After builders cleaning in Cheltenham: turning your building site back into a home

The builders have finally left, but the real work of reclaiming your space has just begun.

Completing a renovation or building project is an exciting time. You have spent weeks, maybe even months, living with disruption, noise, and tradespeople in your space. Now that the final nail has been hammered and the last paintbrush washed, you are ready to enjoy the beautiful new room or home you have created. But there is one thing standing in your way. The mess. It is not just a bit of dust and a few offcuts. It is a thick, fine layer of plaster and cement dust that has settled on every single surface, inside every cupboard, and in every corner you did not even know you had.

This is not ordinary household dust. It is a pervasive, gritty residue that is incredibly difficult to remove with domestic cleaning products and equipment. Trying to tackle it yourself often feels like a losing battle. You wipe a surface, and moments later a new layer of dust seems to appear from nowhere. It can be a frustrating and demoralising experience that tarnishes the excitement of your new project. Our specialist after builders cleaning service is designed to be the final, essential step in your renovation journey. We bridge the gap between the construction site and your clean, comfortable home, methodically removing every last trace of building debris so you can start enjoying your new space immediately, without the stress and endless cleaning.

What exactly is an after builders clean?

Many people assume an after builders clean is just a very thorough deep clean, but it is a distinct and much more intensive process. A deep clean is designed to tackle accumulated domestic dirt in a lived in home. An after builders clean is a specialist service focused on removing construction specific debris from a property that has just undergone building work. The dirt we are tackling is fundamentally different. It includes fine plaster dust, cement dust, sawdust, paint splatters on windows and floors, excess grout on tiles, and protective sticker residue on new fixtures.

The equipment and techniques required are also different. We use high filtration industrial vacuum cleaners that can capture the fine dust without blowing it back into the air, something a standard household vacuum cleaner is not designed to do. We use non abrasive scrapers and specific solutions to safely remove paint and plaster without damaging the new surfaces underneath. It is a systematic, top to bottom process that requires patience, the right tools, and an understanding of how construction dust behaves. It is about restoring the property from its raw, post construction state to a polished, move in ready condition.

The hidden challenge of construction dust

The single biggest challenge after any building work is the fine dust. During construction, activities like cutting plasterboard, sanding walls, and mixing cement create vast quantities of microscopic airborne particles. This dust is so fine that it gets absolutely everywhere. It penetrates closed cupboard doors, settles inside light fittings and lampshades, coats the inside of your new kitchen drawers, and gets into the workings of your new appliances. It is not just an aesthetic problem either. This type of dust can be a respiratory irritant, and living in a dusty environment is unpleasant and can be a concern for anyone with allergies or asthma.

Our entire process is built around the safe and effective removal of this dust. We work methodically from the highest point in a room downwards. This ensures that we are always working with gravity, pushing the dust down onto the floors, which are the very last thing to be cleaned. This top to bottom approach is the only way to guarantee that we capture it all, preventing it from resettling on surfaces that have already been cleaned and leaving you with a truly dust free environment.

Our step by step guide to a post renovation clean

We believe in a clear and transparent process. There are no shortcuts to a perfect finish, just a methodical plan executed with care. Our team will work through your property with a detailed checklist to ensure every surface is addressed.

Initial site assessment. Before we begin, we walk through the property to assess the scope of the work. We identify any potential hazards left behind and understand the specific types of cleaning required for your new surfaces and finishes.
Removal of debris and rubbish. Our first task is to remove any remaining construction debris. This can include plastic sheeting, packaging from new fittings, small offcuts, and any other rubbish left behind by the trades.
High level cleaning. Our cleaning process starts at the top of each room. We clean ceilings, light fittings, and the tops of walls to remove the settled dust. This is a crucial first step in our top to bottom strategy.
Walls, woodwork and fixtures. We then work our way down, cleaning all the vertical surfaces. This includes wiping down walls where necessary, and thoroughly cleaning all woodwork such as skirting boards, door frames, and window sills. We remove any paint splashes or plaster marks we find. We also clean all light switches, sockets, and fixtures.
Windows, frames and glass. We clean the inside of all windows, removing any paint spots, plaster, and sticker residue from the glass. The window frames and sills are wiped down to ensure they are completely free of dust and debris.
Kitchens and bathrooms. These rooms get special attention. We clean the inside and outside of all new cupboards, drawers, and cabinets to remove sawdust and construction dust. We thoroughly clean and polish all new worktops, sinks, taps, tiles, and appliances, ensuring they are ready to be used.
The final floor clean. The last step in every room is the floor. We use our industrial high filtration vacuums to remove all the accumulated dust from both carpets and hard floors. Hard floors are then mopped with the appropriate cleaning solution to leave them clean and shining.

Who is this service for?

Our after builders cleaning service is an essential final step for a wide range of projects and clients across Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. We work with many different people to put the finishing touch on their hard work.

Homeowners. If you have just had an extension, a new kitchen fitted, a loft conversion, or even just had a room replastered, our service will get your home back to a clean, liveable state quickly.
Builders and property developers. A professional handover clean ensures that the beautiful new property you have built is presented to your client in the best possible light. It demonstrates a commitment to quality right up to the very end of the project.
Landlords and property investors. If you have been refurbishing a rental property, a professional clean is vital before you take photos for your listing and conduct viewings with potential tenants.
Interior designers and architects. Our service provides the clean canvas you need to dress a property and take professional photographs of your finished project for your portfolio.

Let us put the finishing touch on your project

You have invested a significant amount of time, money, and energy into your renovation. Do not let the final, frustrating step of cleaning stand in the way of you enjoying it. Let our specialist team provide the professional finish your project deserves. We will transform your property from a work site into a pristine, welcoming space, ready for you to furnish, decorate, and finally, relax in. Contact us today to discuss your project. We can arrange a site visit and provide a detailed, no obligation quote for your after builders clean.

Questions and answers

Your after builders cleaning questions answered

Here you can find answers to some of the common questions about our post construction cleaning services.

Yes, within reason. Our teams are equipped with the correct tools and products to safely remove splashes of paint, plaster, and silicone from most surfaces like windows, tiles, and woodwork without causing damage. We will always assess a mark first to ensure it can be removed safely.
No. Our service is a cleaning service, not a waste removal service. We will gather any small bits of leftover debris, dust, and packaging into bags, but the removal of larger items like timber offcuts, old fittings, or bags of rubble is the responsibility of your building contractor.
Our standard after builders clean includes cleaning the inside of the windows to remove construction residue. We can certainly arrange for the exterior of the windows to be cleaned at the same time as part of a comprehensive package. Just let us know when you enquire.
Yes, absolutely. We often find that fine dust travels throughout the entire property, not just the area where the work was done. We can provide a quote to clean your entire house to ensure it is all completely dust free.

This is a very important question. The clean should be the very last job to be done. All building work, including any minor snagging jobs from plumbers, electricians, or decorators, must be fully completed before we arrive. If other trades are still working, they will only create more dust and undo our hard work.
Due to the unique nature of every building project, we do not have a standard price list. We always provide a custom quote based on a free visit to the property. This allows us to accurately assess the size of the area and the level of cleaning required, ensuring you get a fair and accurate price.
The duration depends entirely on the size of the property and the intensity of the cleaning needed. A small bathroom renovation might only take a few hours for a team, whereas a full house renovation could be a full day's work. We will give you a time estimate along with your quote.
No, you do not need to provide anything at all. Our service is fully self contained. Our cleaning team will arrive in a vehicle equipped with all the necessary industrial vacuums, tools, and specialist cleaning products to complete the job.

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