Regular Cleaning Services vs. Deep Cleaning: What's the Difference?

What is a General Clean?

A general or routine clean typically includes:

• Dusting and wiping surfaces
• Vacuuming and mopping floors
• Cleaning bathrooms (toilet, sink, mirrors)
• Cleaning kitchen surfaces and appliance exteriors
• Making beds and tidying visible areas

A standard cleaner can accomplish quite a lot in a 3-hour session, covering most rooms in an average home with basic cleaning tasks

What is a Deep Clean?

A deep clean is much more comprehensive and includes everything in a general clean plus:

• Cleaning inside appliances (oven, fridge, microwave)
• Descaling bathroom fixtures and deep cleaning grout
• Moving furniture to clean underneath and behind
• Washing walls, baseboards, and light fixtures
• Detailed cleaning of window frames and skirting boards
• Sanitizing high-touch surfaces

Deep cleaning a 3-bedroom house in the UK typically takes 6-8 hours with a team of 2-3 cleaners.

Our Professional Cleaning Packages & Pricing Tiers

At NG1City Cleaners, we believe in transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our service packages are designed to suit different needs and budgets while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.

Our Clear Pricing Structure:

1. Standard Maintenance Cleaning

• Blue Package:
• Weekly service with your choice of focus areas
• Includes eco-friendly standard cleaning products
• Silver Package:
• Fortnightly service with extended coverage
• Includes premium eco-friendly cleaning solutions
• Gold Package:
• 3-hour comprehensive clean
• Complete bathroom and kitchen cleaning
• All-floor vacuuming and mopping
• Premium organic cleaning products

2. Deep Cleaning Services

• Single Room Deep Clean
• Kitchen Deep Clean
• Full House Deep Clean
• All packages include our specialized eco-friendly deep cleaning solutions
• Antimicrobial treatments available as add-ons

What Our 3-Hour Gold Package Delivers:

With our most popular 3-hour cleaning package, you can expect:

• Complete cleaning of one bathroom and kitchen including appliance exteriors
• Thorough vacuuming and mopping of all floors using microfiber technology
• Detailed dusting of all accessible surfaces with our natural dust-repellent formulas
• Bed making and strategic tidying of living spaces
• Eco-friendly cleaning products used throughout your home

For larger properties or more intensive cleaning requirements, we recommend our deep cleaning services or customized cleaning plans.

Our Specialty: Comprehensive End of Tenancy Cleaning Services

End of tenancy cleaning is our core expertise at NG1City Cleaners. We've helped thousands of Nottingham tenants recover their full deposits with our guaranteed service that meets and exceeds the expectations of even the strictest letting agents and landlords.

Why Choose Our End of Tenancy Service?

• 100% Deposit Return Guarantee: If your landlord identifies cleaning issues within 48 hours, we'll return and rectify at no extra cost
• Inventory Checklist Specialists: Our team works from professional inventory guidelines
• Eco-Friendly Yet Powerful: Our specialized green cleaning formulations tackle even the toughest end-of-tenancy challenges
• Experienced Teams: Our cleaning professionals specialize in end of tenancy requirements
• Same-Day Availability: For those urgent move-out situations at an extra cost

Our End of Tenancy Cleaning Service Tiers

Our competitive end of tenancy packages in Nottingham are available for all property sizes:

Essential End of Tenancy Package

• Available for studios to 4+ bedroom properties
• Includes all standard end of tenancy cleaning tasks with eco-friendly products
• Thorough cleaning of all rooms, surfaces, and fixtures
• Special attention to kitchens and bathrooms

Premium End of Tenancy Package

• Enhanced service for all property sizes
• Includes everything in Essential plus carpet cleaning, inside windows, and premium anti-bacterial treatments
• Extended cleaning of hard-to-reach areas
• Additional focus on high-touch surfaces

Landlord's Favourite Package

• Our most comprehensive end of tenancy solution
• Includes everything in Premium plus oven cleaning, and fridge/freezer deep clean.
• Uses our most advanced professional-grade eco-friendly products
• Comes with detailed cleaning checklist documentation

Contact us today for a customized quote based on your specific property size and requirements.

Why Is Professional End of Tenancy Cleaning Essential?

From our extensive experience working with Nottingham's leading letting agencies:

• Financial Security: Significantly increases chances of full deposit return (our clients report 98% full deposit return rate)
• Legal Protection: Provides documentation of professional cleaning to counter potential disputes
• Stress Reduction: Eliminates one major worry during an already stressful moving period
• Time Efficiency: Our teams complete in hours what would take days for non-professionals

What Makes Our End of Tenancy Cleaning Different From Standard Deep Cleaning?

Our specialized end of tenancy service includes:

• Comprehensive cleaning of all kitchen appliances inside and out
• Detailed cleaning inside all cupboards, drawers, and storage areas
• Professional scale removal from all bathroom fixtures using eco-friendly descales
• Thorough cleaning of skirting boards, light fixtures, and switch plates
• Complete oven cleaning using non-toxic, fume-free products
• Special attention to common inventory failure points
• Written certification of professional cleaning for your landlord

All completed using our eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning solutions that are powerful enough to remove years of build-up without harsh chemicals.

Our Eco-Friendly Cleaning Approach & Professional Methods

At NG1City Cleaners, we're committed to providing exceptional cleaning results without compromising the environment or your health. Our green cleaning philosophy is at the core of everything we do.

Our Eco-Friendly Cleaning Promise

• Plant-Based Cleaning Solutions: All our standard cleaning products are derived from natural ingredients
• Microfiber Technology: We use high-quality microfiber cloths that trap dust and bacteria without chemicals
• Reduced Plastic Waste: Our cleaning solutions use concentrated formulas in refillable containers
• Non-Toxic Guarantees: No harsh chemicals that could harm pets, children, or those with sensitivities
• Effective Results: Our eco-friendly products match or exceed the performance of traditional cleaners

The 5 Professional Cleaning Principles We Follow

1. Top-to-bottom approach: Always cleaning from ceiling to floor to prevent recontamination
2. Dry to wet sequence: Removing dust and debris before introducing moisture
3. Clean to dirty progression: Starting with cleaner areas before tackling heavily soiled spaces
4. Systematic room technique: Working methodically clockwise to ensure comprehensive coverage
5. Surface-specific solutions: Using the right eco-friendly product for each specific surface

Professional Cleaning Frequency Recommendations

Based on our extensive experience with Nottingham properties:

• Weekly service: Ideal for busy households with children, pets, or allergy sufferers
• Fortnightly service: Perfect balance for most professional households
• Monthly deep clean: Excellent supplement to your own regular maintenance
• Quarterly seasonal clean: Comprehensive refresh of your entire home four times a year

Our Professional Equipment & Supplies

Unlike many cleaning services, NG1City Cleaners provides all equipment and eco-friendly products as standard with no additional charges:

• Professional-grade vacuum cleaners with HEPA filtration
• Steam cleaning equipment for chemical-free sanitizing
• Microfiber mop systems that outperform traditional string mops
• Full range of eco-certified cleaning solutions for every surface
• Specialized tools for hard-to-reach areas

This comprehensive approach ensures consistent results while supporting your commitment to environmental responsibility.

What to Ask Your Cleaner

When hiring a cleaning service, we recommend asking:

• Are they insured? (This protects you and them)
• Can they provide references or reviews?
• What's included/excluded in the service?
• Do they guarantee their work?
• What's their policy if you're not satisfied?

At NG1City Cleaners, we're transparent about all these aspects and provide detailed service agreements.

Frequently Asked Questions About End of Tenancy Cleaning

Is It Illegal to Charge for End of Tenancy Cleaning?

Landlords cannot legally require you to use a specific cleaning company, but your tenancy agreement likely includes obligations to return the property in the same condition as when you moved in, minus normal wear and tear. Professional end of tenancy cleaning is the most reliable way to meet this obligation.

Can I Do End of Tenancy Cleaning Myself?

While it's possible to handle end of tenancy cleaning yourself, most tenants underestimate the thoroughness required. Professional services like ours understand exactly what letting agents look for and have the specialized equipment to achieve those standards. Our customers report that our service saves them time, stress, and ultimately money by helping secure their deposit return.

What is Fair Wear and Tear?

Fair wear and tear refers to the natural deterioration of a property and its contents through normal everyday use. This includes minor scuffs on walls, slight carpet wear in high-traffic areas, and small signs of use on appliances. However, stains, limescale build-up, dirt, dust, and food residue are not considered wear and tear—these are cleaning issues that should be addressed before moving out.

What About Carpets and Walls?

Our Premium and Landlord's Favourite packages include carpet cleaning and wall spot cleaning, which are common areas of dispute in deposit returns. Using eco-friendly hot water extraction methods, we can remove most stains and odours while being gentle on carpet fibres.

Conclusion: Why NG1City Cleaners is Nottingham's First Choice

At NG1City Cleaners, we've built our reputation by specializing in end of tenancy cleaning while maintaining a commitment to eco-friendly practices. Our transparent pricing tiers, satisfaction guarantees, and expert teams ensure that whether you're moving out of a studio apartment or a large family home, we have the perfect cleaning solution.

Our eco-conscious approach means you'll not only get exceptional cleaning results but also the peace of mind that comes with knowing your cleaning service is supporting environmental sustainability. Our plant-based formulations and microfiber technology deliver professional results without harsh chemicals or excessive waste.

For Nottingham residents who value both impeccable cleanliness and environmental responsibility, NG1City Cleaners represents the gold standard in professional cleaning services.

Book Your End of Tenancy Clean Today

This expert guide was written by the NG1City Cleaners team, drawing on our extensive experience providing eco-friendly cleaning services throughout Nottingham since 2010. We're committed to maintaining the highest standards in professional cleaning while protecting our environment.

NG1City Cleaners

Nottingham's Eco-Friendly End of Tenancy Specialists

Tel: 0115 718 2020

Email: info@ng1citycleaners.co.uk

Website: www.ng1citycleaners.co.uk

Serving NG1-NG9 postcodes and surrounding areas