How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen (The Professional Way)

The kitchen is the hardest room to clean properly. Grease, food residue, and moisture create a challenging combination. Here's how our professional cleaners tackle it.

Start at the Top and Work Down

Always clean from ceiling to floor. Dust and debris fall down - you never want to clean the floor before the counters.

Ceiling Fans and Light Fixtures

Use a damp microfiber cloth on fan blades. For greasy light fixtures above the stove, dish soap solution cuts through buildup.

Cabinets: Inside and Out

Exterior cabinet doors near the stove accumulate cooking grease. Diluted dish soap or a degreaser wipe-down followed by a clean damp cloth removes buildup without damaging the finish.

Pro tip: Clean inside cabinets from back to front. Remove everything, wipe the shelf liner or surface, then replace items - checking expiration dates as you go.

The Oven

Remove racks and soak in hot soapy water. For the interior: baking soda paste applied overnight, then scrub and wipe clean. For the oven door glass: baking soda paste + dish soap works well.

Stovetop

Remove all burner grates and caps. Soak in hot soapy water for 20-30 minutes. Use a degreaser for baked-on residue. Avoid abrasives on glass stovetops.

Refrigerator

Remove all items and shelves. Wash shelves in warm soapy water. Wipe interior with baking soda solution (2 tbsp per quart of water) to neutralize odors. Don't forget the door seals - they accumulate mold.

The Sink

Stainless: Bar Keepers Friend to remove stains and restore shine. Porcelain: baking soda paste. Always finish with a dry microfiber to prevent water spots. Clean under the sink and check for leaks while you're at it.

Floors: Last Step Always

Sweep first, then damp mop. Pay special attention to under the refrigerator and around the stove - these areas collect incredible amounts of debris.