How do you clean up after a major renovation project?

 

Congratulations! You've just completed major home renovation plans. Whether you tackled the project yourself or hired a professional contractor, there's no denying it was a lot of work. But now that the project is complete, it's time to focus on cleaning up. Depending on the size and scope of your project, this could be a daunting task. 

You are probably exhausted after weeks (or even months) of work, and the last thing you want to do is spend your weekends cleaning up dust and debris. Fortunately, there are after builders cleaners in Sydney who can take on this task for you. Additionally, they may give you peace of mind by ensuring that all traces of dust and grime are removed from your property, providing tile cleaning services, post construction cleaning services and offering residential construction cleaning services.

Here are some tips on effectively cleaning up after a major home renovation project.

1. Start with the big stuff. Construction debris, empty boxes, and extra building materials should be the first things to go. You can toss most of this stuff in the dumpster or recycling bin, but you may want to hang onto some of the construction materials (e.g., scraps of drywall or lumber) in case you need to make repairs down the line. Removing the clutter will make it easier to focus on the smaller cleanup tasks.

2. Dust, dust, and dust some more. Even if your contractor did an excellent job of containing the construction dust, there's bound to be a little bit of it everywhere—on surfaces, in air vents, etc. The best way to clean dust after renovation is using dust cloths and start wiping down all surfaces—walls, ceilings, floors, shelves, cabinets, countertops—you name it. Don't forget to empty your air vents and wipe them down too!

3. Vacuum (and mop) your floors. Once you've dusted all surfaces, it's time to focus on your feet. If you have carpets, vacuuming is a must; for hardwood or tile floors, a thorough mopping will do the trick. (If your carpets are filthy, you may need to schedule a professional cleaning.) 

4. Clean your windows and doors. Walls and floors aren't the only things that collect dust; windows and doors do too. So take some time to clean all your glass surfaces—inside and out—and any door frames or knobs/handles. 

5. Scrub your bathrooms from top to bottom—literally! Your bathroom is one room where a little bit of elbow grease goes a long way. Start by cleaning all surfaces—toilet bowl, sink basin, bathtub/shower area—with an all-purpose cleaner or disinfectant wipes; then move on to scrubbing toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, and tile grout with a brush or power scrubber. Don't forget to wash shower curtains, towels and rugs! 

6. Wipe down kitchen appliances—inside and out! Now it's time to focus on your kitchen appliances. Cleaning refrigerators, ovens/stoves, dishwashers, microwaves —you name it! 7..Polish all hardware throughout your home. Finally, don't forget about all of the hardware in your home —door knobs, cabinet pulls/knobs, light switch covers, outlet covers —a quick once-over with a polishing cloth will make them look good as new!

So if you're feeling overwhelmed by the thought of cleaning up after your renovation, be sure to hire after builders cleaners to help get the job done. By following these simple tips, you can get your home back in tip-top shape in no time flat so that you can finally kick back and relax in your beautiful new space!

Undertaking a major home renovation project is no small feat, but once it's complete, you'll want to enjoy your new space as soon as possible—not spend days cleaning up after the construction crew!