When you start looking for a cleaning service in Etobicoke, one of the first questions you’ll hear is: “Do you need a deep clean or a regular clean?” They sound similar, but they do very different jobs. Here’s a simple breakdown so you know exactly what you’re booking and why it matters.
What is a regular clean?
A regular clean is maintenance. It keeps a home that’s already in good shape looking and feeling fresh, week after week. Most of our recurring clients book weekly or every two weeks.
A regular clean focuses on the areas you use every day:
- Kitchen counters, sink, stovetop and appliance fronts wiped and polished
- Bathrooms cleaned and sanitized: toilet, tub, shower, sink and mirrors
- Dusting of reachable surfaces and furniture
- Floors vacuumed and mopped
- Garbage emptied and the home tidied
Because the home is cleaned often, there’s no heavy buildup to fight. That means each visit is faster and every room stays at the same standard.
What is a deep clean?
A deep clean is a full reset. It goes after the dust, grease and grime that collect over months in the places a quick clean doesn’t reach. It takes longer, and it’s much more detailed.
On top of everything in a regular clean, a deep clean includes:
- Baseboards, door frames and doors hand wiped
- Window sills and ledges detailed
- Light switches, outlets and handles cleaned
- Kitchen cabinet fronts and appliance exteriors degreased
- Range hood and microwave cleaned inside and out
- Soap scum and buildup scrubbed from tubs, showers and tiles
- High and low dusting, including ceiling fans and light fixtures
- Floors cleaned along the edges and under reachable furniture
You can see the full list on our deep cleaning page.
Deep clean vs regular clean at a glance
- Purpose: a deep clean resets your home; a regular clean keeps it there.
- Detail: a deep clean covers edges, corners, baseboards, fixtures and buildup; a regular clean covers the everyday essentials.
- Time: most deep cleans take 4 to 8 hours with a team of two; regular cleans are usually 2 to 4 hours.
- How often: a deep clean is done to start, or a few times a year; a regular clean is weekly or every two weeks.
Why every new client starts with a deep clean
At Watson’s All Star Cleaners, every first visit is a deep clean. It isn’t an upsell. It’s how we make sure your regular cleans actually work.
If we skipped straight to regular cleaning, we’d spend each visit chipping away at old buildup instead of keeping your home fresh. A first deep clean brings everything up to our standard in one visit. After that, your regular cleans are faster, more consistent, and you notice the difference every time you walk in the door.
When should you book a deep clean?
- Before starting a recurring cleaning service
- In the spring or fall, as a seasonal refresh
- Before hosting family or a big event
- After a renovation (see our post-construction cleaning)
- When moving in or out (see our move-in and move-out cleaning)
- When life has been busy and the home needs a fresh start
Can I add extras to my regular clean?
Yes. Once you’re a recurring client, you can add extras like inside the oven, inside the fridge, interior windows, inside cabinets or baseboard detail. Just let us know before your visit.
How much does a deep clean cost?
Our deep cleaning starts at $280 plus tax. The final price depends on the size and condition of your home, and we’ll give you a clear estimate before we start. For more detail, read our guide on how much house cleaning costs in Etobicoke.
Book your clean with Watson’s
Watson’s All Star Cleaners serves Etobicoke, Toronto, Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Scarborough and the surrounding GTA. We’re fully insured, every cleaner is background checked, and if we miss a spot you tell us within 24 hours and we come back at no charge.
Book your deep clean online or call us at 647-809-6479.