I'm a professional cleaner, and this 1 common kitchen cleaning mistake could cost you $100s – here's how to avoid a hefty bill

A white kitchen with pale beige tiles, a white island with marble countertop, and blue pendant lamps. To the right is a wooden dining table with white chairs. Large bright windows surround the walls.

In the hustle of everyday cleaning, it’s easy to wipe down countertops and call it a day. But as a cleaning expert, there’s one kitchen cleaning mistake I always see homeowners overlooking, and it can lead to costly fixes.

Skipping cleaning behind your kitchen appliances, whether it's your fridge, oven, or dishwasher, or other bulky items, can quietly cause damage to both your appliances and your home, invite pests inside, or become a hotspot for opportunistic mold.