The carpet in your business creates ambiance. It provides soft and cushioned conditions for your team’s comfort and muffles footfalls to minimize distractions. That being said, it’s often an overlooked element of your facility and could probably use some extra care – especially if it’s been a struggle to keep up with frequent cleaning. If your carpet isn’t being properly taken care of, it can lead to premature wear, stubborn stains, and stale odors.
If you work in an office building, you know the importance of upholding a professional environment, especially for your team and visiting clients. If you operate a retail space or work in the hospitality or restaurant industry, you know that image and strong first impressions are imperative to creating a lasting experience. And for those that are in the medical field, a pristine facility is an essential aspect of the quality of service you provide.
1. Regular Vacuuming
Your facility’s carpets should be vacuumed as often as every day. While this may seem extreme, remember that airborne irritants like dust, pollen, and other impurities end up trapped within the carpet fibers along with dander, hair, skin, and dust mites. These everyday contaminants are impossible to avoid, making it all the more necessary to vacuum as regularly as possible to keep the office clean, smelling fresh, and employees healthy. A nightly janitorial staff can assist in cleaning and sanitizing your building each night so that your team begins each new day with a clean work environment.
2. Spot Clean
Accidents and spills happen, and even water has the power to stain. If a spill or scuff occurs, act on it as soon as possible so that these problem areas don’t become permanent. This is particularly key when it comes to businesses with high foot-traffic, like retail facilities, hotels, or restaurants. A day porter can work quickly to address these spots as soon as possible. To learn more about the benefits of a day porter, click here. The best way to minimize permanent markings or stains is to trust in a proactive maintenance or janitorial team who is detailed enough to take care of these common carpet issues. Regular spot cleaning will ensure the long-term appearance of your facility’s carpet remains as clean as possible.
3. Know the Dangers of Deep Cleaning
While semi-regular deep cleaning or shampooing is important to maintaining a pristine carpet, there is a wrong way to deep clean that could cause permanent damage. The hot water extraction process of deep cleaning commercial carpet could leave behind traces of detergent or cleaning solution, which is formulated to attract dirt. If water containing the detergent is left behind to dry, it may continue to pull dirt and soil and make the appearance of your carpet even worse. Make sure all residue and water is properly vacuumed away after a deep cleaning to maintain the life of your carpet.
4. Minimize Debris
When it comes to keeping such a large area of your facility clean, every step counts. Place an entrance mat outside the doorway of each building entrance to help loosen and trap dirt particles from shoes before they enter your building. It may seem like a small step, but this is in fact an important preventative measure, especially if you’re working in a business with heavy foot-traffic, such as retail or the hotel or restaurant industry. These entrance mats will help protect the longevity of your carpet by preventing permanent moisture, dirt, and dust damage.
5. Call in Professional Commercial Carpet Cleaners
Know when to call in the professionals. And yes, before there’s a worrisome stain or scuff! By scheduling regular carpet cleaning and maintenance in advance, you’ll be protecting your carpet from premature wear and tear by providing regular commercial cleaning services as well as deep cleans. A nightly professional janitorial and maintenance staff is the best way to ensure your carpet stays clean and sanitary for the busy workday ahead.
This article was brought to you by Calico Building Services. With over 3 decades of experience, we offer commercial janitorial, maintenance, and construction services to an array of properties that include office buildings and financial facilities, retail and hospitality centers, multi-unit properties, and educational and religious institutions. So whether your building’s carpet requires a deep clean or regular attentive maintenance, our expertly trained nightly janitorial staff and maintenance crew will work with you to create a program to keep your facility clean, safe, and sanitized. Request a proposal from Calico today.
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About Calico Building Services
Calico Building Services, Inc. is a privately held company founded in 1986 by husband and wife, Ron and Kathy Strand. By developing a reputation for quality workmanship and superior customer service, the company has grown organically to become a leading provider of building, facility and property services in the Western and Central U.S. with reach and capabilities nationwide. Today, the company employs more than 650 team members and works with hundreds of strategic partners throughout the U.S.
Our core service areas delivered through the company’s three divisions include janitorial, repairs and maintenance as well as construction. With our relentless customer-centric commitment to quality and service, we serve: national retailers, banks, building owners, universities, medical facilities, government municipalities and facilities managers. Our numerous customers range from regional success stories to Fortune 500 companies.
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There are many reasons why so many companies nationwide rely on Calico Building Services, Inc. for all their building, facility and property services. At the core, and the key differentiator, are our people and their constant commitment to excellence and unparalleled service.
