Home Deep Cleaning

Home Deep Cleaning: Complete Guide and Service Blueprint

Home Deep Cleaning by AK Management Services is a premium, methodical program that restores a house to a hygienic and guest ready state. It targets the layers of dust, grease, soap scum, and hidden debris that build up behind furniture, on fan blades, along window channels, and in the corners that daily sweeping or mopping rarely reaches. The service is designed for Indian homes and apartments of every size and can be tailored for occupied homes, empty handovers, move in and move out situations, and seasonal festive resets. This page explains exactly what we do, the tools and cleaning chemistry we use, how we protect delicate furnishings, and how you can keep the results shining long after the crew leaves.

Why Deep Cleaning is Different from Regular Cleaning

Regular cleaning focuses on visible surfaces so that a home looks tidy on a day to day basis. Deep cleaning is a periodic overhaul. It includes time consuming detail tasks, high dusting, descaling, edge vacuuming, degreasing, and the treatment of heavy soil. The goal is not just visual brightness but also improved indoor air quality, reduced allergens, and a noticeably fresher feel. When done once and then maintained, daily chores become quicker and the home stays healthier.

Scope of Rooms and Surfaces

• Living and Dining Areas: sofa vacuum and wipe, TV unit exterior, showcase exterior, skirting and switchboards, window channels, grills where accessible, fan blades, tube lights, and ceiling corners.
• Bedrooms: wardrobe exterior and handles, bed frame and headboard edges, side tables, dressing mirrors, lamps and shades, window glass from the inside, tracks and railings, and under bed dust removal wherever furniture can be moved safely.
• Bathrooms: tap and shower descaling, glass partition and hardware cleanup, hard water removal from tiles, grout line scrubbing, drain deodorizing, sink and counter sanitization, and a complete rinse down followed by a dry wipe for sparkle.
• Kitchen: cabinet and drawer exteriors, handles, backsplash degreasing, hob and chimney exterior, switchboards, appliance exterior wipe for refrigerator and microwave, and floor degreasing for the heavy traffic triangle around the hob, sink, and prep counter.
• Balcony and Utility: railing and grill dust removal, sliding channel vacuum, tap and drain descaling, and floor wash. Exterior sides at dangerous heights are not included for safety reasons.

Step by Step Process

1. Pre Service Walkthrough: we note priorities, delicate finishes, and areas that need special attention such as a nursery, a pooja unit, or a study with electronics. We confirm power and water access, parking, and lift usage rules.
2. Zoning and Protection: teams split the house into zones. High value objects are covered, furniture is moved only when safe, and floor protection is placed near ladders. Wet floor signs are used to prevent slips.
3. Top to Bottom Cleaning: we begin with high dusting of fans and lights, then walls and switchboards, followed by furniture exteriors, window channels, and finally the floors. This order prevents rework because dust falls downward.
4. Targeted Soil Removal: kitchen grease is treated with a safe alkaline degreaser, bathroom mineral build up is treated with a controlled acid descaler, and scuff marks are attenuated with melamine pads on compatible paint or tile.
5. Final Disinfection and Fragrance: all high touch points such as handles, remotes, and switches are wiped with a disinfectant. Floors receive a neutral cleaner with a fresh but light fragrance.
6. Quality Check and Handover: supervisors inspect random channels, the backside of door frames, under sofa edges, and bathroom corners. Any miss is corrected immediately. Photos are shared on request for your records.

What is Included

• High dusting using extension tools for fans, AC vents, and ceiling corners.
• Wet wipe of furniture exteriors, door panels, and window frames using microfiber.
• Glass cleaning from inside and safe reachable positions; channel vacuum for sliders.
• Kitchen exterior degreasing, sink descaling, and floor treatment for oil marks.
• Bathroom deep descaling for tiles, taps, shower hardware, and glass partitions.
• Detailed edging of floors and the skirting line which often traps grey soil.
• Final neutral floor mopping and deodorizing across the home.

What is Not Included by Default

• Inside of stuffed kitchen cabinets or wardrobes. We can add this if the cabinets are empty and safe to access.
• Chimney internal service, deep appliance dismantling, or refrigerator coil cleaning. These need specialist tools.
• Unsafe height glass on the exterior, facade or grille exteriors that require scaffolding.
• Permanent paint damage removal, deep mould remediation, pest control, regrouting, or stone polishing.

Tools and Cleaning Chemistry

We select the mildest product that can perform the job. Floors receive a neutral cleaner that maintains tile and stone sealers. Kitchen grease gets an alkaline degreaser diluted according to label to protect laminate and paint. Bathrooms are treated with a descaler designed for ceramic and chrome; contact time is controlled to prevent etching. Glass cleaner is ammonia free so that it does not leave a haze. We use color coded microfiber cloths to prevent cross contamination, squeegees for glass, scrub pads with controlled aggressiveness, extension poles for height work, and a professional wet and dry vacuum for channels and edges. Where clients request chemical minimalism we adapt with steam and microfiber for certain zones.

Health, Hygiene, and Safety

• Team members wear gloves and shoe covers for indoor work.
• Fresh mop heads are assigned per wet area so that bathroom soil never travels to bedrooms.
• Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets are available on request. Dilutions are measured using colour coded bottles.
• Ladder use follows the three points of contact rule. Electric points are not touched with wet hands.
• Rooms are ventilated during and after the service. We avoid strong perfumes and keep fragrance subtle.

How You Can Prepare

• Secure jewellery, cash, and sensitive papers in a drawer or locker.
• Pick up loose items so that surfaces are freely accessible. The more we can reach, the more value you receive.
• Share building rules in advance and arrange parking if your society requires permits.
• Tell us about delicate finishes such as Italian marble, speciality wallpapers, or handmade tiles so we handle them with the correct chemistry.

Aftercare and Maintenance Plan

Deep cleaning creates a clean baseline. To keep it that way, use door mats at all entries, shake them outside weekly, wipe the kitchen backsplash after cooking, and squeegee the shower glass after every bath. Vacuum mattresses and sofas monthly, and use a neutral cleaner with a well wrung mop for floors. Schedule a mini maintenance visit every four to six weeks for bathrooms and kitchen high soil zones. This schedule saves money in the long run because heavy scale and grease become easier to manage when they never get a chance to harden.

Service Variants and Add Ons

• Occupied Home Deep Clean: tailored for families living in the house. Work progresses room by room so that you still have access to essentials during the day.
• Move In Package: for empty flats and villas. Includes inside of empty cabinets, sticker and grout haze removal, and a longer channel vacuum schedule.
• Post Renovation Reset: focuses on cement dust, paint drips, and protective tape residue. Requires extra vacuuming and careful inspection of window rollers and tracks.
• Premium Disinfection Add On: hospital grade disinfectant applied to high touch points with the recommended contact time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the service take

Time varies with home size and soil level. A two bedroom apartment usually needs a crew of three to five for six to eight hours. Villas require additional manpower so that we complete the job within the day wherever possible.

Do I need to be at home

We recommend that someone is available at the beginning for the walkthrough and at the end for inspection. If schedules do not allow this, we coordinate on video and share photos.

Can you remove hard water spots completely

Fresh mineral marks respond very well to descalers. Very old etched marks on soft stone or glass may not fully disappear because etching is a physical change of the surface. We explain realistic outcomes upfront and perform a small test patch before full work.

Is the service child and pet friendly

Yes. We use neutral products wherever possible and ventilate rooms during work. You can request low fragrance or fragrance free operation. Children and pets should avoid wet floors for safety.

What about delicate surfaces

For Italian marble we use neutral cleaners and plenty of water rinse. For wooden furniture we keep moisture minimal and wipe dry quickly. For wallpaper we only dry dust unless the manufacturer permits wet wiping. If in doubt we ask before proceeding.

Pricing and Inclusions

Pricing is transparent on a per square foot basis and includes labour, chemicals, tools, and supervision. For very heavy grease or post renovation conditions a small surcharge applies due to the extra time and consumables required. There are no surprise add ons without prior approval. Clients can request a written scope with inclusions and exclusions listed for record keeping.

Quality Control and Training

We hire carefully, train continuously, and supervise every team. New members shadow seniors for a minimum period before they are allowed to lead a room. Checklists are signed for each area. We run spot inspections with white cloth tests for surfaces that often collect hidden dust, such as the top ledge of a door, the rear of a TV panel, or the inside bend of a window track. Tools are cleaned and sanitized at the end of the day so that the next client receives a fresh kit.

Environmental Considerations

We are careful about water and chemical usage. Microfiber technology lets us clean effectively with less liquid. Degreasers and descalers are dosed exactly per label so that there is no unnecessary residue. Bottles are refilled from bulk to reduce plastic waste. We also encourage clients to adopt small habits that make a big difference, such as keeping a squeegee in the bathroom, using baking soda for light odour control inside the dustbin, and choosing mats that trap grit before it reaches the living room.

Who Benefits Most from a Deep Clean

• Families moving into a new home or after a tenancy change.
• Homes preparing for a festival, a family event, or a guest visit.
• Homes with seniors, infants, or members with dust sensitivity.
• Frequent travellers who want a thorough reset every few months.

Service Journey from Booking to Feedback

1. Inquiry and Estimate: share flat size, number of bathrooms, present condition, and preferred date. We provide a quick estimate with the option of a free video survey for accuracy.
2. Confirmation: the schedule, crew size, and checklist are confirmed over message or email. Any add ons are listed clearly.
3. Service Day: the team arrives on time in uniform with ID cards, equipment, and consumables. Work begins after the walkthrough.
4. Handover: once a zone is complete we walk you through the result and close checklists. Any punch points are solved on the spot.
5. Feedback: we invite feedback and act on it. If something was missed within reasonable scope, we return to fix it.

Practical Tips that Extend the Shine

• Keep separate mops for bathroom and bedroom. Colour code them to avoid confusion.
• Rinse bathroom walls with a quick splash after every shower so that minerals do not settle.
• Wipe the hob and backsplash after each cooking session. Oil is easiest to remove when fresh.
• Use door stoppers to avoid black scuff arcs on walls behind handles.
• Clean window channels monthly with a vacuum crevice tool to prevent roller damage.

What Makes AK Management Services Different

• Documented processes and a culture of doing the basics perfectly.
• Uniformed, background checked team members who respect your space.
• Clear, itemized inclusions so that expectations remain aligned.
• Local supervision with reachable numbers and quick response time.
• Ethical pricing with per square foot logic and no hidden fees.

Guarantee

Your satisfaction matters. If a checklist point within scope was missed, inform us within twenty four hours and we will revisit to set it right. We build long term relationships through reliable service rather than one time transactions.

Book Your Deep Clean

Message us with your location, home size, and preferred date. We will respond with an estimate and available slots. Let us handle the heavy work so that you come home to a calm, fresh, and healthy space.