The contractors are gone, but the dust isn’t. Post-construction cleaning is what turns a finished renovation into a home you can actually enjoy. Here’s what it involves and how to plan for it.
Why construction dust is different
Drywall and sanding dust is extremely fine. It drifts into vents, settles on every ledge and re-coats surfaces for days if it isn’t removed properly. That’s why post-construction cleaning relies on HEPA vacuums and several detail passes rather than a single wipe-down.
What a post-construction clean includes
- Fine dust removal from walls, trim, ledges, doors and vents
- Windows, frames and tracks cleaned of debris
- Paint flecks, caulk, adhesive and sticker residue removed
- Cabinets, drawers and fixtures cleaned inside and out
- HEPA vacuuming of all surfaces and floors
- A final wipe-down and polish before move-in
When to schedule it
Book the final clean once every trade has finished — including touch-up painting — and before furniture moves back in. On larger projects, a rough clean between phases keeps dust from spreading and makes the final clean faster.
How long does it take?
A single-room remodel may take a few hours; a whole-home renovation or new build can take a full day or more with a larger team. Every project is quoted individually after a walkthrough.
Post-construction cleaning near you
Mirabella provides post-construction cleaning for homeowners, builders and designers in Beachwood, Solon, Hudson, Aurora, Twinsburg, Westlake, Strongsville and across Greater Cleveland. Request a free walkthrough and we’ll scope the project and send a written quote within 24 hours.
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We serve homes within 35 miles of Beachwood, Ohio. Book a 20-minute walkthrough or call (216) 301-7236.