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Post-construction

Post-Construction Cleanup in Des Moines

Paint, stickers, stucco splatter, and grime removed from new glass after a build or remodel, so the finished project looks its absolute best.

The overview

The final detail on a finished project.

New construction leaves glass covered in labels, paint flecks, caulk, and fine dust. It takes a careful hand to get it off without scratching.

We do the last-mile detail work that makes a build look truly done, so you hand over spotless windows on move-in day.

Every post-construction cleanup job in the Des Moines metro is run by the same insured local crew, working off the same careful checklist — so the result looks the same whether it is your first visit or your tenth. We are not a franchise passing your address to whoever is free that day. You get people who know the metro, know the homes and buildings out here, and take the extra few minutes that separate a rushed job from a genuinely clean one.

Before we start, we walk the property with you and point out anything worth knowing — hard-water staining, a screen that needs attention, a spot that will take extra work. You always know what we are doing and why, and you get a clear, written price before any work begins. No surprises added to the invoice, and no pressure to book anything you did not ask about.

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What's included

Every visit, done the same careful way.

No upsells, no skipped steps. Here is exactly what you get when we pull up to your place.

Sticker and label removal

Manufacturer labels and adhesive taken off cleanly.

Paint and caulk flecks

Overspray and construction splatter scraped off safely.

Fine dust and film

The gritty haze from drywall and sanding wiped away.

Scratch-safe technique

Careful blades and the right solution protect the glass.

Same-day
Free quotes
100%
Streak-free guarantee
7+ yrs
Serving the metro
5.0
Google rated
Why it matters

What post-construction cleanup does for your place.

It is not just about looks. Here is what you actually get out of keeping it done.

A build that looks finished

Spotless glass is the detail that separates a done project from one that still looks like a job site.

Photo and staging ready

Listing photos and walkthroughs land harder when every pane is crystal clear.

Protects new glass

Removing adhesive and splatter the right way avoids the scratches a rushed cleanup leaves behind.

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How a visit goes

Your post-construction cleanup, start to finish.

Booking takes about two minutes, and we handle everything from there. Here is exactly what to expect from the first message to the final walk-through.

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Same friendly local crew, every single visit.

  1. Assess the glass

    We check every pane for labels, paint, and construction debris.

  2. Loosen and lift

    Adhesive and splatter are softened, then removed without scratching.

  3. Detail clean

    Glass, frames, and tracks cleared of fine dust and film.

  4. Hand it over spotless

    The finished space is ready for photos, staging, or move-in.

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Is this you?

A great fit if any of these sound familiar.

Most folks who call us are in one of these spots, and every one of them is a job we handle all the time. If any of it sounds like you, we can help — and if you are not sure, just ask.

  • You just finished a build or remodel

    Labels, paint, and dust need careful removal.

  • You are a builder or GC

    We handle the final glass detail before hand-off.

  • The space is about to be listed

    Clean glass makes staging and photos pop.

  • There is stucco or paint overspray

    We lift it off the glass without scratching.

What it costs

What shapes your quote.

Every property is different, so we price on what we actually see — never a guess over the phone. These are the things that move the number up or down, and we will walk you through exactly how they apply to your place before you commit to anything.

Amount of debris

Heavy paint, stucco, and adhesive take more careful time.

Number of windows

Every new pane needs individual detail work.

Type of residue

Baked-on splatter and film are slower than fresh dust.

Site conditions

Active job sites may need coordination around other trades.

The difference

The surf. standard, every time.

Plenty of crews will clean your glass. Here is what comes standard with us that a lot of them treat as extra — or skip altogether.

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Sills, tracks & frames cleaned every visit
Text-ahead arrival window
Same-day written quote
Licensed & insured local crew
Tidy, drip-free finish
Free re-clean if it is not right

The glassy guarantee

If you are not happy with any part of the job when we pack up, we make it right before we leave — no charge.

Good to know

Questions we hear a lot.

A few things people ask before they book. If yours is not here, send us a message and a real local person will get right back to you.

Can you remove paint without scratching the glass?

Yes. We soften the paint and use proper technique and blades made for glass, so it comes off clean and scratch-free.

Do you work with builders and GCs?

Often. We can coordinate with your schedule and handle the final glass detail as the last trade before hand-off.

Is this different from a normal window cleaning?

It is more involved. Construction debris takes extra time and care, so it is priced separately from a standard clean.

Can you coordinate with our construction timeline?

Yes. We are used to being the last trade in. Tell us your hand-off date and we will schedule the final glass detail so it stays spotless for the walkthrough.

Do you remove stucco and concrete splatter too?

We do. Stucco, mortar, and concrete overspray come off with the right solution and glass-safe blades, so the panes end up clear and scratch-free.

What areas do you serve?

Des Moines and the wider metro — West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Waukee, Clive, Johnston, Altoona, Grimes, and the towns around them.

How soon can you come out?

Most quotes go out the same day, and we can usually schedule within the same week. Spring and fall fill up faster, so book ahead.

How do I pay, and when?

Payment is due once the work is done and you are happy with it. Card, check, or invoice for recurring commercial accounts.

Can I bundle this with another service?

Yes, and it usually saves money. One trip and one tidy invoice instead of several.

Is your work guaranteed?

Always. If any pane or surface is not right when we finish, we make it good at no cost to you.

Ready for windows you can see right through?

Tell us about your home or building and we will send over a free, no-pressure quote. Most callbacks happen the same day.