Post-Renovation Cleaning in Wheaton, IL

After-remodel cleanup problems we handle in Wheaton

Construction dust is finer than household dust and settles back down for days after a broom stirs it up. Our crew in Wheaton 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 Wheaton 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.

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.

Debris and dust on windows

Window tracks fill with grit during construction. We vacuum them and clean the glass inside.

Scratch-prone new surfaces

New stainless, glossy cabinet paint and polished stone scratch easily if wiped with grit on the cloth. We vacuum first and use clean microfiber.

Dust on light fixtures and trim

Light fixtures and the tops of trim are easy to miss. We work from the ceiling down so nothing gets re-dusted.

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.

Tape residue and protective film

When the floor protection comes up, the tape lines often stay. We clean them off.

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.

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What the cleaning covers

Walk-through after the trades finishWe look at the finishes, materials and remaining labels or residue and confirm what is included.
Debris pickupLeftover scraps, packaging and small debris are bagged and removed from the kitchen.
HEPA vacuuming top to bottomCeiling corners, fixtures, cabinet tops, shelves and floors are vacuumed with HEPA filtration.
Vents, returns and fixturesRegister covers, return grilles, light fixtures and outlet covers are cleaned.
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.

Microfiber clothsHold fine dust when damp and leave fewer streaks on stainless and glass.

Grout haze removersWe choose the haze remover by tile type, with stone-safe options for marble and limestone.

pH-neutral cleaners for stone and new finishesMild, neutral cleaners that won't harm fresh sealers or finishes.

Plastic razor blades and non-scratch padsLift paint specks and caulk from glass and tile without scratching.

What the work looks like in Wheaton homes

Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — before — Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s two-story, Wheaton

The site: a 1980s two-story near Danada Square area. What bothered the owners most: a new kitchen too dusty to use. After: 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 walk-through after the trades finish, debris pickup, plus final floor clean.

Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — after — Post-Renovation Cleaning in a 1980s two-story, Wheaton

The site: a 1980s two-story near Danada Square area. What bothered the owners most: a new kitchen too dusty to use. After: 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 walk-through after the trades finish, debris pickup, plus final floor clean.

Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Glen Ellyn, before — A Glen Ellyn two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after

The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glen Ellyn. What bothered the owners most: construction dust in the cabinets and drawers. 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 vents, returns and fixtures, grout haze and spot cleanup, plus final floor clean.
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Glen Ellyn →

Post-Renovation Cleaning project in Glen Ellyn, after — A Glen Ellyn two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after

The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glen Ellyn. What bothered the owners most: construction dust in the cabinets and drawers. 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 vents, returns and fixtures, grout haze and spot cleanup, plus final floor clean.
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Kitchen Remodeling project near Wheaton, before — Wheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen remodeling

What changed: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →

Kitchen Remodeling project near Wheaton, after — Wheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen remodeling

What changed: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →

Kitchen Cabinet Painting project near Wheaton, before — Wheaton kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet painting

The same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →

Kitchen Cabinet Painting project near Wheaton, after — Wheaton kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet painting

The same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →

Cabinet Refacing project near Wheaton, before — Cabinet Refacing in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Wheaton

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 Wheaton →

Cabinet Refacing project near Wheaton, after — Cabinet Refacing in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Wheaton

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 Wheaton →

How the visit goes

Schedule after the trades finishWe come in after the final punch list, so the clean stays clean.
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.

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Post-Renovation Cleaning questions from Wheaton homeowners

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?

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.

How much does post-renovation cleaning cost?

The scope of the remodel and the amount of residue drive the price. You get a line-item estimate first.

When should the cleaning be scheduled?

Book it for after the last trade visit. We can do a rough clean earlier if you need it and a final one at the end.

Doesn't my contractor clean up?

A broom-clean leaves fine dust on every surface. Our cleaning is the detailed step after that.

Do you work in my part of Wheaton?

Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.

Working in Wheaton

A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.

Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area

ZIP 60189ZIP 60187