Deep Cleaning vs. Standard Cleaning – What’s Right for Your Home?

Lotus Cleaning Services
May 5
2 min read

When it comes to maintaining a healthy, fresh, and organized home, not all cleaning services are created equal. At Lotus Cleaning Services, we often hear one common question from homeowners in San Rafael, Mill Valley, Corte Madera, Tiburon, and Larkspur: “Do I need a deep cleaning or just a standard cleaning?”

Here’s a helpful guide to help you understand the key differences, so you can make the right choice for your home and lifestyle.

Professional Cleaning Services — Standard Cleaning vs Deep Cleaning

What Is Standard Cleaning?

Standard cleaning is ideal for maintaining cleanliness on a regular basis. It typically includes:

Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors
Dusting furniture and surfaces
Cleaning bathrooms (toilets, mirrors, sinks)
Wiping down kitchen surfaces
Taking out trash

This service is perfect for weekly or bi-weekly cleaning routines and for keeping your space looking consistently fresh and tidy.

🧽 Best for: Regular upkeep, small households, or post-deep clean maintenance.

What Is Deep Cleaning?

Deep cleaning, on the other hand, is much more thorough. It involves all the tasks from a standard clean, but with added attention to those hard-to-reach or often-forgotten areas:

Scrubbing grout and tiles
Removing built-up soap scum and limescale
Cleaning behind and underneath appliances
Detailed baseboard and vent cleaning
Deep dusting (blinds, ceiling fans, light fixtures)

This service is typically recommended every 3 to 6 months, or before hosting guests, moving in or out, or if your home hasn’t had professional cleaning in a while.

🧼 Best for: First-time clients, seasonal resets, or post-renovation cleanup.

Which One Is Right for You?

Ask yourself these questions:

Has your home gone more than a month without professional cleaning?
Do you notice dust in high or hidden places?
Are your appliances, baseboards, or bathroom grout looking neglected?
Are you preparing for a move or event?

If you answered “yes” to any of these, a deep cleaning may be the best option to reset your space.

Otherwise, if your home is generally tidy and you’re just looking to maintain its condition, standard cleaning is a more cost-effective solution.

Why Choose Lotus Cleaning Services?

Whether you’re in San Rafael, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Corte Madera, or anywhere in the Tiburon Peninsula, our trained and trustworthy cleaning team is here to deliver high-quality service with eco-friendly products, transparent pricing, and flexible scheduling.

Let us help you breathe easier, live cleaner, and save time.

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