Post-Renovation Cleaning San Diego:
Construction Dust Removal
Post-renovation cleaning in San Diego targets construction dust particles measuring 0.3-10 microns—invisible to the naked eye but settling on every surface. Standard cleaning redistributes this dust. Our HEPA + 275°F Steam protocol captures and eliminates it.
Your contractor finished the job, but the invisible layer of drywall dust, sawdust, and construction particles remains. It's in your HVAC system, inside your new cabinets, embedded in grout lines. If you've noticed a "dusty" smell or film after renovation, you're experiencing the construction dust problem that standard cleaning can't solve.
Why Post-Renovation Cleaning San Diego Requires HEPA Protocols
The Invisible Dust Problem
Construction dust particles are 10-100x smaller than what you can see. Drywall compound, sawdust, grout residue, and paint overspray create ultra-fine particulates that:
- •Pass through standard vacuum filters and become airborne again
- •Infiltrate closed cabinets and drawers through tiny gaps
- •Enter your HVAC system and recirculate for months
- •Bond to surfaces through static electricity
This is why you can wipe a surface "clean" and see a dust film return within hours. The dust isn't new—it's resettling from the air.
The 5 Hidden Dust Zones After Every Renovation
Contractors focus on the work area. Construction dust migrates everywhere else.
HVAC Vents & Returns
Construction dust enters your HVAC system and recirculates for months. Running AC or heat before cleaning spreads particles throughout your home.
Inside Cabinets & Drawers
Even closed cabinets collect fine dust through gaps. New kitchen cabinets need interior wipe-down before storing dishes and food.
Window Tracks & Sills
Dust accumulates in window tracks where standard cleaning tools can't reach. This dust re-enters when windows are opened.
Light Fixtures & Ceiling Fans
Upward-facing fixtures collect construction dust like bowls. Ceiling fans redistribute particles every time they run.
Baseboards & Trim
The ledge where wall meets floor catches falling dust. New trim and paint require careful cleaning to avoid damage.
The HEPA + 275°F Steam Protocol
We don't just clean after renovation—we systematically remove construction dust from every hidden zone.
HEPA Capture
Vacuums with true HEPA filters capture 99.97% of particles 0.3 microns and larger—trapping dust instead of recirculating it
Surface Treatment
Damp microfiber protocols break the static bond between dust and surfaces, allowing particles to be captured rather than displaced
275°F Steam Finish
Steam at 275°F sanitizes and removes residual film from high-touch surfaces, appliances, and fixtures
Post-Renovation Cleaning Pricing
Pricing depends on square footage, renovation scope, and time since project completion. We provide custom quotes after understanding your specific situation.
Single Room Renovation
From $400
Kitchen or bathroom remodel, single bedroom update
Full Home Renovation
From $800
Whole-home remodel, multiple room renovation, additions
All post-renovation cleaning includes: HEPA vacuuming of all surfaces, interior cabinet wipe-down, HVAC vent cleaning, window track detailing, and 275°F steam treatment of countertops and fixtures.
Post-Renovation Cleaning FAQs
Why is post-renovation dust so hard to remove?
Construction dust particles measure 0.3-10 microns—invisible to the naked eye but small enough to infiltrate HVAC systems, settle inside cabinets, and embed in fabric fibers. Standard cleaning redistributes these particles. HEPA filtration captures 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns, and 275°F steam breaks the bonds that hold fine dust to surfaces.
How soon after renovation should I schedule cleaning?
Schedule post-renovation cleaning 24-48 hours after contractors finish and dust has settled. This allows airborne particles to land on surfaces where we can capture them. Cleaning too early means particles are still airborne; waiting too long allows dust to migrate into HVAC systems and embed deeper into surfaces.
What areas need attention after a renovation?
Post-renovation cleaning focuses on: HVAC vents and returns (where dust enters your air system), inside cabinets and drawers (fine dust settles everywhere), window tracks and sills, light fixtures and ceiling fans, baseboards and trim, and all horizontal surfaces.
How much does post-renovation cleaning cost in San Diego?
Post-renovation cleaning in San Diego costs $400-$800+ depending on square footage and renovation scope. Full-home remodels require more intensive treatment than single-room updates. All pricing includes HEPA equipment, steam treatment of high-touch surfaces, and interior cabinet wipe-down.
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