Before building works start, it’s important that all dust and debris is cleared. This is often done by the builders themselves with their labourers, but many choose to hire a professional cleaning service to get the job done properly.

A professional after builders cleaner has the skills and equipment to clean everything, including those hard-to-reach areas that you wouldn’t usually think of. They also follow the rules and regulations for proper disposal of waste.

Initial/Rough Clean

A rough builder cleaning service is the first stage of post-construction cleaning. During this stage, contractors and cleaners pick up construction debris and large trash, vacuum and sweep surfaces. They also remove any stickers from appliances, windows and doors. This is important to prevent contamination of the cleaned spaces in future.

Cleaners typically start at the highest points of the building, such as light fixtures and window sills. This is because dust falls down and accumulates there.

Professional cleaners usually use special cleaning chemicals to make sure this area is free of dust and dirt before moving on to other areas.

This step involves removing any hazardous waste from the construction site, such as paints and varnishes; adhesives and their containers; treated wood; products with mercury; and asbestos-based construction materials. This waste needs to be disposed of properly, as per state or country regulations. Once this is done, the building is ready for its final clean.

Fine-Detailed Clean

Handing over a new home, office or fit-out to a client is a big deal for any building company. It’s not a good look for you or them to turn up to hand over a property that still looks like a construction site!

It can be quite a difficult job to clean up a construction site – especially when there is dust stuck in all the corners, paint splashes and huge amounts of rubbish that needs disposed of. Fortunately, cleaning services are available to tackle these issues and leave the place looking great!

Builder cleaning  (or Entry, Move-in or After-build cleaning) is a thorough clean that transforms the building from a construction site to a finished product. This type of clean usually involves the kitchen, bathrooms, laundries and bedrooms along with the joinery, floors and walls. The cleaners will also wipe down switch plates, smoke alarms, skirting boards and doors before painting. It’s recommended that a builders clean is done the day before the defect period starts.

Disposal of Builders Waste

Construction or renovation work can leave behind a lot of waste material. Whether it is gyprock dust, drywall scraps or paint spillages, it’s important that these are disposed of properly to avoid contamination and environmental damage.

Professional after builders cleaners are well-versed with the various rules and regulations set by authorities when discarding such materials.

As part of a builder final cleaning, they will make sure all waste is removed from the property and that it is ready for occupation once complete. This includes sweeping and vacuuming all floors, wiping down kitchen and bathroom surfaces, scrubbing and cleaning sinks, baths and showers and removing any stains on tiles. Likewise, all windows are cleaned inside and out (including reflection panels), window frames, sills and tracks are dusted, polished and vacuumed. In addition, any splattered render or paint marks are removed. This is to ensure that the final product is presentable for client inspection and handover. It also helps to prevent any issues with clients requesting their deposit back due to cleaning charges.

Final Clean

After the last nail has been hammered into place, the paint has dried and building inspectors have completed their inspections, it’s time for the final builders clean. This is the cleaning stage that makes the property presentable to the client.

Professional cleaners know what to look out for and will do everything possible to ensure the property is spotless when they finish. This includes removing dust, dirt and any other debris left over from the building process, including in awkward places like behind shelving units or furniture.

A premium builder’s clean also includes a pre-silicone clean of the wet areas and kitchen to minimise the risk of contaminating the silicone that will be applied in the defect period. This is a great way to ensure the property looks immaculate when handed over. Although this is often an additional cost, it is one of the most effective ways to ensure a home or commercial space is ready for handover.