by Andrey Zhilin, Cleaning Expert at Sharky Florida
Every year around mid-November, my phone starts ringing nonstop.
Everyone suddenly realizes the holidays are coming — and they all want their home cleaned, refreshed, and guest-ready right now.
The truth is, the best time to book your deep cleaning in Florida isn’t November or December — it’s October.
Here’s why timing matters more than most people think.
1. Florida’s Weather Works in Your Favor
October marks the end of Florida’s humid season.
The air turns dry, the temperatures cool, and everything you clean finally stays clean.
No sticky residue, no slow drying, no mold creeping back after a week.
It’s the perfect window for a deep reset before the busy months ahead.
2. You Avoid the Holiday Rush
Cleaning companies in Florida get booked solid by mid-November.
By scheduling in October, you get:
- Better availability and flexible times.
- More thorough service (without the holiday rush).
- Time to enjoy a spotless home before guests arrive.
It’s like servicing your car before the road trip — not the night before you leave.
3. Your Home Needs a Post-Summer Recovery
Summer in Florida leaves a hidden mess: salt, moisture, sand, and fine dust that slowly builds up even indoors.
By October, your home has earned a reset.
A full cleaning now restores balance — it clears the air, removes salt film from windows, and protects surfaces before the dry air sets in.
4. You’ll Feel the Difference All Season
When clients book their deep cleaning in October, they always notice the same thing — the freshness lasts longer.
Why? Because humidity is low, meaning less residue, fewer odors, and slower dust buildup.
That means from October through the holidays, you spend less time tidying and more time enjoying your home.
5. It’s Not Just About Guests — It’s About You
Yes, clean homes impress visitors. But more importantly, they reset you.
After months of sticky air and summer clutter, a deep clean gives you breathing space — both literally and mentally.
October cleaning isn’t a chore. It’s a fresh start.
What I Recommend
If you’re in Florida, plan your full-home deep cleaning between October 1 and October 31.
That gives your home time to stabilize before the holiday season and ensures your surfaces, fabrics, and air feel brand-new again.
Because once November hits, everyone else remembers too — and good cleaning schedules disappear fast.
A Final Thought
Every home needs one real reset a year — and for Florida, October is it.
It’s when the weather helps you, not fights you.
So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to reclaim your home’s freshness — this is it.
Read also: DIY vs. Professional Cleaning in Florida: What’s Really Worth It?
