Splattered backsplash and grout
A backsplash that still looks speckled after wiping has grease set into it. Dwell time with the right cleaner and brushing the grout bring it back.
Serving 49 Chicago-area suburbs
Kitchen Deep Cleaning in Chicago & the Suburbs
Top-to-bottom kitchen deep cleaning in Chicagoland: degreased cabinets, hood and backsplash, appliances cleaned inside and behind.
- Serving the Chicago suburbs, from Naperville to Evanston
- A clear checklist of what gets cleaned
- Scheduled around your day
Kitchen cleaning problems we take care of in Chicagoland
We clean kitchens in Chicagoland the way you would if you had a full free day and the right supplies: degreasing the doors and hardware, scrubbing the grout, emptying out the oven and microwave grime, and moving appliances to reach the dust and crumbs behind them. Natural stone gets pH-neutral products, never vinegar.
Grimy floor and grout
Kitchen floors collect grease near the range and dirt along the cabinet toe kicks. We clean edges and corners by hand and scrub the grout joints.
Messy cabinet interiors and drawers
We clean inside the cabinets and drawers you empty for us, including the hinges and the under-sink base.
Getting a kitchen ready for a move
Before a closing or a new lease, a full kitchen deep clean leaves the cabinets, appliances and floors ready for the next people.
Refrigerator that smells or has spills
Inside the fridge, the drawers and the rubber door seal hold most of the mess. We clean them, along with the shelves and the outside handles.
Stained or dull sink and fixtures
Mineral crust around the faucet base and a dull sink basin come clean with the right product and some scrubbing.
Microwave and small appliance buildup
We steam and wipe the microwave interior and clean its underside and filter if it vents over the cooktop.
Stone counters dulled by the wrong cleaner
If your stone looks cloudy, harsh cleaners may be part of the cause. We clean it with stone-safe products and tell you if it looks like it needs resealing.
What the cleaning covers
- Walk-through and prioritiesA short walk-through confirms surfaces, problem spots and any extras like inside cabinets.
- High areas firstWe start up high so dust and drips fall onto areas that have not been cleaned yet.
- Hood and filtersWe soak the filters and clean the hood body while they dry.
- Inside the appliancesOven, racks, microwave and refrigerator interiors are cleaned, plus the dishwasher filter and door edges.
- Behind and under appliancesRange and refrigerator are rolled out so we can clean the floor, the side walls and the gaps.
- Counters, sink and fixturesStone gets pH-neutral cleaner, the sink is scrubbed and the faucet and drain area are cleaned.
- Floors, baseboards and toe kicksWe finish with the floor, working the corners and the grout by hand.
Methods we use
Low-odor and fragrance-free optionsIf someone in the house is sensitive to smells, ask us for low-odor and fragrance-free products.
pH-neutral stone cleanersUsed on granite, marble, quartzite and other stone, which acids can etch and harsh products can dull.
Steam for grout and appliancesSteam loosens grease in grout joints, oven corners and around burners with less chemical use.
Non-scratch pads and microfiberMicrofiber picks up dirt instead of pushing it around and leaves fewer streaks on stainless.
Finish-safe degreasersWe use degreasers matched to each finish, so the grease comes off and the finish stays put.
Kitchen Deep Cleaning across Chicagoland
The same job looks different in a 1920s bungalow, a 1970s split-level and a new subdivision. Here is what we plan for in different parts of the region.
Prewar towns
Older kitchens with original details
Vintage tile, painted trim and old hardware can be cleaned without stripping them. We use mild products and soft tools on original surfaces.
Condo and townhome towns
Small condo kitchen with heavy use
Compact condo kitchens in Palatine and Oak Park pack a lot of cooking into a small space, so grease builds up fast on the hood and nearby cabinets. We work around the tight layout and building rules.
Palatine, Oak Park, Itasca, Carol Stream, Lombard, Glendale Heights
Kitchen Deep Cleaning: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Hoffman Estates
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Hoffman Estates. The kitchen as it was: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and white appliances. What bothered the owners most: cabinets with a grease film no cleaner could cut. Finished kitchen: the same kitchen deep cleaned: degreased cabinet fronts, a clean range top and hood, and appliances cleaned inside and behind. On site this meant hood and filters, inside the appliances, plus floors, baseboards and toe kicks.
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Before
AfterHighland Park kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen deep cleaning
The site: a 1980s two-story in Highland Park. Before: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and almond appliances. The reason for the call: greasy wood cabinet doors that stayed sticky. After: the same kitchen deep cleaned: degreased cabinet fronts, a clean range top and hood, and appliances cleaned inside and behind. On site this meant high areas first, inside the appliances, plus counters, sink and fixtures.
Kitchen Deep Cleaning in Highland Park →
Before
AfterLisle kitchen, suburban townhome: kitchen deep cleaning
The site: a suburban townhome near The Meadows. Before: oak flat-panel cabinets and white appliances. What bothered the owners most: cabinets with a grease film no cleaner could cut. Finished kitchen: the same kitchen deep cleaned: degreased cabinet fronts, a clean range top and hood, and appliances cleaned inside and behind. On site this meant hood and filters, inside the appliances, plus floors, baseboards and toe kicks.
Kitchen Deep Cleaning in Lisle →How the visit goes
- Tell us about the kitchenSend a few photos and let us know which areas bother you most and what extras you want.
- Get a written estimateWe confirm the scope and give you an itemized estimate before booking the visit.
- Deep cleanWe clean from the ceiling down to the floor, usually in a single day.
- Walk-throughWe check the work together and leave tips for keeping it up.
Cleaning questions
What does a kitchen deep clean include?
Degreasing cabinet fronts, the backsplash and the hood, cleaning the counters, sink and floor, and cleaning inside the oven, microwave and fridge. We also move the range and refrigerator to clean behind them.
Do you clean inside the oven and fridge?
Yes, both are part of our deep clean, along with the microwave and the dishwasher filter.
What is the difference between regular and deep cleaning?
A deep clean is the reset that makes routine cleaning easy again.
Do you move the refrigerator and stove?
We do, as long as they can move safely. If a gas line or water line looks too short or fragile, we point it out instead of forcing it.
Do I need to be home during the cleaning?
You can stay or step out. We like to confirm the scope with you at the start.
Which towns do you serve?
Chicago and 49 suburbs, from Naperville and Aurora to Evanston, Schaumburg and Orland Park. Pick your town below for local details and ZIP codes.
Kitchen Deep Cleaning near you
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