Apartment Block Cleaning Services in Dublin
Dublin has seen an explosion of apartment development over the past two decades. From the early Docklands builds to the current wave of SDZ developments, the city and county now have tens of thousands of apartment units in managed developments. Every one of these developments has common areas that must be maintained by the Owners' Management Company (OMC) under the Multi-Unit Developments Act 2011. Cleaning is the single largest component of most OMC service charge budgets.
Optus Glean provides communal area cleaning for apartment blocks of all sizes across Dublin. Whether you are an OMC director seeking a reliable cleaning contractor, a property management company managing multiple developments, or a letting agent needing common area standards maintained, we deliver consistent, auditable, and cost-effective cleaning that keeps residents satisfied and buildings well-presented.
Dublin Apartment Developments We Serve
Spencer Dock, Dublin 1
One of Dublin's largest residential developments in the Docklands, Spencer Dock comprises over 700 apartments across multiple blocks. Common areas include a large lobby, concierge area, corridors on every floor, multiple lift cores, underground car park, and extensive landscaped grounds. Cleaning a development of this scale requires a dedicated team with consistent scheduling and quality auditing.
Clancy Quay, Dublin 8
The former Clancy Barracks site at Islandbridge has been developed into over 400 apartments and townhouses. The development features extensive common areas including courtyards, lobbies, corridors, and a gym. Optus Glean provides regular communal cleaning that maintains the development's high standards while delivering value for service charge payers.
Beacon South Quarter, Sandyford
Adjacent to the Beacon Hospital and Luas Green Line, Beacon South Quarter is a large mixed-use development with over 600 apartments. Common areas include a shopping centre, multi-storey car park, lobbies, and corridors across multiple residential blocks. Managing cleaning across a mixed-use development requires coordination between residential and commercial cleaning schedules.
Adamstown, West Dublin
Adamstown SDZ in Lucan is one of Dublin's largest suburban apartment developments, with multiple phases of apartments delivered by different builders. Each phase has its own OMC, but many share similar cleaning requirements. Optus Glean provides efficient multi-development cleaning across Adamstown, with shared supervision and equipment to deliver economies of scale for OMCs.
Honeypark, Dun Laoghaire
Honeypark in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown is a well-established apartment development with over 300 units. The development's mature landscaping, multiple blocks, and underground car parks require regular, reliable cleaning. Optus Glean provides daily and weekly cleaning services tailored to Honeypark's specific common area layout.
What Our Apartment Block Cleaning Includes
Daily Tasks (High-Traffic Areas)
- Main lobby and entrance hall — floor cleaning, mat maintenance, glass doors, reception desk, post area
- Lift cars — floor mopping, wall wiping, mirror cleaning, button sanitisation
- Ground-floor corridors — vacuuming or mopping, spot-cleaning walls, light switch and door handle wiping
- Bin store management — ensuring bins are properly positioned, sweeping, spot-cleaning spillages
Three Times Per Week
- All floor corridors — vacuuming or mopping on every floor
- Stairwells — sweeping treads and risers, wiping handrails and banisters
- Fire doors and emergency exit routes — cleaning and inspection
Weekly Tasks
- Bin store full washdown with disinfectant and deodoriser
- Laundry room cleaning (where applicable)
- Gym and common room cleaning (where applicable)
- Internal window and glass partition cleaning in common areas
- Detailed skirting board, radiator, and ledge cleaning
Monthly and Quarterly Tasks
- Car park sweeping and litter removal
- External entrance and pathway cleaning
- Carpet deep cleaning in corridors and lobbies
- Hard floor buffing and re-sealing
- High-level cobweb removal and dust cleaning
- External window cleaning for common areas
The Multi-Unit Developments Act 2011
The Multi-Unit Developments Act 2011 is the legislation governing OMCs in Ireland. It places specific obligations on OMCs to maintain common areas to a reasonable standard. Key provisions relevant to cleaning include:
- Section 18 — The OMC must establish a house rules document covering the use and maintenance of common areas
- Section 19 — The OMC must prepare an annual service charge budget that includes provisions for cleaning and maintenance
- Section 20 — The OMC must establish a sinking fund for major maintenance and repair works
- Section 24 — Unit owners have the right to inspect OMC records, including cleaning contracts and invoices
Optus Glean provides transparent pricing, documented cleaning schedules, and monthly audit reports that OMC directors can present at AGMs and share with residents. This transparency is essential for demonstrating that service charge funds are being spent responsibly.
Apartment Block Cleaning Pricing in Dublin
| Development Size | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Small block (10–30 units) | €300 – €800 |
| Medium block (30–80 units) | €800 – €1,800 |
| Large development (80–200 units) | €1,800 – €4,000 |
| Major development (200+ units) | €4,000+ (by contract) |
Per-unit monthly costs typically range from €15 to €30 per apartment, which represents a small fraction of the average Dublin service charge of €1,500 to €3,000 per year. Bundling cleaning with window cleaning, pressure washing, and washroom services under one contract saves 15–20% compared to separate providers.
Why OMCs and Management Companies Choose Optus Glean
- Transparent reporting — Monthly quality audit reports shared with the management company and OMC board. Residents can see that standards are being maintained.
- Consistent staff — The same cleaning operatives attend your development every day. Residents recognise and trust them. Staff turnover is managed proactively with documented handover procedures.
- Cover arrangements — Holiday, sickness, and absence cover is built into every contract. If your regular cleaner is off, a trained replacement is deployed without any drop in quality.
- Fully insured — €6.5M public liability and €13M employer's liability. Essential for OMCs protecting common property.
- Garda vetted — Every operative accessing your building is Garda vetted. Non-negotiable in a residential environment where operatives have access to common areas and sometimes individual floors.
- Bundled services — Combine cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, and bin store management under one contract for simplicity and savings.
Frequently Asked Questions — Apartment Block Cleaning in Dublin
How much does apartment block cleaning cost in Dublin?
Small block (10–30 units): €300–€800/month. Medium (30–80 units): €800–€1,800/month. Large (80–200 units): €1,800–€4,000/month. Major developments: €4,000+/month. Per-unit cost is typically €15–€30/month. Bundling with window cleaning and pressure washing saves 15–20%.
What are the OMC obligations for cleaning?
Under the Multi-Unit Developments Act 2011, OMCs must maintain common areas to a reasonable standard using service charge funds. This includes lobbies, corridors, stairwells, lifts, car parks, and bin stores. Optus Glean provides documented cleaning that demonstrates compliance with these obligations.
Which Dublin developments do you clean?
We clean apartment blocks across all Dublin areas including Spencer Dock, Clancy Quay, Beacon South Quarter, Honeypark, Adamstown, Clongriffin, Belmayne, Sandyford, Dundrum, Tallaght, Blanchardstown, Swords, Docklands, and all other Dublin apartment developments.
What is included in communal area cleaning?
Lobby cleaning, corridor vacuuming/mopping, stairwell cleaning, lift car cleaning, bin store washdown, post room cleaning, gym/common room cleaning, laundry room cleaning, and external entrance sweeping. Frequency is tailored to your development.
How often should common areas be cleaned?
High-traffic areas (lobby, lifts) should be cleaned daily. Corridors and stairwells 3–5 times per week. Bin stores washed weekly. Car parks swept monthly and pressure washed quarterly. The schedule depends on resident numbers and expectations.
Do you work with management companies?
Yes. We work with OMCs, property management companies, and managing agents across Dublin. Transparent reporting, monthly audits, and regular communication with management representatives. Contracts designed to meet Multi-Unit Developments Act requirements.
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