Post-Construction Cleaning

Professional post-construction cleaning is not a single event. It is a phased process that follows the construction timeline. At MB Clean Solutions, we offer all three phases of post-construction cleaning, and we work closely with your general contractor and project manager to schedule each phase at the optimal time in the construction sequence.

Phase 1: Rough Clean (During Construction): The rough clean happens while construction is still underway, typically after framing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-ins are complete but before finish materials are installed. During this phase, we remove large debris, sweep and vacuum all floors, clean up accumulated dust from overhead work, and ensure the space is clean enough for finish trades to begin their work. This phase is critical because construction dust that is not removed before flooring, painting, and trim installation will become trapped beneath finish materials and cause problems later. In South Florida's humid environment, trapped dust combined with moisture can create mold issues in wall cavities and behind baseboards if not addressed during the rough clean phase.

Phase 2: Detail Clean (After Finish Work): The detail clean is the most labor-intensive phase and typically happens after all finish work is complete: flooring installed, walls painted, trim and fixtures mounted, MEP systems operational. During this phase, our team performs a comprehensive top-to-bottom cleaning that addresses every surface in the space. We remove all remaining construction dust using HEPA-filtered vacuums and damp-wipe techniques, clean all windows inside and out (including frame tracks and hardware), remove paint overspray and adhesive residue from glass and fixtures, detail-clean all restrooms and kitchen areas, scrub and treat all floor surfaces, clean light fixtures and ceiling tiles, wipe down every outlet cover, switch plate, and hardware piece, and address any other construction-related contamination throughout the space.

Phase 3: Final Clean / Punch-List Clean: The final clean happens just before occupancy or the certificate of occupancy inspection. It is a quality-assurance pass that addresses any areas missed or re-contaminated since the detail clean, touches up any smudges or marks created by final punch-list trades, and ensures the space is truly move-in ready. This is also when we perform a walkthrough with the general contractor or property manager to confirm that every area meets the standard required for handover. For major projects in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or West Palm Beach, this final phase often coincides with the building inspector's visit, making its thoroughness critical to staying on schedule.

We can perform any individual phase or all three, depending on your project needs and timeline. Most of our commercial clients in the tri-county area engage us for the full three-phase process, which ensures consistent quality from rough-in through final handover.

Post-construction cleaning in the Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach markets is priced per square foot, and the honest answer is that the rate depends on four factors: the phase (rough, detail, or final), the amount of construction debris and dust, the finish level of the space, and the total square footage. Here is how our pricing breaks down by project scenario:

Final Clean Only, Light Tenant Buildout — $0.30 to $0.50 per sq ft: A small office or retail buildout where the GC has kept the site relatively clean, finishes are simple, and only a single final clean is needed before handover. Example: a 4,000 sq ft office suite runs roughly $1,200-$2,000.

Detail + Final Clean, Standard Commercial Project — $0.50 to $0.80 per sq ft: The most common scenario: a full detail clean after finish trades complete, plus a punch-list final pass before the walkthrough. Example: a 15,000 sq ft medical or office buildout runs roughly $7,500-$12,000 across both visits.

Full Three-Phase Cleaning, Heavy Construction — $0.70 to $1.10 per sq ft: Ground-up construction or major renovation with concrete work, extensive drywall, and demanding finishes, cleaned in all three phases (rough, detail, final). Example: a 40,000 sq ft project runs roughly $28,000-$44,000 spread across the construction timeline.

What makes the rate move within those ranges: heavy paint overspray and adhesive on glass (razor work is slow), high ceilings requiring lifts, specialty floors that need stripping and waxing or polishing, occupied-building constraints (night work, freight elevator scheduling), and compressed timelines that require larger crews.

How we quote: every project gets a free on-site walkthrough and a written, per-phase proposal, so the number you approve is the number you pay. We do not bill hourly for post-construction work, because hourly billing punishes you for the slowest crew. Per-square-foot pricing keeps the risk on us and the incentive on efficiency.

For budgeting a South Florida commercial project, $0.50-$0.80 per square foot for a detail-plus-final clean is the realistic planning number in 2026. Anyone quoting dramatically below that range is either planning a single quick pass that will not survive a punch-list inspection, or planning to renegotiate once they see the site.

Post-construction cleaning requires a specific skill set, equipment inventory, and operational capability that differs significantly from routine janitorial work. Choosing the right cleaning partner for your construction project is a decision that directly impacts your handover timeline, inspection outcomes, and client satisfaction. Here is what makes MB Clean Solutions the preferred post-construction cleaning provider for general contractors and developers across South Florida.

Construction-Specific Expertise: Our team understands the construction process and the specific types of contamination each trade leaves behind. We know that drywall dust requires HEPA filtration, not just sweeping. We know that window cleaning after construction involves razor blade scraping for paint and adhesive, not just glass cleaner and paper towels. We know that new tile grout needs pH-neutral cleaners, not acidic products that etch the surface. We know that VCT flooring requires a specific stripping and waxing protocol after construction, and that polished concrete needs a different approach than sealed concrete. This construction-specific knowledge ensures we clean effectively without damaging new finishes.

Scalable Workforce: Commercial construction projects in South Florida range from 2,000 square foot tenant improvement buildouts to 500,000+ square foot high-rise developments. We have the organizational capacity to staff projects at any scale, from a focused team of 4-6 cleaners for a small office renovation to crews of 30-50+ for large multi-floor projects with aggressive timelines. We maintain relationships with trained, vetted supplemental crew members who allow us to scale up rapidly without compromising quality.

Competitive, Transparent Pricing: Our post-construction cleaning services range from $0.30 to $1.10 per square foot, with the rate determined by the construction type, debris level, number of cleaning phases, and project size. A clean tenant buildout with minimal dust might fall at $0.30-$0.50/sq ft for a final clean, while a full three-phase cleaning of a heavy construction project with concrete, drywall, and extensive finish work ranges from $0.70-$1.10/sq ft. We provide detailed written proposals that break down costs by phase and area so there are no surprises.

Schedule Reliability: In commercial construction, the cleaning crew is almost always on the critical path to occupancy. If the cleaning team is late or takes longer than planned, it pushes back inspections, certificate of occupancy timelines, and tenant move-in dates. We understand this urgency and have built our reputation on showing up on schedule, completing work within the agreed timeline, and communicating proactively if any issues arise. General contractors throughout Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach rely on us specifically because we do not cause schedule delays.

SBE & WOSB Certified: Our Small Business Enterprise and Women-Owned Small Business certifications qualify us as a vendor for government construction projects, public school construction, healthcare facility buildouts, and corporate projects with supplier diversity requirements. Many of South Florida's largest general contractors include us on their approved vendor lists for these certifications.

100% Satisfaction on Final Walkthrough: We guarantee that every area will meet inspection standards during the final walkthrough. If the general contractor, property manager, or building inspector identifies any area that needs additional attention, we return and address it immediately at no extra charge.