A deep clean goes into the places a regular clean passes over: inside emptied cupboards, behind free-standing appliances, along grout lines, on top of wardrobes and under movable furniture. It is booked once, with no ongoing arrangement.
A large house with heavy build-up may need more than one visit. Once the build-up has gone, weekly or fortnightly cleaning is easier to keep up.
What the work covers
Kitchen and bathroom units cleaned inside once they have been emptied.
Oven interior, racks, hob and cooker hood degreased, along with the splashback behind them.
Free-standing appliances pulled out where safe, with the floor and sides cleaned before they go back.
Grout, extractor fan covers, the area behind the toilet and limescale on taps, heads and glass.
Doors, frames, handles, switches and skirting boards washed down in each room.
Tops of wardrobes, curtain rails, radiators and under movable beds and sofas.
Questions people ask
What does a deep clean cost?
Three things move the price most: the size of the property, how long since its last thorough clean and the condition of the kitchen and bathrooms. Photos of the oven, hob and bathroom sent with the enquiry show the level of build-up.
Is the oven part of a deep clean?
It can be. Heavily carbonised ovens take much longer, so describe the oven's condition when you send your details, or include a photo of the inside.
Can you deep clean a house that has stood empty for months?
Yes. Empty houses tend to need dust, cobwebs and dead insects cleared from sills and corners. Say how long it has been empty and whether the water and electricity are connected, as the clean needs both.
Should I book a deep clean before regular cleaning starts?
It often helps. Regular visits are set up for upkeep, so if there is heavy build-up, one deeper clean first brings the house to a level that weekly or fortnightly visits can maintain.