What is the average total cost for cleaning a newly built home in Ottawa before move-in?

As a rough perspective, quotes for a complete post-construction clean on a newly built home in Ottawa can run roughly $800 to $3,000, depending on the size of the home, its finishes and how much construction mess is left. A quote in that range typically covers the full scope of cleaning needed to transform a construction site into a move-in-ready home, including dust removal from every surface, window cleaning, floor scrubbing, fixture polishing, and debris disposal.

Breaking Down the Total Cost for a New Build Clean

Smaller, simpler homes tend to sit toward the lower end of that range. Larger custom homes with high-end finishes tend to sit toward the higher end, especially when the home includes natural stone surfaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, or intricate millwork that needs careful hand-cleaning.

Check whether a quote covers only the final clean phase, which is the detailed deep clean done after all trades have left the site. If your builder did not complete a proper rough clean beforehand, a separate rough clean of bulk debris, heavy dust, and leftover construction materials may be added. Some new-build contracts include a rough clean by the builder, so it is worth confirming in writing — skipping the rough clean and jumping straight to final cleaning tends to waste time and money.

Another item to ask about on a new build is the ductwork. Drywall dust, sawdust, and debris can settle inside new ducts during construction, and the furnace can then blow that dust back into your clean home. Ask your builder or HVAC contractor whether the ducts need attention before you move in, and whether that is quoted separately. Window cleaning on a new build can also add to the total depending on how many windows need paint spot removal, sticker and tape residue cleaning, and film removal.

Ask each cleaning company how big a crew they will send, how long they expect the job to take, and what equipment they bring. Ask for proof of liability insurance and what it covers, and ask whether they have WSIB coverage or a clearance certificate. Then compare itemized written quotes line by line. You can browse post-construction cleaning companies through the Ottawa Construction Network directory at justynrookcontracting.com to compare your options.

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Looking for experienced contractors? The Ottawa Construction Network connects homeowners with qualified professionals:

• Cleanstruction
• RenoMotion Inc.
• Maid On Call general home service
• Demontigny Carpentry
• Floor-2-Wall Inc