We work empty homes daily
An empty home is a different job from a lived-in one, it exposes everything and lets us reach it.
Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning in Al Balad, Jeddah
Al Balad is the historic commercial heart of Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage site with coral limestone tower houses and wooden rawashin latticework, souqs and daily trade markets around Bab Makkah and Bab Sharif. The buildings are very old and the porous stone and damp wood carry years of dust, grease and scents. Cleaning before furniture arrives removes black dust from the busy street, accumulated grease from restaurants and cooking, and the scent of spice and incense from the souqs before new fabrics absorb them.
- Every corner reachable while it's empty
- Price agreed before we start
- Our own equipment and materials
- Redone in the same visit
What changes about move-in and move-out cleaning in Al Balad
Fine black dust from the commercial street clings tenaciously to curtains and carpets, and the old damp stone and timber carry the scent of souqs, spices and incense that persists in fabrics even after cleaning. For the method itself, see our guide to move-in and move-out cleaning.
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The first reason
Black dust from the souqs and commercial street
Al Balad is Jeddah's commercial heart and the souqs are full of traffic, grease, spice and dust. Fine black dust clings to everything. The porous coral stone of old homes absorbs this dust deep into the material. Deep cleaning before furniture arrives removes dust from surface and stone alike.
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The second reason
Grease, spices and incense from the souqs
The busy spice markets and perfumeries release strong scents and oily particles that cling to everything. Curtains, carpets and fabrics absorb these scents rapidly. Cleaning an empty home removes a layer of scent before new furniture enters and re-absorbs it.
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The third reason
Old coral stone and damp timber hold moisture
Coral limestone and old timber absorb moisture from salt air and the busy souqs below. This causes musty smells and possible mould in corners. Deep cleaning and thorough drying before furniture arrives reduce humidity and mould.
What move-in and move-out cleaning covers in Al Balad
The historic commercial centre of Jeddah around the daily souqs, the Alawi and Bedouin markets between Bab Makkah and Bab Sharif. Coral stone houses with historic wooden latticed screens are registered as UNESCO World Heritage, with Nassif House and Al Shafi'i Mosque among the area's landmarks.
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Cabinets inside and out
Cupboards and storage in the old home hold dust, scent and moisture. We open them carefully and clean inside and out, being cautious with old timber.
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The whole kitchen
The old kitchen holds accumulated grease, cooking odours and souq scents. We focus on deep cleaning with special care for historic stone and timber.
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Bathrooms and scale removal
The old bathroom holds scale and possible mould from moisture. We remove scale and mould carefully from old stone and aged ceramic.
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Floors and corners
Stone or terrazzo floors carry black dust and grease. We sweep carefully and wipe gently to avoid damage to old stone materials.
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Windows and tracks
Old windows and tracks may be fragile and carry dust. We clean with great care to avoid breakage, and timber is sensitive to excess moisture.
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Doors, switches and light fittings
Doors, switches and light fittings are historic and may be fragile. We clean with great caution and metal fittings may be antique.
Not included
- Exterior facade and windows reached from outside or at height
- Moving, packing or storing furniture and belongings
- Repairs, patching walls, filling holes, fixing fixtures or paint
- Hauling construction rubble or removing paint splatter from renovation
How an empty home is actually cleaned
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Walk the empty property first
We go room to room, note the condition, and agree what's dirt to clean versus damage to report.
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Top-down dry work
Ceiling corners, vents, light fixtures, tops of cabinets and doors, dusted before any water touches a surface, so we're not turning that dust into streaks lower down.
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Cabinets and wardrobes, inside and out
Empty is the moment.
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Kitchen, with the appliance gaps opened
Degrease the counters and fronts, then clean the walls and floor where the stove and fridge stood.
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Bathrooms descaled
Scale on glass and taps and the grout between tiles is broken down, not just wiped over.
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Floors, then a walkthrough with you
Floors come last, after the dust above has settled and been cleared.
Al Balad on the map
Why us for this job in particular
A full team arrives together
We send a team, not one person.
Our equipment comes with us
Degreasers, descalers and machines arrive with the team.
We separate dirt from damage
At the walk-through we tell you plainly what's cleaned and what's wear the clean can't fix, so you're not surprised at your own handover.
From our work
Photographs from real jobs carried out by the crew.
The job doesn't close before you've seen it
The commitment is simple enough to actually keep: we don't leave until you've walked the property and told us what you think.
Landmarks of Al Balad
A home close to Nassif House, Al Shafi'i Mosque, Souq Al Alawi or Souq Al Badu needs deep cleaning from souq dust, spices and grease. We reach it via the narrow historic souqs, focusing on removing market, incense and spice scents absorbed into the old coral stone.
- Nassif House
- Al Shafi'i Mosque
- Souq Al Alawi
- Souq Al Badu
- Bab Makkah
- Bab Sharif
Questions about move-in and move-out cleaning in Al Balad
Does black dust from the souqs leave permanent stains on old floors?
Black greasy dust can stain if not cleaned quickly. Damp stone absorbs grease easily. Our cleaning removes most staining.
Do souq and spice scents disappear after deep cleaning?
We remove most scent through deep cleaning and ventilation. However, old stone may hold a faint scent for a long time. New furniture will absorb scent if it enters immediately after cleaning.
Does the porous coral stone in Al Balad need special care?
Yes, porous stone absorbs water, grease and scents easily. We use specialist products and take care to avoid damaging the historic material.
Is the historic timber safe during deep cleaning?
Old timber can be fragile. We avoid excess moisture and harsh products that could damage the heritage material.
How different is cleaning a heritage home from cleaning a modern flat?
Very different indeed. Heritage homes are old and fragile, porous materials absorb dust and scents readily, and they need specialist care and gentle cleaning.
How long does deep cleaning an old home in Al Balad take?
An old home in Al Balad may take two days or more depending on condition. It requires greater care and caution against damaging historic materials.
Do you clean inside the cabinets and wardrobes?
Yes, when they're empty, that's the whole point of timing this clean around an empty home. Shelves, inside faces and doors are all wiped. If they're still full, we can only do the outsides.
How is this different from a regular deep clean?
A deep clean is for a home you're living in; this is built around an empty property and a handover.
How much does move-in and move-out cleaning in Al Balad cost?
It is set after the inspection, because it follows the size of the job, the materials involved and their condition. Send photos on WhatsApp and we will give you an estimate before we reach Al Balad.
Other services in Al Balad
We provide these in Al Balad too, and more than one can share a single visit.
