Beyond a broom sweep
Construction leaves fine drywall dust, concrete dust, sawdust, adhesive residue and debris everywhere: on ledges, in light fixtures, inside cabinets, on ductwork and in HVAC systems. In ordinary offices and retail spaces, a standard construction clean is often enough. In healthcare spaces, laboratories, cleanrooms, data centers, food facilities and occupied buildings, the bar is higher, because dust can affect equipment, patients, product or certification.
Staged cleaning
Technical post-construction cleaning is usually done in passes:
- Rough clean after major trades finish: debris removal and bulk dust.
- Detail clean after finishes are installed: all horizontal and vertical surfaces, fixtures, inside casework, windows and frames, using HEPA vacuums and damp wiping rather than dry dusting that spreads fine particles.
- Final clean just before turnover or certification: floors finished, touch points and any dust from last-minute work.
For critical environments, additional passes and verification are added to reach the required condition.
Coordinating with the project
We work with the general contractor, owner's representative and commissioning agent on sequencing, so cleaning happens after the dusty work in each area and protected areas stay clean. HVAC systems run during construction often collect dust, so we coordinate with the mechanical contractor about filters and duct cleaning before turnover.
Healthcare and occupied buildings
Construction in or next to occupied healthcare facilities is typically governed by an infection control risk assessment (ICRA) and the facility's containment requirements. Our cleaning follows the containment plan and the facility's infection-prevention team's direction.
Common questions
Do you work for general contractors?
Yes. We work under GC subcontract terms and site safety requirements.
Can you meet a certification deadline?
We plan passes and crew sizes around your turnover or certification date.
Do you do residential construction cleaning?
Our post-construction work focuses on commercial and critical spaces. Residential cleanup is offered when connected to remediation projects.