What Does a Home Deep Cleaning Involve? A Complete Guide for Chennai Homes
Last updated: January 4, 2026
Quick note: This guide explains both Home Deep Cleaning and Home Premium Cleaning, so you clearly understand what each service includes and can choose the right option for your Chennai home.
In simple terms: Home Deep Cleaning covers all visible areas of the home, while Home Premium Cleaning is a complete inside-out service that also includes cupboards, drawers, loft.
Service Square has two distinct cleaning packages for cleaning homes.
Home Deep Cleaning involves cleaning the entire home – except inside cupboards, drawers, lofts, etc. Removing cobwebs, cleaning toilets, kitchen, fans, dry vacuuming of sofas, mattresses, curtains, cleaning of doors, windows, and mopping of floors are the main works performed with a lot of care and heart.
Home Premium Cleaning is a top-to-bottom reset — inside cupboards, drawers, lofts, the oven and fridge, grout and tiles, upholstery and vents, and the spots behind appliances that weekly cleaning skips.
For Chennai homes, we also focus on descaling and anti-mould steps because of the coastal humidity. This, of course, is done for both Deep and Premium Cleaning packages.
You may be wondering — what if I want to customise the cleaning? Yes, it is possible. Customers often choose to get a premium cleaning of the kitchen alone and deep cleaning of the remaining places.
Which should you choose — Deep Cleaning or Premium Cleaning?
| Factor | Home Deep Cleaning | Home Premium Cleaning |
|---|---|---|
| What's Included | All visible areas — floors, walls, appliances, furniture surfaces | Everything in Deep Cleaning + inside cupboards, drawers, lofts, oven/fridge interiors |
| Best For | Homes cleaned regularly needing a visible refresh | Homes not cleaned thoroughly for months |
| Interior Storage | Not included (cupboards, drawers, lofts excluded) | Fully included (cupboards, drawers, lofts, wardrobes) |
| Ideal Timing | Regular maintenance (every 2-3 months) | After festivals, renovation, before renting/selling, or deep reset |
| Budget | More budget-friendly option | Higher investment for complete inside-out service |
| Time Required | 5-8 hours (depending on home size) | 7-12+ hours (depending on home size) |
Want a mix? Many Chennai customers choose Premium Cleaning for the kitchen and Deep Cleaning for the rest of the home. Customisation is always possible.
Table of contents
- What a deep clean actually covers (room-by-room)
- Tools pros bring & why they matter
- Deep clean vs Premium clean — short, clear difference
- How long it usually takes (real Chennai timing)
- Is it worth paying for it?
- How to prepare before the crew arrives
- Chennai-specific tips (monsoon, mould, dust)
- FAQs
- Key takeaways
What a Premium clean actually covers — room-by-room
Premium cleaning covers every room from top to bottom including inside cabinets and drawers, grout treatment, upholstery care, and behind-appliance cleaning with specialised anti-mould treatment.
Here’s exactly what our cleaning technicians do — in short so you know what to expect.
Kitchen
In the kitchen, our team empties and cleans inside the fridge by removing shelves, washing them thoroughly, and deodorising the interior. We clean inside the oven and microwave to remove baked-on grease that accumulates over time. The hob and chimney receive a complete degreasing treatment, and we clean the filters or recommend swapping them when necessary. We wipe both inside and outside of cabinets and sanitise all handles. The sink and taps are thoroughly cleaned, and we run the drains to ensure proper flow. We scrub the backsplash and grout, paying special attention to descaling around taps. For freestanding appliances like the fridge and dishwasher, we move them to clean underneath where dust and grime accumulate.
Bathroom
The bathroom receives intensive care starting with a deep scrub of floor and wall tile grout to remove mouldy patches that develop in humid conditions. We descale showerheads and taps to restore proper water flow. Inside cabinets are cleaned thoroughly, and we disinfect all high-touch points including switches and handles. The toilet is cleaned thoroughly, including the base and the area behind the commode that’s often neglected. We polish mirrors and chrome fixtures to a streak-free shine, clean the wash basin completely, and address windows, doors, and exhaust fans if available.
Living room & common areas
In living spaces, we move furniture where possible and vacuum underneath to remove accumulated dust and debris. Upholstery and curtains receive thorough vacuuming to remove dust mites and allergens. Ceiling fans, AC vents, and light fittings are dusted and cleaned carefully. Blinds are dusted, and windows and doors are cleaned inside. Carpets receive comprehensive vacuuming, and we remove dust from TVs, cabinets, shelves, and other surfaces.
Bedrooms
For bedrooms, we vacuum mattresses thoroughly, which is particularly good for removing dust mites, and rotate them if possible. We wipe wardrobe shelves, clean under beds, and address skirting boards that collect dust. Lights, fans, and switches are dusted carefully. Doors and windows receive thorough cleaning, and we clean inside lofts where dust accumulates over time.
Extras done at additional cost
Several specialised services are available at additional cost. These include shampoo cleaning of sofas and carpets using extraction equipment, decluttering and organising services for overwhelmed spaces, scrubbing of tiled floors using a single-disc machine for deep cleaning, polishing marble or mosaic floors to restore their shine, and basic AC vent cleaning. For post-construction situations, we remove fine dust, paint splashes, and grit that settle everywhere. Utility areas and garages can receive a sweep and degrease treatment, with special attention to drain areas.
Pro tip: the final pass is usually a microfiber wipe — it makes everything look polished and streak-free.
Tools & products the team brings — and why it matters
Professional cleaning teams use specialised equipment including vacuum cleaners, single-disc machines, extraction tools, and Chennai-humidity-specific descalers and anti-mould solutions for thorough results.
Our team brings vacuum cleaners that trap tiny dust and allergens effectively. Single-disc machines are excellent for grout cleaning and brightening floors. Carpet and sofa shampoo cleaning extractors remove deep-seated dirt and stains. Grout brushes, microfiber cloths, and extendable dusters may seem like small tools, but they make a big difference in reaching difficult areas. Descalers and anti-mould solutions are especially useful in Chennai’s humidity to prevent long-term damage. The crew also uses PPE including gloves and masks for safety during cleaning operations.
About the cleaning solutions used — why this matters
Most of the solutions used by us in cleaning are plant- and enzyme-based. This is significant because they do not cause harm to our customers, our staff, or the spaces we clean. The cleaning materials used include kitchen degreasers for cutting through tough grease, floor cleaners for various surface types, tap cleaners for removing limescale, windows and doors cleaning solutions for streak-free results, air fresheners for a pleasant atmosphere, and sofa and carpet shampoo solutions for upholstery care.
Premium clean vs Deep clean — simple difference
Deep cleaning covers all visible areas except inside storage spaces like cupboards and lofts, while Premium cleaning includes everything plus all hidden interior spaces.
As pointed out at the beginning, our Deep Cleaning package excludes cleaning inside cupboards, lofts, drawers etc. This package works out cheaper, but the downside is, it is not a thorough, inside-out cleaning job.
Premium Cleaning covers everything above, plus the hidden stuff — inside ovens and fridges, grout deep cleaning, vents, under furniture, and inside cupboards, lofts, wardrobes, and drawers. If you haven’t cleaned properly for months, or after construction or festivals, Premium Cleaning is the right choice.
How long will it take? (real Chennai timing)
Timing depends on house size and condition, ranging from 5–7 hours for small flats with 2 cleaning technicians to 8–12+ hours for larger or heavily soiled homes with multi-person crews.
Timing depends on house size and how messy it is — and whether you want one cleaner or a team.
— For a small studio or 1-BHK, expect about 5 to 7 hours with 2 cleaning technicians.
— A 2–3 BHK average family home typically takes 6–8 hours with 3 cleaning technicians.
— For 2–3 BHK Premium Cleaning, we deploy 4 to 5 cleaning technicians, taking about 7 to 8+ hours.
— Larger homes with 4+ BHK or very dirty spaces, especially post-construction, require 8–12+ hours or more, often needing a multi-person crew working over a day or two.
Things that add time include lots of clutter, as decluttering takes hours, pets that leave hair everywhere, many bathrooms requiring individual attention, and stubborn stains that need extra treatment.
Chennai tip: weekends fill up fast; weekdays give more flexibility for scheduling.
Is it worth paying for a Premium or Deep clean?
Premium and Deep cleaning services are worthwhile investments for most households, saving time, improving health, maintaining home value, and preventing costly repairs from humidity damage.
Short answer: yes — for most households it’s worth the cost.
At Service Square, the focus is on completing the work well – most often working longer hours than others in the market.
Why people in Chennai book these services: Professional cleaning saves significant time, giving you back a whole weekend you’d otherwise spend scrubbing. For health, it cuts down dust, dust mites and mould — particularly helpful for kids, elders, and allergy sufferers who need cleaner air. From a maintenance perspective, it keeps carpets, upholstery and appliances lasting longer by preventing buildup that causes deterioration. For those selling or renting, houses that are professionally cleaned look better and get more attention from potential tenants or buyers.
Because Chennai’s humidity can speed up limescale and mold development, a proper descaling and anti-mold treatment now can stop bigger repairs later, saving money in the long run.
How to prepare before the crew arrives
Prepare for cleaning by following these 7 steps to clear surfaces, secure valuables, and communicate needs for smooth, efficient service.
Step 1: Clear counters and floors Remove items from counters and floors as much as you can to give cleaners easy access to all surfaces.
Step 2: Put away valuables and fragile items Secure jewellery, documents, fragile items, and anything precious in safe locations away from cleaning areas.
Step 3: Note any spots you want extra attention Make a list of persistent stains, mold areas, or heavily soiled spots that need special treatment.
Step 4: Keep pets in one room Manage pets by keeping them in a separate room and let the team know about their presence.
Step 5: Tell the company about power or water issues Inform Service Square if there might be power or water supply problems that day, as these can affect cleaning work.
Step 6: Ask for eco-friendly or fragrance-free products Request specific products if anyone in the home is sensitive to chemicals or has allergies.
Step 7: Give access instructions Share gate codes, parking tips, and entry instructions to help the crew arrive and start smoothly.
These small preparation steps speed things up and can lower costs by making the work more efficient.
Chennai-specific tips & local hacks
Chennai homes need special attention to monsoon mould, regular descaling due to hard water, construction dust management, and scheduling around power and water availability.
After the monsoon season, make grout and window-frame treatments a priority — mould loves the humidity and can establish quickly. Descale regularly, as showerheads and taps get blocked faster in Chennai due to water quality; regular descaling saves money down the line by preventing replacements. For construction dust, if your area has ongoing builds (this is common across Chennai), book a post-construction clean which includes thorough window track cleaning and filter checks. Regarding power and water, schedule cleaning when supply is steady, or check if the company can work around outages that are occasional in some areas. In coastal areas like Besant Nagar and ECR, we use specialized salt-neutralizing agents to prevent the ‘whitening’ of metal fixtures common in seaside apartments.
Why Service Square is Chennai's Most Recommended Cleaning Team
Since 2000, we have served over 1 lakh homes, offices, and industries across Chennai. We are recommended because we use in-house, background-verified & trained technicians rather than third-party gig workers. Our 4.8-star rating is built on our commitment to never leaving a site until the customer is 100% satisfied with the “microfiber-finish” quality check.
FAQs
What does a Premium cleaning of a home consist of?
Premium cleaning is comprehensive room-by-room service covering grout work, upholstery, vents, behind-appliance spaces, high-touch disinfection, and all interior storage spaces.
A Premium clean is a full room-by-room service — grout & tile work, upholstery and carpet cleaning, vents, behind-appliance cleaning and high-touch disinfection. Every part of the house, including inside cupboards, drawers, lofts, display shelves etc., will be cleaned.
What does a deep cleaning of a home consist of?
Deep cleaning covers every visible part of the house including all rooms and surfaces, but excludes interior storage spaces like cupboards, lofts, shelves, and wardrobes.
Deep cleaning of a home consists of cleaning of every part of the house – except inside cupboards, lofts, shelves, wardrobes etc – every visible surface, appliance, floor, and fixture receives thorough attention.
What does house deep clean include?
House deep cleaning includes kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living areas plus extras like vents, skirting boards, inside windows, and optional carpet or upholstery cleaning.
Usually: kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living areas and extras like vents, skirting boards, inside windows (inside only), and carpet/upholstery cleaning if requested.
What is done during a deep cleaning?
During deep cleaning, professional crews follow a systematic 6-step process from decluttering through final inspection to ensure thorough results.
Step 1: Declutter and move items Crews typically declutter areas first and move furniture where possible to access all surfaces.
Step 2: Dust from top-to-bottom Starting from ceiling fans and lights, dust is removed systematically working downward to prevent spreading.
Step 3: Wet clean and degrease surfaces Kitchen areas, bathroom tiles, and other surfaces receive thorough wet cleaning with appropriate solutions.
Step 4: Spot-treat stains and mould Stubborn stains and mouldy patches get targeted treatment with descalers and anti-mould solutions.
Step 5: Steam or extract carpets and upholstery Carpets and upholstery are shampooed using extraction equipment to remove deep-seated dirt.
Step 6: Final inspection and microfiber wipe A final pass with microfiber cloths makes everything look polished and streak-free, followed by quality checks.
What is the difference between a full clean and a deep clean?
Full or regular cleaning provides maintenance for already-clean homes, while deep cleaning is detailed, time-consuming work reaching places that regular cleaning skips.
Full/regular clean = maintenance. Deep clean = detailed, time-consuming work that reaches places regular cleaning skips.
Is it worth paying for a deep clean?
Deep cleaning is worthwhile for busy people, families, allergy sufferers, and those preparing to sell or rent, as it restores hygiene and extends surface lifespan.
Yes for busy people, families, allergy sufferers, and anyone preparing to sell or rent. It restores hygiene and helps surfaces last longer.
How long should it take to deep clean a whole house?
Deep cleaning is worthwhile for busy people, families, allergy sufferers, and those preparing to sell or rent, as it restores hygiene and extends surface lifespan.
Yes for busy people, families, allergy sufferers, and anyone preparing to sell or rent. It restores hygiene and helps surfaces last longer.
How long should it take to deep clean a whole house?
Small flats require 3–5 hours,
2–3 bedroom homes need about 6–8 hours with one cleaner, and
bigger or very dirty homes take 8–12+ hours or more.
Small flats 3–5 hrs; 2–3 bed homes about 6–8 hrs (one cleaner); bigger or very dirty homes 8–12+ hrs or more.
How do I book a deep cleaning service in Chennai?
Booking a deep cleaning in Chennai involves 5 simple steps from initial contact to scheduled service confirmation.
Step 1: Contact Service Square Reach out via phone, website, or WhatsApp to describe your home size and cleaning needs.
Step 2: Choose your package Decide between Deep Cleaning (visible areas only) or Premium Cleaning (includes cupboards, lofts).
Step 3: Customise if needed Discuss any extras like carpet shampooing, post-construction cleaning, or focusing on specific rooms like the kitchen.
Step 4: Select your date and time Choose a convenient slot — weekdays offer more flexibility, while weekends fill up fast in areas like Adyar, Velachery, and Anna Nagar.
Step 5: Confirm and prepare Finalize timing, provide access information, and follow the preparation checklist to ensure crews can work efficiently.
Key takeaways
- Deep clean hits the hidden spots — oven/fridge insides, grout, vents, upholstery, and behind appliances.
- Chennai homes need extra descaling and anti-mould steps because of humidity.
- Do a quick declutter before the crew; tell the company about product preferences and known problem areas.
Author: Babu Vincent — Managing Director, Service Square