Curing tape and sticker removal in Tokyo
We remove curing tape, masking tape, stickers and labels from frames, glass, floors and fittings, then wipe away what they leave behind.
The small jobs that delay a handover
Every trade uses tape. Painters mask frames and switches, floor layers tape sheets and edges, window fitters tape new sashes, and plumbers tag pipes and taps. When the work ends, nobody owns the removal, so tape stays on skirting, ceramic, mirrors and metal. Because these jobs are tiny and numerous, they are exactly what slows down a handover. A dedicated crew with a checklist clears them far faster than a site team squeezing them between other tasks.
Tapes we deal with
Blue and green curing tape, paper masking tape, cloth tape, double-sided tape used to hold temporary sheets, tape securing sheeting to door frames, and tape marking positions on floors and walls. Each type behaves differently as it ages. Paper tape can split and leave fibres, cloth tape can leave a ribbon of adhesive. We peel at a low angle, in the direction that lifts the adhesive with the tape instead of tearing the tape from it.
Stickers, labels and tags
Brand stickers on new glass, size and inspection labels on sashes, barcode labels on appliances, tags on taps and toilets, price stickers on mirrors and shelving, and installation notes left on doors. We remove these by lifting the edge and peeling slowly, then wiping the spot. Printed or etched markings that are part of the product are not stickers and we leave them. If a label is needed for warranty or inspection, tell us beforehand and we skip it.
The ghost that tape leaves behind
Even well-removed tape can leave a faint outline of adhesive that catches dust and shows under raking light. We wipe each spot with products suited to the surface, taking care on painted walls, wallpaper and soft plastics. Where the adhesive has bonded with the surface itself, for example on unsealed wood or porous paint, we cannot promise a perfect finish. We tell you what we see and mark it in the photo report, instead of rubbing until the paint comes off.
What we do not take on
Cured adhesive that has damaged paint or lifted wallpaper, glue used for permanent fixings, stubborn residue on unprotected stone or timber, and any damage that is part of the surface are outside what we can promise. We do not scrape or sand surfaces, and we do not repair finishes. We also leave heavy protective boards and the site’s own sheeting for the contractor unless agreed beforehand. If your list includes any of these, send a photo and we tell you where the line is.
Quoted per project
Send photos that show the density of tape and labels, the floor area or the number of rooms, or invite us for a site look. We reply with a single fixed price for the project, what it includes and the team size: one cleaner with a supervisor, two cleaners with a supervisor, or a larger team for a big building. The price is confirmed before the visit, and a photo report follows.
Combine it with the rest of the handover
Tape removal on its own is useful, but most customers combine it with removing protective film, wiping dust from frames and sills, cleaning windows and a final damp-mop of the floors. Doing it in a single visit means the surfaces uncovered by tape are cleaned straight away. Our checklist runs through the building floor by floor, so the contractor or buyer receives one clear record at the end.
Tape on floors, edges and corners
Floor tape is the hardest to see and the easiest to forget. It sits along skirting boards, around door thresholds, at stair edges and in the corners where one sheet meets another. We walk every room along the walls with a checklist, lifting tape from edges and corners, then vacuum and damp-mop the strip it covered. Pale lines along a new floor’s edge are a common complaint at inspection, and this walk is how we prevent them.
What helps us before the visit
Tell us which trades have finished, because tape is best removed after the last of them. Mark any tape or label that should stay, such as a line a fitter will use tomorrow or a sticker an inspector needs. Send a photo of the oldest, driest tape, since age changes the method. If the building is occupied, let us know the quiet areas and the access route.
Where we work and how to reach us
We serve the 23 wards of Tokyo and Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, Tochigi and Gunma. Travel cost outside the 23 wards is stated before the booking is final. Standard visits run from 9:00 to 17:00 and out-of-hours visits can be agreed by message. We accept requests at any hour in English and Japanese. If we miss a piece of tape, report it within 24 hours with a photo and we return at no extra cost.
How do I book a cleaner?
Choose a service
Pick a plan and see the fixed price.
Pick a date
At least 24 hours ahead, between 9:00 and 17:00.
We confirm
We reply by email, normally within 1 hour.
We clean
Your cleaner arrives with supplies and the agreed checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Will removing tape damage my paint?
We peel slowly at a low angle and wipe with surface-safe products. If adhesive has bonded with the paint, we tell you instead of rubbing it off.
Can you remove stickers from glass and mirrors?
Yes. We lift the edge, peel slowly and wipe the glass clean.
Do you take down floor protection boards?
Heavy boards and the site’s own sheeting are left for the contractor unless we agree otherwise beforehand.
How soon can I get a price?
Send a few photos. We reply within one hour with a fixed price for the project, confirmed before the visit.
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Fixed priceTeam + supervisorEnglish and Japanese
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Inquiries and reservations are accepted 24 hours a day. When you submit, we check availability, assign a cleaner and contact you within 1 hour.
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