Understanding the Difference between Cleaning and Sanitizing

There is a major difference between cleaning and sanitizing, especially now with COVID-19 and the Delta Variant spreading. Cleaning removes food and other types of debris from the surface such as a countertop or shelves. Sanitizing reduces the number of pathogens on a clean surface to safe levels. 

To have an effective cleaning experience, professionals offer both options through regular and deep cleanings. A regular cleaning service is what many people do on a weekly or biweekly basis, or hire a professional to clean every few weeks or once a month. Regular cleaning for a residential space helps maintain the beauty, comfort, and overall cleanliness of your home. Regular cleaning services by Green Leaf Maid Services include:

  • Cleaning standard rooms such as bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms
  • Mopping floors
  • Sweeping and vacuuming all areas applicable to your home
  • Dusting and wiping down surfaces

If you clean your home periodically and need assistance, hiring a professional to clean on a regular basis would be the best option for you. A quality regular cleaning service will come to your home once a week or several times a month, depending on your needs. 

Deep cleaning services combine regular cleaning and sanitization methods with other cleaning services to the package. Deep cleaning services are ideal for people who haven’t or don’t clean their home on a regular basis and need to have more than the average services done in a regular cleaning. Services usually included in a deep cleaning are:

  • Spaces behind big appliances, such as washing machines, oven, and refrigerator
  • Under sinks in the kitchen and bathroom(s)
  • Inside the oven
  • The inside of window frames and patio doors
  • Inside and outside window glass cleaning and blinds (if applicable)
  • Dusting of all corners and fewer traffic surfaces
  • De-scaling bathroom details like tiles, taps, faucets, and showerheads

Some deep cleaning services offer basement and attic cleaning, but you should consult with the service provider to ensure that is a service they offer before booking (if you wish to have it done). Speak with one of our team members today to discuss the ideal package for you depending on your need for basic cleaning or deep sanitization. 

At Green Leaf Maid Services, we offer regular routine cleaning as well as deep-cleaning services. Contact us today to find out more information regarding what services are offered for each and pricing. We also offer moving in/out cleaning services, event cleaning, and post-construction or remodeling clean-up. 

Green Leaf Maid Services uses cleaning agents that are safe for your children and pets, giving clients peace of mind their families will not come into contact with harmful chemicals. We are proud to be the first cleaning service in Spring, Conroe, The Woodlands, and North Houston to use a special, color-coded microfiber towel system to prevent cross-contamination from one room to another. 

Whether it is your first professional cleaning service or your hundredth, Green Lead Maid Services has you covered!