Sometimes life gets so busy that important tasks like thoroughly cleaning your house fall by the wayside.
But with some planning, elbow grease, and the right tools, you can knock out a room-to-room deep clean in just one day.
Whether you decide to go the DIY route or hire a same-day home cleaning service, this guide will help you check every chore off your list.
Map Out a Game Plan
Before throwing open the windows and cueing the cleaning montage music, take 30 minutes to map out a schedule.
Identify which areas of your home should take priority, estimating the time each will require. Be sure to factor in variables like the number of bathrooms, presence of kids/pets, and overall square footage.
“I always start by tackling the kitchen and bathrooms first since they tend to be the dirtiest areas,” says professional cleaner Jane Smith. “Then I rotate between high traffic living spaces, bedrooms, and ‘touch up’ zones like baseboards and ceiling fans.”
Leave time for breaks every 2-3 hours to recharge. Having a detailed timeline will help the hours fly by efficiently.
Assemble Your Cleaning Toolkit
A “work smarter, not harder” mentality is key. Arm yourself with a portable caddy stocked with essential cleaning supplies, plus a few unexpected weapons:
- All-purpose cleaner
- Disinfecting wipes and sprays
- Glass cleaner
- Baking soda and vinegar
- Microfiber cloths
- Dusting wand
- Rubber gloves
- Scrub brush
- Bucket
- Vacuum (for carpets and hard floors)
- Duster with extendable handle (for fans and high spaces)
Zone In On High-Traffic Spots
Since this is a one-day blitz, zero in on areas that have frequent foot traffic and contact:
- Kitchen: Wipe down exterior of appliances, cabinets, and counters. Disinfect sink basin, faucets, and garbage disposal flaps. Sweep, mop floors.
- Bathrooms: Scrub toilet bowl, wipe exterior clean, disinfect all surfaces. Clean mirrors, counters, tile.
- Living/Family Rooms: Dust all surfaces, vacuum upholstery/carpets, wipe fingerprints from walls and switch plates.
- Dining Room: Dust table, chairs, china cabinet exteriors. Vacuum/mop floors.
- Bedrooms: Strip bedding, dust ceiling fans/baseboards, vacuum floors.
Don’t Neglect the Hidden Zones
It’s easy to overlook nooks that still collect grime, like:
- Vent covers
- Under fridge/stove
- Baseboards
- Windowsills
- Doorframes
- Light fixtures
So be sure to pay special attention to these oft-missed areas.
Enlist Backup If Needed
If the task still seems too monumental or you’d rather spend your weekend relaxing, consider hiring a same day home cleaning service. Reputable companies can customize a package to target every room, surface, and chore on your list—often on your schedule.
According to data from HomeAdvisor, the average national cost for a standard professional home cleaning is $150-$250. Rates vary based on square footage, services requested, and provider.*
In Conclusion
Check “deep clean house” off your to-do list by mapping out a schedule in advance, prepping your supplies, prioritizing high-traffic zones, and summoning reinforcements if desired. Just tackle this room-by-room game plan, and you can transform your home in time for guests or simply enjoy some refreshed living spaces.
