General Living Areas and Bedrooms

The biggest enemy in these rooms is drywall dust, which can circulate through the air and settle on vertical surfaces. Follow these steps to ensure a sanitized, dust free space.

Walls and Ceilings:

Dry dust walls and ceilings to remove settled particulate matter. Spot clean accidental scuffs or smudge marks left by tradespeople.

Vents and Returns:

Remove vent covers to vacuum the immediate ductwork opening. Wash the covers in warm, soapy water to remove heavy dust buildup before replacing them.

Doors and Hardware:

Wipe down doors (including the top edge where dust collects) and polish door handles and hinges.

Trim and Baseboards:

Vacuum and damp wipe all baseboards, door frames, and window casings. Inspect for & gently remove any paint chatter or overspray.

Electrical Fixtures:

Dust and wipe down ceiling fans, light fixtures, and chandeliers. Carefully clean light switches and outlet covers, removing any paint specks.



Closets:

Wipe down closet shelves and rods. Vacuum the corners, trim and all surfaces of the closets thoroughly.

Kitchen Renovation Cleaning

For the safety of the residents, the kitchen requires the most detailed work, as sawdust often finds its way into sealed spaces.

Cabinets and Drawers:

Vacuum and wipe the interior and exterior of all cabinets and drawers. Pay special attention to the drawer tracks and hinges where sawdust accumulates.

Appliances:

Remove protective plastic films, tape, and packaging materials from new appliances. Clean the inside of the microwave, oven, and fridge if they were exposed during the renovation. Polish stainless steel surfaces.

Sink and Hardware: 

Scrub the sink to remove debris and polish the faucet. Ensure the aerator is free of grit. Wipe and sanitize all surrounding hardware and fixtures for a spotless finish.

Countertops & Backsplashes:

Clean and sanitize all surfaces. Check for silicone residue or grout haze on backsplashes and gently buff it away.



Hidden Area Cleaning:

 Safely relocate appliances and movable kitchen items as needed to thoroughly clean dust and debris from floors, walls, and adjacent surfaces. Ensure all items are handled with care to prevent damage to finishes or flooring.

Kickplates:

Wipe down the toe kicks under the cabinets, as this is a common hiding spot for construction debris.

Bathroom Deep Cleaning

Bathrooms often suffer from tile grout haze and plumbing dust during a renovation. This are must be thoroughly cleaned to ensure clean airflow and sanitized surfaces.

Tiling:

Scrub wall, floor and shower tiles to remove grout haze (that cloudy film left behind after tiling). This often requires specialized acidic cleaners or heavy buffering.

Fixtures:

Clean and sanitize toilets, bathtubs, and showers. Remove stickers from new toilets or sinks.



Tubs & Showers:

Deep clean bathtubs and shower enclosures, removing construction debris, grout haze, and residue from all surfaces, including walls, floors, fixtures, and drains, while using products safe for the finished materials.

Mirrors and Glass:

Clean mirrors and glass shower doors with a streak-free solution. Carefully scrape off any paint splatter or silicone residue using a razor blade if safe for the surface.

Vanities:

Clean inside the vanity cabinet and drawers, focusing on the plumbing cutouts where dust enters.

Toilets:

Thoroughly clean and sanitize the toilet bowl, seat, lid, tank exterior, base, and surrounding floor area, ensuring all construction dust, adhesive residue, and labels are fully removed.

Windows and Glass

Construction grime on windows can bake on if left in the sun, making it difficult to remove later.

Tracks and Sills:

Vacuum debris from window tracks and wipe down the sills.

Frames & Hardware: 

Wipe down the window frames, locks and hardware.

Glass Panes:

Clean the interior glass to remove smudges, fingerprints, and dust.

Sticker Removal:

Carefully peel off manufacturer stickers and remove residue from the glass.

Floors

Floors should always be the final step to avoid tracking dust back over cleaned areas.

Hardwood and Laminate: 

Vacuum thoroughly using a soft-bristle attachment to prevent scratching. Damp mop with a neutral pH cleaner suitable for the specific wood finish.

Tile and Stone: 

Vacuum and mop. Ensure corners & edges are scrubbed where dust settles against the baseboards. Remove any grout haze or construction residue using cleaners appropriate for the specific tile or stone type.

Baseboards & Transitions:

Wipe and detail-clean baseboards, floor edges, and transition strips to remove settled dust, debris, and adhesive residue often left after construction.

Carpet: 

Vacuum slowly and in multiple directions. Construction dust is heavy and sinks to the backing of the carpet; a single pass is rarely enough. Spot-treat any stains or adhesive residue and inspect for remaining dust patterns.