The pre-construction condo market in Toronto operates on a unique system called “Interim Occupancy.” Often, tenants or owners move into the unit for 6 to 12 months while the rest of the building is still under construction, paying “phantom rent” to the builder until the final closing.
When you move out after this interim phase, the unit faces a double-inspection: one from the landlord, and often one regarding the 1-year Tarion Builder Warranty. The challenge? The unit is still harboring hidden construction dust.
The Interim Occupancy Cleaning Strategy:
- Vibrational Dust Settling: During the first year of a new build, the building shifts and HVAC systems circulate the remaining drywall dust from the construction phase. We target the tops of cabinets, high ledges, and light fixtures where this fine silica dust has quietly settled over your tenancy.
- Builder Residue Removal: Often, builders leave behind minor paint splatters, protective film adhesives on appliances, or grout haze on tiles that the initial post-construction cleaners missed. We address these structural details to ensure the unit is flawless.
- Appliance Filter Reset: The HVAC intake filters and range hood vents in new builds work overtime during the first year to clear the air. We meticulously degrease and vacuum these filters, signaling excellent maintenance to the incoming owner.
Hand over your newly built condo in pristine, warranty-approved condition.
[Book your interim occupancy move-out clean today.]