Are these included in a deep clean?

Inside the oven and interior windows usually are. Carpet and upholstery extraction use separate machines and are booked as add-ons.

How long do carpets take to dry?

Four to eight hours with good ventilation. Keep pets and shoes off until fully dry to avoid re-soiling.

Will a carpet clean remove every stain?

Most fresh stains lift completely. Dye, ink and old pet stains that have reached the underlay may only lighten.

Do I need to be home?

Not necessarily — many customers arrange key access. Your FleckUP pro will confirm access and parking before the visit.

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Oven, carpet, upholstery or windows?

The add-on cleans that a regular visit doesn't cover — what's involved, how long they take and London pricing.

Cleaning guide · 5 min read

Cleaning — Oven, carpet, upholstery or windows?

The short answer

Book an oven clean before an inspection or twice a year. Book carpet cleaning annually, or after spills and pets. Book upholstery cleaning for sofas that have absorbed odours. Book window cleaning quarterly, inside and out.

Cleaning options compared
Option	How often	Typical duration	Typical London price
Oven clean	Every 6–12 months	1.5–3 hrs	£60–£130
Carpet cleaning	Every 12 months	1–4 hrs	£40–£60 per room
Upholstery cleaning	Every 12–18 months	1–3 hrs	£50–£150
Window cleaning	Every 1–3 months	45 mins–2 hrs	£25–£80

Oven clean

Racks and panels dipped, cavity degreased and glass polished.

Pros

Removes baked-on carbon
Fixes smoke and smells
Key for tenancy checks

Cons

Oven unusable during the clean
Strong products in the kitchen
Range cookers cost more

Best for: Tenancy check-outs and ovens that smoke when preheating.

Carpet cleaning

Hot water extraction that lifts embedded dirt from the pile.

Pros

Removes deep-set grime
Lifts pet odours
Revives flattened pile

Cons

4–8 hours to dry
Rooms need clearing
Old stains may not fully lift

Best for: Homes with pets, children or light-coloured carpets.

Upholstery cleaning

Fabric-safe extraction for sofas, armchairs and mattresses.

Pros

Cheaper than replacing furniture
Removes allergens and odours
Mattresses included

Cons

Not for all fabrics
Drying time of several hours
Patch test needed on delicates

Best for: Sofas that smell of pets or look grey rather than dirty.

Window cleaning

Inside glass, frames and sills, plus accessible exterior panes.

Pros

Instantly brighter rooms
Quick and low-disruption
Great before viewings or photos

Cons

Upper floors need specialist access
Weather affects results
Sills often charged separately

Best for: Flats before viewings and homes after building work.

Common questions

Are these included in a deep clean?: Inside the oven and interior windows usually are. Carpet and upholstery extraction use separate machines and are booked as add-ons.
How long do carpets take to dry?: Four to eight hours with good ventilation. Keep pets and shoes off until fully dry to avoid re-soiling.
Will a carpet clean remove every stain?: Most fresh stains lift completely. Dye, ink and old pet stains that have reached the underlay may only lighten.
Do I need to be home?: Not necessarily — many customers arrange key access. Your FleckUP pro will confirm access and parking before the visit.

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