Log in

goodpods headphones icon

To access all our features

Open the Goodpods app
Close icon
Ask a House Cleaner - Cleaning Up After a Home Renovation Project

Cleaning Up After a Home Renovation Project

12/21/23 • 6 min

Ask a House Cleaner

Cleaning up after a home renovation project wraps can shift satisfied feelings to overwhelmed facing a dusty, grimy mess. in this video, host Angela Brown talks with construction pro, Matt Di Bara, about must-have tools and products to simplify cleaning up post-project whether DIY or professional. Matt provides recommendations on industrial shop vacs, HEPA filters, heavy-duty brushes, and other tools that are effective for a post-reno cleanup.

This episode will guide you on how to transform the cleanup process into a manageable and even satisfying part of the overall home improvement journey.

Cleaning Up After a Home Renovation Project Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Matt DiBara 00:38 The importance of using a wet-dry vacuum for cleaning 01:26 Potential hazards and safety concerns with using a shop vac 02:15 Challenges faced by professional house cleaners on post-construction jobs 03:05 Recommended Tools and Equipment for Efficient Cleaning

RESOURCES ----------------- The Ultimate Guide to Move In Move Out Cleaning - https://amzn.to/477TjSa Craftsman Portable Shop Vacuum with Attachments - https://amzn.to/3tahVfd YKYI Electric Spin Scrubber, Cordless Cleaning Brush - https://amzn.to/475wz5c Holikme 7 Pack Dish Cleaning Brush & Pad Set - https://amzn.to/3uYFecb BISSELL Power Steamer Heavy Duty 3-in-1 Steam Mop - https://amzn.to/3v0NOr2 (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.)

*** RATE THIS PODCAST *** https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner

*** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join

*** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown

SOCIAL MEDIA ---------------

*** CONNECT WITH MATT ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.dibara/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdibara/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdibara/

*** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com

NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? -------------

*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com

SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS -------------------

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review

*** ADVERTISE WITH US *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals

*** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com

HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com

REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com

CREDITS --------------------------

Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk

plus icon
bookmark

Cleaning up after a home renovation project wraps can shift satisfied feelings to overwhelmed facing a dusty, grimy mess. in this video, host Angela Brown talks with construction pro, Matt Di Bara, about must-have tools and products to simplify cleaning up post-project whether DIY or professional. Matt provides recommendations on industrial shop vacs, HEPA filters, heavy-duty brushes, and other tools that are effective for a post-reno cleanup.

This episode will guide you on how to transform the cleanup process into a manageable and even satisfying part of the overall home improvement journey.

Cleaning Up After a Home Renovation Project Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Matt DiBara 00:38 The importance of using a wet-dry vacuum for cleaning 01:26 Potential hazards and safety concerns with using a shop vac 02:15 Challenges faced by professional house cleaners on post-construction jobs 03:05 Recommended Tools and Equipment for Efficient Cleaning

RESOURCES ----------------- The Ultimate Guide to Move In Move Out Cleaning - https://amzn.to/477TjSa Craftsman Portable Shop Vacuum with Attachments - https://amzn.to/3tahVfd YKYI Electric Spin Scrubber, Cordless Cleaning Brush - https://amzn.to/475wz5c Holikme 7 Pack Dish Cleaning Brush & Pad Set - https://amzn.to/3uYFecb BISSELL Power Steamer Heavy Duty 3-in-1 Steam Mop - https://amzn.to/3v0NOr2 (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.)

*** RATE THIS PODCAST *** https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner

*** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join

*** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown

SOCIAL MEDIA ---------------

*** CONNECT WITH MATT ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.dibara/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdibara/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdibara/

*** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com

NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? -------------

*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com

SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS -------------------

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review

*** ADVERTISE WITH US *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals

*** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com

HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com

REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com

CREDITS --------------------------

Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk

Previous Episode

undefined - A Must Have Tool For Cleaning Construction Debris

A Must Have Tool For Cleaning Construction Debris

Cleaning construction debris, dust, and spills is a headache during home renovations without the right tool. Host Angela Brown talks to industry expert Matt Di Bara about why a shop vac is an essential investment before starting any remodeling project. Matt explains the power of shop vacs for quick daily cleanup of sawdust, drywall dust, paint spills, joint compound, and more.

He also gives a practical guide on how to use a shop vac effectively, including how to clean and maintain the device to prolong its usefulness. To finish off, Matt shares a creative and efficient way to clean a shop vacuum using water and sand slurry.

A Must Have Tool For Cleaning Construction Debris Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Matt DiBara 01:05 Misconceptions about debris in home construction projects 02:14 The importance of having a shop vac for DIY projects 03:25 How to clean your shop vac for optimal performance

RESOURCES ----------------- Craftsman Portable Shop Vacuum with Attachments - https://amzn.to/3tahVfd Enerzen Ozone Generator - https://amzn.to/3RnAC6V Swiffer Sweeper Dry + Wet Starter Kit - https://amzn.to/3uSlcQA Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum - https://amzn.to/3v0NLeQ BISSELL Power Steamer Heavy Duty 3-in-1 Steam Mop - https://amzn.to/3v0NOr2 (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.)

*** RATE THIS PODCAST *** https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner

*** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join

*** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown

SOCIAL MEDIA ---------------

*** CONNECT WITH MATT ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.dibara/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdibara/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdibara/

*** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com

NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? -------------

*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com

SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS -------------------

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review

*** ADVERTISE WITH US *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals

*** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com

HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com

REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com

CREDITS --------------------------

Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk

Next Episode

undefined - Clever Tips for Mess-Free Painting Projects

Clever Tips for Mess-Free Painting Projects

Would you like to learn helpful tips for mess-free painting projects? In this video, Angela Brown talks with fourth generation mason Matt DeBara, who owns a masonry business with over a century of experience. Matt shares valuable tips and proactive strategies on how to handle unexpected scenarios like paint spills on hard surface flooring, the correct way to use painter's tape and plastic sheets, and the importance of testing different methods when cleaning up.

This is an essential watch for anyone dealing with DIY painting projects, offering practical advice to make clean up more efficient and less daunting.

Clever Tips for Mess-Free Painting Projects Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Matt DiBara 00:22 Tips for Cleaning Up Debris and Dust After Masonry Work 01:07 Importance of Taping Off Surfaces and Testing the Tape 02:47 Recommendations for Protecting Surfaces 03:40 Advice on Cleaning Spilled Paint

RESOURCES ----------------- The Ultimate Guide to Move In Move Out Cleaning - https://amzn.to/477TjSa Smart 'n Easy Paint & Varnish Remover Gel - https://amzn.to/4864bkD Latex Paint and Adhesive Remover - https://amzn.to/3RR7BCj KUSUFEFI Plastic Razor Blade Scraper - https://amzn.to/3NBzoEl Plastic Drop Sheets for Painting - https://amzn.to/48sdZ8k (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.)

*** RATE THIS PODCAST *** https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner

*** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join

*** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown

SOCIAL MEDIA ---------------

*** CONNECT WITH MATT ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.dibara/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdibara/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdibara/

*** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com

NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? -------------

*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com

SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS -------------------

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review

*** ADVERTISE WITH US *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals

*** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com

HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com

REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com

CREDITS --------------------------

Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk

Episode Comments

Generate a badge

Get a badge for your website that links back to this episode

Select type & size
Open dropdown icon
share badge image

<a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/ask-a-house-cleaner-251465/cleaning-up-after-a-home-renovation-project-40132983"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg" alt="listen to cleaning up after a home renovation project on goodpods" style="width: 225px" /> </a>

Copy