It is vital to maintain a clean home for a healthy, happy lifestyle. However, not all methods of cleaning are equal. You have probably heard of regular cleaning and deep cleaning, but do you know what differentiates the two cleaning methods? At PCCS India, we want to help you determine the right cleaning method for your home and when to use the right cleaning method.
What is Regular Cleaning?
Regular cleaning is a routine task that can be performed daily or weekly. Some examples of regular cleaning tasks are:
- Sweeping and mopping floors
- Dusting surfaces
- Wiping kitchen counters
- Cleaning bathroom sinks, toilets, and mirrors
- Taking out the trash
Regular cleaning helps maintain cleanliness in your home to prevent excessive dust or dirt build-up. It helps with everyday maintenance and allows things to stay tidy.
What is Deep Cleaning?
Deep cleaning is a more intensive cleaning process that requires you to spend more time cleaning and paying attention to detailed areas. Deep cleaning goes beyond regular cleaning by focusing on dirt, grime, and bacteria that are typically neglected in regular cleaning. Deep cleaning includes:
- Scrubbing the grout in tiles
- Cleaning in-between, behind, or underneath appliances
- Washing walls and baseboards
- Cleaning (deep down) upholstery and curtains
- Sanitising high-touch surfaces
It is advisable to clean your home deep approximately every few months (2 – 4). or when you are setting your home up for an event, changing seasons, or moving into or out of your home.
Deep Cleaning Vs. Regular Cleaning
Different Characteristics of Regular Cleaning and Deep Cleaning:
| Feature | Regular Cleaning | Deep Cleaning |
| How Often | Regularly (daily, weekly) |
Occasionally (monthly, quarterly)
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| Time Taken | Short time taken – 1 to 2 hours |
Significantly more time – 3 to 10+ hours
|
| Surface Area covered | Regular surface cleaning |
Hard to reach areas & hidden surfaces
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| Purpose to clean | To maintain |
To sanitise and hygienically deep clean
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When to Deep Clean?
If your space has not been deep cleaned for a number of months and you are moving in or out, have allergies or are celebrating a special occasion or event, it is a good time to deep clean. After renovations, it is recommended that dirt, dust, and grime be removed as well. When living in the monsoon season in Kerala, deep cleaning is also a brilliant time as the dampness affects the surface of personal items, and health issues relating to mould and pest potential arise.
Common Q&A
Q: How often should I do a deep clean of my house if I am already doing regular cleaning?
A: Even if you continue to clean up regularly, clean the Deep Wand every 3 to 4 months is a good idea. This time helps solve the hidden dirt and grime. It looks extra fresh and healthy to your home!
Conclusion
Regular and deep cleaning are both necessary to maintain a fresh, safe living space. Regular cleaning involves day-to-day hygiene, while deep cleaning works on the deeper dirt you cannot see. At PCCS India, we provide both regular cleaning and deep cleaning, with full flexibility of either one-off deep cleaning or scheduled regular cleaning maintenance.
Not sure what your home requires? Contact us today at www.pccsindia.com, and we can help!
