Post-Construction Window Cleaning in San Clemente, CA
The remodel is done, but the windows aren’t. Whether it’s a new build in Marblehead or an update to one of the older Spanish-style homes near Avenida Del Mar, paint overspray, stucco splatter, stickers, tape residue and a layer of construction dust are still on the glass. Post-construction window cleaning in San Clemente gets new and remodeled glass ready to move in, without scratching it.
No-obligation quote · Homes, remodels and new commercial spaces
What gets removed
What is post-construction window cleaning? It’s a detailed clean done after building or remodeling work is finished. Unlike a regular window cleaning, it removes paint, stucco, labels and adhesive from the glass and frames, and clears construction dust out of tracks and sills. The key is removing that debris carefully, because new glass can scratch if it’s scraped the wrong way.
Why New Glass Needs Extra Care
Scratches are permanent. Dragging grit or a blade across glass can leave marks that don’t come out. That’s the biggest risk after construction.
Coated and tempered glass. Many new windows have Low-E coatings, and sliding doors are usually tempered. Both need gentler methods than old single-pane glass. See how to remove stickers from new windows without scratches.
Stucco keeps shedding. On new and newly stuccoed homes, water can carry calcium out of the walls and leave chalky runs on the glass below.
Dust hides in tracks. Fine construction dust packs into window and sliding door tracks, where it grinds every time they open.
How Post-Construction Window Cleaning Works
- Inspect first. Existing scratches or defects are pointed out before any work starts.
- Rinse off loose dust so grit isn’t dragged across the glass.
- Soften and lift paint, stucco, labels and adhesive with the right product for each.
- Clean glass, frames and sills, inside and out.
- Vacuum and wipe tracks, and clear weep holes so water drains.
- Final walk-through in daylight.

Finishing a project?
Tell us what’s on the glass and when you need it done. You’ll get a free quote based on your project.
When to Schedule It
Book the window cleaning after the messy trades are finished, so the glass doesn’t get dirty again.
What Does It Cost?
Post-construction cleaning usually costs more than a regular clean because removing paint, stucco and adhesive takes time. The price depends on how many windows, how much debris is on them, and whether tracks and sills need a deep clean.
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Related Services
Hard Water Stain Removal
Stucco runoff and sprinkler spots on new glass.
Screen & Track Cleaning
Dust-packed tracks and new screens.
Commercial Window Cleaning
Ongoing service once your business opens.
Post-Construction Window Cleaning FAQs
Get Your New Glass Move-In Ready
Tell us about your project and what’s on the glass. You’ll get a free quote and a careful clean.
