Written by the Stylfixx team · Reviewed by Omar Sharieff, Director, Stylfixx Innovations Pvt. Ltd. · Last updated 10 November 2026
Quick answer: Post-construction cleaning is done in three passes: remove debris and dust from top to bottom, then deep-clean every surface (windows, tiles, fittings, kitchen and bathrooms), then do a final detail clean and inspection. Work from the ceiling down and from the farthest room towards the door, and remove cement and paint splashes before they harden further. In Bengaluru in 2026, professional post-renovation cleaning of an unfurnished home usually costs ₹4 to ₹8 per sq ft.
Before you start
- Wait until all trades have finished, including painting touch-ups and electrical fittings. Cleaning before the last contractor leaves means cleaning twice.
- Get the right equipment: a vacuum with a HEPA filter for fine dust, microfibre cloths, plastic scrapers, a squeegee, pH-neutral cleaner, a tile-safe cement residue remover and gloves and masks.
- Ventilate: open windows and run fans; fine construction dust settles for days.
- Test chemicals first on a hidden corner, especially on granite, marble and wooden finishes. Acid-based cleaners can etch stone.
Post-construction cleaning checklist
Pass 1: Rough clean
- Remove debris, packaging, offcuts and leftover materials.
- Sweep and vacuum loose dust from ceilings, walls and floors, top to bottom.
- Vacuum around switchboards, AC vents and ceiling fans.
- Scrape off large cement, plaster and paint splashes with plastic scrapers.
Pass 2: Deep clean, room by room
Every room
- Wipe walls and skirting with a damp microfibre cloth.
- Clean doors, frames, handles and hinges.
- Clean switches, sockets and light fittings (power off).
- Clean window glass, frames, sliding tracks and mesh; vacuum tracks first.
- Wipe inside wardrobes and cabinets, top shelves first.
Floors
- Vacuum, then mop with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Remove grout haze from new tiles with a tile-safe haze remover.
- Clean grout lines with a soft brush.
- Polish granite or marble only after all residue is removed.
Kitchen
- Clean inside and outside cabinets, drawers and shelves.
- Clean the counter, sink, taps and backsplash; remove silicone smears.
- Clean the chimney and hob surfaces, removing protective films.
- Wipe appliance exteriors.
Bathrooms
- Descale taps, shower heads and fittings.
- Clean the WC, washbasin, vanity and mirror.
- Remove cement and grout residue from wall and floor tiles.
- Clean the glass partition and its channels.
- Check that the floor drains properly after cleaning.
Balconies and outdoor areas
- Sweep and wash floors, remove paint splashes from railings.
- Clear drain outlets of debris.
Pass 3: Detail clean and inspection
- Final dusting of all horizontal surfaces after dust has settled.
- Final mop of all floors.
- Walk through every room in daylight and list paint, tile or fitting defects for the contractor.
- Check that all switches, taps and drains work.
DIY or professional?
| DIY | Professional team | |
|---|---|---|
| Time for a 2BHK | Usually 2–4 days for two people | About a day for a trained crew |
| Equipment | Household tools; fine dust is hard to remove | Industrial vacuums, scrapers and the right chemicals |
| Risk | Scratching new glass, etching stone, damaging finishes | Lower, with tested chemicals and methods |
| Cost | Your time plus materials | About ₹4 – ₹8 per sq ft for an unfurnished home |
For a 1,000 sq ft unfurnished flat, professional post-construction cleaning usually costs about ₹4,000 to ₹8,000, depending on how much debris and residue is left. Exact prices are fixed after a site visit.
Common mistakes
- Using acid on everything: it removes cement but can damage granite, marble, grout and fittings.
- Steel scrubbers on glass and tiles: they scratch permanently.
- Dry sweeping fine dust: it just moves into the air and settles again. Vacuum first.
- Cleaning before the final touch-ups.
How Stylfixx can help
Stylfixx provides post-renovation and deep cleaning across Bengaluru, and because we also renovate, our crews know how to clean new tiles, glass and fittings without damaging them. See our home cleaning services page for deep cleaning rates for 1BHK to villas.
Book post-construction cleaning: call or WhatsApp +91 98861 66157 with your flat size and the date. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm.
FAQs
What is post-construction cleaning?
It is the deep clean done after building or renovation work to remove debris, fine dust, cement and paint splashes, grout haze and protective films so the home is ready to live in.
How much does post-construction cleaning cost in Bangalore?
In 2026, professional post-renovation cleaning of an unfurnished home usually costs ₹4 to ₹8 per sq ft, depending on how much debris and residue is left.
How long does post-construction cleaning take?
A trained crew usually cleans an unfurnished 2BHK in about a day. Doing it yourself typically takes two people 2 to 4 days.
How do you remove cement stains from new tiles?
Scrape off thick splashes with a plastic scraper, then use a tile-safe cement or grout haze remover. Test it on a hidden corner first, and don't use acid on granite or marble.
When should post-construction cleaning be done?
After every trade has finished, including paint touch-ups and electrical fittings, and before furniture moves in.
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