Here’s the truth: you can’t have a clean kitchen with dirty filters.

And in Colorado homes — where we deal with hard water, dry air, and mineral buildup — your kitchen filters need more attention than most people realize.

Let’s break down where the hidden gunk lives… and how to fix it fast.

🍽️ 1. Dishwasher Filter

Hard water = scale buildup. Grease + food = sludge. If your dishwasher smells gross or your dishes come out cloudy… your filter is likely clogged.

Solution: Pull out the filter, soak in hot vinegar water, scrub with a soft brush, and rinse every 2–4 weeks.

🧊 2. Refrigerator Drawer Seals & Air Filter

Crumbs, leaks, expired produce, and moldy moisture can get trapped in drawer tracks and air vents. Smells often come from old seals, not food!

Solution: Wipe rubber seals with baking soda + water monthly. Replace internal air filters every 6 months.

🪟 3. Over-the-Stove Vent Hood Filter

Cooking oil + steam creates sticky grime in the hood filter — and that grime gets recirculated into your kitchen air.

Solution: Remove metal mesh filters and soak in degreasing solution monthly. If it’s charcoal-based, replace it every 6 months.

💡 Local Bonus Tip:

Colorado’s hard water adds extra minerals that speed up scale buildup. If your dishes look dull or your fridge smells off — it might not be the food. It might be the filter.

Book an Appliance-Ready Kitchen Clean

We clean around, inside appliances — including fridge seals, drawer tracks, vent filters, and dishwasher doors.