Deep cleaning, AC care and mould removal in Orla by Dorchester Collection, Palm Jumeirah

This is one of the Palm's waterfront apartment residences, with large glazed balconies facing the sea. In apartment buildings we arrange the work permit and service lift, protect the corridor and bring compact machines that fit the lift.

Sea air leaves salt on glass, frames and railings, and beach sand finds its way indoors. Salt is rinsed before any wiping so it cannot scratch. We rinse salt from glass and frames before cleaning so it does not scratch, lift sand from tracks and floor edges, and check AC vents and bathroom seals for mould. Villas with beach access get extra attention to the ground floor, outdoor showers and terraces.

Salt and humidity break down ordinary paint quickly. We wash off salt, treat rust on metalwork and use primers and finishes rated for coastal exposure. Exterior paint on the Palm chalks and fades quickly, and metal railings and gates corrode. We wash off salt, treat rust, use alkali resistant primer and apply an exterior system rated for coastal exposure. Inside, we use washable low odour finishes and treat any mould staining with a blocking primer first.

Each frond has its own security gate where contractors are registered against the villa number. Apartment buildings require a work permit from building management and a service lift booking. Exterior work on villas needs approval from the master developer.