Sydney builders guide comparing new build and renovation handover cleaning scope, residue, access, client expectations and timing.
New Build Scope
New builds usually involve a full-site presentation reset: construction dust, tracks, wet areas, joinery interiors, glass, floors, fixtures and final client walk-through detail.
Renovation Scope
Renovations often have tighter access, occupied-neighbour constraints, existing surfaces, partial protection and more mixed residue. The clean must protect what was already there as well as what is newly installed.
How to Quote It
The quote should separate new-work detail, existing-surface care, access constraints, trade residue and timing. That keeps the scope realistic and avoids treating every job like the same square metre rate.