What's included in our standard cleaning

A question we often receive is what tasks are done during a house cleaning.

A standard cleaning service include activities like vacuuming, dusting, cleaning windows and mirrors, cleaning bathroom surfaces, removing cobwebs, disinfecting high-traffic surfaces like countertops and handles, polishing chrome, trash removal, and tidying up kitchens (varies depending on your home’s kitchen and needs).

It’s perfect for recurring services or to help you need a helping hand

Here is our standard housecleaning check list:

sTANDARD CLEANING: KITCHEN AND EATING AREA

General Dusting

Outside of Range & Hood Cleaned

Clean Countertops

Clean Drip Pans

Clean Top & Front of Range

Remove Cobwebs

Mop & Vacuum Floors

Clean Fronts of Other Appliances

Clean & Disinfect the Sink

Wipe the Microwave

Remove the Trash

sTANDARD CLEANING: BATHROOM

General Dusting

Clean and Disinfect the Bathtubs, Showers, and Tile Walls

Clean and Disinfect Vanity & Sink

Shower Doors Cleaned & Disinfected

Carpets Vacuumed

Treat Mildew

Clean & Disinfect Toilets

Remove Cobwebs

Clean Mirrors & Fixtures

Wash & Disinfect Floors

Remove the Trash

sTANDARD CLEANING: SLEEPING & LIVING AREAS

Vacuum Readily Accessible Floors

Dust Flat Areas with Damp Cloth

Dust, Mop & Vacuum Wood Floors

Vacuum Stairs

Dust Picture Frames

Remove Cobwebs

General Dusting

Dust Ledges & Window Sills

All Readily Accessible Floors Vacuumed

Dust Heavy Knick-Knack Areas

Ready the Beds

Remove the Trash

BENEFITS OF A STANDARD CLEANING SERVICE

Any house cleaning service will help you keep your home clean and organized, but most importantly, will help you keep things off your plate so you can focus on what truly matters. With a cleaning service, you get:

Keep your home consistently clean and tidy

Take car of your health

More time for yourself

Forget about 8-hour cleaning sprees every few months. With a cleaning service, your home is consistently clean and tidy, and it's one less thing on your plate.

A clean home is not about impressing your guests. It's about comfort and well-being. By having your home cleaned regularly, you reduce dust and germs that can affect your breathing and overall health.

Taking all those hours of cleaning out of your schedule means more time for you and your family. You'll have more time to do what you want and focus on what really matters.

STANDARD CLEANING VS. DEEP CLEANING

One of the topics we get asked frequently from our clients is whether they should get a deep cleaning service or a standard cleaning service. Here are the main difference and our expert advice to choose the right cleaning service:

STANDARD CLEANING

DEEP CLEANING

A standard cleaning service is perfect for keeping your home fresh and organized, but without the stress of doing it yourself.

We know sometimes there’s a lot in your plate. If you’re busy with work, family, or other commitments, our cleaning service in Rockford takes care of all the essentials. A standard cleaning services is perfect if you need a recurring schedule, like weekly or bi-weekly visits.

This type of service is ideal if you have an hectic household, if you are a busy professional, or if you just need an extra pair of hands to help you keep your home clean, but without requiring a deep cleaning each time.

This type of service is ideal for families, busy professionals, or anyone who wants to maintain a clean home on a regular basis without committing to a deep cleaning each time.

Our cleaning service in Rockford focuses on the areas that matter most, ensuring your kitchen, bathrooms, living rooms, and bedrooms stay spotless and comfortable. With Hive Cleaning, you get reliable, friendly, and thorough care every visit — making standard cleaning the perfect solution for a consistently clean home.

A deep cleaning service is a more specialized type of service. Hive Cleaning will reach areas you’ve never imagined.

We know sometimes a regular cleaning service is not enough if your house hasn’t been cleaned in a while, after a long season or a big event. We always recommend starting with a deep cleaning service and then stick to a standard recurring service for maintenance and upkeeping.

Feel free to check our Deep Cleaning service page to get the full details and find out if this is the service you need!