How Often Should You Deep Clean Your Home in Michigan?

The short answer

Most homes benefit from a deep clean two to four times a year, with regular house cleaning in between. Homes with pets, young kids or allergies may want one closer to every season.

Spring: after the salt and slush

Months of boots, road salt and mud take a toll on floors, entryways and baseboards. Spring is the most popular time for a deep clean in the Tri-Cities, once the snow is gone and the windows can open.

Fall: before the holidays

A fall deep clean gets the house ready for Thanksgiving and holiday guests, and catches the dust before the furnace runs all winter.

What a deep clean covers

Deep cleaning adds the detail work regular visits skip: baseboards, door frames, vents, window tracks, cabinet fronts, grout and buildup in bathrooms. Think of it as a reset that makes regular cleaning easier.

Signs it's time

• Grout looks darker than it used to.
• Dust has built up on baseboards, fans and vents.
• Bathrooms have soap scum or hard-water spots that won't wipe off.
• You're hosting, listing the house, or just can't remember the last time.