Post-Construction Move-In Cleaning
When your renovation or new build wraps up and the contractor has cleared out the construction debris, the last thing you need is fine dust settling onto new finishes and tenant complaints about air quality. Our post-construction cleaning picks up at that point: a light clean followed by a final detail that leaves every surface, vent cover, and fixture ready for move-in. We handle the janitorial side only — bulk debris, demolition material, and construction waste removal stay with your general contractor. We've handled final cleaning for office build-outs, residential renovations, and commercial projects across Manhattan.
Serving Manhattan, with this service also available in Brooklyn and Queens. View our service areas.
“Even after the debris is hauled out, fine construction dust settles everywhere — on fixtures, ledges, vent covers, and floors. A rushed final clean leads to tenant complaints on day one. Our detailed final cleaning ensures your space is truly ready for occupancy, not just surface-clean.”
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The Post-Construction Cleaning Process
Our work begins after your general contractor has removed all construction debris and demolition material from the site — debris hauling and waste removal are their responsibility, not ours. From there we run a structured final cleaning in two phases. First, a light clean: detailed surface wiping, HEPA vacuuming of all surfaces including walls and ceilings, and initial floor preparation. Then the final detail — interior glass cleaning, fixture polishing, final floor treatment, and a punch-list walkthrough with the project manager. The result is a space that is genuinely move-in ready, not just surface-clean.
Why Construction Dust Is More Than Ordinary Dust
Construction dust is not ordinary dust. It contains fine silica from concrete, gypsum from drywall, and wood particles that standard cleaning methods just redistribute. Our post-construction teams use HEPA-filtered vacuums rated for fine particulates and wet-wiping techniques that trap dust rather than spreading it. We also dust vent covers, registers, and grilles so surface construction particulates are not left to circulate once the system runs. If a site may contain lead or asbestos, that testing and abatement is handled by a licensed specialist before our cleaning begins.
Coordinating with General Contractors
We understand construction timelines and the pressure to reach Certificate of Occupancy. Our project managers coordinate directly with your GC to schedule each cleaning phase around finishing trades. We work nights and weekends to stay off the critical path. Our crews follow each site's safety orientation, PPE, and access rules. We provide detailed scoping and fixed pricing so there are no surprises at the end of the project.
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Post-Construction Move-In Cleaning FAQs
What is included in post-construction cleaning?
A two-phase final cleaning that begins after your contractor has removed all construction debris: a light clean (surface wiping and HEPA vacuuming of settled dust) followed by a final detail (interior glass, fixtures, floors, and punch-list items). We do not remove construction debris or haul material from the job site.
Can you work around our GC's schedule?
Yes. We coordinate each phase with your general contractor and can work nights and weekends to stay off the critical path toward occupancy.
Do you provide fixed pricing for these projects?
After a site walk we provide a scoped, fixed-price proposal for each phase so there are no surprises at the end of the project.
How do you price commercial cleaning in Manhattan?
Every quote starts with a free walkthrough. We price based on square footage, cleaning frequency, the scope of work, and any specialty tasks such as floor care, then give you a fixed monthly price in a written proposal — no hidden fees.
Do you clean after hours, overnight, or on weekends?
Yes. Most office and commercial cleaning is performed after business hours or overnight so tenants and staff are not disrupted. Early-morning, weekend, and holiday schedules are also available.
What does a free walkthrough include?
We visit your space, review square footage, floor types, restrooms, and traffic patterns, note any building rules or vendor requirements, and then send a written proposal with a clear scope, schedule, and fixed price.
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