What a standard clean includes
A standard clean is designed for regular upkeep. It focuses on the surfaces you see and use every day, and it is the foundation of any recurring schedule. Because the home is maintained visit after visit, a standard clean keeps kitchens hygienic, bathrooms fresh and floors clear of the dust, hair and crumbs that daily life produces.
Think of it as keeping a well-kept home well kept. It is efficient, predictable and thorough within its scope, but it is not designed to tackle months of build-up in grout lines or inside the oven.
- Dusting of all accessible surfaces, shelves and décor
- Vacuuming and mopping of all floors
- Kitchen countertops, sink, stovetop exterior and appliance exteriors
- Bathrooms sanitized: toilets, showers and tubs, vanities, mirrors and fixtures
- Light switches, door handles and baseboards spot-cleaned
- Trash removed and bags replaced
What a deep clean adds
A deep clean includes everything in a standard clean, then goes further into the areas that accumulate grime slowly and are rarely reached during routine visits. It takes noticeably longer, because much of the work involves detail: scrubbing grout by hand, removing baked-on residue from oven walls, and wiping every length of baseboard rather than spot-cleaning.
The difference is most visible in kitchens and bathrooms, where grease, soap scum and hard-water marks build up gradually until surfaces look dull even right after a standard clean.
- Interior of the oven, microwave and refrigerator
- Detailed baseboard and crown moulding cleaning
- Grout and tile scrubbed in kitchens and bathrooms
- Interior window sills and tracks
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans dusted
- Under and behind accessible furniture
When to choose a deep clean
A deep clean is the right choice when a home needs a reset rather than maintenance. Common moments include:
- Your first visit with a new cleaning company
- The home has not had a thorough clean in several months
- A seasonal reset in spring or autumn
- Before hosting family or a special occasion
- After renovations or a period of illness in the household
When a standard clean is enough
If your home is cleaned regularly and is generally in good shape, a standard clean keeps it that way. Weekly or biweekly standard visits, combined with a periodic deep clean, are the most efficient approach for most households. Our guide on how often to deep clean a condo offers a sensible rhythm that also applies to houses.
If you are unsure, look at three things. First, when was the last thorough clean? If it has been more than a few months, start deep. Second, how do the details look? Dull grout, a greasy range hood or dusty window tracks all point to a deep clean. Third, what is coming up? Hosting, a new baby, a return from extended travel or the start of a new season are natural moments for a reset. Once the home is in good shape, a recurring standard clean keeps it there, and the next deep clean becomes quicker because less has built up in the meantime.
Moving is a separate case. A move-in or move-out clean goes beyond a deep clean to include the interiors of empty cabinets, closets and drawers, so a home is ready for its next occupants.
How our packages map to each type
Our residential cleaning packages are organized by home type and depth of service, so it is easy to choose the right level:
- Standard: The Essentials (condo) and The Classic (house)
- Deep: The Renewal (condo) and The Grand (house)
- Move-in / move-out: The Transition (condo) and The Estate (house)
Not sure which one you need?
Tell us about your home through our Quick Quote and include a few photos of the kitchen and bathrooms. We will recommend the right service and follow up within one business day. Every visit, standard or deep, is documented with before-and-after photos and backed by our satisfaction re-clean guarantee. You can also read about deep cleaning in Brampton.