Before a home construction project is complete, the final step is thoroughly inspecting the job site to ensure everything is clean, organized, and safe and the property is up to standard. For UpShot Cleaning Services, every project is a manageable size for us, so reach out to our team to start working on a personalized cleaning plan. Together, we will review each space and identify any cleanup tasks that must be done before the project can be considered complete.

 

The post-construction cleaning checklist will serve as a guide to help the cleaning team inspect all aspects of the home—from floors, windows, and ceilings and remove trash and debris. Here's what to include:

 

Entrances & Exits

These areas are the first things the new owner will notice when they arrive on the property.

- Dust exterior lights

- Make sure all lights are working

- Wipe down windows (located on the first floor only)

- Clean doors, door frames, and doorknobs

- Sweep entrance ways

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Living/Common Areas

- Floors are swept and vacuumed/mopped

- All lights are working and free of dust

- Doorknobs and light switches are clean

- Windows, window sills, and window tracks are cleaned and dusted

- No evidence of paint drops on the floors or scuff marks on the walls

- Trash removed

- Doors and doorframes cleaned

 

Kitchens

- Dust all shelves and counters

- Clean inside appliances

- Clean inside cabinets and drawers

- Make sure all cabinet hardware is clean and secure

- Sweep and vacuum/mop floors

- Clean windows, window sills, and window tracks

- Remove trash

- Clean sink and backsplash

- Wipe down all fixtures and finishes

 

Bathrooms

- Sink, tub, and shower are clean and sanitized

- Toilet is sanitized

- Mirrors, cabinets, and counters are wiped down

- Floors are swept and vacuumed/mopped

- Inside cabinets and drawers are cleaned

- Windows, baseboards, light fixtures, doorknobs, and doorframes are cleaned

- Trash is removed

 

Bedrooms

Removing trash, dusting light fixtures, and ensuring the floor, walls, and windows are clean are vital in a clean and complete bedroom area. Some other things to look out for when inspecting a bedroom area include:

- Cleaning inside closets

- Dusting light fixtures and ceiling fans

- Wiping down baseboards

- Dusting built-in shelving units

- Dusting grates and vents

- Removing paint from hinges

 

Outdoor Spaces/ Landscaping

The final step of your post-construction cleaning checklist should include ensuring all packaging, tape, plastic, and other signs of construction are taken away from the property and disposed of properly.

- Remove all trash from the premises

- Sweep the walkways

- Sweep all porches, decks, and patios

- Clean garage door