, vents, and trim.
- Living areas & bedrooms: High-to-low dusting (ceiling corners, ceiling fans, and tops of cabinets), wiping doors and frames, switches, and picture frames. Vacuum upholstery crevices and finish floors with edge vacuuming before mopping.
At Prescott Maid to Order, we highly recommend doing your oven, top of the cabinets, all your ceiling fan[s], making sure your baseboard[s] are clean, your doors, all of your pictures, and your picture frames at least every quarter, minimum twice a year. – Lucy Leyva, Owner of Prescott Maid to Order
That recurring attention keeps the most soil-prone areas from re-accumulating grime—and keeps future deep cleans shorter.
Do I need a deep cleaning?
You probably do if odors linger after you tidy, dust returns quickly to fan blades and vents, grout looks dark, cabinet faces feel tacky, baseboards look gray, or you’re preparing for a move, a new baby, guests, listing photos, or post-renovation living. Homes with pets, kids, or a lot of décor tend to collect buildup faster and benefit more visibly from deep cleaning.
Is a deep cleaning really necessary?
Yes. Buildup traps allergens and odors and wears down finishes. Deep cleaning removes the grime that regular chores skim over, which helps paint, grout, flooring, fixtures, and appliances last longer. You’ll also notice better air freshness once hidden dust and residues are cleared.
How long does a deep cleaning take?
Time depends on size, room count, soil level, pets, and add-ons. A useful planning rule is approximately 30–45 minutes per room for a focused team, with additional time for detailing inside ovens or refrigerators, handling a heavy glass scale, or extensive grout work. A small condo might take a few hours; an average single-family home often takes most of a workday.
How much does a deep cleaning cost?
Pricing reflects square footage, bathrooms, buildup, access, and the add-ons you choose. Many homes receive a flat rate after a quick walkthrough; heavier jobs may be billed hourly. As a general guideline, a one-time whole-home deep clean can range from the low to mid hundreds for smaller homes and increases with size, condition, and additional services such as interior window cleaning, appliance interiors, or carpet care. Ask for a precise scope so you know exactly what’s included.
How often should I schedule a deep clean?
For busy households, rentals, or homes with pets, quarterly is an ideal option. For lower-traffic homes, twice a year is a solid minimum. As Lucy Leyva of Prescott Maid to Order says:
At Prescott Maid to Order, we recommend scheduling your cleaning quarterly or at least twice a year to keep your home consistently fresh, spotless, and beautifully maintained all year long!
What should I do before the team arrives?
Light prep helps the cleaners focus on the “deep” work: clear counters and floor perimeters where possible, secure pets, share access codes, note fragile items, and confirm add-ons (e.g., inside oven or fridge). Point out any special concerns, such as stained grout, mineral scale, or stubborn stove grease, so they can be prioritized during the walkthrough.
What happens on service day?
A smooth, deep clean follows a proven sequence: brief walkthrough and priority check; high-to-low dusting so debris doesn’t fall onto finished areas; detailed wipe-downs of doors, trim, switches, cabinet faces, and picture frames; targeted degreasing in the kitchen and descaling in bathrooms; sills and tracks; and floors last with edge vacuuming and a thorough mop. A final walkthrough ensures everything meets your expectations.
DIY or professional deep clean?
DIY is fine when the buildup is light and you have the time, tools, and safe chemistry for each surface. Professionals bring commercial-grade equipment, targeted products, and practiced techniques for ovens, glass scales, grout, high-dusting, and edge work, usually delivering better results in less time with less rework.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a house deep cleaning?
A top-to-bottom service that removes built-up grease, scale, dust, and grime far beyond a weekly tidy.
What is included in a deep house cleaning?
High-to-low dusting, baseboards and trim, detailed kitchen and bath work, touch points like doors and switches, and (as scoped) appliance interiors and window tracks.
Do I need a deep cleaning?
Yes, if you notice recurring dust, dark grout, sticky cabinet faces, gray baseboards, lingering odors, or if you’re preparing for a move or hosting.
Is a deep cleaning really necessary?
It protects finishes, improves freshness and air quality, and makes weekly cleaning faster.
How long does a deep cleaning take?
Plan roughly 30–45 minutes per room, with more time for heavy buildup or add-ons.
How much does a deep cleaning cost?
Varies by size and scope; many homes fall in the low to mid hundreds for a one-time deep clean, with add-ons increasing the total cost.
