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POST CONSTRUCTION CLEANING in Oakland
A true post construction cleaning applies to homes that are newly built or have been fully remodeled. Homes that have only had certain areas renovated, are still being lived in, or have already been used or moved into after construction and before the cleaning, fall under a different scope and may require different pricing. In a true post construction cleaning, the main condition present should be post construction dust, not lived in buildup such as grease, grime, or soap scum.
Every home is unique in its own way, with differences in architecture and custom built features such as cabinetry, shelving, paneling, and other intricate finishes, all of which can affect the scope of work.
What's included
Compare the tasks below. ✅ Included; ❌ not included in that option. “Ask Milan” means the scope must be agreed for that task before booking. Ask for an estimate and confirm any access or task limits.
| Task or scope detail | Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior surface cleaning | Included | Included | Included |
| Mopping | Included | Included | Included |
| Cabinet interiors | Not included | Included | Included |
| Kitchen/bathroom drawer interiors | Not included | Ask Milan | Included |
| Refrigerator / oven interior cleaning | Not included | Not included | Not included |
| Move stove/fridge to remove dust | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Tub/shower construction-buildup scrub | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Baseboards | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Interior windows & window tracks | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Deep HEPA vacuuming | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Deep mopping for construction dust | Ask Milan | Included | Included |
| Wall vacuuming | Ask Milan | Not included | Included |
| Exterior windows & screens | Ask Milan | Not included | Included |
| Front/back porch spray-downs | Ask Milan | Not included | Included |
| Garage cleaning | Ask Milan | Not included | Not included |
| Floor tile & grout detailing | Ask Milan | Not included | Not included |
On a narrow screen, swipe the table sideways to compare all three tiers. Keyboard users can focus the table region and use the arrow keys.
The lighter option covers exterior surfaces and light mopping. Ask Milan about any task marked “Ask Milan.” The base option includes cabinet cleaning; drawer interiors need confirmation. The most extensive option adds cleaning inside and outside all drawers. This service assumes an unused, newly built or fully remodeled home. Heavy debris, adhesives, paint/caulk residue and floor-protection removal may require extra charges.
View the base-service checklist
Base-service checklist
Kitchen
- Cleaning inside and outside of cabinets
- Backsplash
- Stove hood range top to bottom
- Polish exterior appliances
- Move stove and refrigerator to clean dust underneath and behind
- Top of refrigerator
Bathrooms
- Scrub bath tubs and showers to get rid of leftover construction buildup
- Polish fixtures
- Inside and outside vanity
- Baseboards
- Toilet inside, outside, behind
Rooms and other areas in home
- Baseboards
- Windows
- Window tracks
- Deep vacuuming with HEPA filtration to trap post construction dust
- Deep mopping to extract post construction dust
Good to know
Additional removal that may require extra charges
It is normal for some homes to have the following remaining after construction. Depending on how neat your contractors were, additional charges may apply for heavier removal of:
- Heavy debris
- Sticker, protective wrap, adhesive, and residue removal
- Paint, caulk, and construction residue removal
- Removal of temporary floor protection such as Ram Board or other protective covering
Available for additional fees
- Blinds
- Shutters
- Wall vacuuming
- Lots of cabinetry throughout the home
- Additional kitchens
- Garage cleaning
- Exterior house pressure washing
- Exterior window and screen cleaning
- High dusting for beams, ledges, and tall entry areas
- Chandelier cleaning and complex light fixtures
- Floor tile and grout detailing
- Balcony or patio cleaning
- Porch sweep and exterior entry cleaning
Before your cleaning
Post Construction Dust Disclaimer
Even though it is called dust, post construction dust does not make for an easy wipe through. It settles throughout the home and into areas such as baseboards, window tracks, cabinetry, fixtures, and other surfaces, often requiring careful vacuuming, wiping, and repeated removal methods to achieve proper results.
Treating post construction dust like a simple cleanup can leave behind unfavorable results, lingering residue, and repeated dust settling throughout the space. A thorough post construction cleaning is an important part of the final outcome, helping the home look complete, polished, and truly ready to be lived in or presented.
Disclaimer
A post construction cleaning is assumed to be an unlived/unused home that is completely remodeled or newly built.
While all projects are different, we understand that some homes have only certain areas that have been under renovation. It is important that you communicate as much information as possible about the conditions in which the home is in so that it can be properly assessed and estimated.
Oakland is home
Milan Cleaning Company is based in Oakland and serves Oakland homes.
Your post construction cleaning estimate is given by phone. No in home walkthrough is needed first.
- Call us at (510) 759-6310.
- Tell us about the size and condition of your home and what you need done.
- Receive a price built for your home and your service.
Post Construction Cleaning: three levels
Compare the three options above. A task marked “Ask Milan” needs a scope discussion before booking. Call Milan for an estimate.
The base-service checklist provides room-by-room information. Use the comparison to see how each option differs.
- Option 1Exterior surfaces and light mopping; no drawer interiors, refrigerator or oven cleaning. Ask Milan about other tasks before booking.
- Option 2Use the base-service checklist and comparison above. Ask Milan about drawer interiors and the scope for your property before booking.
- Option 3Option 2 plus wall vacuuming, exterior windows, screens, porch spray-downs and cleaning inside and outside all drawers. Confirm access and task limits with Milan before booking.
Book your Post Construction Cleaning
Call Milan to discuss your cleaning needs and the next steps.
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Post construction cleaning for Oakland remodels and builds
Construction dust behaves differently in a 100-year-old Oakland house than in a new build. When you call, tell us which of these sounds like your project.
Kitchen and bath remodels in older homes. Opening plaster walls in a Craftsman or Victorian house sends fine dust through the whole home, not only the room being worked on. Tell us which rooms were closed off and which were not.
Backyard cottages and additions. For an ADU, a garage conversion or a new addition, tell us the square footage, the flooring and whether fixtures and appliances are already installed.
Lofts, shops and offices. For tenant improvements around Jack London Square, Uptown and downtown, tell us the building hours, loading and elevator rules, and the date you need to open.
Access and timing. Tell us where a crew can park, whether a dumpster or materials are still on site, and whether other trades will still be working, so we can plan a rough clean, a final clean or both.
Questions about post construction cleaning services in Oakland
Call Milan to discuss the scope and timing for your space.
How do I get a price for post construction cleaning in Oakland?
Call Milan at (510) 759-6310 with the size and condition of your home and the work you need. Residential estimates are prepared by phone, without an in-home walkthrough first.
Does post-construction cleaning apply to a partially renovated Oakland home?
The service covers a true post-construction cleaning as a newly built or fully remodeled home that has not been lived in or used. Partial renovations, occupied homes or homes used after construction are a different scope and may require different pricing.
What construction leftovers can cost extra?
Heavier debris; sticker, protective-wrap, adhesive and residue removal; paint, caulk and construction residue; and temporary floor-protection removal may carry additional charges, depending on site conditions.
Why does post-construction dust need a dedicated cleaning?
Construction dust settles into baseboards, tracks, cabinetry, fixtures and other areas. It may need careful vacuuming, wiping and repeated removal rather than a simple wipe-through.
When should an Oakland post-construction clean be scheduled?
Confirm whether construction, touch-ups and remaining fixes are finished. Ask the contractor about curing or waiting periods for new finishes before the cleaning time is agreed.
What should I share about site access in Oakland?
Tell Milan who can open the site, where equipment can be unloaded, any stairs or gate access, and whether contractors will still be working. Confirm the plan before scheduling.
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