5 Easy Steps To Remove Construction Dust After Construction

Step #1:  Gather Materials

Having the proper materials to remove construction dust is key! You can clean as you go and avoid multiple trips to your local home improvement store. 

– Air filters – Used dryer sheets – Broom – Tape – HEPA vacuum cleaner – Cleaner meant for your floor type – Mop

Step #2:  Check & Replace Air Filters

- This will trap dust before it enters the air ducts and prevents it from spreading to other areas of your home.  - Check the filters often and replace them as needed. During construction, you may want to change weekly.  - Replace again after construction is completed. This will also remove any of the trapped dust that has accumulated in the filters.  - Being proactive with the filters will ensure that your home is safe for you and your family. 

Step #3:  Dust Walls

- Wipe walls with a soft damp towel to collect dust and to wipe it away. For hard-to-reach areas wrap the towel around the bottom of your broom and secure it with tape.  - If your walls were painted recently, avoid using anything moist as it may damage the paint. Let the walls dry for about 30 days before cleaning.

Step #4:  Ledges & Baseboards

- For ledges and baseboards, re-purpose used dryer sheets to collect dust.  Simply wipe a dryer sheet across the baseboards and ledges and toss them in the garbage when you’re done. - Ledges and baseboards are one of the top places where construction dust likes to build up, so even after your remodel is done, continue to wipe them off. - Another option to remove dust from ledges and baseboards is Norwex dusting rags. They work really well and are very environmentally friendly.

Step #5: Floors

- When it comes to floors, you should vacuum them if your vacuum is HEPA certified with a good filter. - Mopping regularly will also help to keep the dust under control when the job is done. Note: Always vacuum before you mop!  - Make sure to use a floor cleaner that is compatible with your floors and won’t ruin them or remove the stain.  - Ask your supplier or installer what cleaning supply they would recommend for your floors. And there ya have it! 

And there ya have it! Our tips and tricks on how to get rid of construction dust so that your home is clean and safe for your family