Post-Construction Cleaning in Surrey & Metro Vancouver
Detailed post-construction cleaning for newly built or renovated residential and commercial spaces after contractors have completed their work.
Commercial Post-Construction & Renovation Cleaning
Uncle Cleaner provides post-construction and renovation cleaning across Surrey, South Surrey, Langley, Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and New Westminster. Service can include detailed construction dust removal, floors, baseboards, doors, interior glass, kitchens, washrooms, offices, retail, restaurants, clinics, warehouses and other completed commercial spaces according to the booked scope and selected cleaning level.
Post-Construction Cleaning Starting Prices
Starting-price basis: Less than or equal to 500 sq ft. Prices are before 5% GST. Use the Commercial Cleaning Price page for your exact property size, cleaning level, frequency and post-construction cleaning requirements.
| Cleaning Level | Starting Basis | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | One-Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Cleaning | Less than or equal to 500 sq ft | $99 | $99 | $169 | $169 |
| Semi Deep Cleaning | Less than or equal to 500 sq ft | $149 | $149 | $199 | $199 |
| Deep Cleaning | Less than or equal to 500 sq ft | $249 | $249 | $269 | $269 |
| Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning | Less than or equal to 500 sq ft | $249 | $249 | $269 | $269 |
| Pro Deep Cleaning | Less than or equal to 500 sq ft | $350 | $350 | $400 | $400 |
Complete Post-Construction Cleaning Checklist
A transparent area-by-area checklist for newly built, renovated and remodeled residential and commercial spaces. Post-construction cleaning is performed after active construction is complete and the area is safe to access. Exact work depends on the selected cleaning level, booked scope, construction residue, accessibility, surface condition and safety.
Construction Dust Removal
- Fine construction dust removed from safely accessible horizontal and vertical surfaces
- HEPA-style vacuuming where suitable equipment is available and appropriate
- Dust removal from floor edges, corners, ledges and trim
- Dust removal from baseboards, doors, frames and reachable fixtures according to selected level
- Reachable vents and grilles dusted where safe
- Repeated dust passes may be required where airborne construction dust continues to settle
Floors & Floor Edges
- Vacuuming, sweeping and/or mopping completed floor surfaces according to material
- Detailed cleaning of edges and corners according to selected level
- Construction dust removal from hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl and other finished floors
- Accessible floor areas under lightweight movable items where safe
- Light residue treated on a best-effort basis where compatible with flooring
- Floor refinishing, polishing, stripping, waxing or restoration is not standard unless separately quoted
Carpets, Mats & Rugs
- HEPA-style or detailed vacuuming of accessible carpet areas where suitable
- Vacuuming of entrance mats and rugs where accessible
- Construction dust removal from carpet edges and accessible corners
- Mat/rug scrubbing, washing, carpet extraction and shampooing are not standard inclusions unless separately booked
Baseboards, Trim & Mouldings
- Dust removal from baseboards and trim
- Detailed wiping according to selected level
- Door trim, window trim and decorative moulding where safely reachable
- Light paint specks and construction residue treated on a best-effort basis where safe for the surface
- Damaged, unfinished or freshly painted surfaces are handled carefully and may be excluded until cured
Doors, Frames, Handles & Switches
- Interior doors and door frames according to selected level
- Door handles, push plates and accessible hardware
- Light switches, switch plates and reachable wall controls
- Construction dust removal from door tops and frame ledges where safely reachable
- Light labels, tape or adhesive residue treated on a best-effort basis where material-safe
Windows, Interior Glass, Sills & Tracks
- Reachable interior windows and glass according to selected level
- Window sills, frames and tracks
- Patio/sliding-door interior glass and tracks
- Glass partitions and interior glass doors in commercial spaces
- Light stickers, labels, tape residue and construction dust treated on a best-effort basis where safe
- Exterior/high-rise window cleaning is not a standard inclusion
Blinds & Window Covering Areas
- Reachable blinds dusted or wiped where material permits
- Window-covering tracks and nearby ledges dusted where accessible
- Delicate, fabric or specialty blinds may require separate care
Walls & Vertical Surfaces
- Light dust removal from safely washable accessible wall surfaces where included
- Construction dust removal from corners and wall-adjacent ledges
- Light marks treated on a best-effort basis where material-safe
- Full wall washing, paint correction, patching and restoration are not standard inclusions
Ceiling Fixtures, Vents & High Areas
- Reachable ceiling fixtures dusted where safe
- Reachable vents, grilles and fan covers dusted according to selected level
- Reachable light-fixture exteriors cleaned where safe and cool
- High-access work requiring ladders beyond normal safe reach or specialized equipment may require separate arrangement
Kitchens After Construction or Renovation
- Floor, edges and corners detailed
- Counters and backsplash cleaned of construction dust/residue
- Sink and faucet detailed
- Inside/outside empty cabinets and drawers according to selected level
- Pantry shelves and accessible corners
- Refrigerator exterior; interior if installed, empty and included
- Microwave inside/out where included
- Cooktop/stove and appliance fronts
- Oven exterior and accessible interior where included
- Dishwasher exterior and accessible edges
- Range-hood exterior and safe accessible surfaces
- Light stickers, labels, caulking residue and paint specks treated on a best-effort basis where safe
Bathrooms & Washrooms After Construction
- Toilets, sinks, faucets, vanities and mirrors
- Tubs, showers, shower glass and accessible fixtures
- Bathroom floors, edges and corners
- Cabinet exteriors/interiors when empty and included
- Construction dust removal from fixtures and surfaces
- Light grout haze, adhesive, caulking residue and paint specks treated on a best-effort basis where surface-safe
- Heavy grout haze removal or restoration may require separate specialist service
Bedrooms & Residential Rooms
- Floors, edges and corners
- Baseboards, trim, doors, frames, handles and switches
- Reachable interior windows, sills and tracks
- Empty closets, shelves and rods according to selected level
- Construction dust removal from reachable surfaces and ledges
- Built-in cabinetry cleaned inside/out when empty and included
Living Rooms, Dining Rooms & Family Rooms
- Detailed floor cleaning
- Baseboards, trim, doors and frames
- Reachable windows and glass
- Built-in shelves and cabinetry where empty and accessible
- Fireplace exterior and surrounding surfaces where safe and included
- Construction dust removal from ledges, corners and accessible fixtures
Hallways, Entries, Stairs & Railings
- Vacuuming, sweeping and/or mopping floors
- Stair treads, landings, edges and corners
- Railings and banisters according to selected level
- Entry doors, frames, handles and thresholds
- Baseboards, trim and reachable ledges
Closets, Cabinets & Storage Areas
- Empty closet shelves, rods and floors
- Empty cabinet and drawer interiors/exteriors where included
- Built-in storage units and shelving
- Construction dust removal from corners, ledges and tracks
- Boxes/storage bins: exterior dust removal only unless contents are specifically authorized
Laundry Rooms & Utility Areas
- Floors, edges and corners
- Accessible shelves and cabinets
- Washer/dryer exteriors if installed and included
- Sink, counter and backsplash where present
- Construction dust removal from reachable ledges and fixtures
- Mechanical equipment itself is not internally cleaned
Patios, Balconies & Exterior-Adjacent Areas
- Interior-side patio/sliding-door glass and tracks
- Accessible balcony/patio floor where included and safe
- Light construction dust/debris from booked accessible areas
- Accessible railing surfaces where included
- Exterior pressure washing, façade cleaning and major outdoor debris removal are not standard inclusions
Garages & Garage-Entry Areas
- Accessible garage floor sweeping/vacuuming where included
- Construction dust removal from accessible ledges and entry areas
- Interior garage-entry doors, handles and frames
- Heavy construction debris, oil, chemical residue and industrial cleaning require separate quotation
Office & Commercial Post-Construction Areas
- Reception areas, private offices, cubicles, meeting rooms and boardrooms
- Floors, carpets, baseboards, doors, frames, switches and accessible glass
- Empty desks, cabinets, shelving and counters where included
- Staff kitchens, lunchrooms and washrooms
- Interior glass partitions and reachable windows
- Storage/supply rooms where empty and accessible
- Construction dust removal before business opening or tenant occupancy
Retail & Showroom Post-Construction Areas
- Sales floors, display areas, checkout counters and fitting rooms
- Empty shelves, racks, fixtures and cabinetry
- Interior storefront glass where safely reachable
- Back rooms, stock rooms and staff areas
- Construction dust, light labels and display residue treated on a best-effort basis
- Final presentation cleaning before opening
Restaurant & Food-Service Post-Construction Areas
- Dining room, front counter and host areas
- Kitchen floors, counters, sinks and washable accessible surfaces
- Empty cabinets, shelving and storage areas
- Appliance exteriors/interiors only where installed, safe, empty and included
- Customer and staff washrooms
- Construction dust and light residue removal prior to opening
- Industrial kitchen degreasing and hood-system specialist cleaning require separate scope
Medical & Dental Post-Construction Areas
- Reception, waiting, administrative and hallway areas
- Empty treatment/exam rooms and approved non-hazardous environmental surfaces
- Floors, baseboards, doors, frames and cabinetry
- Staff kitchen/break room and washrooms
- Reachable interior glass and partitions
- Construction dust removal before occupancy
- Medical waste, sharps, biohazards and regulated decontamination are excluded
Warehouse & Industrial Post-Construction Areas
- Open floors, aisles and accessible corners
- Sweeping, vacuuming or mopping according to finished floor type
- Reachable shelving/racking where safe and included
- Office, staff-room and washroom areas
- Doors, handles, switches and reachable ledges
- Construction dust and light residue removal
- Industrial machinery, hazardous residue and heavy debris hauling require separate quotation
Schools, Daycares & Institutional Spaces
- Classrooms, offices, hallways and common spaces
- Floors, baseboards, doors, frames and switches
- Empty shelves, cubbies and cabinetry where included
- Staff kitchens and washrooms
- Reachable interior windows and glass
- Construction dust removal before occupancy
- Specialized sanitation, biohazard or regulated areas require separate scope
Paint Splatter, Labels, Adhesive & Construction Residue
- Light paint specks treated on a best-effort basis where safe for the surface
- Light stickers and labels removed where practical
- Light tape/adhesive residue treated where material-safe
- Light caulking or drywall residue treated on a best-effort basis
- Heavy paint, cured adhesive, cement, grout, silicone or restoration work may require specialist service and is not guaranteed
Final Presentation & Handover Cleaning
- Final dust check of accessible cleaned surfaces
- Final floor detailing
- Glass and fixture touch-up where included
- Visible construction residue rechecked on accessible surfaces
- Final guest/customer-facing presentation reset
- Suitable for builder handover, owner occupancy, tenant occupancy or business opening
What’s Included in Each Post-Construction Cleaning Level
Post-Construction Cleaning is available in five levels. Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning is included as Level 4 when a newly built or renovated space also needs a full occupancy or handover reset.
1. Regular Cleaning
- Routine sweeping, vacuuming and mopping of accessible finished floors
- Regular washroom cleaning of toilets, sinks, mirrors and accessible areas
- General tidying of booked areas
- Best for very light final dust after contractors have already completed detailed cleanup
- No general dusting; shelves, general surfaces, tables and detailed construction residue removal are not included unless otherwise booked
2. Semi Deep Cleaning
- Everything generally included in Regular Cleaning
- Detailed dusting of accessible outer surfaces
- Outer shelves, counters, tables, handles, switches and high-touch areas
- Doors, frames and accessible baseboards where included
- Kitchen/work-area sink, shelves and outer cabinet/appliance surfaces
- Small amounts of construction dust, dark marks and light residue considered on a best-effort basis
- Mat/rug scrubbing or washing is not included
3. Deep Cleaning
- Everything generally included in Semi Deep Cleaning
- Full detailed construction dust removal from reachable surfaces, corners, ledges, frames and fixtures
- Detailed baseboards, doors, switches and reachable vents
- Deep washroom cleaning including construction dust and accumulated residue
- Detailed kitchens including cabinets, drawers, fridge/microwave and accessible appliances according to booked scope
- Reachable interior windows, glass, sills and tracks
- Detailed floors, edges and corners
- Light paint specks, labels, adhesive and construction residue treated on a best-effort basis where safe
4. Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning
- For newly built or renovated spaces requiring a complete move-in, move-out, owner handover, tenant handover or occupancy reset
- Best results when construction is complete and the space is vacant or mostly empty
- Bedrooms, living areas, offices, reception, commercial areas, hallways and accessible storage spaces detailed as applicable
- All accessible floors vacuumed/swept/mopped including edges and corners
- Baseboards, doors, frames, handles, switches, reachable vents and trim
- Empty closets, cabinets, drawers, shelving and storage areas where included
- Kitchens/staff kitchens detailed including counters, sink, cabinets, fridge, microwave, oven and other appliances according to booked scope
- Washrooms fully detailed
- Reachable interior windows, glass, sills and tracks where included
- Construction dust plus move-related residue and light marks treated on a best-effort basis
- Final presentation cleaning before owner, tenant, landlord, property-manager or business handover
5. Pro Deep Cleaning
- Everything generally included in Deep Cleaning
- Maximum-detail construction dust removal from reachable surfaces and difficult areas
- Extreme accumulated construction dust and grime treatment where safe and practical
- High-detail baseboards, doors, frames, fixtures, edges, corners, kitchens and washrooms
- Detailed interior windows, glass and tracks where safely reachable
- Steamer use where appropriate, safe and compatible with the surface
- Light construction residue treated more intensively on a best-effort basis
- Mat/rug scrubbing or washing is not included unless separately booked
- Permanent damage, unfinished surfaces, scratches, paint damage, etching, cured adhesive or material deterioration cannot be guaranteed to be restored
Post-Construction Cleaning Near You
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does post-construction cleaning start at?
Prices start from $99 before GST based on Less than or equal to 500 sq ft. Final pricing depends on the cleaning level, frequency and booking selections.
Which cleaning frequencies are available?
Daily, Weekly, Monthly and One-Time options are available where applicable.
Which areas do you serve?
Uncle Cleaner serves Surrey, South Surrey, Langley, Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and New Westminster.
How do I book?
Use the Commercial Cleaning Price page to choose your property details, cleaning level and frequency, then continue to booking.
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