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.
Serving Winfield & nearby Wheaton, Carol Stream
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Winfield, IL
Construction dust, residue and debris cleared out of your new Winfield kitchen so you can actually use it.
- Serving Winfield ZIP 60190, 60185
- A clear checklist of what gets cleaned
- Scheduled around your day
After-remodel cleanup problems we handle in Winfield
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 Winfield kitchens after renovation with HEPA vacuums and damp wiping, inside every cabinet and drawer and up to the vents.
Cleanup before moving back in
We clean after the trades and before the boxes return, so nothing goes into a dusty drawer.
Fine drywall dust on every surface
That white film on everything is gypsum dust from sanding. It takes several passes, starting at the top of the room, to get it off for good.
Inside new appliances
New appliances still need a cleaning before first use. We wipe out the interiors, racks and gaskets.
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
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.
Scratch-prone new surfaces
We protect new finishes by removing loose dust before any wiping and using non-scratch pads only.
Paint specks and caulk smears
Specks of paint on new counters or flooring are common after the painters leave. We take them off one by one.
What we clean
- 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.
- 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 surfacesOnce loose dust is captured, every surface gets a damp wipe to pick up the rest.
- Grout haze and spot cleanupWe clean grout film from tile and take off paint and adhesive spots.
- Final floor cleanThe floor is vacuumed and cleaned last with a product suited to the new flooring.
How we clean different surfaces
Plastic razor blades and non-scratch padsPlastic scrapers and soft pads remove stuck-on spots safely.
Microfiber clothsHold fine dust when damp and leave fewer streaks on stainless and glass.
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.
pH-neutral cleaners for stone and new finishesMild, neutral cleaners that won't harm fresh sealers or finishes.
What the work looks like in Winfield homes
Before
AfterWinfield kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: post-renovation cleaning
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Winfield. The reason for the call: construction dust in the cabinets and drawers. 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 debris pickup, inside cabinets and drawers, plus final floor clean.
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: post-renovation cleaning
This one is a 1980s two-story near Downtown Wheaton. 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. The job covered vents, returns and fixtures, labels, adhesive and film, plus grout haze and spot cleanup.
Post-Renovation Cleaning in Wheaton →
Before
AfterWarrenville kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: post-renovation cleaning
A 1990s two-story colonial near Warrenville Lakes, a typical kitchen for Warrenville. What bothered the owners most: drywall dust on every surface after the remodel. 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. Work included inside cabinets and drawers, vents, returns and fixtures, plus labels, adhesive and film.
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Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Winfield
Cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Winfield →
Before
AfterA Winfield two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
What changed: the same doors sprayed in light sand beige, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Winfield →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 checkYou inspect the kitchen with us before we leave.
Post-Renovation Cleaning questions from Winfield homeowners
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.
How long does the cleaning take?
We give you a time estimate with the price.
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.
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.
How much does post-renovation cleaning cost?
We price after a walk-through or photos. A kitchen-only cleanup and a whole-floor job are very different.
Do you work in my part of Winfield?
Yes. Our crews work across Winfield — ZIP 60190, 60185 — and nearby Wheaton, Carol Stream, West Chicago.
Working in Winfield
- A lot of Winfield kitchens date from the 1980s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Winfield homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
ZIP 60190ZIP 60185
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Other kitchen services in Winfield
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.