Construction & restoration

Handover cleaning and first clean after building works

After the works, fine dust gets into every track and rail. We get the building ready for the provisional handover or its first occupants, remove building residue without damaging the new materials, and report anything we notice.

Removing protective film and a handover report with photos

Who it is for and what they need

  • Contractors and property developers before the provisional or final handover.
  • Private individuals after a new build, renovation or conversion, before they move in.
  • Architects and clients who want a building that is handed over properly.
  • Shops and offices after a fit-out or conversion.

What is included

Construction dust

  • Vacuuming with an industrial vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter
  • Walls, ceilings and floors made dust-free
  • Radiators, grilles, cupboards and light fittings

Building residue

  • Paint splashes and silicone residue
  • Cement haze on tiles (with a product suited to the material)
  • Glue and tape residue, protective films and stickers on windows and kitchens
  • Plaster residue

Windows & joinery

  • Windows, frames, windowsills and thresholds
  • Roller shutters and blinds
  • Doors, handles and hinges

Kitchen & bathroom

  • Cupboards inside and out
  • Worktop, appliances and sink
  • Tiles, grout, taps and shower heads

Optional extras

  • Follow-up treatment of new parquet, natural stone or tiles
  • Outside windows and facades at height
  • Terrace, garage and cellar

Good to know

We remove cement haze with an acidic product on ceramic tiles, but never on limestone, marble or Belgian bluestone: these materials require a different approach.

Report and photos

If we notice damage or finishing defects during the cleaning, such as scratches on glass, damaged tiles or missing silicone, we flag them. On request, we provide a written report with photos, which is useful for your handover meeting.

How it works

  1. 01

    Timing

    We schedule the cleaning after the last works and before the handover or move.

  2. 02

    Identifying materials

    We ask which floors, tiles and joinery have been installed so as not to cause any damage.

  3. 03

    Thorough cleaning

    From top to bottom: dry dust first, then wet-cleaning and removing residue.

  4. 04

    Report

    On request, a report with photos of our findings.

What determines the price

Every job is different. These factors determine the price in your quote:

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  • 1Floor area and number of rooms
  • 2Amount of construction dust and residue
  • 3Number of windows and height
  • 4Types of floors and finishes
  • 5Handover deadline

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to schedule handover cleaning?

Once all the tradespeople have finished. If a painter or installer is still coming afterwards, a second short visit is often needed.

Will I get a report for the handover?

On request, we record the defects we find, with photos. This report does not replace an expert assessment or the architect’s handover report.

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