All rooms tasks for a deep clean that apply to all rooms in the house include:
- Remove cobwebs from corners and ceilings.
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.
- Dust and wipe down baseboards, window sills, and blinds.
- Clean windows and frames on the interior side.
- Wipe down doors, door frames, and light switch plates.
- Vacuum and mop all floors, including in closets and under furniture.
- Empty all trash cans and wipe them out.
Kitchen
The kitchen deep clean focuses on sanitizing and degreasing food preparation areas and appliances.
Appliances:
- Clean the interior and exterior of the microwave.
- Scrub the stovetop and oven, including burner grates and control knobs.
- Clean the hood fan and replace or clean filters.
- Clean the inside of the dishwasher.
- Clean the interior and exterior of the refrigerator and freezer, including shelves, drawers, and the condenser coils.
- Clean all small appliances, like the coffee maker and toaster.
Surfaces:
- Wipe down and sanitize countertops and the backsplash, moving all items beforehand.
- Scrub the sink, faucet, and drain.
- Wipe down cabinet and pantry exteriors and interiors.
- Wipe down the kitchen table and chairs.
Bathrooms
Thorough sanitation is the priority for the bathroom during a deep clean.
Shower and tub:
- Scrub and disinfect shower walls, tub, and tiles to remove soap scum and mildew.
- Scrub all grout lines.
- Clean glass shower doors and tracks.
- Clean and descale the showerhead.
Toilet:
- Disinfect the toilet inside and out, including the base, tank, seat, and handle.
- Scrub inside the toilet bowl with a brush.
Other areas:
- Clean and disinfect sinks and faucets.
- Wipe down and organize the inside of the medicine cabinet and drawers.
- Polish all chrome fixtures.
- Wash or replace the shower curtain liner.
Bedrooms and living areas:
A deep clean focuses on areas that are often missed during routine cleaning.
- Furniture:
- Vacuum all upholstered furniture, including under and behind cushions.
- Polish wood furniture.
- Vacuum under all furniture.
Bedrooms:
- Wash all bedding, including sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers.
- Vacuum the mattress and flip it.
- Deep clean and organize closets.
Other items:
- Wipe down remote controls and electronics.
- Dust decor, picture frames, and lampshades.
- Dust and wipe down any built-in shelves or storage.
Optional and add-on tasks:
Deep cleaning services may also offer additional services, often for an extra fee.
- Windows: Washing both interior and exterior windows.
- Walls: Washing walls to remove dust, smudges, and marks.
- Appliances: Cleaning inside the oven, dishwasher, or refrigerator.
- Cabinets: Cleaning the inside of cabinets and drawers.
- Carpet and upholstery: Professional steam cleaning or shampooing.