In modern times, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in office and retail settings should be a high priority standard. However, it’s important to recognize that there is a significant distinction between a surface that is simply “clean” and one that is thoroughly disinfected by a professional janitorial services provider like Calico Building Services. While cleanliness may give the appearance of a tidy organized space, it often falls short in preventing the spread of harmful germs and pathogens. Scientific studies have consistently shown that disinfected cleanliness offers superior protection against illness and promotes a healthier workplace. Of course, this disinfected environment also produces a high productivity workforce as well as a welcoming environment for your customers.
Research has revealed that viruses and bacteria can linger on surfaces for extended periods, even after routine cleaning. For instance, a study published in the Journal of Hospital Infection found that the influenza virus can survive on surfaces for up to 48 hours. This fact highlights the need for disinfection in addition to regular cleaning. Disinfecting surfaces with appropriate chemicals can kill these pathogens and drastically minimize the risk of infection. In contrast, simply cleaning without disinfection may only remove visible dirt and debris, leaving behind hidden threats that can lead to illness outbreaks among employees and customers.
And as we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of disinfection in office and retail spaces. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasizes the role of disinfection in reducing the transmission of the virus, particularly on frequently touched surfaces. Disinfecting with approved disinfectants that meet EPA guidelines has become a crucial strategy for mitigating the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in shared spaces like offices and retail stores. With ongoing concerns about infectious diseases, prioritizing a disinfected clean environment is an essential step in safeguarding the health and well-being of employees and customers in these settings. A professional janitorial services provider like Calico Building Services can offer the expertise and experience needed to keep your business spaces safe from harmful germs.
If you’re ready to get started and to explore your options for professional janitorial services, contact Calico Building Services for a free consultation and evaluation. As we enter Fall and Winter, now is the time to make sure your offices and stores are not just clean, but they are disinfected clean.
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About Calico:
Calico Building Services is a leading provider of building, property, and facility services. Founded in 1986, Calico offers its customers a myriad of services from the following three main divisions.
- Janitorial Services
- General Property Maintenance & Repairs
- Tenant Improvements & Construction Services
These services have been carefully developed over the years and are aimed at providing their clients with everything they need to ensure that their properties are maintained and operating with the highest level of quality and care.
Calico is a closely held, family-owned company with a reputation for quality workmanship and superior customer care. Calico has grown organically over the years and has become a leading service provider in the Western United States serving all types of properties including:
- Office Buildings
- Medical Facilities
- Resort & Hotels
- Restaurants
- Shopping Malls
- Retail Stores
- Airports
- Financial Institutions
- Industrial Properties
- Schools & Universities
- Churches
Every employee and vendor at Calico understands and is committed to the organization’s mission of Honesty, Integrity and Excellence which sets Calico apart from the competition.
Contact Information:
Calico Building Services
1-800-576-7313
www.calicoweb.com
