GleamWe counted. Then we cleaned them.
Roncesvalles Victorian
3-bed Victorian detached · Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto ON
surfaces missed
by standard clean
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Countertops & sink basin | ✓ | ✓ |
Stovetop surface | ✓ | ✓ |
Oven hood underside grease accumulates in 3–4 weeks | ✕ | ✓ |
Inside microwave | ✓ | ✓ |
Refrigerator door seals mold risk after 60 days | ✕ | ✓ |
Cabinet door fronts | ✓ | ✓ |
Behind refrigerator coils dust fire hazard | ✕ | ✓ |
Backsplash grout lines standard mops spread bacteria here | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Toilet bowl & seat | ✓ | ✓ |
Sink & faucet handles | ✓ | ✓ |
Tile grout lines 18× more bacteria per cm² than floor | ✕ | ✓ |
Exhaust fan grate allergen accumulation point | ✕ | ✓ |
Shower door tracks | ✕ | ✓ |
Mirror & cabinet fronts | ✓ | ✓ |
Baseboard grooves | ✕ | ✓ |
Grout lines hold 18× more bacteria per cm² than the tile surface beside them.
The porous texture of unsealed grout creates ideal conditions for Staphylococcus and E. coli to colonize between cleanings. Standard mops spread contaminants laterally rather than removing them. Gleam uses targeted grout brushes with hospital-grade quaternary ammonium disinfectants, applied dwell-time minimum 3 minutes per surface.
more bacteria in grout vs. adjacent tile
Yorkville Condo
1-bed + den high-rise condo · Bay St, Toronto ON
surfaces missed
by standard clean
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Hardwood floors | ✓ | ✓ |
Light switch plates 400× more bacteria than a toilet seat | ✕ | ✓ |
Door frame tops missed in 94% of standard cleans | ✕ | ✓ |
Baseboards full length | ✕ | ✓ |
Window sill tracks | ✕ | ✓ |
Blinds / slat surfaces | ✕ | ✓ |
Sofa cushion undersides | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Floors & visible surfaces | ✓ | ✓ |
Under bed frame | ✕ | ✓ |
Wardrobe interior shelves | ✕ | ✓ |
Headboard crevices dust mite accumulation | ✕ | ✓ |
Air vent covers | ✕ | ✓ |
Mattress surface (sanitize) | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Stovetop & counters | ✓ | ✓ |
Dishwasher door seal mold in rubber gasket | ✕ | ✓ |
Sink drain surround | ✕ | ✓ |
Cabinet interior corners | ✕ | ✓ |
Light switches are handled 30–60 times daily. They're cleaned in fewer than 12% of standard residential cleans.
Studies from the University of Arizona found light switch plates carry fecal coliforms in 23% of tested homes — a direct result of hand-to-switch contact after bathroom use. Gleam treats every high-touch point (switches, handles, remotes, appliance controls) as a primary disinfection target, not an afterthought.
of homes have fecal coliforms on light switches
Scarborough Semi-detached
4-bed semi-detached · Kingston Rd, Scarborough ON
surfaces missed
by standard clean
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Floor & shoe rack area | ✓ | ✓ |
Door handle & keypad highest contact surface in home | ✕ | ✓ |
Coat closet rod & shelf | ✕ | ✓ |
Stair banister & spindles | ✕ | ✓ |
Light switch (entry) | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Counters & stove | ✓ | ✓ |
Oven interior walls | ✕ | ✓ |
Hood filter (remove & soak) fire hazard if ignored | ✕ | ✓ |
Dining chair legs & rungs | ✕ | ✓ |
Pantry shelf liners | ✕ | ✓ |
Garbage cabinet interior | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Toilet & sink | ✓ | ✓ |
Bathtub grout children at higher risk from mold | ✕ | ✓ |
Toy storage basket | ✕ | ✓ |
Floor drain cover | ✕ | ✓ |
Toothbrush holder base | ✕ | ✓ |
Bath mat underside mold risk after 2 weeks | ✕ | ✓ |
| Surface | Standard | Gleam |
|---|---|---|
Machine exterior | ✓ | ✓ |
Washer drum seal mold risk, often overlooked | ✕ | ✓ |
Dryer lint trap housing fire risk if not cleaned | ✕ | ✓ |
Utility sink basin | ✕ | ✓ |
Washer drum seals and refrigerator door gaskets are the two most consistently skipped surfaces in residential cleaning.
The rubber folds in washer seals trap residual moisture and detergent, creating chronic mold colonies within 3–6 weeks of first use. Refrigerator gaskets accumulate food debris at the fold points. Both require physical fold-separation and targeted anti-fungal treatment — a 4-minute step that eliminates a persistent contamination source.
for mold to establish in untreated washer seals
surfaces your
current service
probably skips
Oven hood undersides
grease accumulation zone
Baseboard grooves
dust & allergen trap
Grout lines
mold risk surface
Light switch plates
400× more bacteria than toilet seat
Behind refrigerator coils
hidden grease & debris
Door frame tops
missed in 94% of standard cleans
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