Post Renovation Cleaning
Post renovation cleaning clears the dust, debris and residue left by a remodel, in the room that was rebuilt and in the rooms around it. Final Phase cleans kitchens, bathrooms, offices and whole-space renovations so the people who live or work there can use the space again.
| Property | Homes, offices, retail and common areas |
|---|---|
| Stakeholders | Owner, remodeler, property manager, tenants |
| Sign-off | Return to use of the renovated space |
| Special concern | Dust traveling into occupied rooms |
What post renovation cleaning covers
Renovation is messier than new construction in one important way: it happens inside a space people already use. A kitchen remodel sends dust through the whole house. An office update reaches the corridor, the reception desk and the suite next door.
Post renovation cleaning removes that dust and debris at its source and everywhere it traveled. It also covers the residue the remodel leaves behind: grout and mud splatter, paint drips, adhesive, tape and protective film on fixtures that were replaced.
Property managers and homeowners also call it remodel cleaning, because the job starts the moment the remodeler hands the space back. The remodeler's crew sweeps and hauls off the big debris. The cleaning crew takes over for everything that is left: the fine dust, the film, the smears and the footprints that come with it.
It is the same family of work as our full post construction cleaning service, adjusted for a smaller footprint, mixed finishes and an owner who often lives or works steps away from the job.
Why remodel dust travels, and how the clean follows it
Fine drywall and demolition dust stays airborne for a while, then settles on anything flat. It collects in vents, on door tops, in the grooves of window tracks and in the pile of nearby carpet. Taping plastic over a doorway slows it down but does not stop it.
Our crews start with the renovated room and then work outward until the dust stops showing up on a clean cloth. That might be the next room, the hallway or the whole floor, depending on how the work was contained.
- Work zone cleaned first, then adjacent rooms
- Vent covers, returns and ceiling fans wiped, not just floors
- Window tracks, sills and blinds checked for settled dust
- Barriers and floor protection removed last, to limit re-contamination
Tell us the square footage, the phase and your deadline. We send a clear written bid, usually after a quick walkthrough.
After renovation cleaning checklist
After renovation cleaning is organized around what was changed. These are the areas we go through on a typical job.
Renovated room
- New cabinets, counters and fixtures cleaned inside and out
- Tile surfaces, backsplash and shower walls wiped clear of mud and residue
- Floors cleaned for the new material, whether tile, plank or carpet
- Labels, film and protective wrap removed
Rooms around the work
- Dust removed from furniture-free surfaces and floor edges
- Door casings, handles and light switches wiped
- Hallway and stair floors cleaned along the debris path
- Entry and doorway thresholds cleared of grit
Glass and openings
- New or existing windows cleaned of paint, tape and plaster
- Sliding door tracks vacuumed and wiped
- Mirrors cleaned and polished
- Sills and ledges cleared
Air path
- Vent covers and returns wiped
- Ceiling fans and fixtures dusted
- Tops of cabinets, doors and frames cleaned
- Closet shelving and shelf tops in affected rooms cleaned
Remodeling cleaning by type of project
Remodeling cleaning varies with what was rebuilt. These are the most common scopes, and what each one adds.
| Project | Where the dust goes | What the clean adds |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | Open floor plans, living areas and bedrooms | Cabinet interiors, appliance film, countertop residue |
| Bathroom remodel | The hallway and nearby bedrooms | Tile surfaces, glass enclosures, fixtures and mirrors |
| Office update | Shared corridors, reception and neighboring suites | Glass partitions, millwork, carpet tile and break rooms |
| Whole-space renovation | Every room, plus stairs and entries | Full three-phase process with rough, final and touch-up |
Renovation cleaning from protection to sign-off
Renovation cleaning works in order so it does not undo itself. Each step prepares the next.
Scope the zones
We walk the renovated area and the rooms around it with the owner or the remodeler, and agree which surfaces are in scope.
Clean the work zone
Debris, scrap and heavy dust are cleared from the work area from the top down. Tools and equipment are left to the trades.
Follow the dust outward
Adjacent rooms are dusted and vacuumed, working away from the work zone.
Detail and walk
New finishes are detailed, and the owner or property manager walks the space with the checklist before we leave.
Reoccupying the space
The sign-off on a renovation is simple: the owner, tenant or staff can use the space again without cleaning it themselves. For a home, that is the first dinner in the new kitchen. For an office, it is Monday morning with everyone back at their desks.
Remodels involving a tenant's suite share ground with tenant improvement cleaning, and remodels of a new house before closing overlap with new construction cleaning. Property managers coordinating a unit refresh can see our approach on the property management page, and anything still dusty after the trades leave is addressed through construction dust and debris removal.
Duct cleaning, mold remediation and any hazardous material are outside our scope and stay with the client's specialty vendors. To plan a renovation clean, request a bid with photos or plans.
Service areas
Post Renovation Cleaning across the Las Vegas valley. Pick your city for local details.
Post Renovation Cleaning questions
What is post renovation cleaning?
Post renovation cleaning is the cleaning done after a remodel to remove dust, debris and residue from the renovated space and the rooms around it. It also removes protective film, labels, paint and adhesive from new finishes.
What does after renovation cleaning include for a kitchen?
After renovation cleaning in a kitchen includes cabinet interiors and exteriors, countertops, appliances, sinks, backsplash edges, floors, vents and the dust that traveled into nearby rooms.
How is renovation cleaning different from new construction cleaning?
Renovation cleaning happens in a space that is already in use, so the dust has traveled into other rooms. New construction is cleaned before first occupancy, in phases, while a renovation is often handled in a single visit.
Do you clean the whole house after a remodel?
We clean the renovated area and follow the dust outward through the rooms it reached. How far that goes depends on how well the work zone was contained, and we agree on the scope before starting.
Do you clean air ducts after a remodel?
No. We wipe vent covers, returns and diffusers, but duct cleaning is handled by the client's specialty vendor.
Can you clean an office renovation outside business hours?
Yes. We work seven days a week with hours that vary by job, so a renovated office can be cleaned in the evening or on a weekend and be ready when staff arrive.
Who removes the demolition debris from a remodel?
The remodeler or the hauler removes demolition debris and large waste. Final Phase cleans the dust, scrap and small debris left inside the space, so the two jobs hand off cleanly at the end of the build.
Should I schedule remodeling cleaning before or after the final inspection?
Schedule remodeling cleaning after the last trade finishes and before the final walkthrough with the owner. If the inspector asks for repairs, a short touch-up afterward removes the dust they create.