Floors & Hard Surfaces
- Ceramic, porcelain & stone tile floors
- Grout-line agitation & hot-water extraction
- Embedded dirt & traffic-lane buildup
- Haze-free, residue-free finish
Tile, Stone & Grout · Deep Clean + Optional Seal
Tile & Grout Cleaning Service
★ 4.6 across 82 Google reviews(805) 380-5586
$0.50–$3.00 per sq ft · kitchens $100–$200 · whole home $350–$600. Sealing quoted separately.
Floors, showers and backsplashes; natural-stone-safe products; optional seal after cleaning. Referred across all eight Maid VIP hubs, Thousand Oaks to Beverly Hills.
Vetted & Background-CheckedEvery Professional
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Flat QuoteBefore the Visit
24-Hour Re-CleanIn Writing
The Scope
Tile and grout cleaning service in Los Angeles & Ventura County:What’s included
Mopping cleans the tile face but pushes dirty water into the grout. A proper tile and grout clean treats the lines themselves — the part that actually holds the discoloration.
Showers & Backsplashes
- Soap-scum & hard-water mineral removal
- Mildew & discoloration treatment
- Shower walls, pans & niches
- Kitchen & bathroom backsplashes
Optional Grout Sealing
- Penetrating sealer to resist stains
- Color-seal to restore an even tone
- Recommended after a deep clean
- Clean-only is always fine, too
Natural Stone & Specialty Tile
- Travertine, marble & slate tile
- pH-neutral, non-acidic cleaning
- Honed & polished finish care
- Saltillo, terracotta & cement
The Difference
Professional tile cleaning service vs. mopping
| What you get | Maid VIPVetted referral | Mop & Bucket Surface Only |
|---|---|---|
| Grout lines | Agitated & hot-water extracted | Dirty water pushed in |
| Soap scum & hard water | Dissolved & rinsed away | Smeared around |
| Mildew & discoloration | Treated at the source | Spreads & returns |
| Natural-stone safety | pH-matched, no etching | Acidic cleaners risk etching |
| Grout sealing | Optional seal or color-seal | Not an option |
| Finished result | Even, restored, residue-free | Streaky surface film |
Detail
Grout sealing:The optional add-on that protects the clean
The Finishing Step
Grout is porous, so it re-absorbs spills and grime the moment it’s clean again. After the deep clean, you can add a penetrating sealer to repel water and staining, or a color-seal that also restores a uniform grout color where it’s discolored unevenly. Sealing is genuinely optional — many clients book the clean on its own and add sealing later. One thing the referred pros don’t do: regrouting or tile replacement. This service cleans and seals the grout you have; it isn’t installation.
Detail
Slate, travertine and natural stone floor cleaning
Material-Aware
Marble, travertine, and limestone are acid-sensitive — the wrong cleaner etches them permanently. The referred professionals identify the material first and use stone-safe products and sealers accordingly. If you want to go deeper, our guides on how to clean grout, grout sealing, and cleaning natural-stone tile cover the how and why. Tile and grout is also a natural companion to a deep clean, where it’s most often added.
Who It's For
When to book tile and grout cleaning
Grout Has Gone Dingy
When the lines look gray or dark no matter how often you mop.
Showers & Soap Scum
Tile and grout hazed with scum, hard water, or creeping mildew.
Before Sealing
Seal fresh grout, or restore and protect lines that have aged.
Move-In, Move-Out or Listing
Reset tile to a like-new baseline before the photos or the keys.
Why Maid VIP
Four-stage vetting, re-checked.
Maid VIP is a California domestic referral agency. Every independent professional is interviewed, reference-checked and background-screened, with general-liability insurance verified before and after the first visit. Work is done against an itemized checklist and backed by a written 24-hour re-clean. NDAs are available on request. Full methodology.
01
Vet
In-person interviews, references & background screening.
02
Match
Paired to your tile, stone & grout condition.
03
Detail
Deep-clean the grout lines, then seal if you choose.
04
Stand Behind
Insured, bonded referrals & a satisfaction re-clean.
Local Proof
What clients say.
★★★★★
Maid VIP matched us with the same vetted professional every visit, and the consistency across our whole home has been outstanding. The booking and quote process couldn’t have been easier.
— Danielle R.
★★★★★
What sets them apart is the vetting — every professional they referred was background-checked, insured, and genuinely skilled. It feels like a true concierge service, not a directory.
— Marcus T.
★★★★★
Maid VIP is a very professional company who does an excellent thorough job. They work extremely hard and do not cut any corners and pay close attention to all the details.
— Chrissy S.
Request a Quote
Tell us about your tile & grout
Answer a few quick questions and we’ll prepare a custom quote for your home — no obligation, and no price until we’ve reviewed your details. We’ll reach out with your proposal shortly.
Call
(805) 380-5586
Replies
Typically within 1 business hour
Terms & scope
Tile & grout terms, defined.
| Term | What it means at Maid VIP |
|---|---|
| Grout lines | The cement between tiles; porous, so it darkens first. Cleaning restores color; sealing keeps it. How to clean grout. |
| Grout sealing / grout sealer | Applied after cleaning, quoted separately. Penetrating seal keeps the grout's color; color seal changes it: penetrating vs. color seal. |
| Floor tile, shower tile, shower grout | Floors are priced by area; showers and backsplashes are priced as their own zones. Kitchens $100–$200; whole home $350–$600. |
| Stone cleaning | Marble, travertine, limestone and slate need pH-neutral products and no acids: natural stone tile care. |
| Tile repair | Cracked or loose tile is a tile setter's job, not a cleaning service. |
| Carpet and rug cleaning | Separate service: carpet cleaning. |
| Patio, pavers and pool deck tile | Outdoor tile, pavers and pool decks pressure- and detail-cleaned of oak litter and pollen; quoted flat before the visit. Other pressure washing is not a Maid VIP service. |
| Price | $0.50–$3.00 per sq ft depending on grout condition and tile type. Flat quote before the visit. Tile & grout cost guide. |
Coastal homes: marine moisture and grout.
Common Questions
Tile & grout cleaning FAQ
How much does tile and grout cleaning cost?
Tile and grout cleaning is quote-based: price depends on the areas you want done, the condition of the grout, and whether you add sealing or color-sealing. You receive a fixed quote — price and estimated time — before anything is scheduled. For real 2026 ranges by home size and condition, see our tile & grout cleaning cost guide.
Do you seal grout after cleaning?
Yes — sealing is an optional add-on. Once the grout is deep-cleaned, a penetrating sealer (or a color-seal) can be applied to help the lines resist staining and stay uniform. It’s the natural finishing step after a deep clean, but you can also book cleaning on its own.
What’s the difference between sealing and color-sealing?
A penetrating sealer soaks into the grout to repel water and stains while keeping the existing color. Color-sealing applies a tinted, protective coating that both seals and restores a clean, even grout color — useful when grout has discolored unevenly over time.
Do you regrout or replace grout?
No. The referred professionals clean and seal existing grout; they don’t regrout, replace tile, or perform installation. If your grout is cracked or missing, that’s a separate trade outside this service.
Can you clean natural stone like marble or travertine?
Yes, with stone-safe chemistry. Natural stone is acid-sensitive, so the professionals use pH-appropriate products rather than the acidic cleaners that can etch marble, travertine, and limestone.
Can tile and grout cleaning be added to a regular or deep clean?
Yes. It’s commonly added to a deep clean, and it can also be booked as a standalone visit. Tell us what you need when you request a quote and we’ll scope it either way.
Pairs Well With
Related services.
Other cleaning the professionals Maid VIP refers often handle for the same homes.
Where We Refer
Our service areas.
Matched to vetted professionals across every hub we serve.
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