They’re not the same service. Here’s what’s included in each, when you need which, and the smartest way to combine them.
They're not the same service. Here's exactly what's included in each, when you need which, and how much they cost in Minneapolis.
You know you want your home cleaned, but which service do you actually need? The terms "house cleaning" and "deep cleaning" get thrown around interchangeably, but they're very different services with different price points, timeframes, and results. Choosing the wrong one means you either overpay for what you need or end up disappointed.
Not every home needs a deep clean. Here are the most common situations where Minneapolis homeowners book one:
Standard recurring cleaning is enough when your home is already in good shape and you just need to maintain it. If your baseboards are dust-free, your oven doesn't have baked-on grease, and your shower has no hard water buildup — you don't need a deep clean. You need a good recurring schedule.
Start with a one-time deep clean to reset your home. Then transition to a recurring schedule to maintain it without ever needing another deep clean.
This approach saves money over time because recurring visits are faster and cheaper than repeated deep cleans. Your home stays consistently clean rather than cycling between dirty and freshly cleaned.
We recommend this for all our clients across Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina, Bloomington, and the entire Twin Cities metro.
Answers to the most common questions about choosing the right service.
You can, but we don't recommend it. If your home hasn't been professionally cleaned recently, a standard cleaning won't reach the level you're expecting. Starting with a deep clean means recurring visits can maintain an already-clean home for better results.
If you're on a recurring schedule, most homeowners only need a deep clean once or twice a year — typically in spring after winter and again before the holiday season. Without recurring service, every 3-4 months is ideal.
Yes. A proper deep clean includes the interior of your oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. These are not included in standard recurring visits. Our full home clean covers every appliance interior.
It depends on the products used. At Signature Shine, we use organic, non-toxic, biodegradable products and HEPA filtration vacuums on every visit. Our products are safe for children, pets, and anyone with chemical sensitivities.
Move-out cleaning is even more thorough. It includes everything in a deep clean plus inside every cabinet and drawer, every closet shelf, all appliance interiors, and cleaning to landlord inspection standards.
