Standard maintenance cleaning keeps a regularly maintained home fresh and clean on a recurring basis. It covers all the surfaces you see and use every day.
Deep cleaning goes into every corner, behind every appliance, and inside every area that routine cleaning skips. It's a reset — not a top-up.
Think of it this way: standard cleaning is like brushing your teeth daily. Deep cleaning is like a visit to the dentist for a proper scale and polish.
| Your Situation | Recommended Service |
|---|---|
| Your home is maintained and cleaned regularly | Standard cleaning (recurring) |
| First professional clean of your home | Deep clean — always |
| Haven't been professionally cleaned in 2+ months | Deep clean first, then recurring standard |
| Preparing for guests or a special event | Deep clean |
| Spring cleaning | Deep clean |
| Moving in to a new property | Deep clean |
| Moving out and need deposit back | Move-in/move-out clean (specialised) |
| Allergies or sensitive household members | Deep clean first, then weekly standard |
We always recommend starting with a deep clean on your first booking — even if your home looks clean. Once we've done the reset, your ongoing standard cleans will be faster, more thorough, and better value. Most GTA clients move to bi-weekly standard cleaning after their first deep clean.
Prices vary by property size. Here's what you can expect from Assured Hands:
| Property Size | Standard Clean | Deep Clean |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / Condo (up to 600 sq ft) | $110 | $175 |
| 2 Bedroom (600–1,000 sq ft) | $145 | $250 |
| 3 Bedroom (1,000–1,600 sq ft) | $175 | $330 |
| 4 Bedroom (1,600–2,200 sq ft) | $215 | $415 |
| 5+ Bed / Large Home | $280 | $530 |
All prices include eco-friendly non-toxic products and are in CAD. Recurring standard cleans receive 15–20% frequency discounts automatically.
A standard maintenance clean of a 2-bedroom condo in Toronto typically takes 2–2.5 hours with a professional team. A deep clean of the same property takes 3–4 hours because of the additional detail work involved.
This is why deep cleaning costs more — it's not just the extra scope, it's the additional time and labour required to do it properly.
Yes — Assured Hands offers add-ons you can include with any booking: inside fridge ($35), inside oven ($35), and laundry room ($45). If you only need a few deep-clean areas addressed, this is a cost-effective middle ground.
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