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Post-Construction Cleaning in Montreal: Complete Guide

What to know before hiring a post-renovation cleaning service - phases, costs, and what separates good providers from bad ones.

Post-construction cleaning is fundamentally different from regular maintenance. Construction dust penetrates everywhere, adhesive and paint residue cling to surfaces, and debris turns up in unexpected places. A sloppy clean at this stage leaves visible marks on new finishes - and those are expensive to correct after the fact.

The three phases of a construction project

Phase 1 - During construction

Removal of large debris, material packaging, rough waste. Usually handled by the contractor. Not suitable for finish cleaning.

Phase 2 - Rough post-construction clean

Elimination of construction dust, mortar residue, adhesives, excess caulking. This is where most professional services begin.

Phase 3 - Finish cleaning

Precision cleaning of new surfaces: windows, floors, countertops, fixtures. Ready for handover or move-in.

What a quality post-construction clean covers

  • Complete dust elimination (including air vents)
  • Adhesive, caulking, filler, and paint residue treatment
  • New windows and mirrors cleaned without scratching
  • New floors by type: hardwood, tile, vinyl, polished concrete
  • Inside new cupboards and drawers
  • Appliances included in the renovation
  • Light fixtures, switches, and outlets
  • Stairs, railings, and millwork

Post-construction cleaning in Montreal

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