12 Nov 2025 What’s Included in a Deep Cleaning?
A deep cleaning is a detailed, top-to-bottom reset, and understanding what’s included in a deep cleaning helps you know exactly what to expect. Unlike a routine visit, a deep clean reaches the areas that don’t get regular attention — the baseboards, the fixtures, the corners, and the forgotten surfaces.
Deep cleanings are ideal when you’re starting service, after renovations, before or after guests, or anytime your home needs extra care. Because they go further than regular upkeep, they create a fresh, healthy foundation that makes ongoing maintenance much easier.
TL/DR
A deep cleaning covers:
- Detailed cleaning of baseboards, trim, cabinetry, fans, vents, and fixtures
- Inside appliances (microwave and optional oven/refrigerator)
- Thorough dusting and wiping of surfaces, edges, and corners
- Extra attention to bathrooms and kitchens where buildup is common
- Vacuuming upholstery and cleaning under accessible furniture
- A full reset that prepares your home for consistent maintenance
A regular cleaning maintains the clean — a deep cleaning resets it.
Throughout the Home
Here’s what’s included in a deep cleaning throughout the main areas of your home:
- Hand-wiping all reachable baseboards, doors, and trim
- Dusting ceiling fans, vents, and light fixtures within reach
- Cleaning windowsills and frames
- Vacuuming upholstery and under furniture where accessible
- Removing cobwebs from corners and ceilings
- Deep vacuuming and mopping of all floors
- Cleaning and disinfecting light switches and electrical plates
During this stage, we focus on the places dust loves to hide. As a result, air quality improves, allergens are reduced, and your home feels noticeably fresher.
Kitchen
A kitchen sees daily activity, so a deep cleaning provides a full reset. Here’s what’s typically included in a deep cleaning in the kitchen:
- Cleaning inside and outside of the microwave
- Wiping inside refrigerator shelves and drawers (if empty)
- Cleaning the inside of the oven (if requested)
- Washing cabinet fronts and handles
- Cleaning backsplash and nearby walls
- Cleaning the sink, faucet, and drain areas
- Deep cleaning countertops and edges
- Vacuuming and mopping under mats and moveable furniture
Other very common kitchen deep cleaning tasks are inside large appliances like the fridge and oven, as well as inside cabinets and drawers.
Altogether, we remove the grease, crumbs, and buildup that regular cleanings keep at bay.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms collect moisture, dust, and residue, so a deep clean makes a dramatic difference. Here’s what’s included in a deep cleaning for bathrooms:
- Scrubbing grout and tile to remove soap scum and mildew
- Cleaning behind and around toilets
- Washing cabinet fronts and drawers
- Cleaning light fixtures and exhaust vents
- Polishing faucets and chrome fixtures
- Cleaning shower doors, walls, and tracks
- Mopping floors including edges and corners
Because bathrooms are high-use spaces, these details restore shine, freshness, and sanitation.
Bedrooms and Living Areas
These rooms benefit from added detail during a deep clean. Here’s what’s included in a deep cleaning in living spaces and bedrooms:
- Dusting blinds, picture frames, lampshades, and vents
- Cleaning under and behind furniture where accessible
- Wiping horizontal and vertical surfaces
- Cleaning mirrors and glass doors
- Vacuuming upholstered furniture and under cushions
This level of attention makes the entire home feel renewed and reset.
What’s Not Usually Included
What’s Not Usually Included (and How to Add It On)
A deep cleaning covers a lot, but it doesn’t include every possible detail inside the home. That’s not a limitation — it’s simply because certain tasks require extra time and specialty attention.
Typical tasks not automatically included in a deep cleaning are:
- moving large appliances or heavy furniture
- washing walls
- cleaning exterior windows
However, some of the most common extras — like cleaning inside refrigerators and ovens — are frequently added to deep cleanings , While we list them as optional for those that don’t want them, they’re easy for us to include when requested.
If you’d like help with these areas, we offer add-on services or recommend trusted specialists. And yes — any deep cleaning can be customized to include additional detail work for an extra charge.
The Big Picture
A deep cleaning resets your home. Regular cleanings keep it that way. Together, they create a comfortable, healthy environment that supports your well-being every day.
When you understand what’s included in a deep cleaning, you can more easily see how it prepares your home for ongoing maintenance — and how much lighter life feels when everything is fresh, reset, and cared for.
A clean home isn’t just about how it looks. It’s about how it feels to live in it.
FAQs
Q: How often should I schedule a deep cleaning?
A: Many people schedule one seasonally, twice a year, or before starting recurring service. The right timing depends on your lifestyle and how much buildup your home tends to collect.
Q: Is a deep cleaning required before starting recurring service?
A: Usually, yes. We clean your home, playing “catch up” as needed so your home can be maintained properly with regular, recurring cleanings.
Q: Can I customize my deep cleaning?
A: Absolutely. Add-ons like inside the oven, inside the refrigerator, or detail work on blinds or cabinets can be included upon request.
Q: What’s the difference between a deep cleaning and a regular cleaning?
A: A deep cleaning resets your home by addressing buildup and details. A regular cleaning maintains that clean week after week.