Cleaning Guide

New Year in Oxford: A One-Week Deep Clean Plan

A full deep clean in one day is exhausting. Spread over a week, it is manageable.

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The short answer

Split it into one area a day: kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, entry and laundry, and floors. Declutter as you go, and finish the week with a full vacuum and mop.

Oxford, in New Haven County, stretches from Oxford Center and the Town Hall on Oxford Road (Route 67) to Quaker Farms and Riverside. After the holidays, homes across town have weeks of guests, cooking, and decorations behind them. The New Year is a natural reset point, but a whole-house deep clean in one day is a lot. A week works better.

The one-week plan

  1. Day 1, kitchen: refrigerator, cabinet fronts, appliances, and the sink.
  2. Day 2, bathrooms: tile, grout, glass, fixtures, and vanities.
  3. Day 3, bedrooms: wash bedding, dust, and vacuum under beds.
  4. Day 4, living areas: dust shelves, vacuum upholstery, wipe switches and remotes.
  5. Day 5, entry and laundry: mats, hooks, and the washer and dryer.
  6. Day 6, floors: vacuum and mop the whole house.

Declutter as you go

  • Keep a donation bag in each room you clean.
  • Toss expired food, medicine, and products.
  • Recycle holiday packaging and boxes.

For more, see our declutter before you clean guide.

Winter extras

Salt and slush keep coming through January. Give the entry extra attention, and dust vents and radiators, which work hard in winter. See our heating season guide.

Or do it in one visit

A professional deep clean covers the same ground in a single visit. Request your date early; January is popular.

House cleaning in Oxford

We serve homes throughout Oxford. Learn more on our house cleaning page for Oxford, CT, or read our Oxford basement guide.

New Year cleaning questions

How long does a deep clean take?

It depends on the size and condition of the home. Spread over a week, an hour or two a day is realistic for many households.

Should I declutter before deep cleaning?

Yes. Cleaning goes faster with clear surfaces and floors.

Can you do a New Year deep clean?

Yes. January is a popular time, so request your date early.

Is Oxford in Fairfield County?

No. Oxford is in New Haven County.