Why Post-Construction Clean Up is a Must

As business owners ourselves, of a cleaning company no less, we understand how important it is to keep your facilities clean – especially after any sort of work is done in the interior or on the exterior of your property.

But why are they so important? While you may think it's all for looks, the answer is deeper than that.

Why Do You Need Post-Construction Cleanup?

Construction projects can generate a large amount of dust that gets sent all over the place, throughout hallways, onto doors, windows, and more. Post-construction cleaning is the act of removing all this dust from your property to ensure you, your team, and your customers can safely return.

With proper post-construction cleanup, you'll:

Keep Your Employees Happy & Safe

Post-construction cleanup is important, not just for the appearance of your building but also for the health and happiness of your employees. Construction dust can be harmful to the respiratory systems of your employees and may present a health hazard for those with severe allergies.

Additionally, if left in disarray following construction, your facility could be at risk of serious accidents or injuries that could be easily avoided with a thorough cleaning after completion.

Some studies have shown that a clean work environment can lead to better morale, improved health, and higher productivity.

Prevent Future Repairs

Save Your Furniture & Building's Quality

When buildings aren't cleaned thoroughly, dirt, dust, and other residue can cause wear and tear on your building and equipment. For example, the dirt and dust you see on your furniture are like sandpaper to it.

It is abrasive enough to slowly grind away a shine. It also causes stains and discoloration on walls, flooring, ceilings, fixtures, furniture, and appliances. Ensuring proper cleaning can prevent this all.

Save Your HVAC System

The dust from construction can get into air conditioning units, increasing their workload as they strain to remove it from the air. This can lead to higher energy costs, lower worker productivity, and possibly a shortened lifespan for your HVAC system.

Prevent Electrical Problems

Dust often settles on electrical wiring, which can result in short circuits that may cause serious injury or even death to anyone who works in the building. Thus, post-construction cleaning services are essential if you want to maintain a safe work environment for your employees.

When Do You Need It?

Post-construction cleanup will, of course, occur after the project is finished, but construction cleaning may even occur throughout construction to prevent build-up from occurring. Some construction companies may perform this on their own, while freelance contractors may outsource these duties to save on time.

Either way, seeking out your own commercial cleaning company as a business owner or manager is a smart choice to ensure a deep clean before your business opens. And it'll make your final project truly shine!

What's Included in Post-Construction Cleanup?

When it comes time to clean up the construction mess, don't go looking for your own construction cleanup list. Instead, turn to a professional like ServiceMaster and trust their professional judgment on what needs to be done.

Not only will ServiceMaster make sure you get the most out of your clean, but a cleaning company will have the proper tools and cleaning equipment for the job. The particles that makeup construction dust can be very damaging to household cleaning tools and remain ineffective against your typical cleaning solutions.

During our post-construction cleanup services, we:

Wipe Down All Surfaces

Once the construction has been completed, it's important to have all surfaces dusted and wiped down. Our cleaning experts rely on a top-down method and commercial-grade vacuums to restore your space.

This goes far beyond tables and countertops. It includes:

• Handrails
• Doorknobs
• Appliances
• Lampshades
• Light fixtures
• Décor
• Light switches
• Baseboards