A simple schedule
| Your yard | You (between visits) | Professional cleaning |
|---|---|---|
| No pets, light use | Blow off debris weekly, rinse monthly | 1–2 times a year |
| Kids, regular use | Debris weekly, rinse every couple of weeks | 2–4 times a year |
| One dog | Pick up daily, rinse pet area weekly (more in summer) | Every 2–3 months |
| Two or more dogs | Pick up daily, rinse pet area several times a week | Monthly |
| Vacation rental | Check between guests | Around guest turnovers, plus a seasonal deep clean |
Desert timing that matters
- Late spring (April–May). Clean before the summer heat arrives. Removing built-up residue now means less odor when temperatures climb.
- After windy days. Strong wind pushes sand and dust into the infill. A brushing and rinse afterward keeps it from packing down.
- Late summer and early fall. Monsoon storms can bring blowing dust and debris. Early fall is also when seasonal residents return, which makes it a good time for a full deep clean and infill check.
- Before hosting. Holidays, parties or festival-season rentals are worth a sanitizing visit.
Signs you shouldn't wait
- Odor you notice from the patio
- Flat, matted areas that don't bounce back
- Visible dust or a gray film on the fibers
- Weeds along the edges and seams
If any of these sound familiar, a deep clean is the reset. A maintenance plan keeps it there.