Post-Renovation Cleaning in Ontario: What to Expect
A renovation — whether a kitchen remodel, bathroom gut, basement finish, or full home addition — leaves behind construction dust, drywall debris, adhesive residue, paint overspray, and general construction material that goes far beyond what a standard cleaning addresses. Here's what to expect from a professional post-renovation clean.
The Dust Problem
Construction dust — primarily from drywall sanding and cutting — is ultra-fine and settles on every horizontal surface in the home, including surfaces that weren't near the renovation. HVAC systems circulate this dust throughout the home during active renovation. A proper post-reno clean must address every horizontal surface: shelves, tops of cabinets, inside cupboards, light fixtures, and floors throughout.
What Post-Renovation Cleaning Includes
- Thorough dust removal from all surfaces: Microfibre dusting of all horizontal surfaces, walls, and fixtures throughout the home
- Floor cleaning: Vacuum followed by wet mopping; debris removal from corners and thresholds
- Residue removal: Paint overspray on floors, adhesive residue, silicone caulk drips — addressed with appropriate products
- Window interior cleaning: Windows accumulate construction dust from inside; a post-reno clean should include interior window wipe-down
- Vent cover cleaning: HVAC vent covers accumulate massive dust — remove and clean each cover
Scheduling
Book your post-renovation clean for after all work — including touch-ups, caulking, and final paint coats — is complete. Cleaning between trades wastes money; one thorough clean after everything is done is the efficient approach.