Post-renovation cleaning is not a “deep clean with extra steps” – it is a different category of work, with different chemicals, different sequencing, and different equipment. Cement dust, paint splatter, silicone residue, plaster shavings and contractor adhesive all need to come out before you move a single piece of furniture in. This is the 47-task post-renovation cleaning checklist our NEA-licensed crews follow on every HDB flat, condo and landed home in Singapore – the same SOP we have refined across more than 5,000 cleans. Use it whether you are hiring us, vetting another cleaner, or DIY-ing a small unit. We also include 2026 SGD pricing, the safe-chemical list for new finishes, and a defects-warranty checklist so you do not void your contractor’s warranty.
Why Post-Renovation Cleaning Is The Hardest Clean You Will Ever Need
After a full renovation, your unit is coated in three distinct layers of contamination: visible debris (cardboard, masking tape, plastic film), cement and plaster dust (the layer you can see settling within minutes of vacuuming), and microscopic crystalline silica that lives in your aircon, your fabric and your air for weeks if not removed. A regular weekly clean – the kind Sureclean’s weekly home cleaning performs – cannot dent this. The full Sureclean post-renovation cleaning service deploys HEPA H13 vacuums, neutral pH cement-dust dissolvers, and a 47-task SOP that takes a 4-room HDB roughly 22-28 manhours.
The Singapore climate makes it worse. Humidity above 75% binds cement dust to glossy surfaces, and our tropical air pulls airborne silica deep into mattresses, sofa cushions and curtain pleats. If your renovation involved hacking, false ceilings or vinyl overlay, the dust load is roughly 4x a fresh BTO handover.
The 47-Task Post-Renovation Cleaning Checklist
Sequence is non-negotiable. Always work top-to-bottom, dry-to-wet, and finish each room before moving to the next. Skipping the order means re-doing 30% of the work.
Phase 1 – Debris & Bulk Removal (5 tasks)
- Remove all contractor packaging, plastic film, masking tape, cardboard
- Bag and dispose of off-cuts (HDB bulky waste rules apply)
- Strip protective film from kitchen cabinets, wardrobes and appliances
- Remove plastic from windows, sliding doors and balcony glass
- Vacuum loose construction debris with industrial wet/dry vacuum
Phase 2 – Ceiling, Walls & High Surfaces (8 tasks)
- Dry-dust ceiling, beams, false ceiling joints, cornices
- Wipe ceiling fans, ceiling lights, downlights and pendant fittings
- Vacuum aircon vents, FCU casing, trunking and louvres
- Dust top of all wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, fridge slot
- Wipe walls with damp microfibre (no chemicals on fresh paint <30 days)
- Wipe door frames, architrave, archways
- Brush window grilles, vent grilles, exhaust covers
- Damp-wipe curtain rails and brackets
Phase 3 – Kitchen Deep Clean (10 tasks)
- Wipe inside every cabinet and drawer (vacuum first, then damp wipe)
- Polish countertop with non-acidic, non-abrasive cleaner
- Scrub backsplash and grout lines
- Polish stainless steel sink with the grain
- De-watermark tap and remove silicone smears around basin
- Degrease hob, hood, filters, burner caps and drip trays
- Wipe inside built-in oven, combi steamer, microwave
- Clean fridge slot, plinth and skirting
- Scrub service yard floor, walls and floor trap
- Sanitise bin chute opening (HDB units only)
Phase 4 – Bathrooms (6 tasks per bathroom)
- Vacuum ceiling and exhaust fan housing
- Scrub wall tiles top-to-bottom; bleach grout if discoloured
- De-watermark glass screen with citric-acid-free cleaner
- Polish chrome (showerhead, tap, towel rail)
- Deep-clean toilet bowl, base, hinges and behind
- Brush floor trap and scrub floor with anti-slip safe cleaner
Phase 5 – Bedrooms (5 tasks per bedroom)
- Wardrobe interior and drawers vacuumed and wiped
- Window track, grilles and glass cleaned both sides
- Aircon casing, louvres and vents wiped
- Skirting damp-wiped; floor vacuumed and mopped twice
- HEPA H13 final pass before furniture delivery
Phase 6 – Floors, Glass & Final QC (8 tasks)
- Vacuum every floor (including under doors, behind doors)
- Mop with neutral pH cleaner, twice if cement dust persists
- Polish all glass and mirrors with squeegee
- Wipe balcony floor, railing and glass
- Clean main door (both sides) and peephole
- Polish door handles, switches and sockets
- Walkthrough QC with 12-point sign-off
- Photograph completed unit for client records
Post-Renovation Cleaning Cost Singapore 2026 (HDB & Condo)
Pricing assumes empty unit, no furniture, full hacking and renovation completed. Includes manpower, HEPA vacuums, NEA-approved chemicals, GST and travel.
| Property Type | Hours | Crew | Price (SGD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-room HDB (65 sqm) | 6-7 | 3 | $540 – $620 |
| 4-room HDB (90 sqm) | 7-9 | 3-4 | $680 – $880 |
| 5-room HDB / Exec (110-130 sqm) | 9-11 | 4 | $880 – $1,180 |
| 2-bedder Condo (700-800 sqft) | 6-8 | 3 | $580 – $720 |
| 3-bedder Condo (1,000-1,200 sqft) | 8-10 | 4 | $780 – $1,080 |
| Landed (3-storey, 3,000+ sqft) | 14-18 | 5-6 | From $1,800 |
Add-ons: aircon chemical wash $90 per FCU, sofa steam from $80, mattress steam from $60, curtain on-site steam from $25 per panel, full disinfection fogging from $180 per unit.
HDB vs Condo vs Landed – Why The Same Checklist Costs Different
The 47 tasks are the same, but the workload scales with three things: total floor area, ceiling height, and aircon FCU count. A 4-room HDB has 3 FCUs and 2.6m ceilings. A typical 3-bedder condo has 4-5 FCUs and 2.8m ceilings (more dust falls from higher up). A landed home has 6-10 FCUs, balconies, attics and external glass that requires gondola-free reach extensions. Plan your budget accordingly. For a deeper breakdown by configuration, our move-in / move-out cleaning page covers vacant-unit pricing across all three property types.
Chemicals & Equipment Used (And What To Avoid)
The wrong chemical can cost you more than the cleaning itself. Etched quartz, dulled stainless steel, bleached paint – all unrecoverable on new finishes. Approved kit:
- HEPA H13 vacuum (mandatory – captures crystalline silica)
- Neutral pH floor cleaner (safe on homogeneous tile, vinyl, engineered timber, marble)
- Mild dish soap on quartz and sintered stone counters
- Microfibre flat-mop with two-bucket system
- Oxygen bleach for grout (not chlorine bleach)
- Isopropyl-based glass cleaner (no ammonia near aluminium frames)
- Soft nylon brush, never wire wool
Avoid: vinegar on stone, ammonia on aluminium, bleach on coloured grout, abrasive pads on chrome, steam on uncured paint, and any “all-in-one” supermarket spray on natural stone or quartz.
How To Schedule Around Your Defects Warranty
Your contractor’s defects warranty (usually 6-12 months) and HDB’s structural warranty are at risk if you damage finishes during the post-renovation clean. Two precautions:
- Sign the contractor’s punch-list BEFORE cleaning. Once cleaning starts, contractors will argue scratches and chips were caused by cleaners, not them. Get your handover paperwork done first.
- Use NEA-licensed cleaners with insurance. Sureclean carries public liability insurance up to S$1 million per incident, so accidental damage is covered. Verify any cleaner’s insurance before booking.
For broader Singapore renovation guidance, the Building and Construction Authority of Singapore publishes contractor licensing rules and warranty norms worth bookmarking.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does post-renovation cleaning take for a 4-room HDB?
Seven to nine hours with a team of three to four NEA-licensed cleaners. We never split the job across days because cement dust re-settles overnight, doubling the work.
Do I need post-renovation cleaning if my BTO had no major works?
No – a standard BTO move-in clean is enough. Reserve post-renovation for hacking, false ceilings, vinyl overlay, full kitchen cabinetry, or any work that generated visible cement or plaster dust.
What is the difference between post-renovation cleaning and spring cleaning?
Post-renovation cleaning targets construction residue (silica, paint, silicone, adhesive). Spring cleaning targets accumulated household dirt (grease, soap scum, mould). They use different chemicals and different equipment – never substitute one for the other.
Can I move my furniture in the same day as the post-renovation clean?
You can, but we recommend a 24-hour gap so floors fully dry and any residual airborne dust settles. If timing forces same-day, schedule cleaning for the morning and delivery after 6pm.
Is post-renovation cleaning included in my renovation contract?
Almost never. Most Singapore renovation contractors include only “broom-clean” handover, which is debris removal and a single sweep. Anything beyond that is a separate engagement with a professional cleaner.
Do you provide a warranty if we miss something?
Yes – 7-day re-clean warranty. Send us a WhatsApp photo within 7 days of the clean and we return at no cost to fix any missed area on the original checklist.
Why Sureclean For Your Post-Renovation Clean
Sureclean is NEA-licensed, 4.9-star rated, and has handled more than 5,000 Singapore homes – including the hardest jobs: full-hack landed renovations, condo overlay projects, and BTO handovers across every Singapore estate. We carry HEPA H13 vacuums as standard, hold S$1m public liability insurance, employ every cleaner directly (zero subcontracting), and back every job with a 7-day re-clean warranty. Bookings open 6 days a week including same-day slots in Tengah, Punggol, Sengkang, Tampines, Jurong, Bishan and Bukit Timah.
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