Deep Cleaning

Deep Cleaning in Montreal — A Complete Top-to-Bottom Reset for Your Home

A deep cleaning goes far beyond the surface. It's a thorough, intensive, top-to-bottom clean designed to reach every corner, crevice, and forgotten spot in your home — the places that regular cleaning routines miss or simply can't get to.

Whether your home hasn't been professionally cleaned in months (or ever), you're preparing for a special event, transitioning between seasons, or just want that fresh-start feeling, a deep cleaning from Sparkling Stays gives you a full reset. It's the most comprehensive residential cleaning service we offer, and it's the foundation we recommend before starting any recurring cleaning plan.

What's Included in a Deep Cleaning

Our deep cleaning includes everything in a standard home cleaning, plus significantly more detailed and intensive work in every room. Here's the complete breakdown:

Kitchen — Deep Clean

• Everything in a standard kitchen cleaning
• Interior of the oven, including racks and door glass
• Interior of the microwave
• Interior of the refrigerator, including shelves, drawers, and door compartments
• Degreasing of the range hood and filter
• Inside and outside of all cabinets and drawers
• Cleaning behind and under the stove and refrigerator (where accessible)
• Backsplash scrubbing and degreasing
• Small appliance exteriors (toaster, coffee maker, etc.)
• Detailed cleaning of sink drain and garbage disposal area
• Scrubbing tile grout and floor corners

Bathrooms — Deep Clean

• Everything in a standard bathroom cleaning
• Detailed tile and grout scrubbing on walls and floors
• Shower door track cleaning and descaling
• Showerhead descaling and polishing
• Inside medicine cabinets and vanity drawers
• Behind the toilet and around the base
• Cleaning of exhaust fan cover
• Mould and mildew treatment on tile and caulking
• Polishing all chrome fixtures

Bedrooms — Deep Clean

• Everything in a standard bedroom cleaning
• Under the bed and behind furniture (accessible areas)
• Top of wardrobes, armoires, and tall furniture
• Inside closets: shelf wiping, floor vacuuming
• Detailed baseboard and trim cleaning
• Windowsill and window track cleaning
• Light fixture and ceiling fan dusting
• Door and door frame wiping

Living Areas — Deep Clean

• Everything in a standard living area cleaning
• Behind and under sofas, entertainment units, and bookshelves
• Detailed dusting of all shelving, including books and decorative items
• Light fixture and ceiling fan cleaning
• Vent cover removal and cleaning
• Baseboard and trim detailing throughout
• Interior window cleaning (ground-level windows)
• Window track and sill cleaning
• Door and door frame wiping
• Spot cleaning of walls (scuff marks, fingerprints)

Additional Areas

• Laundry room: cleaning of washer/dryer exteriors, counters, and shelving
• Entryways and hallways: detailed cleaning of coat closets, shoe areas, and storage
• Stairways: vacuuming, mopping, banister wiping, and baseboard detailing

How a Deep Cleaning Differs from Regular Cleaning

A regular (maintenance) cleaning focuses on keeping your home presentable week to week — wiping surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing high-use areas. A deep cleaning goes further by:

• Reaching hidden areas: Behind appliances, under furniture, inside cabinets — places that accumulate dust and grime over time.
• Treating buildup: Grease in the kitchen, soap scum in the bathroom, mineral deposits on fixtures — these require extra time and specialized techniques.
• Addressing detail work: Baseboards, door frames, windowsills, vent covers, light fixtures — the small things that make a big visual difference.
• Resetting your home: After a deep clean, every surface in your home has been addressed. It's like starting from zero.

Think of it this way: regular cleaning maintains the standard, deep cleaning sets the standard.

When to Book a Deep Cleaning

A deep cleaning is the right choice when:

• You're starting a recurring cleaning plan: We strongly recommend a deep clean as your first visit. It gives our team a clean baseline to maintain, which means better results from every subsequent regular visit.
• Seasonal transitions: Many Montreal homeowners book deep cleanings in spring (after a long winter indoors) and fall (before the holiday season). Spring cleaning is especially popular after months of closed windows and heating system dust.
• Before or after an event: Hosting a dinner party, holiday gathering, or family visit? A deep clean before ensures your home looks its best. A deep clean after handles the aftermath.
• After being away: If you've been travelling or your home has been vacant for a period, a deep clean addresses the settled dust and staleness.
• Before putting your home on the market: A deep-cleaned home shows better to potential buyers and photographs better for listings.
• After illness: If someone in your household has been sick, a deep clean with thorough disinfection helps restore a healthy environment.
• When regular cleaning isn't enough: If you notice buildup in grout, grime behind appliances, or dust on baseboards, it's time for a deep clean.

How Long Does a Deep Cleaning Take?

Most deep cleanings take between 4 and 8 hours, depending on several factors:

• Home size: A 1-bedroom apartment may take 4 to 5 hours. A 4-bedroom house can take 6 to 8 hours.
• Current condition: A home that receives regular cleaning will need less time than one that hasn't been deep cleaned in over a year.
• Scope of work: If you're adding extras like interior windows, inside the fridge, or closet organization, this extends the timeline.
• Number of bathrooms: Bathrooms are the most time-intensive rooms during a deep clean, especially if there's significant grout or mould work.

For larger homes or homes in significant need, we may send a team of two or more cleaners to complete the job efficiently within a single visit.

Our Products and Approach

We use eco-friendly, biodegradable cleaning products that are tough on grime but safe for your family, pets, and the environment. Our deep cleaning approach includes:

• HEPA-filter vacuuming: Captures fine dust, allergens, and particles that standard vacuums recirculate.
• Steam cleaning (select surfaces): For grout, tile, and areas where heat-based sanitization is most effective.
• Degreasing agents: Food-safe, non-toxic degreasers for kitchen buildup.
• Descaling solutions: For mineral deposits on bathroom fixtures, showerheads, and faucets.
• Microfiber technology: Professional-grade microfiber cloths and mops for superior dust and bacteria capture.

If you have specific product preferences or sensitivities (fragrance-free, specific brands for certain surfaces), let us know and we'll accommodate.

Pricing Context

Deep cleaning costs more than a regular cleaning because it takes significantly more time and involves more detailed work. Factors that affect pricing include:

• Square footage and number of rooms: More space means more time.
• Number of bathrooms and kitchen size: These rooms require the most intensive work.
• Current condition: A home that's regularly maintained costs less to deep clean than one with heavy buildup.
• Add-on services: Interior windows, inside appliances, closet interiors, and other extras are priced separately.
• Accessibility: Homes with many stairs, tight spaces, or difficult-to-reach areas may require additional time.

We provide a transparent quote before scheduling. No hidden fees. Contact us with your home details for an accurate estimate.

Montreal-Specific Deep Cleaning Tips

Montreal's climate and housing stock create specific deep cleaning considerations:

• Post-winter deep clean (March–April): After months of heating, closed windows, and salt-tracked floors, spring is the most popular time for deep cleaning in Montreal. Book early — our March and April calendars fill fast.
• Pre-holiday deep clean (November): Get your home guest-ready before the holiday season. Many clients book their deep clean in early November to have a fresh home for Thanksgiving and December gatherings.
• Humidity and mould in older buildings: Montreal's older apartments and triplexes are prone to bathroom mould, especially in units with poor ventilation. Our deep clean includes mould treatment on tile, grout, and caulking.
• Radiator and baseboard heater cleaning: Dust accumulates on and behind radiators throughout the heating season. A deep clean addresses these often-overlooked heat sources.
• Construction dust from nearby projects: Montreal is always under construction. Even if you haven't renovated, nearby projects can introduce fine dust into your home through windows and ventilation. A deep clean removes this pervasive dust.

Who Is Deep Cleaning For?

• Homeowners starting a recurring cleaning plan (recommended first visit)
• Anyone who hasn't had a professional cleaning in several months
• Families preparing for holidays, events, or visitors
• Homeowners selling their property
• Tenants at the start or end of a lease
• People with allergies or respiratory sensitivities who need a thorough dust and allergen removal
• Anyone who wants the satisfaction of a completely fresh, reset home

Service Areas

Our deep cleaning service is available across Greater Montreal:

• Montreal Island (all boroughs)
• West Island (Dorval, Pointe-Claire, Kirkland, Beaconsfield, DDO, Pierrefonds)
• Laval (all sectors)
• South Shore (Longueuil, Brossard, Saint-Lambert, Boucherville, Saint-Hubert)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Should I do a deep clean before starting recurring cleaning?

Yes, we strongly recommend it. A deep clean establishes a clean baseline that makes every subsequent regular cleaning faster, more efficient, and more effective. Without it, our team spends time on accumulated buildup rather than maintenance.

Q: How often should I get a deep cleaning?

For most households, twice a year is ideal — once in spring and once in fall. Homes with pets, children, or high foot traffic may benefit from quarterly deep cleans. If you're on a recurring cleaning plan, you'll need deep cleans less frequently.

Q: Can I get a deep clean for just one room?

Yes. Many clients request a deep clean for their kitchen or bathroom specifically. We can customize the service to focus on the areas that need the most attention. Single-room deep cleans are priced based on the room and scope of work.

Q: What's the difference between a deep clean and a move-in/out clean?

A move-in/out clean focuses on making an empty or near-empty space inspection-ready. It includes inside all closets, cabinets, and appliances. A deep clean is designed for occupied homes and works around your furniture and belongings. Both are thorough, but the focus differs.

Q: Do I need to move my furniture before the cleaning?

No. Our team will clean behind and under furniture where accessible — we'll move light items like chairs and small tables. Heavy pieces like sofas and beds are cleaned around but not typically moved for safety reasons. If you'd like us to focus on a specific area, just let us know in advance.

Q: Will a deep clean remove mould in my bathroom?

Our deep clean includes surface-level mould treatment on tile, grout, and caulking. We can significantly reduce visible mould and mildew. However, if you have mould growing behind walls, inside ventilation systems, or in structural areas, that requires specialized mould remediation — which is beyond the scope of a cleaning service. We'll let you know if we see signs of deeper mould issues.

Q: How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking at least one week in advance. During peak seasons (March–April for spring cleaning, November for pre-holiday, and late June for moving season), two to three weeks' advance booking is advisable.

Q: Do you bring all the supplies?

Yes. We bring all cleaning products, equipment, and tools. You don't need to provide anything. If you have product preferences, let us know ahead of time.