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title: "When to book deep cleaning before Christmas | Úklid 1-2-3"
description: "When to arrange pre-Christmas deep cleaning: timing, what to entrust to professionals and what to handle yourselves. November and December planning."
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Deep and seasonal cleaning

# When to book deep cleaning before Christmas: timing, preparation and what to leave to the professionals

Pre-Christmas deep cleaning should be booked in November. Find out which dates work best, what to leave to professionals, and what to handle yourselves.

Úklid 1-2-3 editorial team · Published 14 November 2026 · Last reviewed 14 November 2026 · 6 min read

## In short

- Deep cleaning before Christmas should be arranged as early as November, or no later than the beginning of December.
- A suitable date is approximately 7–12 days before Christmas Eve, so you have time for baking and decoration.
- Christmas Eve and both Christmas holidays are statutory holidays under Czech law, so do not plan cleaning on those days.
- It is worthwhile entrusting time-consuming work to professionals; handle sorting, wardrobes and decoration yourselves.
- Before the cleaning team arrives, clear surfaces, confirm the scope in writing and provide access to water and electricity.

Deep cleaning before Christmas should be arranged in November, or at the latest in the first week of December. Many households want to book around the same time shortly before Christmas, and Christmas Eve and both Christmas holidays are statutory holidays. As an ideal date, choose a day approximately 7–12 days before Christmas Eve: your flat will be clean and you will still have time for baking, shopping and decoration.

## Why Christmas cleaning slots fill up quickly

Most people want their homes cleaned within the same narrow window, that is, in the last two weeks before Christmas Eve. To this are added offices that want to clean before the company party or before staff leave on holiday, and flat owners before guests arrive.

In 2026, Christmas Eve falls on Thursday. According to the [Act on public holidays](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2000-245) , 24 December (Christmas Eve), 25 December (Christmas Day) and 26 December (Boxing Day) are public holidays and also statutory holidays. Working days for cleaning thus end in practice on Wednesday, 23 December.

An employer may, according to the [Labour Code Section 91](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2006-262) , only require work on a public holiday in defined circumstances, such as essential work or continuous operations. You should therefore expect that a slot on a holiday may not be available. This is general information, not legal advice; please verify the specific operating hours with the company directly.

## Which date to choose

The exact date you choose depends on what you want to do after cleaning. The following table will help as a guide:

| Cleaning date | Best for | Points to consider |
| --- | --- | --- |
| End of November to first week of December | You want the cleaning done by advent, you have a small flat or few visitors | You will need another routine cleaning before Christmas |
| Approximately 12–17 December | Most households: baking, decoration and tree follow the cleaning | These dates are in high demand; book well in advance |
| 18–23 December | You want the cleaning done just in time for Christmas | Few slots available, no contingency in case of illness or delays |

If you bake, it is more practical to have the deep cleaning done before baking and then arrange only a quick routine cleaning of the kitchen and floors just before Christmas. Flour and fat from baking are easily removed from freshly cleaned surfaces.

## What is worth leaving to the professionals

It makes sense to leave work to professionals that is physically demanding, time-consuming, or requires equipment you do not have at home. These typically include:

- cleaning windows, frames and sills including the exterior if the weather permits,
- degreasing kitchen units, splashbacks and cooker hoods,
- cleaning the oven, fridge and microwave inside,
- removing limescale in the bathroom and toilet, cleaning grout,
- dust in high places: tops of cupboards, light fittings, skirting boards, door frames,
- thorough vacuuming and mopping of floors including under and behind furniture,
- upholstery and carpet shampooing if required.

The exact scope varies between different offers. What is typically included in deep cleaning and how it differs from routine cleaning is described in the article [what is included in household deep cleaning](https://uklid123.cz/blog/co-zahrnuje-generalni-uklid-domacnosti) . Before booking, confirm the scope in writing, ideally as a room-by-room list.

When it comes to window cleaning in December, expect that windows may not be able to be cleaned from the outside in frost. How window cleaning works in winter is explained in the article [cleaning windows in winter](https://uklid123.cz/blog/myti-oken-v-zime-mraz) . If windows are important to you, choose an earlier date.

## What to handle yourselves

Some tasks the company cannot do well for you, as they require your decision-making or knowledge of your belongings. Leave these to yourselves and ideally do them before the cleaning:

- sorting items, wardrobes, drawers and toys (what to discard, donate or keep),
- tidying up documents, valuables and personal items,
- washing curtains and blinds if they are not included in the booking,
- removing old decorations and preparing space for the tree,
- decoration and baking after the cleaning.

If you want to manage the pre-Christmas cleaning entirely yourselves, [a four-week advent plan](https://uklid123.cz/blog/predvanocni-uklid) will help you break the work into shorter blocks.

## How to proceed when booking

- **Decide what needs to be cleaned.** Walk through your flat and make a note of the rooms and tasks that matter most to you (windows, kitchen, bathroom, appliances).
- **Select two or three possible dates.** If you have flexibility, it is easier to find an available date.
- **Provide the flat's dimensions and condition.** Floor area, number of windows, pets and the level of dirt all affect the duration and cost of cleaning.
- **Confirm the price and scope in advance.** The page [how much does deep cleaning cost](https://uklid123.cz/kolik-stoji-generalni-uklid) will give you an estimate; you will receive a specific quote after providing your details.
- **Arrange practical details.** Access to the building, parking, keys and whether you will be home during the cleaning.
- **Confirm the date in writing.** Check the date, time of arrival and agreed scope.

Household deep cleaning in Prague and surrounding areas is also offered by Úklid 1-2-3 as a service [deep cleaning](https://uklid123.cz/sluzby/generalni-uklid) , where you can arrange the scope in advance.

## Preparing your flat before the cleaning team arrives

The fewer items on surfaces, the more time there will be for actual cleaning. A few steps the day before are sufficient:

- Clear items from the kitchen unit, tables, window sills and floor.
- Empty the fridge or oven if they are to be cleaned inside.
- Store valuables, medicines and documents out of reach.
- Secure any pets in one room or away from the flat.
- Ensure access to water, electricity and space for waste.

The article [how to prepare for a cleaning company visit](https://uklid123.cz/blog/jak-se-pripravit-na-navstevu-uklidove-firmy) covers preparation in more detail.

## Cleaning product safety

Whether you are cleaning yourselves or only supplementing the company's work, the same basic rules apply. [The CDC recommends](https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/about/when-and-how-to-clean-and-disinfect-your-home.html) always reading and following the label instructions, wearing protective equipment such as gloves, ventilating during cleaning and never mixing different products.

- Never mix chlorine-based products with acidic cleaners (such as limescale or toilet cleaners) or with ammonia. According to the [CDC](https://www.cdc.gov/chemical-emergencies/chemical-fact-sheets/chlorine.html) , chlorine bleach can release toxic chlorine gas when mixed with certain other cleaning products.
- Always test a new product on a hidden spot first, especially on stone, wood and painted surfaces.
- For appliances (oven, induction hob, dishwasher), follow the manufacturer's instructions, especially for self-cleaning programmes.
- Store cleaning products out of reach of children and pets.

If you suspect poisoning, call the [Toxicology Information Centre](https://www.tis-cz.cz/) on 224 91 92 93 or 224 91 54 02; in the event of acute health risk, call emergency services on 155.

## Shopping and the final days before Christmas

If you are handling some tasks yourselves, buy cleaning products, vacuum bags and cloths in advance. According to the [Retail Trading Hours Act](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2016-223) , on 24 December from 12:00 onwards, selling is prohibited in shops larger than 200 m², and on 25 and 26 December these shops must be closed.

For the final days before Christmas Eve, leave only minor tasks: vacuuming, mopping the floors, taking out the rubbish and wiping the kitchen unit. A flat after deep cleaning is easy to maintain, and you can focus on your Christmas preparations.

## Frequently asked questions

### How far in advance should I book deep cleaning before Christmas?

It is advisable to contact the cleaning company in November, or no later than the first week of December. Many households and companies want the same time slots in the last two weeks before Christmas Eve, so it may be difficult to find a date that suits you later. If you have two or three possible dates as a backup, it is easier to arrange, and you will also have a contingency in case of illness or other changes to your plans.

### Can I book cleaning for Christmas Eve or the Christmas holidays?

Christmas Eve, 25 December and 26 December are statutory holidays under Act No. 245/2000 Coll., and the Labour Code permits work on public holidays only in defined circumstances. You should therefore expect that a slot on these days may not be available. If you need cleaning on a holiday, enquire with the cleaning company directly, but it is more reliable to plan your cleaning by 23 December at the latest.

### Should deep cleaning be done before or after baking?

It is more practical to have deep cleaning done before baking. On freshly cleaned and degreased surfaces, flour, sugar and fat from baking are easy to remove and only routine cleaning of the kitchen is needed afterwards. If you left deep cleaning until after baking, the appointment would have to be pushed to just before Christmas, when there are the fewest available slots and no time for contingencies.

### What should I prepare before the cleaning company arrives?

Clear the kitchen worktops, tables, window sills and floor so there is nothing to move around whilst cleaning. Empty the fridge or oven if they are to be cleaned inside, store valuables and documents safely, and secure any pets. Prepare access to water, electricity and waste disposal space. Also check in advance which tools and cleaning products the company will bring and what you need to provide.

### Can windows be cleaned in December?

Windows can be cleaned in December if there is no frost and water does not freeze on the glass. In freezing conditions, the exterior is usually problematic, so it is best to choose an earlier date or discuss in advance with the cleaning company what will happen if the weather prevents exterior window cleaning. The interior of windows, frames and sills can be cleaned in practically any weather.

## Sources

- [Zákon č. 245/2000 Sb., o státních svátcích, o ostatních svátcích, o významných dnech a o dnech pracovního klidu – Zákony pro lidi](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2000-245) (checked 14 November 2026)
- [Zákon č. 262/2006 Sb., zákoník práce, § 91 Dny pracovního klidu – Zákony pro lidi](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2006-262) (checked 14 November 2026)
- [Zákon č. 223/2016 Sb., o prodejní době v maloobchodě – Zákony pro lidi](https://www.zakonyprolidi.cz/cs/2016-223) (checked 14 November 2026)
- [When and How to Clean and Disinfect Your Home – CDC](https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/about/when-and-how-to-clean-and-disinfect-your-home.html) (checked 14 November 2026)
- [Chlorine – CDC Chemical Emergencies](https://www.cdc.gov/chemical-emergencies/chemical-fact-sheets/chlorine.html) (checked 14 November 2026)
- [Toxikologické informační středisko](https://www.tis-cz.cz/) (checked 14 November 2026)

Prepared by the Úklid 1-2-3 editorial team with the help of AI and verified against the sources listed. Manufacturers' instructions and regulations change: always follow the current wording of the source and the product label. This article is general information, not professional or legal advice. This article was translated from Czech with the help of AI. The sources are in the original language.

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