Cleaning, Repairs & Inspection Remediation for Greater Boston Real Estate Turnovers
One company for pre-listing preparation and post-inspection remediation — helping real estate agents get properties ready to show and ready to close.
Two moments in every transaction where preparation determines the outcome
The first is before listing — when a property needs to be deep cleaned, repaired, and prepared to show well in photos and at open houses. The second is after an accepted offer, when a home inspection uncovers items that need to be addressed before a buyer will proceed to closing. Both moments are time-sensitive, both involve coordinating cleaning and repair work on a defined timeline, and both benefit from having a single, trusted company that can handle the full scope without an agent managing multiple vendors.
78-Clean and 78-Fixit work with real estate agents across Greater Boston at both stages of the transaction — from pre-listing preparation through post-inspection remediation — so that nothing between accepted offer and closing table gets in the way of a completed sale.
Pre-listing preparation — getting the property ready to show and photograph
A home is a significant asset. Preparing it properly for sale isn't just about making it look clean — it's about addressing every detail a buyer will notice during a showing, every item a home inspector will flag, and every exterior element that affects curb appeal and first impressions. That scope of work requires more than a cleaning crew.
78-Clean and 78-Fixit approach pre-listing preparation as a coordinated program — not a series of disconnected vendor calls. Your Relationship Manager coordinates the full scope of work, from the initial property walkthrough through the final pre-showing check. You make one call. We handle the rest.
For specialized work beyond our direct scope — electrical, plumbing, masonry — we coordinate with a trusted network of vetted partners. Instead of an agent scrambling to find a licensed electrician or a masonry contractor on short notice, 78-Clean manages that coordination as part of the preparation program. One point of contact throughout, regardless of how complex the scope becomes.
Deep cleaning — the foundation of every listing preparation.
A pre-listing deep clean is not the same as a routine cleaning. It covers every surface a buyer will see and many they won't — inside cabinets and drawers, appliances inside and out, baseboards, light fixtures, bathroom grout, window tracks, and every room from floor to ceiling. 78-Clean's pre-listing deep cleans are thorough enough to withstand the scrutiny of an open house, professional photography, and a buyer who opens every cabinet door.
Touch-up painting and cosmetic repairs — the details that photograph and show well.
Scuffed walls, worn trim, faded railings, and tired interior paint are among the most common reasons a property doesn't photograph as well as it should. 78-Fixit's painting and carpentry teams handle pre-listing touch-ups and targeted repainting — the work that makes a property look cared-for in photos and in person.
Fixture repair and replacement — the small things buyers notice.
A dripping faucet, a broken cabinet hinge, a burned-out light fixture, a stuck door — individually minor, collectively damaging to how a property presents. 78-Fixit addresses fixture-level repairs as part of every pre-listing program so that nothing distracts a buyer during a showing.
Exterior preparation — curb appeal starts before the front door.
Improving a home's exterior through landscaping and necessary repairs is a standard component of pre-listing preparation. 78-Clean handles exterior power washing of entryways, walkways, driveways, and siding. 78-Fixit addresses exterior trim painting, railing repairs, and fixture replacement. Our landscaping team handles spring cleanups, planter installation, and grounds grooming that give a property genuine curb appeal at the moment buyers first arrive.
Specialized trade coordination — when the scope goes beyond cleaning and repairs.
Some pre-listing issues require licensed tradespeople — an electrical panel that needs attention, a plumbing fixture that needs more than a repair, masonry work on a foundation or exterior wall. Rather than leaving agents to source and coordinate these specialists independently, 78-Clean coordinates with our vetted partner network as part of the same preparation program. One conversation, one timeline, one point of accountability.
Post-inspection remediation — getting the property from under contract to closed
Inspection findings can range from cosmetic items to functional repairs — and in Greater Boston's fast-moving market, the window between an accepted offer and a buyer's deadline to clear contingencies is often tight. Buyers and their agents use unresolved inspection items as negotiating leverage, and in some cases unaddressed findings cause deals to fall apart entirely.
78-Fixit's remediation team moves quickly. When an inspection report comes back with a list of items — a failed door lock, a damaged ceiling tile, a plumbing fixture issue, an electrical concern, a masonry crack, a railing that needs repainting — your Relationship Manager reviews the scope, coordinates the appropriate trades from our partner network, and delivers a completed remediation on the timeline the transaction requires. These efforts work to satisfy inspection contingencies and keep the transaction moving forward.
The goal is simple: nothing on an inspection report should be the reason a sale doesn't close.
Cosmetic and finish items.
Scuffed paint, damaged trim, worn railings, stained grout, and similar cosmetic findings are among the most common inspection items — and among the fastest to resolve. 78-Fixit handles finish-level remediation quickly, with touch-up painting, caulking, grout repair, and carpentry work completed on a tight timeline.
Functional repairs.
Failed door locks, broken hardware, damaged ceiling tiles, non-functioning fixtures, HVAC filter issues, and similar functional findings are squarely in 78-Fixit's scope. These are the items that appear on inspection reports as deferred maintenance — the kind of work that should have been handled before listing but wasn't, and that now needs to be resolved under time pressure.
Specialized trade remediation.
When inspection findings involve electrical, plumbing, or structural issues, 78-Clean coordinates with our vetted partner network to bring the right licensed tradespeople to the property. The agent remains the single point of contact — not the coordinator of three separate trade relationships.
A home is a significant asset — treat it like one
Apartments turn over routinely. A home sale is a different category of transaction entirely. The property has history, has been lived in, and has accumulated years of deferred maintenance, cosmetic wear, and the kind of small issues that owners stop noticing but buyers will not. Preparing a home for sale — and remediating its inspection findings — requires a company that understands the stakes and brings the full scope of services to bear.
78-Clean and 78-Fixit are that company. We have been servicing Greater Boston properties for nearly 50 years, and we understand what it takes to get a home from decision-to-list to keys-at-closing in the condition a Greater Boston buyer expects.
Timing matters in Greater Boston
Listing a home in March in Greater Boston produces sales that average 2.96% higher than the yearly average, and homes sell around 13 days faster. That means the preparation window — the weeks between a seller's decision to list and a property going live — is one of the most consequential periods of the transaction. It's also the window where preparation quality determines listing quality.
78-Clean works with real estate agents on a priority scheduling basis for pre-listing preparation. Our capacity fills during peak spring listing season — agents with established relationships get first access to scheduling. For post-inspection remediation, we understand that transaction timelines don't wait — we move quickly and communicate clearly throughout.
Services for pre-listing and inspection remediation
Home & Property Deep Cleaning
Pre-listing deep cleaning for every room — kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, basements, and all spaces a buyer will see. Inside cabinets, appliances, fixtures, and every surface photographed and shown.
Maintenance & Repairs — 78-Fixit
Pre-listing cosmetic repairs, touch-up painting, trim and railing repainting, fixture repair and replacement, door and lock maintenance, ceiling tile replacement — and post-inspection remediation of all findings within scope, with documented completion.
Floor Care
Carpet shampooing, tile stripping and waxing, and hardwood cleaning and restoration — restoring floors to the condition that photographs well and holds up to showing traffic.
Power Washing
Exterior cleaning for driveways, walkways, entryways, patios, siding, and decks — the foundation of curb appeal that starts before a buyer steps out of their car.
Landscaping, Cleanups & Planter Services
Spring cleanups, lawn edging, planter installation, and grounds grooming — the exterior presentation that sets the tone for every showing.
Junk Removal & Cleanouts
Pre-listing cleanouts of basements, attics, garages, and storage areas — removing accumulated items so spaces photograph larger and show cleaner.
Post-Construction Cleanup
For properties that have undergone renovation before listing, we restore every space to show-ready condition — dust removal, floor restoration, and detailed surface cleaning throughout.
Working with real estate agents across Greater Boston
78-Clean works directly with real estate agents as the single coordinating point of contact — for pre-listing preparation, post-inspection remediation, and everything in between. You don't need to manage the cleaning company, the repair team, the landscapers, and the specialty trades separately. We handle the coordination and deliver results on your timeline.
We serve properties across Greater Boston including Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Newton, Chestnut Hill, and surrounding communities.
A pre-listing and remediation partner Greater Boston agents trust
78-Clean is the commercial cleaning brand of Commercial Cleaning Service, Inc., a family-owned, women-owned Greater Boston business since 1977. Our 78-Clean and 78-Fixit teams have prepared and remediated properties across Greater Boston's most competitive real estate markets — from prewar brownstones in Brookline to condominiums in Newton to single-family homes throughout the inner suburbs.
Every engagement is assigned a dedicated Relationship Manager who coordinates the full scope of work, communicates proactively, and ensures the property is ready on your timeline — with no surprises.