As the colder months approach, it’s crucial for businesses to start thinking about winterizing their workspaces. With increased foot traffic from employees and visitors bringing in dirt, moisture, and germs, keeping a clean and healthy environment becomes more challenging. November is the perfect time to prepare for the seasonal influx and ensure your workplace remains both welcoming and clean from germs and illness. Keep your office winter ready and clean with these tips:
1. Deep Clean Carpets and Floors
Winter often brings wet shoes, mud, and leaves from outdoor walkways. This can lead to fast wear on carpets and hard floors. A deep cleaning in November not only removes the dirt but also preps your flooring for the increased winter traffic. Professional carpet cleaning can extend the life of your carpets and floors and create a safer environment by minimizing slip hazards. Edwards Commercial Cleaning offers full tile stripping and waxing to remove build up and grime and bring your floors back to life with a clean and shiny finish. We also offer carpet cleaning for your business, too.
Tip: Consider adding entrance mats and runners in high-traffic areas to catch moisture and debris.
2. Dust and Sanitize Surfaces Regularly
During the colder months, windows stay closed, and heating systems are on full blast, which can lead to stale, dry air that circulates dust and germs. Regular dusting and sanitizing of surfaces can help reduce allergens and illness in the workplace. Pay special attention to frequently touched areas, such as door handles, light switches, and keyboards, to prevent the spread of germs. Our routine cleaning includes all touch points, door knobs, handles, and more.
Tip: Discuss your specific touch point cleaning requests to add to your cleaning plan.
3. Implement a More Frequent Cleaning Schedule
Winter calls for more frequent cleanings, especially with the increased risk of cold and flu season. Whether it’s daily, weekly, or monthly, updating your cleaning schedule for the winter months can make a big difference. Depending on the number of employees, staff and visitors, your cleaning plan may need to be increased in the colder months. This time of the year is more important to make sure touch points and interior areas are sanitized to reduce illness.
Tip: Consider adding disinfecting services to your regular cleaning schedule to minimize germs in shared spaces.
4. Add Natural Light with Clean Windows.
Now that daylight savings time has officially ended, darkness creeps in earlier and earlier throughout the winter months. Natural light not only increases your mood, but several studies have shown that it increases workplace productivity, too. Open the blinds to clean windows and bright sunny days. Edwards Commercial Cleaning offers full window cleaning services, both one time or daily, weekly, or monthly routine cleaning options. Window cleaning removes the dirt, debris, dust, smudges, and fingerprints from your doors and windows throughout your office allowing the sun to shine through.
Tip: Consider replacing heavy blinds or curtains with sheer shades which allows sunlight in while still reducing a glare.
Preparing your office or business for winter is an essential step in maintaining a clean, healthy, and productive environment during the colder months. By taking a proactive approach with these tips, your office will be better prepared for winter challenges, keeping it comfortable and inviting for everyone who steps through the door.
If you’re ready to start sanitizing your office, Edwards Commercial Cleaning is here to help! We specialize in all kinds of commercial cleaning and can customize a cleaning plan that meets your specific needs. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can make your workplace winter-ready!
