Multi Family Residential

Multi-Family Residential Projects Overview:

Multi-family residential projects encompass a range of living spaces designed to accommodate diverse groups of residents. These include:

• College Residence Halls
• Apartment Complexes
• Hotels
• Condominiums
• Senior Living Facilities

Cleaning Phases & Key Considerations:

Rough Clean: This initial cleaning phase is crucial, typically occurring before the installation of flooring like carpet. The primary focus is on the comprehensive removal of construction debris, dust, and dirt.

Common Project Features:

• Cleaning spans individual units, common areas, basements, and garages, with projects often extending over multiple levels, including basements and sub-basements.
• High-rise buildings necessitate significant window cleaning efforts.
• Integration of retail spaces and communal amenities, such as decks, adds complexity to cleaning needs.

Special Facilities:

• Amenities like clubhouses, ground-floor retail, fitness rooms, and essential facilities such as mail kiosks and maintenance buildings require specialized cleaning approaches.

Manpower Planning:

• Projects demand adequate staffing levels to manage the breadth of cleaning tasks across closely scheduled projects, including specific jobs like pressure washing.

Building Specifics:

• Residential units might feature Luxury Vinyl tile, laminate countertops, wood cabinetry, and standard appliances, alongside a mix of flooring materials such as ceramic tiles, carpets, and finished concrete.

Challenges in Apartment Building Cleans:

Unexpected Conditions:

• Encounters with sites lacking essential utilities, such as water and electricity, necessitate innovative solutions like using long extension cords to power cleaning equipment, all while coordinating with the schedules of other construction activities.

Post-Clean Maintenance:

• The expectation that units remain locked after cleaning is frequently unmet due to ongoing work by other trades, complicating maintenance efforts.

Real Cleaning Challenges:

• Sites devoid of power or water, bathtubs filled with construction debris, and poorly lit areas present “impossible” scenarios.
• The logistical challenge of operating electrical tools with long extension cords amidst the schedules of other construction teams.
• Despite precautions, cleaned units often become dirtied by other trades, necessitating repeated cleanings.