Paint specks and caulk smears
Small paint drips on the floor, counters or glass are lifted with the right tool for each surface, without scratching.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Bartlett, IL
Construction dust, residue and debris cleared out of your new Bartlett kitchen so you can actually use it.
- Crews working in Bartlett ZIP 60103, 60120
- Products that are safe for your finishes
- Appliances, hood and the hard-to-reach places included
After-remodel cleanup problems we handle in Bartlett
A finished remodel isn't ready for dishes until the dust is out of the drawers, the protective film is off the stainless and the paint specks are gone from the floor. We do that final cleanup in Bartlett homes with care for brand-new finishes that scratch easily.
Inside new appliances
We open every appliance and clean out dust, packaging bits and tape from shipping.
Scratch-prone new surfaces
Construction dust is abrasive. We lift it off instead of rubbing it in, so new finishes keep their shine.
Tape residue and protective film
Sticky outlines where tape or paper was attached are cleaned off without damaging the surface below.
Debris and dust on windows
We clean the window glass and frames in the kitchen and remove any paint on the glass.
Dust inside new cabinets and drawers
New boxes look clean until you run a finger along a shelf. We clean the inside of every cabinet and drawer, including the slides.
Stickers and labels on new appliances
Energy labels, brand stickers and protective plastic leave adhesive behind. We remove them with products that won't scratch stainless or glass.
Grout haze on new tile
Grout haze is normal after tiling, but it needs to be cleaned off. We use products that are safe for the tile type, especially natural stone.
Our cleaning checklist
- Walk-through after the trades finishA walk-through once the contractor is done tells us what needs special care.
- Debris pickupWe clear packaging, small scraps and loose debris before cleaning starts.
- Vents, returns and fixturesWe clean the vent covers and returns and dust every fixture.
- Labels, adhesive and filmWe remove labels and glue from new appliances, sinks and windows.
- Damp wiping all surfacesCounters, cabinet fronts, trim, doors and walls are wiped with damp microfiber after vacuuming.
- Appliances, sink and windowsAppliance interiors, the new sink and faucet, and the windows and tracks are cleaned.
- Final floor cleanWe finish with the floor, using a cleaner safe for the material.
How we clean different surfaces
Adhesive removers safe for finishesGentle adhesive removers, tested on a hidden spot first.
Microfiber clothsClean, damp microfiber picks up what vacuuming leaves without scratching.
Grout haze removersProducts suited to the tile; acid-based ones only on tile that can take them, never on natural stone.
HEPA vacuumsVacuums with HEPA filters are the main tool for construction dust.
Plastic razor blades and non-scratch padsPlastic scrapers and soft pads remove stuck-on spots safely.
What the work looks like in Bartlett homes
Before
AfterBartlett kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: post-renovation cleaning
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bartlett, a typical kitchen for Bartlett. The main complaint was a new kitchen too dusty to use. Finished kitchen: the same new kitchen dust-free and ready to use: cabinets clean inside and out, counters and appliances free of labels and residue, floor cleaned. The job covered walk-through after the trades finish, vents, returns and fixtures, plus final floor clean.
Before
AfterA Hanover Park 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story near Ontarioville, a typical kitchen for Hanover Park. What bothered the owners most: drywall dust on every surface after the remodel. Finished kitchen: the same new kitchen dust-free and ready to use: cabinets clean inside and out, counters and appliances free of labels and residue, floor cleaned. The job covered walk-through after the trades finish, vents, returns and fixtures, plus final floor clean.
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bartlett
Cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett
New five-piece shaker doors in sage green on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Bartlett →How the visit goes
- Schedule after the trades finishWe come in after the final punch list, so the clean stays clean.
- Walk-through and estimateWe look at the space and finishes and give you a written estimate.
- Detailed cleaningThe crew works top to bottom, inside and out, usually in one visit.
- Final checkWe review the kitchen with you and touch up anything missed.
Post-Renovation Cleaning questions from Bartlett homeowners
Why does dust keep coming back?
Dust trapped in vents, cabinet interiors and on trim keeps redistributing until it is removed at the source.
Can you clean grout haze off new tile?
Yes, and we take care with natural stone, which acid-based haze removers can etch.
What does post-renovation cleaning include?
Everything needed to make the kitchen usable: fine dust removed from top to bottom, interiors cleaned, stickers and residue taken off and floors cleaned.
Do you clean the HVAC vents?
We vacuum and wipe the vents and returns. Changing the furnace filter after a remodel is also a good idea.
Do you remove stickers and protective film?
Yes, from appliances, windows, sinks and fixtures, along with the adhesive they leave.
Do I need a permit for post-renovation cleaning in Bartlett?
It depends on the scope. Bartlett's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction and home improvement projects, whether done by homeowner or contractor; Remodel is a listed permit type. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Planning & Development Services).
Do you work in my part of Bartlett?
Yes. Our crews work across Bartlett — ZIP 60103, 60120 — and nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale.
Working in Bartlett
- A lot of Bartlett kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bartlett homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Planning & Development Services) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60103ZIP 60120
Post-Renovation Cleaning nearby
Other kitchen services in Bartlett
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.