Post-Construction Cleaning

Drywall dust, paint splatter, sticker residue — gone.

A finished renovation isn't actually finished until the construction dust is gone. Drywall dust gets into everything — vents, behind cabinets, on top of doorframes, in window tracks, and in places you won't notice until weeks later when you find it on a high shelf. Jemstone's post-construction clean is built specifically for this — we know where the dust hides, what products are safe on new finishes, and how to avoid scratching freshly painted walls or unsealed flooring.

What's Included

What we actually do.

Every visit includes

  • All construction debris collected and removed (small items)
  • Drywall dust removed from every surface — top to bottom
  • All vents and air registers cleaned (drywall dust gets sucked into HVAC fast)
  • Window tracks, sills, and frames cleaned
  • Sticker and tape residue removed from windows, fixtures, appliances
  • Paint splatter removed from floors, fixtures, and trim
  • Light fixtures wiped (carefully — many are unsealed brass or finish-sensitive)
  • Cabinets — inside and out, including new construction "factory dust"
  • Appliances — exterior, inside if requested
  • Floors — swept, vacuumed (HEPA), mopped with finish-safe products
  • Final detail pass for fingerprints, smudges, and missed spots

When you need this

After any home renovation — kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, addition, basement finish, whole-house gut, or new construction. Also after smaller projects: refinishing floors, painting interiors, drywall repair. If construction created dust, you need this.

What affects pricing

  • Project size (single room vs. whole house)
  • How much debris is left (typically small items only — large debris needs the contractor's removal)
  • Sealed vs. unsealed finishes (unsealed needs gentler products, more time)
  • Number of windows (drywall dust loves windows)
  • Two-pass cleans (clean once, let dust resettle, clean again) cost more but are sometimes necessary for sensitive projects
How It Works

From quote to clean.

01

Free quote

Form or call. For post-construction we'll usually do a quick walkthrough or photos to scope properly.

02

Schedule after final inspection

Best to clean AFTER your final inspection so we don't disturb anything inspectors need to see.

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Two-cleaner team minimum

Post-construction is dusty work — we send 2-3 cleaners to finish in one visit (typically 6-10 hours).

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Optional second pass

For sensitive projects (asthma in the home, very dusty job), we recommend a second visit 2-3 days later to catch resettled dust.

Post-Construction Cleaning FAQs

Questions clients ask.

How soon after construction can you clean?

Anytime after your contractor has finished and the space is safe to enter. Best practice: schedule us after your final inspection but before you move furniture or belongings back in.

Will one clean be enough?

For most projects, yes. For dusty jobs (gut renos, drywall everywhere), we sometimes recommend a 2-pass clean — initial pass catches 95%, second pass 2-3 days later catches the resettled fine dust.

Do you handle large debris removal?

No — large construction debris (drywall sheets, lumber, old fixtures) is the contractor's responsibility. We handle the dust, residue, and small leftover items.

Are your products safe for new floors and unsealed finishes?

Yes — we use neutral pH cleaners for new hardwoods, gentle products for unsealed brass and stone, and avoid anything abrasive on new paint. Tell us your specific finishes on the quote form.

How long does a post-construction clean take?

A single-room remodel: 3-5 hours. Whole-house gut: 8-12 hours, often split across two visits. We'll quote accurately upfront.

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