Kitchen Deep Cleaning (Unfurnished)

Kitchen Deep Cleaning (Unfurnished): Pre‑Opening Hygiene Reset for New or Empty Kitchens

AK Management Services offers a specialised deep cleaning module for unfurnished kitchens—spaces that are new, post-renovation, or stripped of loose furniture and appliances. When a kitchen is empty, we can access every square inch of tiles, grout, counters, plinths, drains, vents, and ceiling fixtures without compromise. This creates the ideal moment to remove contractor dust, cement haze, oily fingerprints, sticker glue, grout film, and early hard-water deposits so that you start operations with a clean, hygienic baseline. The service is engineered for restaurants and cloud kitchens, school and office canteens, and residential kitchens before appliances and utensils move in.

Why Do This Before You Install Equipment

Fitting cabinets, refrigerators, ovens, and dishwashers before a deep clean traps construction residue behind plinths and under counters. That residue slowly releases odour, attracts pests, and makes day-to-day cleaning harder. By cleaning while the kitchen is bare, we can scrub edges, level grout, deodorise drains, flush floor traps, polish stainless, and seal vulnerable joints without dismantling anything later. This saves time, money, and future disruptions.

Areas and Surfaces We Cover

• Floors: ceramic/porcelain tiles, vitrified tiles, epoxy or anti-skid surfaces, and concrete screeds; machine scrub and neutral rinse.
• Walls and Backsplash: degrease new tile faces, remove grout haze, polish stainless splash guards, and check edge silicone.
• Counters and Worktops: granite, quartz, stainless, SS tables, and service ledges; remove sticker gum and handprints; finish with food-safe wipe.
• Ceiling and Lights: safe dusting of light fixtures, diffusers, and vents; wipe false-ceiling grids within reach.
• Sinks and Taps: limescale removal, strainer cleaning, drain flushing, odour control, and a stainless brightening pass.
• Drains and Traps: openable floor traps cleaned, flushed, re-seated; advise on sealants or broken grates if found.
• Windows and Channels: interior glass cleaning, aluminium channel vacuum, and roller inspection where present.
• Service Niches: plumbing and electrical cut-outs, toe kicks (plinth area), under-counter voids, and corner joints.

Step‑by‑Step Process

1. Survey and Protection: confirm power and water, protect thresholds and vulnerable corners, and mask finished wood nearby.
2. Dry Soil Removal: HEPA vacuuming of dust and debris, especially along edges, corners, and channels.
3. Tile & Grout Treatment: targeted chemistry to lift grout haze and cement film, followed by brush agitation and controlled rinse.
4. Degreasing Pass: alkaline degreaser for smudges and builder’s fingerprints on tiles, SS, and counters; work in sections to prevent re‑deposition.
5. Limescale Control: controlled‑acid descaler on taps, sinks, and early hard water spots on tiles; neutralise and rinse.
6. Machine Scrub: single-disc/oscillating machine with appropriate pads on open floors; edge work by hand tools.
7. Drain Hygiene: open, clean, and deodorise floor traps; flush with warm water; verify water seal; re-seat covers.
8. Ceiling and Vents: dust and wipe reachable fixtures; clean diffuser faces without dislodging filters.
9. Detailing: remove stickers, adhesive residues, tape marks, paint drips, and silicone smears.
10. Food‑Contact Sanitisation: final pass on counters and SS with a food‑safe disinfectant; enforce label contact time.
11. Neutral Rinse & Dry: remove residues, squeegee, and speed‑dry with air movement; inspect sheen and slip.
12. Quality Check: white‑cloth tests on ledges, finger‑swipe tests on vents, torch inspection in corners, and drain odour check.

Inclusions

• All labour, standard chemicals, and tools for the agreed scope and hours.
• Machine scrubbing of floors (where space permits) and hand detailing of edges.
• Descaling of taps and sinks; deodorising and flushing of floor traps.
• Removal of sticker gum, protective film, grout haze, and common construction residues.
• Food‑contact sanitisation for counters and SS after final rinse.
• Zone‑wise checklists and post‑clean photos on request.

Exclusions (Can Be Quoted Separately)

• Inside closed ducting of chimneys/exhausts and mechanical extraction systems.
• Facade/exterior high‑rise glass that requires scaffolding or rope access.
• Major re‑grouting, tile replacement, or structural waterproofing.
• Deep pest control (we can coordinate after the deep clean if required).
• Electrical or plumbing rectification work; gasket or hardware replacement.

Chemistry and Surface Care

We select the mildest chemistry that does the job: neutral pH cleaners for general soil, alkaline degreasers for oil and adhesive residues, and controlled‑acid descalers for mineral deposits on ceramic and chrome. Stainless steel receives non‑streak polishes; glass is cleaned with ammonia‑free formulations. Every chemical is diluted by label, applied for the proper dwell time, and neutralised or rinsed as needed. We never mix chemicals and we never use harsh bleach on sensitive surfaces or near drains.

Tools and Machines We Use

• Single‑disc/oscillating machines with red/blue pads for scrub and white pads for buff.
• Grout brushes, crevice tools, detail scrapers, and melamine pads for marks.
• HEPA vacuums for dust control; squeegees and wet vac for faster drying.
• Microfibre colour‑coded cloths and mop systems to prevent cross‑contamination.
• Extension poles, step ladders with anti‑slip feet, caution signage, and barricade tape.

Food Safety Logic (HACCP‑Inspired)

• Colour Coding: separate cloths and mops for wet zones (sinks, traps) versus dry prep zones.
• Contact Time: food‑safe sanitisers are left wet for the label‑specified minutes before wiping dry.
• No Aerosols Near Food Surfaces: we use damp‑wipe methods; sprayed chemistry is controlled.
• Drain Integrity: water seals are checked to limit odour and pest ingress; broken covers are flagged.

Pre‑Opening Readiness Checklist

Safety and Compliance

• Site induction and toolbox talk before work; emergency contacts displayed.
• Gloves, non‑slip footwear, and masks as needed; eye protection for chemical decanting.
• Wet‑floor signs and barricades during machine work; cable management to prevent trips.
• Electrical safety: no water near open live points; lock‑out/tag‑out followed if mandated.
• Material Safety Data Sheets available on request; chemicals stored upright and labelled.

Variants and Add‑Ons

• Residential Move‑In: includes inside of empty cabinets and drawers; hinge and channel wipe; sticker and tape removal from shelves.
• Commercial Cloud Kitchen: extended drain and trap protocol; wall‑to‑ceiling degrease pass; SS table brightening.
• Post‑Renovation Reset: extra passes for cement dust, grout haze, paint drips; more vacuuming cycles.
• Stainless Refinement: grain‑aligned polish for SS tables and sinks to achieve a uniform, professional look.
• Pest‑Ready Hand‑Off: schedule pest control immediately after deep clean for best efficacy.

Client Preparation (What We Need from You)

• Clear access, water, and power; inform security/lift operators about the schedule.
• Ensure that civil and electrical works are complete and dust‑generating tasks have finished.
• Remove leftover packing, cartons, and fixtures that are not part of the kitchen.
• Share any special surface notes (e.g., honed marble, micro‑cement, handmade tiles) in advance.

Post‑Clean Care and Maintenance Plan

A clean baseline is easiest to maintain with a simple matrix:

FAQs

How long will this take?

For a typical residential kitchen shell, expect 3–5 hours with a 2–3 person crew. For commercial shells or larger spaces, timelines scale with area; we schedule additional manpower to finish within a single block where possible.

Can you remove cement haze completely?

Fresh haze responds very well to the right chemistry and agitation. Old, fully‑cured films may need multiple passes or limited spot work. We always test a small patch and proceed with the least aggressive method that works.

Is it safe for food preparation later?

Yes. Final passes on counters and stainless are done with food‑safe products and contact time is observed. All surfaces are rinsed and dried before handover.

Do you seal grout?

We do not bulk‑seal by default, but we can apply a penetrating sealer as an add‑on after the surface is fully clean and dry.

What if I plan to install appliances the same day?

We recommend a gap of at least a few hours after handover so that surfaces are fully dry and slip risk is minimal. Large equipment roll‑ins are easier on a clean, dry floor.

Why Choose AK Management Services

• Process‑driven crews with the right tools for grout, drains, and edges.
• Food‑safety logic and colour‑coding to prevent cross‑contamination.
• Transparent scope with inclusions/exclusions and zero surprise add‑ons.
• Quick scheduling and responsive supervision with photo documentation.

Handover and Guarantee

We walk the site with you, tick through the readiness checklist, and note any punch points. If a checklist item within scope was missed, inform us within twenty‑four hours. We will revisit and set it right promptly. Start your kitchen with a hygienic foundation and keep it that way with the simple maintenance plan we share.