Quick answers
CleaningPro's published Auckland price list shows builders cleaning auckland new built cleaning renovation cleaning at $307–$659 (ex GST) for 1 to 5 bedroom post-construction cleans. The final price depends on the property's size, condition and access, so confirm an exact quote before booking.
The short answer
Builders cleaning is planned around site readiness, trade access, surface condition and the agreed presentation scope.
Service-specific context
Builders cleaning is planned around site readiness, trade access, surface condition and the agreed presentation scope.
Scope is informed by material, condition and access.Service answers
Builders cleaning should be scheduled when construction is complete, trades and tools are gone and the property is ready for handover work. The quote should distinguish construction dust and ordinary marks from separately assessed paint, adhesive or other residues.
Book the clean for a point when construction is complete, trades have left and the property is vacant of furniture and tools. If work continues after cleaning, fresh dust and debris may settle on completed surfaces. Confirm practical completion, utility access and handover timing before scheduling rather than using an uncertain building programme as the final date.
The source scope covers construction dust and marks across rooms, doors, skirting, accessible windows, fittings, outlets, cupboards, floors, kitchens and bathrooms. Adhesive removal is mentioned for selected windows, sinks and taps. The final checklist should distinguish loose debris, fine dust, detailed presentation work and separately assessed marks or specialist floor treatments.
Selected paint, mud and adhesive marks may be assessed, but removal depends on the affected surface and whether treatment can be attempted without damage. Concrete spatter and chandelier cleaning are specifically excluded. Photograph each residue closely and from room context so it can be separated from ordinary dust removal and included only where suitable.
The existing requirements state that construction should be complete and no tradespeople should be working on site. Ongoing cutting, sanding, installation or touch-ups can recreate dust, obstruct access and compromise the handover clean. If phased cleaning is needed, each stage, trade interface and responsibility for re-soiling must be agreed separately.
Confirm practical completion, removal of tools and protective materials, working utilities and unobstructed access to cupboards, fittings and floors. Prepare a room-by-room defect and residue list with photographs. The list should distinguish cleanable dust and marks from incomplete trade work, damage and residues that need a separate compatibility assessment.
Before requesting a quote
Complete all construction and remove tradespeople, tools, protective materials and furniture before the handover clean. Dispose of major building waste unless its removal is explicitly included, connect utilities and provide clear access to every room. Label delicate finishes, document existing damage and identify paint, adhesive or other residues requiring assessment. Confirm window access and final handover timing.
Realistic expectations
Builders cleaning does not repair scratched, chipped or poorly finished surfaces. Concrete spatter and chandelier cleaning are excluded, while inaccessible windows may be omitted for safety. Continuing trade activity, incomplete construction, blocked rooms or loose tools can delay or reduce the scope. Paint, adhesive and construction residues are treatable only where removal is compatible with the underlying finish.
Scope conversation
A considered process
Condition and preparation
Share the material or property condition, access and the result you are trying to achieve. This helps define a useful scope before work is confirmed.
Start with the details
Describe the property, material, condition and access so the team can confirm suitability and scope.
| Bedrooms | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | $307 |
| 2-Bedroom | $395 |
| 3-Bedroom | $483 |
| 4-Bedroom | $571 |
| 5-Bedroom | $659 |
| 6-Bedroom | $747 |
| 7-Bedroom | $835 |
All prices include 1 kitchen, 1 bathroom, 1 living area
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Extra Bedrooms | $88 each |
| Extra Bathrooms | $88 each |
| Second Kitchen | $131 |
| Extra Living Areas | $88 each |
| Separate Toilets | $44 each |
| Separate Laundry | $44 |
| Single Garage | $54 |
| Double Garage | $87 |
| Triple Garage | $120 |
| Double Storey | $110 extra |
| Triple Storey | $220 extra |
Scoping guidance
Builders cleaning focuses on the fine dust, labels, residues, marks and trade debris that remain after construction or renovation work.
Project examples can vary from individual renovated rooms to new homes, offices and larger commercial handovers. Ask for relevant portfolio examples where available rather than assuming every project has the same scope.
The aim is a clean, organised and presentation-ready handover. A spotless outcome still depends on completed trade work, accessible surfaces and a clearly agreed defects and exclusions list.