When scheduling professional house cleaning, you may hear that a deep cleaning is recommended before starting recurring services. Many homeowners wonder why this is suggested—and whether it’s truly necessary.

Right The 1st Time does not require a deep cleaning, but we highly recommend it.
The reason is simple: a deep cleaning creates a strong foundation for consistent, high-quality results. Without it, recurring cleanings can’t achieve or maintain the level of cleanliness most homeowners expect.

Since we do not require a premium clean but highly recommend!

What Is a Deep Cleaning?

A deep cleaning goes beyond surface-level maintenance. It removes built-up grime, dust, and residue from areas that don’t get attention during routine cleaning.

This typically includes:

• Baseboards, trim, and door frames
• Cabinet fronts and handles
• Built-up soap scum and grout
• Ceiling fans, vents, and blinds
• Inside appliances (oven, fridge, microwave)

You can see what’s included on our cleaning checklists.

Why Deep Cleaning Comes First

1. It Resets Your Home

Regular cleaning maintains cleanliness, but it doesn’t remove old buildup.

A deep cleaning:

• Eliminates long-standing grime
• Removes hidden dust and allergens
• Creates a true “clean slate”

Once your home is reset, ongoing cleaning becomes faster, easier, and more effective. Learn more about deep cleaning mistakes to avoid.

2. Recurring Cleaning Is Maintenance, Not Restoration

Recurring or standard cleanings are designed to maintain a clean home, not restore one.

Without a deep clean:

• Dirt lingers in corners and edges
• Surfaces never look fully refreshed
• Results feel inconsistent

That’s why most professional services require a deep cleaning before starting recurring cleaning services.

3. Better Results in Less Time

After a deep clean:

• Dirt hasn’t had time to build up
• Products work faster
• Less scrubbing is required

This allows future cleanings to focus on upkeep instead of heavy-duty work, saving time and reducing wear on surfaces. Read detailed deep cleaning tips here.

4. Healthier Indoor Environment

Dust, allergens, and bacteria accumulate in overlooked areas.

A deep cleaning:

• Improves air quality
• Reduces allergens
• Sanitizes high-touch surfaces

This is especially important for homes with kids, pets, or allergy-sensitive individuals.

5. Protects Your Home Long-Term

Built-up grime causes long-term damage to:

• Flooring
• Cabinets
• Fixtures
• Appliances

Deep cleaning removes abrasive debris that can shorten the lifespan of surfaces, protecting your investment in your home.

What Happens If You Skip the Deep Clean?

Skipping the initial deep cleaning often leads to:

• Slower cleaning visits
• Higher long-term costs
• Frustration with results
• Surfaces that never look fully clean

Regular cleaning alone can’t fix years of buildup.

How Right The 1st Time Approaches It

At Right The 1st Time, we recommend starting with a Premium Detailed Cleaning so your home is properly prepared for ongoing maintenance.

After that, our recurring visits:

• Maintain cleanliness
• Prevent buildup
• Keep your home consistently fresh

This system ensures every visit delivers results, done right the first time.

👉 Learn more or book your deep cleaning here.

Final Thoughts

A deep cleaning before recurring cleanings isn’t an upsell, it’s a professional standard.

It ensures:
✔ Better results
✔ Faster future cleanings
✔ Healthier living spaces
✔ Long-lasting cleanliness

If you want your home to stay consistently clean, not just look good once, a deep cleaning is the first and most important step.

👉 Schedule your deep cleaning today

Your home deserves a fresh start—and we’re here to make sure it’s done right the first time.