Many clients ask us: “Do I need a regular clean or a deep clean?”
Here’s a clear breakdown to help you choose the right service for your home or business.
When it comes to keeping your home or workplace in top condition, understanding the difference between regular cleaning and deep cleaning can help you choose the right service for your needs. Although both are essential for a healthy, tidy environment, they each serve a different purpose and provide different levels of detail. Here, we break down what sets them apart and when you might need each one.
What Is Regular Cleaning?
Regular cleaning is the routine upkeep that keeps your home or business looking neat, tidy, and well-maintained. It focuses on surface-level tasks designed to reduce dirt, dust, and everyday grime.
Typical Tasks Included in Regular Cleaning:
- Dusting accessible surfaces
- Vacuuming and mopping floors
- Cleaning bathrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors)
- Wiping kitchen surfaces
- Emptying bins
- Light tidying and maintenance
How Often Should Regular Cleaning Be Done?
Most households and businesses benefit from regular cleaning weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on foot traffic, lifestyle, and personal preference.
Why Regular Cleaning Matters
- Keeps your space presentable
- Reduces dust build-up and allergens
- Helps maintain a healthier environment
- Prevents the need for frequent deep cleans
Recommended for:
✔ Busy professionals
✔ Families
✔ Students
✔ Anyone wanting consistent upkeep
What Is Deep Cleaning?
Deep cleaning is a more detailed, intensive service that goes beyond the tasks included in a standard clean. It targets hidden, built-up dirt and areas often overlooked during routine cleaning.
Deep cleaning is ideal for:
Typical Tasks Included in Deep Cleaning:
- Cleaning behind and underneath appliances
- Descaling taps, shower heads, and tiles
- Washing skirting boards, doors, and frames
- Cleaning inside kitchen cupboards
- Deep scrubbing of ovens and hobs
- Wiping light switches, sockets, and vents
- Detailed bathroom sanitisation
- Cleaning windows inside including frames
- Removing long-term grime, stains, and build-up
This is a top-to-bottom intensive clean — perfect for renewing your space.
Benefits of Deep Cleaning
- Restores a home or space to a near-new condition
- Targets bacteria and areas that harbour germs
- Reduces allergens and improves indoor air quality
- Makes regular cleaning easier and more effective
Recommended for:
✔ First-time clients
✔ After long gaps between cleans
✔ Moving in/out
✔ Seasonal refresh
✔ Before hosting guests
✔ After renovation work
Key Differences at a Glance
Regular Cleaning
· Routine maintenance
· Focus on visible areas
· Weekly or bi-weekly
· Light surface cleaning
· Maintains cleanliness
Deep Cleaning
· Thorough top-to-bottom refresh
· Focus on neglected or hidden areas
· Every 3–6 months (or as needed)
· Detailed scrubbing and disinfection
· Restores cleanliness
Book the Right ClContacteaning Service for Your Needs
At Open Cleaner Company Ltd, we offer both regular and deep cleaning services across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. Whether you need routine support or a full top-to-bottom restoration, our team delivers professional, reliable, and high-quality results.
✨ Ready to transform your space?
Contact us today to book your clean or request a free quote.