Construction Cleaning Melbourne
- Rough, final and touch-up cleans for builders and developers
- Cleaning scheduled around trades, inspections and handover dates
- Scope, exclusions and site safety agreed before work starts
Builders Clean Services Planned Around Your Project
WDC Facility Services provides construction cleaning in Melbourne, including builders clean services for new builds, renovations, fit-outs and commercial projects. We plan the work around your trades, inspection dates and handover deadline, with the scope and exclusions agreed in writing before work starts.
A builders clean removes dust, debris, marks and construction residue from agreed areas so the project is ready for inspection and handover. It does not include building work, skip bins, repairs or removal of hazardous materials.
- Staged cleaning from rough clean to handover
- Methods suited to new floors, glass and fixtures
- Site induction, PPE and dust-control needs confirmed
- Checks and reporting against the agreed scope
Our Construction Cleaning Services
Construction cleaning is usually done in stages. Choose the stage you need and we will confirm the areas, surfaces, access and timing with your site manager before quoting. For background on each stage, read our guide to construction cleaning services.
Rough Clean
A rough clean removes loose building debris, packaging, offcuts and heavy dust once major trades finish, so the following trades can work in a safer, cleaner space. We sweep and vacuum floors, clear accessible surfaces and tidy work areas as agreed.
Skip bins, bulk building waste and hazardous materials are not part of the routine scope and should be arranged separately with your builder or waste contractor.
Final Clean
A final clean prepares the finished space for inspection and handover. Tasks can include wiping benchtops, cupboards, shelves, doors, skirting, tiles and fixtures, cleaning internal glass and removing dust, stickers, labels and light marks.
We choose tools and products to suit each new finish and test in a small area where a surface is unfamiliar or easily marked.
Dust Removal and Vacuuming
Fine dust from sanding, plastering and cutting settles on ledges, window tracks, vents, light fittings and inside cabinetry. We remove it from accessible surfaces from the top down so it is not carried onto cleaned floors.
If your site safety plan requires HEPA-filtered vacuums or other dust controls, tell us before quoting. Silica-containing and other hazardous dusts need site-specific controls and are not assumed in a standard scope.
Floor Cleaning
Hard floors, tiles, concrete and vinyl are vacuumed, swept and cleaned with machines or hand tools suited to the surface. Carpet is vacuumed as agreed, with stain or heavy-residue removal quoted separately.
Paint, adhesive, grout haze and cement residue can damage some finishes if removed incorrectly, so we assess these first and confirm what can be removed safely.
Windows, Glass and Frames
We clean accessible internal and external glass, frames and sills, removing dust, stickers and light paint splatter where this can be done without scratching the surface. Tracks and flyscreens are vacuumed and wiped as agreed.
High-rise, rope-access and other elevated work need a separate assessment and suitable access equipment before they are added to the scope.
Handover Touch-Up
After the final inspection, touch-up cleaning deals with marks, dust or missed areas raised by the builder, client or inspector, so the property is ready for handover. We complete the agreed items against your inspection or defect list.
Timing is confirmed with your site manager, and any damage or defects we notice are reported rather than repaired as part of cleaning.
Construction Cleaning Environments
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A Clear Cleaning Scope for Your Project
A reliable builders clean starts with knowing what is included, what is excluded and who is responsible for each task. We coordinate access, trade sequencing and inspection dates with your site manager, then check completed work against the agreed scope.
Tell us about floor finishes, protective coverings, dust-control requirements, site inductions and handover dates so these can be considered before quoting.
Staged Cleaning Scope
We define the stage, areas, surfaces and finishes in writing, so rough, final and touch-up cleans are clear to you and your site team.
Surface-Appropriate Methods
New finishes can scratch or stain. We match tools, vacuums and products to each surface and test in a small area where needed.
Program-Based Timing
Cleaning dates, site inductions, access and keys are agreed to fit your trades, inspections and handover.
Checks and Communication
Completed work is checked against the agreed tasks. Damage, defects and items needing builder attention are reported to your site contact.
Our Construction Cleaning Process
Our process keeps cleaning aligned with your build program. We agree the task list with your site, clean to the stage you need and report anything that needs your builder’s or trades’ attention.
Site Walkthrough
We review the project stage, floor finishes, protective coverings, access and handover timeline with your site contact, then agree the scope, exclusions and cleaning stages.
Staged Cleaning
We clean from the top down, from high surfaces and fittings to floors, and follow your site safety rules, including induction, PPE and traffic controls.
Inspection and Handover
We check completed tasks against the agreed scope, complete agreed touch-up items and leave the property ready for inspection and handover.
Get Your Free Construction Cleaning Quote
Tell us your project address, type of build, floor area, cleaning stage and handover date. We will review your requirements and provide an obligation-free quote for the agreed construction cleaning scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about builders clean services, cleaning stages, scope and responsibilities on Melbourne construction projects.
What is a builders clean?
A builders clean is the cleaning done after construction or renovation work so the property can be inspected and handed over. It typically covers dust and debris removal, surface wiping, floors, glass, fixtures and bathrooms. The exact tasks depend on the scope agreed in your quote.
What is the difference between a rough clean, final clean and touch-up?
A rough clean removes heavy dust and loose debris after major trades so later work can proceed. A final clean prepares finished surfaces for inspection and handover. A touch-up deals with items raised at inspection, such as marks or missed areas.
When should construction cleaning be booked?
Book once you know your handover date and the stage the project has reached. Share your program, inspection dates and access arrangements so cleaning can be scheduled after trades finish in each area and before handover. Staged projects may need more than one visit.
Do you remove building waste, paint or cement residue?
Routine construction cleaning covers general dust, light debris and surface marks. Skip bins, bulk building waste and hazardous materials such as asbestos are not included. Heavy paint, adhesive or cement residue can damage finishes, so these are assessed during the walkthrough and quoted separately if they can be removed safely.
Can you clean on an active construction site?
We can work on active sites where your site rules allow. We confirm induction, PPE, access, dust-control and permit requirements with your site contact before work starts, and plan cleaning around trades working in the same areas.
How much does construction cleaning in Melbourne cost?
Price depends on floor area, number of levels, project stage, amount of dust and debris, finishes, access and number of visits. Share your project details so we can assess the scope and provide an itemised quote rather than an unsupported flat rate.
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Construction Cleaning Across Melbourne
Ask us about construction cleaning and builders clean services for your project in Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs listed below. Scheduling and service availability are confirmed for your location when we review the scope.
- Docklands
- Southbank
- Carlton
- Fitzroy
- Richmond
- St Kilda
- South Yarra
- Port Melbourne
- Footscray
- Brunswick
- Hawthorn
- Preston
- Essendon
- Dandenong
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