We know builder's dust
This is not a heavier version of a normal clean.
Post-Construction Cleaning in Al Tawfeeq, Jeddah
Al Tawfeeq is a small mixed residential district east of Jeddah with simple buildings: flats above shops on the main roads and a few villas on the edges. The dust here is coarser and paler than the coastal areas because it comes from open ground nearby. It enters under doors and settles on smooth floors very quickly before new construction in the surrounding area is finished.
- 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 Tawfeeq
Sofas, mattresses and curtains fill with pale coarse dust very rapidly while neighbouring villas are still under construction, requiring deep cleaning to remove the heavy grit mixed with fine sand that accumulates in fabrics. For the method itself, see what post-construction cleaning involves.
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The first reason
Flats above shops need intensive suction from ground level upwards
Apartments above street level shops receive extra dust rising from the main road and the open stairwell. The first suction pass must concentrate on door thresholds and lower corners where dust from the street below concentrates before any water is used.
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The second reason
Smooth old floors must be swept before mopping, not mopped directly
The ceramic and old marble in these districts is soft and easily scratched by grit and coarse sand. Direct mopping without first sweeping carefully will leave visible scratch lines, so careful sweeping and then rinsing is essential to avoid damaging the finished surface.
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The third reason
Roof tank deposits leave white sediment in all drains and basins
Water from overhead tanks leaves grey white residue in every drain, basin and sink. These need careful scraping and multiple water rinses to remove completely before they harden into a permanent deposit that becomes impossible to shift.
What post-construction cleaning covers in Al Tawfeeq
A small residential quarter in east Jeddah close to the University road and its stadium, with dry air and open ground surrounding the buildings. The dust is coarser and paler than in coastal or developed areas, and enters homes more readily through ground floor openings.
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Dust removed from the top down
Coarse pale dust is suctioned from top to bottom with emphasis on corners and door thresholds where extra dust from the street below accumulates in ground floor apartments.
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Cement and plaster spots scraped
Cement, plaster and grit particles are swept carefully first before any water is applied, as old soft ceramic scratches easily if mopped with sand still present on the surface.
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Haze off glass and ceramic
Glass and windows are wiped after all coarse dust has been removed from sills and frames, and glossy surfaces are rinsed with clean water to prevent streaking and watermarks.
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Paint spatter removed
Light oily residue from the main road is removed from windows and external surfaces with warm water before the final cold water rinse to avoid leaving mineral deposits on glass.
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Stickers and adhesive pulled off
Stickers and adhesive marks on floors and skirting boards are softened with gentle moisture and removed without damaging old painted or tiled surfaces underneath.
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Final floor wash and rinse
Floors are washed last after all dust and grit have been completely removed, with a final rinse in clean water only to remove any mineral residue and prevent watermarks on the dry surface.
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.
The character of Al Tawfeeq
Mixed district: shops at street level with homes above them
A flat above a shop means dust comes from a busy street below the home, so we concentrate intensive cleaning on lower surfaces, bathrooms and drains to remove mineral scale and deposits that rise through old pipework from the street supply.
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.
What is different about East Jeddah
East Jeddah lies furthest from the sea and closest to the open ground and hills beyond the ring roads, so the air is drier and the dust is coarser and paler than on the coast. It comes in under doors and settles on every flat surface overnight, making sofas, mattresses and curtains the heaviest part of the routine. Floors are mostly ceramic tile in the apartment districts and marble in the villa areas, both scratched by grit that is mopped rather than swept. Roof tank water leaves a grey film of sediment in baths and basins.
Questions about post-construction cleaning in Al Tawfeeq
The flat is above a clothes shop or small business; do you remove dust from below?
Flats above shops receive additional dust from the street, stairwell and the shop itself. We focus intensive suction on door thresholds and lower edges where street dust collects, plus thorough rinsing of lower surfaces and basins to remove all traces.
The floor is old ceramic tile that is very smooth; will sweeping equipment scratch it?
Soft old ceramic scratches if mopped while grit is present on the surface. We sweep carefully first to remove all loose particles, then rinse with water only, ensuring no sand or grit remains on the tile before wet cleaning begins.
The bathroom has thick white deposits in all basins and drains; will they come off?
Mineral deposits come off with careful scraping and multiple water rinses. If they have hardened over months they sit very deep and may need repeat rinsing, though some faint staining can remain on aged ceramic.
The dust returns very quickly after cleaning; is this normal here?
Yes. In dry eastern districts close to open ground and ongoing construction, dust settles rapidly. The first clean removes the heavy accumulation from building work, but new dust will settle faster than in protected or developed areas.
The old kitchen has grease deposits on the walls and skirting boards; will cleaning remove them?
Grease residue on walls comes off with warm water and light detergent. Grease that has built up over years can leave faint staining on old painted walls even after cleaning, depending on how the surface was finished.
How many days does cleaning take for a small flat in Al Tawfeeq after finishing?
A small two bedroom flat takes about one day of cleaning. If the flat contains interim furnishings or carpets to be cleaned as well, the work may extend to a day and a half to complete the deeper cleaning needed.
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 Tawfeeq 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 Tawfeeq.
Other services in Al Tawfeeq
We provide these in Al Tawfeeq too, and more than one can share a single visit.
