After builders cleaning: what's involved and how long it takes
Why construction dust is hard to remove, what an after builders clean includes, and typical timings.
Quick answer
An after builders clean removes the fine plaster and sanding dust, paint spots, adhesive and stickers left after building work. A two-bedroom home usually takes two cleaners a full day, longer after a full refurbishment.
Why it's different
Construction dust is very fine and resettles if it's only wiped. It needs HEPA vacuuming first, then damp microfibre cleaning from top to bottom, often in two passes.
What's included
Dust removed from every surface, inside cupboards and from light fittings; paint and plaster spots removed from glass and fittings; window labels and residue removed; kitchens and bathrooms cleaned ready to use; floors vacuumed and washed.
When to book
Book once the trades have finished dusty work and the site is clear. If decorators or flooring fitters are still due, book a builders' clean now and a final sparkle clean afterwards.
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