Certain areas of the office are a no-brainer and sometimes you don’t think about the impact that office cleaning your can have. Most facility managers remember to wipe down desks, clean restrooms, windows are usually not neglected and floors are mopped or vacuumed. But there are areas of your office that are less obvious and less visible that are often overlooked in the cleaning process. These areas contribute to an unpleasant first impression to clients and visitors.
Just because these areas are out of sight does not mean they are overlooked. Clean these overlooked areas regularly and seek the advice of X-ACT CARE personnel for a thorough cleaning job. Here are The 12 Places You Must Clean In Your Office:
1. Behind Printers and Copiers
Especially if your photocopier is in high demand, it is likely to leave small particles that accumulate around, under and behind the machine, contributing to a dirty and dusty area. In addition, smudges on the glass will make your copies look dirty and unprofessional.
2. Microwaves
There is perhaps nothing in an office that gets used and abused more than the microwave. Food explosions that aren’t cleaned up right away leave nasty smells and disgusting bacteria. Put the microwave at the top of the cleaning priority list to maintain the hygiene of food preparation areas and eliminate unpleasant odors.
3. Walls
You may be surprised at the amount of dirt, dust and grime that can cling to vertical surfaces. Especially if the walls are textured or papered, they need to be cleaned regularly.
4. Picture Frames
Inspect the glass of artwork in your office and you’ll find grimy film or fingerprints that need to be cleaned. Also be sure to dust the tops of the frames, as this is often an area of dust accumulation.
5. Baseboards
Dust and scuff marks on baseboards make the office look worn and neglected. In addition, accumulated dust will eventually find its way into the HVAC systems and make the air you breathe unhealthy.
6. Ceiling Tiles
Don’t forget to look up. Your customers and visitors do. If your business has acoustic ceiling tiles, they need to be kept free of dust. Pay special attention to tiles located near vents, as they are prone to dark spots.
7. Ceiling Fan Blades
Fan blades love to collect dirt. If you go too long without cleaning your ceiling fan, the dirt and dust that has accumulated on the blades will quickly spread throughout the office once it is turned on. The thick layer of dust transferred to furniture surfaces will make the rest of the room harder to maintain and create unhealthy air to breathe.
8. Luminaires
Fluorescent light fixtures are like a magnet for insects. These fixtures often accumulate dust that tarnishes their brightness. Because they are out of your line of sight, you often don’t realize how dirty the lights are.
9. Vents and Ductwork
During the cold winter months, your heating system has probably been in constant use. If you are not regularly cleaning your vents and ductwork, chances are there is a lot of dust accumulated there and it is affecting employee health. Be sure to look at vents located in the ceiling, such as those installed in bathrooms or kitchens.
10. Curtains and Blinds
You may clean your windows regularly, but how often do you clean your curtains and blinds? Curtains and blinds accumulate dust quite easily and can start to look dull. While cleaning your blinds takes time, keep in mind that the longer you wait to clean them, the harder it will be to clean them and all that unhealthy dust will continue to spread around your office.
11. Plants and Foliage
Whether they’re live or artificial, you may not realize how much dust and cobwebs can cling to their vegetation. Remove dead or dying leaves regularly to keep these little touches of nature looking clean and fresh.
12. Furniture and Upholstery
Dirty and stained furniture can benefit from a good steam cleaning from time to time. Whether it’s an upholstered chair in the lobby or leather chairs in a conference room, office furniture somehow gets neglected. But your furniture collects germs and residue on a daily basis. Even leather furniture can become dusty and greasy.
Finally
Keeping all these areas clean can be overwhelming. Most employees keep their personal spaces clean, but who is responsible for cleaning the common areas? Consider letting X-ACT CARE do the hard work for you by performing a thorough cleaning of your facility with a routine cleaning program.
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