The Standard Clean

Our Core Service that Covers Your Weekly Cleaning Tasks

The Standard Clean tackles the regular and routine cleaning tasks performed to maintain a clean and organized home. Our experience and research have shown that the services below are the core cleaning tasks essential for routine cleaning.

We don’t believe in charging you extra for tasks that don’t need to be performed on a routine basis. If you would like to customize The Standard Clean by adding something you do not see on this checklist below, just let us know. We can most likely accomodate.

Kitchen

Dust reachable lights
Dust lamps and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Dust cabinet and drawer fronts
Clean countertops and backsplash
Clean fronts of refrigerator, dishwasher, and oven
Clean inside and outside of microwave
Clean stove tops
Clean sink
Garbage removal
Vacuum or sweep and then mop floor

Dining Room

Dust reachable lights and reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Wet-clean dining table top
Spot-clean dining chairs
Garbage removal
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Formal Room

Dust reachable lights and reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Garbage removal
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Office/Study

Dust reachable lights and reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps, and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures, and knick-knacks
Garbage removal
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Bathrooms

Dust reachable lights
Dust lamps, and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Dust cabinet and drawer fronts
Clean showers
Clean tubs
Clean toilets
Clean mirrors
Clean sinks and countertops
Garbage removal
Vacuum or sweep and then mop floor

Family Room

Dust reachable lights
Dust reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps
Dust lampshadhades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Garbage removal
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Bedrooms

Make unmade beds
Change one set of linens if left out (other beds extra)
Dust reachable lights and reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps, lampshades, furniture, and window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Garbage removal
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Stairs/Entry/Hallway

Dust reachable lights and reachable ceiling fans
Dust lamps and lampshades
Dust furniture
Dust window sills
Dust pictures and knick-knacks
Vacuum carpeted areas and mop hard floors

Add-Ons

Baseboards

Dry Dust exposed baseboards

Blinds Dry Dusting

Dry dust except mini-blinds

Hours of Organizing

When you need help with organization

Fold Loads of Laundry

Laundry must be dry and in the dryer

Inside Oven

Self-cleaning option must be run the day before

Inside Refrigerator

Including shelves, drawers, and racks
Fridge must be at least 75% empty

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What is The Standard Clean?

The Standard Clean refers to the regular and routine cleaning tasks performed to maintain a clean and organized home. Here’s a general overview of what The Standard Clean includes:

Dusting. Removing dust from surfaces, including furniture, shelves, and decorative items.

Vacuuming or Sweeping. Cleaning floors to remove dirt, dust, and debris.

Mopping. Washing floors with a mop and appropriate cleaning solution. For hardwood floors, we use a pH-neutral cleaning solution that is perfectly safe for your beautiful hardwood floors.

Kitchen Cleaning. Cleaning kitchen surfaces, appliances, and wiping down countertops.

Bathroom Cleaning. Cleaning and sanitizing toilets, sinks, showers, and other bathroom fixtures.

Surface Wiping. Wiping down surfaces, such as tables, countertops, and other frequently touched areas.

Trash Removal. Emptying waste bins and disposing of trash.

Bedroom Cleaning. Making beds, changing bed linens, and tidying up bedrooms.

General Tidying. Organizing and putting away items that may be out of place.

It’s important to note that the specific tasks can be adjusted based on individual needs and priorities. Some people may include additional tasks such as cleaning out the refrigerator, dusting blinds, or organizing closets in their standard house cleaning routine. Additionally, the frequency of standard house cleaning can vary, with some people doing these tasks weekly, bi-weekly, or on a different schedule that suits their lifestyle.

How often should you clean your home?

The frequency of cleaning your home can depend on various factors, including your lifestyle, the size of your home, whether you have pets or allergies, and personal preferences. Here are some general guidelines for the frequency of different cleaning tasks:

Daily Cleaning Tasks:

Make beds
Wipe down kitchen surfaces
Wash dishes and kitchen utensils
Sweep or vacuum high-traffic areas

Weekly Cleaning Tasks:

Vacuum or sweep all floors
Mop hard floors
Clean bathroom surfaces, including sinks, countertops, and mirrors
Change bed linens
Dust surfaces throughout the home
Empty and clean trash bins
Wipe down kitchen appliances and inside the microwave

Monthly Cleaning Tasks:

Dust and clean light fixtures
Clean windows and window sills
Vacuum or clean baseboards
Vacuum and rotate mattresses
Clean out kitchen cabinets and drawers
Deep clean carpets and rugs
Clean and sanitize garbage disposal

Seasonal or Occasional Cleaning Tasks:

Clean vents and ducts
Wash windows and screens
Clean and organize closets
Clean and inspect the fireplace
Clean gutters and downspouts
Clean outdoor furniture

It’s important to note that these are general guidelines, and you may need to adjust the frequency based on your specific circumstances. Some people may prefer to do a little cleaning every day to maintain a consistently clean home, while others may prefer a more intensive cleaning session once a week. The key is to find a cleaning routine that fits your schedule and keeps your living space comfortable and healthy.

The Standard Clean addresses The Weekly Cleaning Tasks, as you can see.