Fine drywall dust on every surface
Dry dusting just moves drywall dust into the air. We capture it with HEPA vacuums and finish with microfiber that holds it.
Serving Batavia & nearby Geneva, St. Charles
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Batavia, IL
Construction dust, residue and debris cleared out of your new Batavia kitchen so you can actually use it.
- Serving Batavia ZIP 60510, 60539
- A clear checklist of what gets cleaned
- Scheduled around your day
After-remodel cleanup problems we handle in Batavia
When the contractor packs up, the new kitchen is still coated in fine drywall and sawdust, with stickers on the appliances and grout haze on the tile. We clean Batavia kitchens after renovation with HEPA vacuums and damp wiping, inside every cabinet and drawer and up to the vents.
Dust in vents and returns
If the HVAC ran during the work, the vent covers and returns are full of fine dust. We clean them so it doesn't keep circulating.
Dust on light fixtures and trim
Pendants, recessed trims, window sills, door casings and baseboards all hold dust. We clean each one by hand.
Grout haze on new tile
If the new tile looks dull, there is probably haze on it. It comes off with the right cleaner and a buffing pad.
Scratch-prone new surfaces
Construction dust is abrasive. We lift it off instead of rubbing it in, so new finishes keep their shine.
Cleanup before moving back in
If you moved out for the remodel, we get the kitchen ready so you can unpack straight into clean cabinets.
Paint specks and caulk smears
We remove paint spatter and caulk smudges from tile, glass and hardware, carefully and without harsh solvents on new finishes.
Dust inside new cabinets and drawers
Even closed cabinets fill with dust during a remodel. We vacuum and wipe every box, shelf, drawer and hinge before your dishes go in.
What the cleaning covers
- Debris pickupLeftover scraps, packaging and small debris are bagged and removed from the kitchen.
- HEPA vacuuming top to bottomWe vacuum from the top of the room down with HEPA machines to capture fine dust.
- Inside cabinets and drawersEvery cabinet box, shelf and drawer is vacuumed and wiped, including hinges and slides.
- Vents, returns and fixturesWe clean the vent covers and returns and dust every fixture.
- Labels, adhesive and filmStickers, protective film and tape residue come off appliances, glass and fixtures.
- Grout haze and spot cleanupWe clean grout film from tile and take off paint and adhesive spots.
- Final floor cleanWe finish with the floor, using a cleaner safe for the material.
Products and methods
Adhesive removers safe for finishesGentle adhesive removers, tested on a hidden spot first.
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.
pH-neutral cleaners for stone and new finishesSafe for new stone counters, sealed grout and painted cabinets that are still curing.
Microfiber clothsHold fine dust when damp and leave fewer streaks on stainless and glass.
Post-Renovation Cleaning before and after — Batavia homes
Before
AfterA Batavia two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia. The main complaint was stickers, tape and residue all over the new kitchen. The result: 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. On site this meant labels, adhesive and film, grout haze and spot cleanup, plus final floor clean.
Before
AfterPost-Renovation Cleaning in a 1990s two-story colonial, Geneva
A 1990s two-story colonial near Mill Creek, a typical kitchen for Geneva. The reason for the call: stickers, tape and residue all over the new kitchen. The result: 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. On site this meant debris pickup, labels, adhesive and film, plus final floor clean.
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Geneva →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Batavia
Finished: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Batavia →
Before
AfterBatavia kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in forest green, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Batavia →
Before
AfterBatavia kitchen, 1980s two-story: cabinet refacing
What changed: new flat slab doors with a thin edge in white uppers and deep green lowers on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Batavia →Cleaning day
- Schedule after the trades finishBook the cleaning once the last trade is done so dust isn't added back.
- Walk-through and estimatePhotos or a quick visit let us confirm the scope and price in writing.
- Detailed cleaningHEPA vacuuming, interiors, vents, labels and residue, then damp wiping and floors.
- Final checkYou inspect the kitchen with us before we leave.
Post-Renovation Cleaning questions from Batavia homeowners
How long does the cleaning take?
Most kitchens take a day or less. Heavy dust or several rooms add time.
What does post-renovation cleaning include?
HEPA vacuuming and damp wiping of every surface, inside cabinets and drawers, vents and returns, light fixtures, appliances, windows, and removing labels, adhesive, paint specks and grout haze.
Can you clean grout haze off new tile?
Yes, and we take care with natural stone, which acid-based haze removers can etch.
Doesn't my contractor clean up?
Many renovation contracts include debris removal but not detailed cleaning. Check yours; if it's not listed, that's where we come in.
Will you damage my new finishes?
We are careful with new surfaces; grit is the main risk, so we vacuum it off before any wiping.
Can Batavia bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Refrigerators (doors removed), water heaters (drained) and dishwashers set out by calling hauler 630-587-8282 at least one day ahead, one refuse sticker each. Freon appliances arranged through the hauler. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for post-renovation cleaning in Batavia?
It depends on the scope. Batavia's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction; a Residential Alteration handout is available. We handle the permit when one is needed with City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Batavia?
Yes. Our crews work across Batavia — ZIP 60510, 60539 — and nearby Geneva, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Batavia
- A lot of Batavia kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Batavia homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Downtown Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
ZIP 60510ZIP 60539
Post-Renovation Cleaning nearby
Other kitchen services in Batavia
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.