Kitchen Deep Clean

A deep clean goes beyond a regular cleaning, offering a thorough and detailed approach that can completely transform a space. It involves removing built-up dirt and grime from even the deepest surfaces and corners of your home, focusing on areas that aren't cleaned as often. When I start working with a new client, I prefer to begin with a deep clean, as it sets the standard for all future cleaning sessions.

I'm often asked how long a full house deep clean will take, but it's hard to give an exact answer, and there are a few reasons for that. A deep clean isn't just a quick wipe down - it involves letting cleaning products sit and work, tackling limescale, removing mould, dusting every surface, pulling out shower plugs, cleaning windows and much more. The time it takes also depends on how much dirt has built up. For some homes, one limescale treatment may be enough to make a shower screen sparkle, while others may need several treatments to reach the desired result. It's a service that can't be rushed if you want the best outcome. Deep cleans take longer and use more products, but the results are incredibly satisfying.

Cleaning done the right way isn't a matter of just spraying here and there - it's about paying attention to the details. It's the extra five minutes spent removing a stubborn mark on a hob that a client thought would need replacing. It's not just wiping the cap over a shower drain - it's pulling it out and cleaning it thoroughly. Every room in your home can benefit from a deep clean every so often (ideally every six months). Below is my checklist for a kitchen or utility room deep clean.....

• Cobwebs removed

• Light fittings dusted, degreased and polished

• Cupboard tops and bottoms cleaned

• Windows cleaned

• Window frames cleaned

• Venetian blinds dusted, cleaned and buffed

• Windowsills dusted and polished

• Cooker hood degreased and buffed

• Grout scrubbed

• Tiles degreased, scrubbed and buffed

• Sink disinfected, scrubbed and buffed 

• Plugs detail cleaned

• Taps detail cleaned

• Draining board disinfected, scrubbed and buffed 

• Dish rack cleaned

• Limescale and hard water marks removed

• Plug sockets and high switches degreased

• Light switches and touch points degreased

• Splashback degreased and buffed

• Hob degreased, scrubbed and buffed

• Chopping boards cleaned and disinfected

• Kettle descaled

• Toaster crumb tray emptied and cleaned

• Small appliances (toaster, kettle, etc) moved, degreased and buffed

• Worktops degreased, disinfected and buffed

• Large appliances (microwave, fridge, oven, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, etc) externally cleaned and buffed

• Cupboard fronts and handles degreased and buffed

• Drawer fronts degreased and buffed

• General neaten and tidy

• Ornaments dusted

• Mirrors cleaned and polished

• Radiators cleaned and buffed

• Pictures dusted

• Shelving cleaned

• Furniture and units dusted and polished

• Table and chairs cleaned and disinfected

• Bins emptied and cleaned

• Tea towels neatened and folded

• Doors dusted and cleaned

• Door handles disinfected

• Door frames dusted and cleaned

• Skirting boards dusted and cleaned

• Kickboards degreased, scrubbed and buffed

• Bar stool bases dusted and polished

• Pet bowls cleaned

• Rugs vacuumed and fringes combed

• Reed diffusers turned

• Floors vacuumed, scrubbed and mopped

• Tea towels & oven gloves folded

• Kitchen roll neatened

• Air freshener spritz

• Inspect work!

• Optional - Fridge/freezer interior and door seals cleaned, dishwasher clean, washing machine clean, inside cupboards cleaned, pantry cleaning and organisation, inside drawers cleaned, cutlery tray clean, microwave inside clean, air fryer clean, oven clean, washing up, dishwasher load/unload, steam mop

Keeping your kitchen clean is essential for several reasons. It promotes health and hygiene by preventing the spread of germs and bacteria, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses like food poisoning. A clean kitchen also ensures safety by minimising the chances of accidents and injuries. It helps preserve food quality, maintain efficiency and save time during meal preparation. Additionally, a clean kitchen improves air quality, extends the lifespan of your appliances and enhances the overall aesthetics and comfort of the space. Finally, regular cleaning can reduce stress, creating a more pleasant environment to work and relax in.

I am now opening a waiting list for one-off deep kitchen cleans so if you would like to treat your kitchen to a professional deep clean, please get in contact to arrange a free, no-obligation quote.