House Cleaning and  General Cleaning

Overview

• Routine deep‑clean of living areas, kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms.

• Skill level: 2 / 5 (confident beginner).

• Typical duration: 2 – 4 hours for a three‑bed home.

  
  

Safety First

1. Risk of slips on wet floors – wear non‑slip shoes.

2. Chemical irritation to skin, eyes or lungs – use gloves, goggles and good ventilation.

3. Electrical shock when cleaning near sockets – unplug appliances first.

4. Ladder falls when dusting high areas – use a sturdy step‑stool, never over‑reach.

   
   

Tools & Materials

Step‑by‑Step

1 – Declutter and sort

Why: Clears surfaces and speeds up cleaning cycles.

2 – Dry dust top‑to‑bottom

Why: Prevents dust from resettling on cleaned lower areas.

3 – Tackle bathrooms first

Why: Cleaners need dwell‑time to dissolve limescale and soap scum.

4 – Kitchen deep‑clean

Why: Grease and food residues attract pests; sanitising prevents cross‑contamination.

5 – Wipe high‑touch points

Why: Door handles, switches and banisters harbour bacteria.

6 – Vacuum thoroughly

Why: Removes dust loosened by earlier steps and lifts carpet pile.

7 – Mop hard floors

Why: Leaves a streak‑free finish and captures final dirt.

Completion Checks

• No visible dust on skirting boards or picture rails.

• Countertops, taps and mirrors streak‑free.

• Bathroom fixtures shine and drains run freely.

• Floors dry and free of footprints or residue.

• Fresh scent with no chemical odours.

  
  

When to call a pro instead

Bring in professional cleaners for post‑building works dust, heavy mould, persistent pet odours, large‑scale decluttering, or if time constraints prevent regular upkeep. Pros have industrial vacuums, specialist stain treatments and can finish whole‑house deep cleans swiftly without disrupting your schedule.