Serving Mount Prospect & nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights

Post-Renovation Cleaning in Mount Prospect, IL

Construction dust, residue and debris cleared out of your new Mount Prospect kitchen so you can actually use it.

  • Crews working in Mount Prospect ZIP 60056, 60005
  • Products that are safe for your finishes
  • Appliances, hood and the hard-to-reach places included

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After-remodel cleanup problems we handle in Mount Prospect

Construction dust is finer than household dust and settles back down for days after a broom stirs it up. Our crew in Mount Prospect removes it properly: HEPA vacuuming first, then wiping every surface, inside the new cabinets, along the trim and in the vent registers.

Older home: possible lead in the dust

Remodels in older Mount Prospect houses can disturb lead-based paint. Confirm with your renovation contractor that lead-safe cleanup and cleaning verification were completed; we then do the detailed cleaning with HEPA equipment.

Dust on light fixtures and trim

Every ledge in the room collects dust during a remodel: casings, crown, sills and baseboards. We wipe them all.

Scratch-prone new surfaces

Construction dust is abrasive. We lift it off instead of rubbing it in, so new finishes keep their shine.

Dust in vents and returns

Registers and return grilles near the kitchen collect construction dust. We remove and clean the covers where possible.

Grout haze on new tile

A cloudy film on fresh backsplash or floor tile is grout residue. We remove it with a cleaner suited to the tile once the grout has cured as directed.

Cleanup before moving back in

We clean after the trades and before the boxes return, so nothing goes into a dusty drawer.

Stickers and labels on new appliances

Peeling the film off stainless leaves a sticky residue. We take it off carefully and clean the surface along the grain.

Inside new appliances

Ovens, dishwashers and refrigerators collect dust and packing debris. We clean them inside and remove any leftover foam or tape.

What we clean

  • 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.
  • Inside cabinets and drawersWe clean the inside of all cabinets and drawers so they are ready for dishes.
  • 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 windowsWe clean inside the new appliances and finish the sink, faucet and window glass.
  • Final floor cleanThe floor is vacuumed and cleaned last with a product suited to the new flooring.

Methods we use

Plastic razor blades and non-scratch padsPlastic scrapers and soft pads remove stuck-on spots safely.
pH-neutral cleaners for stone and new finishesMild, neutral cleaners that won't harm fresh sealers or finishes.
Adhesive removers safe for finishesUsed to take off stickers and tape residue without dulling paint, stainless or plastic.
HEPA vacuumsVacuums with HEPA filters are the main tool for construction dust.
Grout haze removersWe choose the haze remover by tile type, with stone-safe options for marble and limestone.

Kitchens like yours in Mount Prospect: before and after

Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — beforeBefore
Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — afterAfter

A Mount Prospect 1980s two-story: before and after

The site: a 1980s two-story in Mount Prospect. The reason for the call: a new kitchen too dusty to use. 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. The job covered debris pickup, damp wiping all surfaces, plus final floor clean.

Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Elk Grove Village, beforeBefore
Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Elk Grove Village, afterAfter

An Elk Grove Village 1980s two-story: before and after

The site: a 1980s two-story in Elk Grove Village. The reason for the call: 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. On site this meant debris pickup, labels, adhesive and film, plus damp wiping all surfaces.

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Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Glenview, beforeBefore
Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Glenview, afterAfter

Post-Renovation Cleaning in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Glenview

The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near The Grove. The reason for the call: construction dust in the cabinets and drawers. 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. The job covered walk-through after the trades finish, debris pickup, plus final floor clean.

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Kitchen Remodeling project near Mount Prospect, beforeBefore
Kitchen Remodeling project near Mount Prospect, afterAfter

Before and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Mount Prospect

What changed: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.

Kitchen Remodeling in Mount Prospect →
Kitchen Cabinet Painting project near Mount Prospect, beforeBefore
Kitchen Cabinet Painting project near Mount Prospect, afterAfter

Before and after: a 1960s ranch in Mount Prospect

The same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.

Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Mount Prospect →

From walk-through to done

  1. Schedule after the trades finishBook the cleaning once the last trade is done so dust isn't added back.
  2. Walk-through and estimatePhotos or a quick visit let us confirm the scope and price in writing.
  3. Detailed cleaningHEPA vacuuming, interiors, vents, labels and residue, then damp wiping and floors.
  4. Final checkYou inspect the kitchen with us before we leave.

Post-Renovation Cleaning questions from Mount Prospect homeowners

How much does post-renovation cleaning cost?
It depends on the size of the area, how much dust and residue there is and whether interiors and windows are included. We give a written, itemized estimate after seeing it.
Is post-construction cleaning worth it?
If you want to use the kitchen right away without dust in every drawer, yes. It also protects new finishes from being scratched by wiping grit.
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.
Why does dust keep coming back?
Fine construction dust floats and resettles for days, and it hides in vents and cabinets. HEPA vacuuming and cleaning the returns stops the cycle.
When should the cleaning be scheduled?
Once the contractor is done and the floor protection is up. If any work remains, it's best to wait.
Can Mount Prospect bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Republic Services collects approved bulk items weekly at no charge. Appliances (white goods) cost an extra fee paid on pickup day. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Can you do post-renovation cleaning in a Mount Prospect condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do I need a permit for post-renovation cleaning in Mount Prospect?
It depends on the scope. Mount Prospect's rule in short: Kitchen remodels need a permit and a code review (about 10 business days). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services.
Do you work in my part of Mount Prospect?
Yes. Our crews work across Mount Prospect — ZIP 60056, 60005 — and nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village.

Working in Mount Prospect

  • A lot of Mount Prospect kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
  • Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
  • We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.

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