When the final nail is driven and the last fixture is in place, it might feel like your construction project is a wrap. But as any seasoned contractor knows, the end of construction doesn’t mean the space is ready to be shown off yet. That’s where post-construction cleanup comes in, because when your work ends, ours is just beginning. Find out how our team at Advantage Maintenance Inc. is helping construction companies throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut make every project shine.

post construction cleaning service in rhode island, connecticut, and massachusettsWhat Is Post-Construction Cleaning and Why You Should Hire a Professional

Post-construction cleaning involves much more than a final sweep of your building. It’s a detailed process that transforms a jobsite into an inviting space and makes your work as a contractor look polished. Post-construction cleaning crews remove all the dust, debris, and leftover materials before deep-cleaning all surfaces. Hiring a professional team takes this cleanup burden off your shoulders. It also expedites the transition to a fully operating, ready-to-use area.

The Complete Post-Construction Cleaning Process

Attention to detail is everything. At Advantage Maintenance Inc., we believe that a pristine finish is one of the most important steps of any building project. That’s why we’ve honed a step-by-step cleaning process that leaves no corner overlooked. In the following phases, we’ll walk you through exactly how we transform construction sites throughout Southern New England into spotless, move-in-ready spaces.

Interior Post-Construction Cleaning Checklist

After the dust settles, the real magic of making a space welcoming begins. Our post-construction cleaning checklist ensures every room is clean and pristine.

  • Dust and disinfect surfaces. We thoroughly dust and vacuum all surfaces, including walls, ceilings, and furniture, then wipe everything down using a powerful disinfecting cleaner.
  • Wipe light fixtures. Our post-construction cleaning staff carefully wipes down all bulbs, covers, and lights so they can shine their brightest.
  • Wash windows. We carefully clean all windows and reflective surfaces with a professional glass cleaner, using ladders when needed to ensure every pane is spotless and streak-free.
  • Scrub cabinets and drawers. We open and clean every cabinet and drawer, polishing them inside and out so nothing is overlooked.
  • Vacuum and clean floors. We vacuum and sweep all flooring to remove dust and debris, then give everything a deep clean by mopping and carpet cleaning to remove stubborn dirt and stains.
  • Clear out air vents and ducts. We use a HEPA filter vacuum to clean all the air vents and ducts to reduce dust and allergens throughout the building.

Exterior Post-Construction Cleaning Checklist

Once the interior is spotless, it’s time to give the exterior the same meticulous treatment. Here’s how we bring out the curb appeal with our exterior post-construction cleaning checklist.

  • Remove debris. We’ll remove any lingering debris from the property, including screws, nails, sawdust, and leftover construction materials.
  • Clear gutters. We’ll also remove debris and buildup from the gutters, then perform a visual inspection and note any signs of damage.
  • Wash walls and windows. Our team will remove dirt, dust, and grime from exterior walls using a pressure washer, then clean all the windows for a polished finish.
  • Clean sidewalks, driveways, decks, and patios. We’ll sweep all outdoor surfaces and pressure wash the areas so they look their best.
  • Scrub fences and gates. We’ll use a pressure washer to clean any fences or gates on the property, then hand-wash any stubborn areas to make sure everything is squeaky clean.

Types of Properties We Serve

Whether we’re cleaning a small Connecticut retail space or a large Massachusetts commercial complex, we recognize that each property has distinct requirements at the end of a building project. Here’s a quick look at some of the different types of properties we transform into beautifully clean, ready-to-use spaces:

  • Business offices and corporate headquarters
  • Manufacturing facilities and warehouses
  • Research and development labs
  • Commercial and multi-tenant buildings
  • Retail outlets
  • Schools and universities
  • Financial buildings and banks
  • Data centers
  • Medical facilities and community health centers
  • Adult daycare centers and care facilities

Professional Equipment and Specialized Cleaning Techniques

At Advantage Maintenance Inc., we staff every post-construction project with highly trained personnel who specialize in this area. By hiring professional cleaners who are familiar with the construction industry and safety standards, we’re able to guarantee your satisfaction. Every member of our post-construction cleaning team benefits from continuous training on advanced cleaning techniques and cutting-edge equipment to ensure every building is spotless. We only use state-of-the-art gear for our post-construction cleaning services, including:

  • HEPA filter vacuums
  • Industrial air scrubbers and purifiers
  • Microfiber cloths and mops
  • Power washers
  • Commercial-grade steam cleaners
  • Specialized floor buffers and polishers
  • Eco-friendly cleaners and degreasers

Post-Construction Cleaning Timeline and Scheduling

Each project has its own timeline, and we’re dedicated to providing thorough cleaning services that fit seamlessly into your schedule. We pride ourselves on offering flexible options that align with your construction crew’s workflow. Whether you need us to come in after hours to avoid disrupting ongoing work or clean in stages as different areas are completed, our team will adapt to your needs.

Get a Free Quote From Advantage Maintenance Inc. Today

Make wrapping up your next jobsite seamless and stress-free by hiring the largest post-construction cleaning company serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. With over 35 years of experience, Advantage Maintenance Inc. is committed to delivering exceptional results. Let us handle the cleanup from start to finish. Fill out our quick online form to request your free quote today.

Trusted by the top Building Contractors

Annie Fisher Elementary School

Hartford, CT – Morganti Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this school during the fall of 2009 and summer of 2010. All work was completed on budget and on schedule.

Kinsella Magnet School

Hartford, CT – Downes Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this 115,000 sq ft school in 2009.

Sports & Medical Sciences Academy

Hartford, CT – O & G Industries

Final Cleaning services were provided to this school in the summer of 2010.

University High School

Hartford, CT – Pike Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this school in 2009. Services included general cleaning, VCT stripping and refinishing and window washing.

St. Francis Hospital

Hartford, CT – Turner Construction

We provided Final Cleaning services to John T. O’Connell Tower Addition, a 280,000 sq ft mixed-use facility in the fall of 2010. We cleaned areas such as mechanical rooms, patient/exam rooms, office areas, Common areas and lobbies. All exterior and interior windows were cleaned along with power washing the building façade.

Capital Prep High School

Wallingford, CT – Downes Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this school in the summer of 2010.

Moses Y Beach Elementary School

Wallingford, CT – Turner Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this school in 2006.

Quinnipiac University Polling Institute

Hamden, CT – Petra Construction

We provided Final Cleaning services to this QU department in 2007.

York Hill Campus Crescent Dorms

Hamden, CT – O & G Industries

This Final Cleaning project was completed during the summer of 2004. The town later awarded us the contract for cleaning all of the town buildings.

Quinnipiac University Sports Center

Hamden, CT – Dimeo Construction

Final Cleaning services were provided to this facility in 2007. Besides general cleaning, we provided concrete finishing and polishing services utilizing the “Ashford Formula,” high rise cleaning of all horizontal surfaces in both the basketball and hockey arenas, floor refinishing, exterior and interior window cleaning and specialty cleaning of all bleacher seating areas.

Medtronic (Covidien)

North Haven, CT – Skanska USA

We provided specialty cleaning services a number of times to this facility from 2007-2009. Services included steam degreasing of all surfaces in some of the manufacturing areas and mechanical rooms. Safety and extreme care was required while working around some of the very high tech extruding equipment that is used in the Covidien manufacturing process. Without fail, we met all of the very stringent time schedules that were given to us by Skanska and Covidien while the equipment was shut down.

Yale University

New Haven, CT – Babbidge Facilities Construction

Since 2006 we have provided Final Cleaning services to the Yale Medical School on numerous occasions.

Yale Presidents House

Hamden, CT – O & G Industries

This was a very high profile $17 million dollar remodel of the Yale Presidents personal residence on Hillhouse Ave in New Haven and was completed in 2014. We were hired by Dimeo Construction to perform ongoing and final cleaning of this 10,000 sq ft house. To this day, we continue to provide window cleaning services to this house yearly.

North Haven High School

North Haven, CT – Konover Construction (KBE)

This Final Cleaning project was completed during the summer of 2004. The town later awarded us the contract for cleaning all of the town buildings.

Alexion Pharmaceuticals

New Haven, CT – Whiting -Turner Construction

We provided final cleaning services to this Class A office and pharmaceutical research facility to Whiting-Turner Construction in 2015. They also had us to return to clean the second phase of this project.

Fairchild Wheeler School

Bridgeport ,CT – A&A Drywall & Fusco Construction

This 380,000 sq ft school was completed in 2013 and houses, 1,500 students. We were a subcontractor to AA Drywall and Fusco Construction was the project manager.

UCONN – Ambulatory Care Center

Farmington, CT – Dimeo Construction

We provided progress cleaning services for the entire project and then provided Final Cleaning services to Dimeo Construction for this 300,000 sq ft medical facility.

UCONN – Ambulatory Care Center Parking Garage

Farmington, CT – Fusco Construction and Clarke

We provide Final Cleaning service to a collaboration between Fusco Construction and Clarke Construction in 2014