Winter is on the way, and New England winters can be especially harsh. Snow, ice, freezing winds, and more can make the upcoming months messy and miserable. This is why you need to start your pre-winter prep. You don’t want to be scrambling to schedule necessary maintenance when it’s already too late. This could cost you time and money you can’t afford to waste.
Get Your Windows Washed
Winter is not normally the time to wash your windows. It rains less in the winter, so airborne pollutants that make the glass grimy aren’t naturally washed away. However, temperatures dipping below freezing makes washing them difficult.
Because of this, you should endeavor to get them cleaned before the freezing temperatures set in. This way you can have clean, clear windows that will let in more natural light. Clean windows and natural light not only make your building look nicer, but can help employees who might suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Schedule You Snow Removal Team
You can never be sure how much snow you’ll get during winter. Some years Massachusetts only gets a few flurries, while others get a blizzard every week. What’s important is that you have a team at the ready to shovel your building’s walkways and parking lots.
An essential part of your pre-winter prep is to make sure your commercial cleaning services include snow removal. Otherwise you might have to let employees work remotely while you scramble to find someone who can shovel out some parking spaces and a path to the front door.
Floor Cleaning
Winter is when your floors take a real beating. People are tracking in snow, mud, sand, and salt from the outdoors. The grimy floors can leave a negative impression on visitors, as they’ll be less than impressed with your building’s cleanliness. On top of this, puddles and sand could be a dangerous slipping hazard.
Prep for this by making sure your cleaning team pays special attention to mopping up the entryways of your facilities and other areas with heavy foot-traffic. If they can stay on top of the mess instead of leaving it until the end of the day, you’ll have much more attractive floors as visitors come and go.
Get Ready for Flu Season
Flu season isn’t technically a specific season, but the worst cases generally occur during the winter. To prevent a viral outbreak in your office, it’s vital that your commercial cleaning team is scheduled and can handle it. They’ll need to be disinfecting surfaces more often to keep the spread of germs at bay. Otherwise you might end up with half of the building out sick, which will cause a massive drop in productivity.
Pre-winter prep like this will save you a lot of stress once winter officially comes. Your commercial cleaning staff is your first line of defense against the grime, illnesses, and inconveniences that come with the season. Contact us today to get a cleaning team that’s winter-ready!