Deep Cleaning Services: Get a Quote
Limescale on the taps, grease on the cupboards and dust behind the sofa? Request quotes for a thorough one-off deep clean from cleaning companies near you.
- Kitchen deep cleans
- Bathroom descaling
- Hard-to-reach areas
- Spring cleaning
- Before or after moving
- One-off intensive cleans
A deep clean is a thorough, one-off clean of a home, from top to bottom. Where a regular clean keeps on top of visible dirt, a deep clean deals with the build-up that accumulates slowly: limescale, grease, soap scum, dust on skirting boards and door frames, and the areas behind and underneath furniture.
Deep cleans are commonly booked as a spring clean, before starting a regular cleaning arrangement, after an illness or a long period without cleaning, before selling a home, or when moving in. They usually take a team several hours and are generally quoted as a fixed price for the property.
Describe the size and condition of your home and any problem areas, and local cleaning companies can come back with prices. Photos of kitchens and bathrooms help them quote accurately.
What a deep clean commonly covers
Kitchen deep clean
Degreasing cupboard fronts, extractor hoods, tiles and worktops, cleaning inside cupboards and around appliances.
Bathroom deep clean
Descaling taps, shower heads and screens, cleaning grout and tiles, toilets and behind fittings.
Hard-to-reach areas
High shelves, door tops, light fittings, skirting boards and behind or under movable furniture.
Floors and edges
Thorough vacuuming, edges and corners, and washing hard floors rather than a quick mop.
Touch points and fittings
Door handles, frames, banisters and other frequently touched surfaces wiped down.
Add-ons
Oven, carpet, upholstery and interior window cleaning are often available as extras.
How a deep clean differs from regular cleaning
The difference is depth and time. A regular clean wipes the surfaces you see every day; a deep clean takes things apart where it can – removing limescale rather than wiping over it, cleaning the tops of cupboards and the backs of doors, moving lighter furniture to reach underneath.
Because of that, a deep clean of a three-bedroom house can take a team most of a day, whereas a regular weekly clean of the same house might take a single cleaner a few hours. Our guide to deep cleaning vs regular cleaning explains which you need.
Kitchens and bathrooms: where most of the time goes
Kitchens collect grease on cupboard fronts, tiles and extractor filters, while bathrooms gather limescale, soap scum and mould in sealant and grout. These are usually the slowest rooms in a deep clean and the reason two quotes for the same house can differ.
Cleaners use products suited to each surface, and should follow manufacturers' instructions – particularly on natural stone, stainless steel and specialist finishes. Some marks, such as etching on stone or staining in old sealant, are damage rather than dirt and may not come out.
- Degreasing hoods, filters and cupboard doors
- Cleaning inside empty cupboards and drawers
- Descaling taps, shower heads and screens
- Cleaning grout, tiles and around fittings
- Cleaning behind and around appliances where safe to move
- Wiping down skirting boards and door frames
Spring cleaning and one-off intensive cleans
Many households book a deep clean once or twice a year as a spring clean, or before a family event. Others book one when starting regular cleaning, so that the regular cleaner can maintain a standard rather than spend the first few visits catching up.
If a property is in particularly poor condition – after a long vacancy, a hoarding situation or a flood – say so clearly. Some cleaning companies take on intensive cleans of this kind; others will refer you to specialists.
When to book a deep clean
Deep cleans can be booked at any time of year, though spring and the run-up to Christmas tend to be busy. If you need the clean done by a particular date – a house sale, a move or visitors – request quotes a couple of weeks ahead where you can.
If you're moving out of a rented home, ask for an end of tenancy clean instead: it follows the checklist letting agents use and is priced for empty properties.
Safety and good practice
- Professional cleaners should never mix cleaning products. Some combinations, such as bleach with acidic or ammonia-based cleaners, can release harmful gases.
- Ask whether products are suitable for your surfaces, especially natural stone, wood and specialist finishes.
- If anyone in the home has asthma or allergies, or you have pets, ask about the products and ventilation.
- Mould that keeps returning usually has a cause – condensation, a leak or poor ventilation – that cleaning alone won't fix.
Deep cleaning prices at a glance
Deep cleans are usually quoted as a fixed price for the property. Indicative ranges from published UK guides; see the full deep cleaning cost guide for more.
| Job | Typical UK price |
|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bed flat | Around £100–£200 per clean |
| 2–3 bed house | Around £200–£380 per clean |
| 4–5 bed house | Around £400–£600+ per clean |
Indicative ranges based on published UK price guides reviewed in November 2026 (see sources). They are not official rates, a price list or our own prices. Many cleaners include VAT and supplies, others don't – always check written quotes for your own property.
The full breakdown, with sources, is in our deep cleaning cost guide.
What affects the price
- Property size
- Bedrooms, bathrooms and overall floor area.
- Condition
- Heavy grease, limescale or mould take longer.
- Furnished or empty
- Working around furniture and belongings adds time.
- Scope
- Inside cupboards, walls and appliances may be extra.
- Team size
- More cleaners finish faster but the total hours are similar.
- Extras
- Oven, carpet and upholstery cleaning are often priced separately.
Comparing deep cleaning quotes
- A room-by-room list of what's included
- Whether inside cupboards, the fridge and the oven are included
- How many cleaners and hours have been allowed
- What products and equipment are used
- Whether the price is fixed or an estimate
- What happens if the job takes longer than expected
- Insurance and how damage would be handled
- Any re-clean or satisfaction policy
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Deep Cleaning near you
You can request deep cleaning quotes anywhere in the UK. These cities have their own local deep cleaning page:
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Guides for deep cleaning
- What is included in a deep clean?A deep clean goes well beyond a regular visit. Here's what professional deep cleans typically include room by room, what's commonly extra and how to check a quote.
- Deep cleaning vs regular cleaningRegular cleaning maintains a standard; deep cleaning restores one. Here's how they differ, what each costs and how to decide which you need.
- How to clean an extractor hood and filtersIf your extractor fan is noisy, sticky to the touch or barely clearing steam, the filters are probably clogged. It's one of the quickest kitchen jobs to make a real difference.
- How to clean a fridge and freezerA forgotten jar at the back of the fridge is a rite of passage. Cleaning it properly takes less than an hour, and doing it regularly makes food last longer.
- Kitchen deep cleaning checklistThe kitchen is the hardest-working room in the house and the one where grease quietly collects on every surface. This checklist covers a proper top-to-bottom clean.
- How to remove limescaleIf you live in a hard water area – and much of England does – limescale is a constant companion. The good news is that it's easy to shift with the right approach and a bit of patience.
Deep Cleaning: frequently asked questions
What is included in a deep clean?
Usually everything in a regular clean plus descaling, degreasing, cleaning skirting boards and door frames, behind and under movable furniture and other areas that build up slowly. Ovens and carpets are often extras. Always check the provider's list.
How often should I get a deep clean?
Many households book one or two a year. Homes with regular cleaning may need them less often.
Do I need to be at home during a deep clean?
Not necessarily, but it helps to be there at the start to point out priorities and at the end to check the work.
Can a deep clean remove mould?
Cleaners can clean surface mould from tiles, sealant and window frames, but staining in old sealant may remain and mould will return if the cause – condensation, leaks or poor ventilation – isn't dealt with.
How much does a deep clean cost?
Published UK guides put a 2–3 bedroom house at roughly £200–£380 for a one-off deep clean, with smaller flats less and larger homes more. See our deep cleaning cost guide for details.
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