"How often should I clean?" is one of the questions we get asked most, and the honest answer is: it depends on the room. Here's a realistic, room-by-room breakdown.
Kitchen — daily to weekly
Wipe counters and stovetops daily after cooking. Mop floors and clean the fridge exterior weekly. Deep clean appliance interiors (oven, fridge) every 1-3 months.
Bathrooms — weekly
Toilets, sinks, and showers should be cleaned at least once a week to prevent mold, soap scum, and limescale buildup, more often in busier households.
Bedrooms — weekly to bi-weekly
Change bedding weekly. Dust surfaces and vacuum floors weekly to bi-weekly, depending on foot traffic and whether you have pets.
Living/dining areas — weekly
These high-traffic areas need weekly vacuuming or mopping, with upholstery vacuumed at the same time. A full upholstery clean every few months keeps furniture looking new.
Whole home — every 3-4 months
Beyond routine cleaning, a full deep clean every 3-4 months catches everything routine cleaning misses — baseboards, window tracks, behind furniture, and appliance interiors.
If your home hasn't had one in a while, our signs you need a deep clean checklist can confirm it, and our 10 cleaning tips for Lagos homes post has more ideas for staying on top of things between visits.
Want a cleaning schedule built around your specific home? Get in touch and we'll help you set one up.