After Builders Cleaning Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide for Residents

A comprehensive inspection of the job site is the last stage of the construction project! You must make that final inspection thoroughly & make sure everything is tidy, safe, and put away. This final inspection, which frequently includes a construction punch list, makes sure that all loose ends are covered, damages are taken care of, and the building is up to code. By making and using a personalized post-construction cleaning checklist, you can make sure that all of these things are done.

A Step-by-Step Guide to a Post Builders Cleaning Checklist?

A comprehensive cleaning list that breaks down the many parts of a job site is what an after-builders cleaning checklist is. It helps the cleaning team walk through each space and identify their clean-up tasks easily. 

Doing it before time is helpful in completing the construction project.

What To Include in Your after builder Checklist

Every area of the building should be covered by the post-construction cleaning checklist. It should act as a guide to aid employees in inspecting every aspect, including outside features, flooring, windows, and ceilings, as well as the removal of trash and dirt. Here are some things to add:

Entrances & Exits

Inspect and clean all doors leading into the building. These are the first areas the new owner will see when they enter the property.

  • Clean windows; 

  • Dust exterior lights; 

  • Check that all lights are functioning; 

  • Clean doors, door frames, and doorknobs; 

  • Sweep entranceways.

Living/Common Areas

The common areas and living rooms must be clutter-free, immaculate, well-lit, and spacious. Take out all evidence that you were there doing work.

  • There are no signs of paint drips on the floors or scuff marks on the walls; 

  • Floors are swept, vacuumed, or mopped; 

  • All lights are functional and dust-free; 

  • Doorknobs and light switches are clean; 

  • Remove the trash

  • Windows, window sills, and window tracks are clean and dusted;

Kitchens

Kitchens can be difficult spaces to clean because of all the hidden crevices. Finishing a building project necessitates making sure the kitchen area is clean and everything is in working condition.

  • Vacuum and mop floors 

  • Sweep and vacuum/mop windows, window sills, and window tracks 

  • Remove trash 

  • Clean sink and backsplash 

  • Clean the inside of appliances 

  • Clean the inside of cabinets and drawers 

  • Check that all cabinet hardware is clean and secure 

  • Dust all shelves and counters 

  • Clean the inside of appliances 

  • Clean the inside of cabinets and drawers 

Bathrooms

Bathrooms are sometimes among the smallest rooms in a home. But it needs to be organized and useful when a construction project is complete.

  • Floors are swept, vacuumed, and mopped. 

  • Inside of cupboards and drawers are cleaned. 

  • Cleaning the windows, baseboards, light fixtures, doorknobs, and doorframes. 

  • Remove the garbage. 

  • The shower, tub, and sink are all sterilized and clean. 

  • Toilet is sterilized.

Bedrooms

The elimination of trash, dusting of light fixtures, and thorough cleaning of the floor, walls, and windows are all necessary for a tidy and finished bedroom. Some things to look out for while assessing a bedroom area include:

  • Dusting ceiling fans and light fixtures; 

  • cleaning the interior of closets;

  • Baseboards should be cleaned, 

  • built-in shelving should be dusted, 

  • grates and vents should be dusted, 

  • paint should be removed from hinges.

Exterior Areas/Landscaping

Your post-construction cleaning checklist should end with an assessment of the exterior of the building. Make certain that any plastic, packing material, tape, and other construction-related debris are taken off the property. It should be disposed of correctly as well.

  • Clean the garage door and mailbox 

  • Power wash the walkways 

  • Sweep all porches, decks, and patios 

  • Remove all trash from the property

Try to Go For Cleaning for a Free After Builders Cleaning Checklist

The checklist Go For Cleaning offer focuses mainly on residential builds! With our team, you can create a custom checklist for commercial construction projects as well! Text us for a free consultation! We can plan a custom after-builders cleaning checklist specific to your project.

Nikolay Koychev