Whether your home has been vacant for an extended period, or it’s been a while since you gave it a thorough cleaning, consider a deep clean for your rooms. Deep house cleaning Healdsburg involves scrubbing, dusting, and vacuuming every surface in your home from top to bottom. The main aim of deep cleaning is to eliminate germs and remove dirt hiding in every part of your home.
Deep Cleaning Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to thoroughly clean every nook and cranny of your home
- When cleaning a room, start at the top and work your way down to ensure loose dirt settles on the floor, instead of the surfaces in the room
- Start by cleaning one side of the room and move in a clockwise manner. This is a great way to ensure you cover every inch of the room
- Gather your cleaning tools and put them in a bucket or box before starting to deep clean your home
- Come up with a cleaning plan and prioritize cleaning tasks
Deep Clean Your Living Room
- Dust and wipe: Dust all surfaces, including shelves and photo frames, and electronics. Wipe them down with a damp cloth
- Upholstery and carpets: Vacuum sofas and chairs. If possible, use an upholstery cleaner. Shampoo carpets or have them professionally cleaned
- Windows and curtains: Clean windows, and wash or vacuum curtains
- Floors: Vacuum and mop hardwood or tile floors. Pay special attention to corners and under furniture
- Furniture: Dust your furniture to get rid of grime and any odors
- Declutter: Consider donating items you no longer need or use to local charities
Deep Clean the Kitchen
- Appliances: Deep clean your refrigerator, oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Don’t forget to clean behind and beneath your appliances
- Cabinets and pantry: Empty and clean all cabinets and pantry shelves. Organize items as you return them
- Countertops and backsplash: Wipe down countertops and clean the backsplash
- Sink and faucets: Scrub the sink and faucets. If your drain has become blocked, unclog it using a homemade drain cleaner
- Floors: Sweep and mop, paying extra attention to areas under cabinets and appliances
Deep Clean Your Bathroom
- Shower/tub and toilet: Thoroughly scrub the shower/tub, toilet, and sink. Consider using a grout cleaner for tiled areas
- Mirrors and fixtures: Clean mirrors and polish fixtures
- Cabinets: Empty and clean medicine cabinets and storage units
- Floors: Sweep and mop, cleaning behind the toilet and under the sink
- Surfaces: Remove soap scum from every surface in your bathroom
Deep Clean Your Bedroom
- Bedding: Wash bed skirts and mattress covers
- Furniture: Dust and polish furniture. Vacuum under the bed and inside drawers
- Closet: Declutter and organize the closet. Consider donating items you no longer need
- Windows and floors: Clean windows and window treatments. Vacuum and mop floors
Deep cleaning is a demanding and time-consuming task, requiring significant effort. If you’re overwhelmed with other responsibilities, entrust all your cleaning needs to Blue Ribbon Cleaning Services. We use tried and tested methods to remove dirt and stubborn stains and get rid of odors. To learn more, call 707-588-0388.
