We know builder's dust
This is not a heavier version of a normal clean.
Post-Construction Cleaning in Al Harazat, Jeddah
Al Harazat is densely built residential area that grew on old farmland, low rise apartment blocks and popular housing line very narrow streets. The location on the Old Makkah Road means constant heavy traffic, and diesel soot and cement dust from the traffic route. Cleaning here meets very narrow shared passages, and closely spaced flats where dust migrates easily from one unit to the next.
- A full team, not one person
- Price agreed before we start
- Our own vacuums and materials
- Redone in the same visit
What changes about post-construction cleaning in Al Harazat
Shared passages are impossibly narrow and do not suit large equipment, and flats are packed so close together that dust seeps easily from one flat to the next through adjacent windows. Moving heavy gear inside is the only option, which takes twice as long as in villas. For the method itself, see what post-construction cleaning involves.
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The first reason
Shared passages are extremely narrow and heavy equipment cannot enter
Streets and passages are too narrow for heavy equipment or large boxes. Equipment enters the flat through the door directly in small pieces, or must use lightweight portable gear. This means more handling and slower work than villa cleaning. Access for people is tight, access for machines is impossible.
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The second reason
Old Makkah Road brings diesel soot and traffic grime directly to windows
Constant heavy trucks on Old Makkah Road raise diesel soot that reaches flats directly. Oily particles cling to glass and paintwork and mix with cement dust. Strong suction and warm water are essential to break down greasy sediment and restore surfaces.
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The third reason
Closely spaced flats and adjacent windows let dust migrate between units easily
Flats are packed very tightly and windows are side by side, so dust travels from an adjoining flat into the one you are cleaning. If the neighbouring flat is still under construction, dust comes straight through. Partial sealing of windows during work is essential to slow the migration.
What post-construction cleaning covers in Al Harazat
Densely built residential expansion on old farmland close to the Old Makkah Road, low rise apartment blocks and popular housing on very narrow streets, served by mosques, health centres and daily markets. The area grew unplanned and streets were never widened for modern vehicles.
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Dust removed from the top down
Dust may be mixed with paint spatter and traffic soot from Old Makkah Road, so we start with strong suction especially on windows facing the road and high sills where soot collects.
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Cement and plaster spots scraped
Cement and plaster remains may be mixed with diesel soot and salt, so we use warm water and careful scraping on non-delicate surfaces, treating fresh paint gently to avoid staining.
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Haze off glass and ceramic
Glass and ceramic may have a layer of salt and soot, so we wash with warm water and rinse thoroughly to remove all sediment that would cling and return quickly.
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Paint spatter removed
Paint spatter on glass and frames is removed carefully because glass may be sensitive and the space is very tight and needs precision to avoid damage.
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Stickers and adhesive pulled off
Stickers and adhesive marks on surfaces need gentle removal because new paint is fresh and the tight spaces need care to avoid stripping any finishes.
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Final floor wash and rinse
Ceramic floors are washed thoroughly to remove soot and salt deposits, then rinsed with clean water and left to dry completely before windows are opened to the road.
Not included
- Removing construction rubble, debris or leftover materials
- Repairing scratches, chips or paint touch-ups
- Removing cement or grout that has fully cured onto a surface beyond safe cleaning
- Cleaning inside walls, ducting or fixed machinery
- Hauling away old fixtures or appliances
How the cleaning actually goes
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Top down, never bottom up
We start at the ceiling, vents and the tops of everything, then work down.
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Dry removal before any water
The fine powder is vacuumed and dry-collected first.
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Glass, frames and tracks
Windows, mirrors and the sliding tracks are cleared of grit and sticker residue before the wet stage, so nothing muddy is dragged across them later.
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Haze and specks off hard surfaces
Grout haze, paint spots and adhesive are worked off tile, stone and fixtures with the method each surface can take, tested before we commit to it.
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Cabinets and drawers, inside and out
Every closed space is opened and cleared, because that is where settled dust hides until you reach for a plate months later.
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Floors last, then a walkthrough
Floors are washed only after all the dust above has come down, then we walk the home with you and anything you point to is redone before we leave.
Al Harazat on the map
Why us for this service specifically
A full team arrives together
The company runs a large crew and we send a team, not a single cleaner.
The equipment is ours
The vacuums and materials come with the team, not rented on the day.
We say no when it is no
If a paint spot or cured cement mark cannot come off without risking the surface, we tell you at the inspection rather than damaging it to look busy.
From our work
Photographs from real jobs carried out by the crew.
The job is not closed before you sign off
The commitment is simple enough to actually keep: we do not leave before you have walked the home and told us what you think.
The character of Al Harazat
Apartment district: residential blocks, repeated floors and shared entrances
Tight flats and narrow passages and densely packed units mean equipment is limited and time is longer. The heavy traffic road location means dust returns fast and keeps returning. Cleaning is not final until the flat is sealed completely and ventilation begins on your terms, not the road's.
Questions about post-construction cleaning in Al Harazat
The corridors and stairs are very narrow, how do you move heavy equipment?
Heavy equipment does not enter the passages. We use small, lightweight, portable gear, or we disassemble large items and carry parts up in stages. It takes longer but is the only safe method in these spaces.
The flat is next to a commercial shop, does your cleaning affect the shop?
Yes, spray water can reach the facade. We coordinate timing with you and the shop owner. Excess water is directed away from the shop and foundations to prevent damage.
Old Makkah Road is very close and trucks are constant, does dust return fast?
Yes, diesel soot returns quickly. We advise strong air filters, heavy curtains on road-facing windows, and light weekly cleaning. Sealed doors and windows are essential during the day.
The old flat has a slight mildew smell from damp, does your cleaning remove it?
Cleaning removes surface moisture but does not treat damp deep in walls. We advise continuous ventilation and air conditioning. The flat may need separate moisture treatment before moving in.
The apartment is very close to others and dust migrates between units, how do you handle this?
We partially seal or place temporary barriers on windows during work. If the neighbouring flat is under construction, we keep curtains closed. No complete solution, but reduction is possible with care.
Does seawater salt on glass come off with ordinary water?
Yes, salt comes off with clean water and good rinsing. But it returns if moisture continues. Warm water is better than cold in removing sediment and salt deposits.
How soon after the work finishes should we book?
After the trades are fully done and no more dust-making work is left. Cleaning before the last sanding or cutting just means paying to do it twice.
How should I prepare before you come?
Clear away tools and leftover materials if you can, and let us know what stage the work reached.
How much does post-construction cleaning in Al Harazat 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 Harazat.
Other services in Al Harazat
We provide these in Al Harazat too, and more than one can share a single visit.
