Final building cleaning
Dust and dirt are created during construction, refurbishment or renovation work. We explain how to thoroughly remove these contaminants from surfaces and floors as part of a final building cleaning.
Content
At a glance
End-of-construction cleaning includes intermediate construction cleaning, final construction cleaning and basic cleaning.
During interim construction cleaning, construction dirt is regularly removed during the construction phase to ensure construction site safety.
Final cleaning takes place after completion of the construction work and removes all construction waste and soiling.
Basic cleaning takes place after the building has been approved and ensures optimum cleanliness.
What is a building cleaning?
Final construction cleaning is important to remove construction dirt from a house or flat after a new build, remodelling or renovation work. Final construction site cleaning includes cleaning the interior and exterior. In addition to soiling and waste, any harmful substances are also removed. Final construction cleaning can be divided into three areas: interim construction cleaning, final construction cleaning and basic cleaning after the construction work.
What is involved in final building cleaning?
Removal of mortar residues, paint splashes, drilling dust, joint sealants or protective films
Disposal of waste, rubble and pollutants
Cleaning of all surfaces such as walls, tiles, doors and windows
Maintenance of radiators and lamps
Cleaning and impregnation of floor coverings
Basic cleaning after construction work: Responsibilities explained
The basic cleaning takes place after the building has been accepted in order to make the newly renovated or remodelled rooms ready for occupancy and habitable. The last traces of dirt and dust are removed from all objects and surfaces so that the rooms are left tread-proof and safe. Each tradesperson is responsible for cleaning their own area of work and removes coarse dirt once the work has been completed. Detailed basic cleaning is carried out by the owner or an external cleaning service provider.
Cleaning tips after building work
In principle, you can carry out the final cleaning on your construction site yourself. We have compiled suitable guide articles and cleaning tips for you below.
Tip:
Markings and pencil strokes on tiles in the bathroom or kitchen can be easily removed with an eraser.
Villeroy & Boch can help you with your final building cleaning
Regardless of whether you want to clean your home after a renovation or clean your new build before you move in: Take a look at our other cleaning guides and tips on the subject of soiling in the bathroom.