Canberra Express Cleaners
Post-Construction Cleaning Specialists

Post Renovation Cleaning
From Building Site to Beautiful Home

Expert removal of construction dust, paint splatters, and builder's residue so you can finally enjoy your newly renovated space.

Fully Insured 4.9★ Google 100% Canberra Eco-Certified

The Challenge

The Nightmare of Renovation Dust

Upgrading your home is exciting, but the aftermath of a renovation is often overwhelming. Canberra is experiencing a massive renovation boom, particularly in established suburbs like Curtin, Garran, and Hughes, where older homes are being beautifully transformed. However, once the builders pack up their tools, homeowners are left facing a mountain of mess. The biggest enemy post-renovation is dust. Fine construction dust, plaster particles, and silica don't just sit on the floor; they become airborne, settling into every conceivable crevice. This microscopic dust finds its way into air conditioning vents, behind brand-new appliances, inside freshly installed cabinetry, and coats your windows. Regular household vacuums and standard cleaning cloths simply push this dust around or clog up entirely. Furthermore, fine silica dust poses a genuine respiratory health hazard to your family and pets if not properly extracted. Beyond the dust, renovations leave behind stubborn reminders: rogue paint splatters on tiles, sticky adhesive residue on windows, masking tape glue, and stubborn grout haze in new bathrooms. Tackling a builder's clean yourself is incredibly labor-intensive and requires specific chemicals and industrial equipment to do safely. Our post-renovation cleaning service brings the heavy-duty expertise needed to transition your property from a messy construction zone back into a pristine, livable home.

Our Approach

Our Multi-Stage Builder's Clean Process

We utilise industrial-grade HEPA vacuums and specialized techniques to safely extract fine particulate matter and detail your home.
Industrial Dust Extraction: We use commercial-grade HEPA filtered vacuums to capture fine plaster and silica dust without recirculating it.
Multi-Stage Wiping: Surfaces are wiped down multiple times using damp microfiber to ensure total dust removal, not just surface pushing.
Specialised Residue Removal: Safe, professional-grade solvents to remove paint splatters, adhesives, and builder's stickers without damaging new finishes.
Air Quality Focus: Dedicated vacuuming of air return vents and tracks where fine dust hides.

What's Included

What's Included in a Post-Renovation Clean

Fine dust extraction from ALL surfaces, walls, and ceilings
Air conditioning vent and duct cover vacuuming
Detailed window cleaning (including removal of builder's labels and stickers)
Careful removal of paint splatters from hard surfaces
Adhesive, silicone, and grout haze cleaning
All hard floors vacuumed and heavily detailed/mopped
Kitchen and bathroom completely sanitised and polished
All new cupboard interiors thoroughly vacuumed and wiped
Light fixtures, fans, and switches cleaned of dust
Exterior entry swept and minor construction debris removed

Safety & Compliance First

WHS Compliant Work PracticesFully Insured for High-Value HomesSafe, Eco-Friendly SolventsPolice Checked & Experienced Staff
"We just finished a massive extension in Curtin, and the dust was unbelievable. It was everywhere. Canberra Express Cleaners came in with their heavy-duty gear and worked tirelessly. They got paint off the new tiles, stickers off the windows, and completely eliminated the dust. We could finally move back in safely."

Michael T.

Homeowner, Curtin

Pricing

From $300 for a single-room renovation clean. Full home post-construction cleans start from $500+. Quotes are customised based on the scope of work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after the builders finish should I book the clean?+
We recommend waiting at least 24 to 48 hours after all construction, sanding, and painting has completely finished. This allows airborne dust to settle before we come in and remove it.
What should I expect from a post-renovation clean?+
Expect a highly detailed, intensive process. We aren't just wiping benches; we are extracting microscopic dust from tracks, removing stickers from glass, gently scraping paint splatters, and polishing new fixtures. It takes significantly longer than a standard deep clean.
How long does a post-renovation clean take?+
It is a slow, meticulous process. Depending on the size of the renovation, it can take a team of cleaners anywhere from 6 hours to a full day or more.
Do you handle asbestos removal?+
No. If your older Canberra home has undergone renovations and asbestos is suspected or present, you MUST use a licensed asbestos removalist. We cannot clean properties where unsealed asbestos dust is present.
Can you get paint splatters off my new floorboards?+
Yes, we use safe, specialised scrapers and gentle solvents to remove stray paint, plaster drops, and adhesives without scratching your new flooring or tiles.
Will one clean get rid of all the dust?+
Our multi-stage process removes the vast majority of the dust. However, because fine dust can remain airborne and circulate through HVAC systems, you may notice a very light dusting settle a few days later. This is normal and easily managed with a regular maintenance clean.
Do you remove construction rubbish?+
We remove minor debris (wrappers, offcuts, tape), but we are not a rubbish removal service. Heavy materials, timber, masonry, and large quantities of builder's waste must be removed via skip bin prior to our arrival.

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