A deep clean is a top-to-bottom reset that reaches everything routine cleaning skips — and having a room-by-room checklist is the difference between a thorough job and a missed one. Use this list to deep clean your home yourself, or to know exactly what to expect when you book a professional deep clean.
Before You Start
- Declutter first — cleaning is faster on clear surfaces.
- Gather supplies: non-toxic cleaners, microfiber cloths, a good vacuum, mop, scrub brush, and gloves.
- Work top to bottom and back to front in each room so you never re-dirty cleaned areas.
Kitchen
- Inside and outside of the oven
- Stovetop, grates, and range hood
- Inside and behind the refrigerator
- Microwave inside and out
- Cabinet and drawer interiors and faces
- Backsplash degreased
- Sink, faucet, and disposal area
- Countertops and small appliances
- Floors swept and mopped, including under appliances
Bathrooms
- Toilet inside, outside, and base
- Tub and shower scrubbed, including grout and tile
- Glass doors descaled
- Sink, vanity, and fixtures
- Mirror polished streak-free
- Cabinet and drawer interiors
- Exhaust fan dusted
- Floors disinfected
Bedrooms
- Dust all surfaces, including headboards and frames
- Ceiling fans and light fixtures
- Baseboards, door frames, and trim
- Closet interiors and shelving
- Window sills, tracks, and interior glass
- Under the bed
- Floors vacuumed or mopped
Living Areas
- Dust electronics, shelves, and décor
- Upholstery vacuumed, including under cushions
- Baseboards and trim
- Light switches and door handles
- Vents and returns
- Window treatments dusted
- Floors throughout
Whole-Home Details
- Switch plates and outlet covers
- Doorknobs and handles
- Cobwebs in corners and ceilings
- Air vents and returns
- Interior windows and sills
- Trash and recycling reset
DIY or Hire It Out?
A full deep clean of an average home can take a motivated person most of a day. If that’s not time you have — or you’d rather it be done to a professional standard — a deep cleaning service handles the entire list with trained cleaners and eco-friendly products, then you can maintain it with affordable recurring visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I deep clean my home? Once or twice a year is typical — often spring and fall — with regular maintenance cleaning in between.
How long does a deep clean take? DIY, expect most of a day for an average home. A professional team works faster with multiple trained cleaners.
What’s the difference from a standard clean? A standard clean maintains; a deep clean reaches inside appliances, grout, baseboards, vents, and other build-up areas.
Do I need to deep clean before recurring service starts? For most homes, yes — it resets the space so maintenance visits stay efficient and affordable.
Want the Whole List Done for You?
Skip the all-day project. Green Frog’s deep cleaning service covers every item above with non-toxic products and a satisfaction guarantee. Call 888-438-1781 or request a quote today.
