How Do I Clean My House After Renovating It?

Do you find yourself pondering, "How do I clean my house after renovating it?" among the wreckage of a significant home improvement project? The thrill of redecorating your home can rapidly dissipate when you realise you'll have to clean up the chaos created during the process. 

Lucky for you, we have a workable answer ready and waiting. In a minute, we'll share our tried-and-true methods for making your renovated home look new again. It's not necessarily a chore to clean up after a remodel. Planning and hard work can return your home to its former grandeur. Let's get down to the nitty-gritty of restoring your home's pristine condition following a renovation.

Cleaning Checklist After a Renovation 

Typical Cleanup

• The walls, both inside and out, need cleaning.
• Clean the ceiling and fan blades.
• Clean the exteriors of all doors, window frames, and mouldings.
• Carpets should be vacuumed, and floors should be mopped and buffed.
• Remove dust from every bulb and light fixture.
• Get rid of everything that's trashed.

Exits And Entrance

• Clear the sidewalks and driveway of debris.
• Clear the external lights and wipe them down.
• Gate, fence, and neighbourhood cleaning

Bathroom And Kitchen 

• Scrub the floors and wipe down the cabinets
• Remove dust from the inside and outside of cabinets.
• Scrub the kitchen counters and the backsplash thoroughly.
• Remove any clogs from the area surrounding the faucets and sinks.
• Scrub the interior and exterior of every machine.
• Bathrooms and mirrors that sparkle

How to Clean Like a Pro After a Renovation

Use these cleaning strategies to breathe new life into your home after a remodel.

Clean From Top To Bottom

Before you begin cleaning, raise your eyes to the ceiling. It would help if you started with what is in front of you. 

The best way to clean a room is to work from the top down, beginning with the ceiling fan, so that the dust is pushed to the floor and can be easily vacuumed, mopped, or swept up. That will facilitate a quicker and more effective cleaning process without sacrificing quality.

Clean The Couch And Chairs

After a refurbishment, your upholstery may look spotless, but it must still be sanitary. The dust produced during building can easily get trapped in the fabric of upholstered furniture. Because of this, before you use your furniture again, please give it a good vacuuming or a thorough cleaning. 

Construction dust cleaning is a task that can be delegated to a professional upholstery cleaner if you'd rather not take it on yourself.

Take A Look At The Filters And Vents.

Vents and gratings catch dust and dirt. Be sure to use a damp cloth to clean the outside of your vents. Also, vacuum the vents inside to ensure they are spotless. 

It's also a good opportunity to inspect the condition of the air filters in your home. After finishing renovations, check and replace the air filter. That way, you may rest assured that your property is dust-free from the renovation project.

If you have central air and heating, the dust and particles accumulated due to the renovation process may be circulated by your HVAC system.

An HVAC expert can clean the system and vents to prevent dust and debris from spreading.

Don't Ignore Complicated Areas

Homeowners typically clean the television stands and the floors themselves. After a significant makeover, dust and debris can settle into nooks and crannies that are easy to miss.

When cleaning, give special attention to areas such as:

• Lighting Electronics Lampshades Home Appliances
• Stove tops as home decor

Clear Away The Junk And Debris

After finishing a renovation or remodelling project, you will likely be left with considerable waste and rubbish. If you only have a small amount of garbage, you can probably place it for the garbage collection service to pick up. If you have a lot of trash, renting a container or hiring a junk removal service could be better. An area general contractor will see this detail before wrapping up their work for the day. 

Make Sure It's Safe To Use

After a renovation job, homeowners of older homes should exercise additional caution since dangerous chemicals may have been disturbed. For instance, lead-based paint poses a regular post-renovation cleanup concern in older homes. If the paint had broken up during the remodelling, potentially dangerous dust particles would have been released into the air.

You can get a Lead Clearance Test to determine if lead paint or other lead materials were used in your home. Do not attempt to remove lead from your home alone; instead, contact a professional in your area who specialises in lead removal.

Labels And Stickers That Can Be Removed

You may have installed new appliances or uncovered labels on previously unseen items during the remodelling process. It's easy to forget this crucial step because the labels and stickers are often tucked away or difficult to remove. 

You should seek them now so you don't have to scramble to find one right before the company arrives. Vodka is a great tool for removing even the most stubborn labels.

Find A Reliable Cleaning Service.

A comprehensive cleaning is required after finishing a significant home improvement job. But it can be challenging and often takes a long time. If cleaning up after a remodelling is too much to bear, your best bet is to engage a professional cleaning service.

Ask yourself these questions if you're considering hiring a cleaning service following a renovation project.

• How long will it take to clean up, and how much work will there be?
• Have you got the time to get this done? 
• Is it pricey to not worry about whether or not your house is clean? 

Then, decide how to approach this procedure wisely, depending on your responses. If you haven't already, you should set aside some of your renovation funds for cleaning.

Maintain A Clean Environment During And Following Renovations

Finding a reliable general contractor will be a top priority as you prepare for a sizable remodel. Materials selection and budgeting are also on the agenda. Plans for site prep and protection might be forgotten amidst this lengthy to-do list. We explain how the makeover and its aftermath might significantly impact your property.

Discuss Site Security And Preparation With Your Contractor.

In most cases, contractors will cooperate with you to safeguard the current area. Nonetheless, its primary function is damage prevention, not filth and grime protection. You shouldn't find any gouges or scratches on your floors, but they may be dirty, streaked, or even sticky. After the fact, they'll need to be cleaned up. You and your contractor should discuss how often and thoroughly you want things cleaned up during the renovation. The scope of included services and associated expenses shift from project to contractor.

Choose Whether To Stay Or Leave Throughout The Refurbishment.

Preparing the building site is a major project, even for homeowners only updating one room. This is even more crucial if you want to stay in your house while renovations are being done. It's possible that staying put will end up costing you more than moving. Daily preparation and breakdown consume additional time and energy. Workers must first put up paper, tarps, and other obstacles. All of these must be dismantled before the owners may use the home during the evening.

For instance, if you are upgrading your sole bathroom and kitchen, the contractor must ensure that you will still have access to both during the renovation. A passageway leading to the rest of the flat is also required. In contrast, when renovating an empty house, the crew can leave the area in relative chaos at the end of each work day. When they wake up the next day, they can continue where they left off. Whether or not you plan to relocate out of the house during the renovation comes up in your first meeting with the contractor.

Seal Off The Construction Area And Prepare Your Home For The Work To Begin.

The following are some things you can do to lessen the clutter and disturbance of any renovation project that isn't a complete gut job:

• Hang a heavy-duty tarp (at least 8 millimetres thick) from the ceiling to the floor to establish a seal around the renovation zone. Place masking tape along the tarp's perimeter, including the walls, ceiling, and floor intersections. Heavy tarps can also be supported by tension rods. No hole is too small for particles to squeeze through. Putting an adhesive zipper on your tarp might be a flap for access and escape if you need one. If sanding is heavy or harmful, particles will be released, and a second coat will be applied.
• Keep everything you want to keep safe within the renovation area. Use construction paper to cover the floor (two layers are recommended to prevent tearing). Tarps can cover window treatments and appliances (again, without leaving any gaps).
• If the renovation area is in a high-traffic part of your home, lay down a single sheet of paper or a tarp that stretches from room to room. The dirt won't be able to go into the remainder of the room this way.
• Drop cloths or tarps should be used to protect all furniture in the house, especially soft surfaces like couches, beds, and carpets.
• Put masking tape on the floor where the closet doors meet the floor to make sure no air can get in. Nothing is more inconvenient than realising you forgot to do this and realising your clothing is now covered in dust. 

Clear The Air

• At the end of each work day, vacuum the area thoroughly, ideally using a HEPA (or "high-efficiency particulate air") vacuum, which you may either rent or negotiate purchasing with your contractor. Smaller particles are no match for a HEPA vacuum's filtering capabilities.
• If you have a HEPA air purifier, keep it running nonstop on high and clean or replace the filters often because they will be put through a lot of stress. For the length of the renovation, if you don't already have one, invest in a commercial-grade air scrubber.
• Let some fresh air in! Increasing the flow of air is preferable. 

The prevention expenses are small but should be identified and accounted for upfront so that everyone is on the same page. Even with careful containment, a thorough cleanup is likely required. Read on for building project cleanup best practices. 

After Renovation, Deep Cleaning

Once the cardboard 'flooring' is gone, you're on your own to clean up the mess and protect your belongings from dust and particles that could otherwise damage them. The question is, "What do you do?"

We hope that at the end of each day of construction, your contractor has removed all of the dust and dirt accumulated during the day. All traces of cement, grout stains, and debris have been chemically cleaned from tiled surfaces. 

However, it would help if you thoroughly cleaned up once the restoration is complete, as these can damage floors, furniture, and HVAC systems.

Open Up

Before you start cleaning, make sure the space has adequate ventilation. If you have an air filter, turn it on and open the windows to let in fresh air and filter out the dust.

Do A Dry Clean

Remove as much dust and debris as possible from the shelves, counters, and floors by sweeping. If there is sawdust inside of your cabinets, be sure to vacuum it up. Always use dry sweeping or vacuuming before resorting to damp swiping or wiping.

Don't Forget The Walls

Tie a cleaning cloth tightly around the end of a broom handle and use it to wipe down the walls and ceiling.

Now Do A Damp Clean

Mopping the floor and cleaning other surfaces with damp cloths will remove lingering grime.

Conclusion

After a renovation, it's essential to clean up the mess left behind. Here are some cleaning checklists to restore your home to its former glory.

Maintaining walls, ceilings, doors, window frames, mouldings, carpets, floors, bulbs, light fixtures, trash, and exterior lights is crucial. Clean the sidewalks, driveway, gate, fence, and neighborhood, as well as bathrooms and kitchens.

Clean from top to bottom by starting with the ceiling fan, vacuuming furniture, inspecting filters and vents, and replacing air filters after finishing renovations. If you have central air and heating, an HVAC expert can clean the system and vents to prevent dust and debris from spreading.

Avoid ignoring complicated areas like television stands and floors, as dust and debris can settle into nooks and crannies. Clear away junk and debris, either by placing it for garbage collection or renting a container or hiring a junk removal service.

Ensure the cleaning materials are safe to use, especially for older homes with dangerous chemicals like lead-based paint. Get a Lead Clearance Test to determine if lead materials were used in your home and contact a professional in your area who specializes in lead removal.

Remove labels and stickers that can be difficult to remove, such as those from new appliances or unseen items. Vodka is a great tool for removing stubborn labels.

Finding a reliable cleaning service is essential, but it can be challenging and time-consuming. Consider factors such as the time required, the cost of not worrying about the house's cleanliness, and whether you have already set aside renovation funds for cleaning.

During and after renovations, it is crucial to maintain a clean environment and discuss site security with your contractor. Contractors typically work to prevent damage, but it is essential to discuss the frequency and extent of cleaning up.

Choosing whether to stay or leave during the renovation is also important, as daily preparation and breakdown consume time and energy. To minimize clutter and disturbance, hang a heavy-duty tarp from the ceiling to the floor and place masking tape along its perimeter. Keep everything safe within the renovation area by using construction paper, tarps, drop cloths, and masking tape on the floor where closet doors meet the floor.

Clear the air at the end of each work day using a HEPA vacuum or commercial-grade air scrubber. Increase the flow of air to prevent dust accumulation and debris. After the renovation, deep clean the space by opening up windows, ensuring adequate ventilation, and doing a dry clean. Tie a cleaning cloth around the end of a broom handle to wipe down walls and ceilings.

After the renovation, do a damp clean to remove lingering grime. This will help prevent damage to floors, furniture, and HVAC systems. It is essential to identify and account for prevention expenses upfront so everyone is on the same page.

In summary, maintaining a clean environment during and following renovations is crucial for a successful renovation project. Consult with your contractor and discuss the necessary cleaning practices to ensure a smooth and efficient renovation process.

Content Summary: 

• In a minute, we'll share our tried-and-true methods for making your renovated home look new again.
• It's not necessarily a chore to clean up after a remodel.
• Planning and hard work can return your home to its former grandeur.
• Let's get down to the nitty-gritty of restoring your home's pristine condition following a renovation.
• Clean the ceiling and fan blades.
• After a Renovation Use these cleaning strategies to breathe new life into your home after a remodel.
• Before you begin cleaning, raise your eyes to the ceiling.
• The best way to clean a room is to work from the top down, beginning with the ceiling fan, so that the dust is pushed to the floor and can be easily vacuumed, mopped, or swept up.
• Be sure to use a damp cloth to clean the outside of your vents.
• It's also a good opportunity to inspect the condition of the air filters in your home.
• After finishing renovations, check and replace the air filter.
• An HVAC expert can clean the system and vents to prevent dust and debris from spreading.
• For instance, lead-based paint poses a regular post-renovation cleanup concern in older homes.
• You can get a Lead Clearance Test to determine if lead paint or other lead materials were used in your home.
• If cleaning up after a remodelling is too much to bear, your best bet is to engage a professional cleaning service.
• Ask yourself these questions if you're considering hiring a cleaning service following a renovation project.
• Is it pricey to not worry about whether or not your house is clean?
• If you haven't already, you should set aside some of your renovation funds for cleaning.
• Finding a reliable general contractor will be a top priority as you prepare for a sizable remodel.
• Plans for site prep and protection might be forgotten amidst this lengthy to-do list.
• You and your contractor should discuss how often and thoroughly you want things cleaned up during the renovation.
• For instance, if you are upgrading your sole bathroom and kitchen, the contractor must ensure that you will still have access to both during the renovation.
• Whether or not you plan to relocate out of the house during the renovation comes up in your first meeting with the contractor.
• The following are some things you can do to lessen the clutter and disturbance of any renovation project that isn't a complete gut job: Hang a heavy-duty tarp (at least 8 millimetres thick) from the ceiling to the floor to establish a seal around the renovation zone.
• Place masking tape along the tarp's perimeter, including the walls, ceiling, and floor intersections.
• Keep everything you want to keep safe within the renovation area.
• If the renovation area is in a high-traffic part of your home, lay down a single sheet of paper or a tarp that stretches from room to room.
• Drop cloths or tarps should be used to protect all furniture in the house, especially soft surfaces like couches, beds, and carpets.
• Put masking tape on the floor where the closet doors meet the floor to make sure no air can get in.
• Smaller particles are no match for a HEPA vacuum's filtering capabilities.
• If you have a HEPA air purifier, keep it running nonstop on high and clean or replace the filters often because they will be put through a lot of stress.
• For the length of the renovation, if you don't already have one, invest in a commercial-grade air scrubber.
• Even with careful containment, a thorough cleanup is likely required.
• Once the cardboard 'flooring' is gone, you're on your own to clean up the mess and protect your belongings from dust and particles that could otherwise damage them.
• We hope that at the end of each day of construction, your contractor has removed all of the dust and dirt accumulated during the day.
• Before you start cleaning, make sure the space has adequate ventilation.
• If you have an air filter, turn it on and open the windows to let in fresh air and filter out the dust.
• Remove as much dust and debris as possible from the shelves, counters, and floors by sweeping.
• If there is sawdust inside of your cabinets, be sure to vacuum it up.
• Tie a cleaning cloth tightly around the end of a broom handle and use it to wipe down the walls and ceiling.
• Mopping the floor and cleaning other surfaces with damp cloths will remove lingering grime.