How to Give Your Office a Deep Clean Before the Holidays
The holidays are just around the corner and many offices in Lancaster County are in the process of planning a holiday party. Some workplaces choose to host their parties in-house, and most managers want things looking spic and span, especially since businesses may be having more guests into their office space than normal.
Before you start decorating or planning your holiday events, it’s a good idea to deep clean your office. Deep cleaning involves a more thorough approach than regular commercial cleaning. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure your office is spotless and well-organized this holiday season!
Declutter
Throughout the year, you’re busy and just trying to get things done. As a result, you may have gotten into the habit of letting things pile up in the breakroom or a corner office that is unoccupied. This is the perfect opportunity to remove unnecessary items. Also take the time to go through desks, drawers, and shelves to discard or recycle old papers, broken equipment, and get rid of anything you don’t need. Ask employees to organize their workstations by filing important documents and tidying up their spaces.
Dust
Dusting isn’t something that most people do every week, and it’s easy to overlook. However, it’s a must before a holiday event. Make sure to dust desks, shelves, and cabinets, and wipe down all surfaces, including hard-to-reach areas.
Don’t forget to give attention to your electronics. Dust off computers, keyboards, printers, and other equipment. You can use compressed air for hard-to-reach areas, like keyboards. Lighting fixtures are another item that can often get overlooked. Clean light bulbs, lamps, and ceiling fixtures to remove dust buildup.
Sanitize High-Touch Areas
With guests coming into your office, it’s important to sanitize, especially as we move into cold and flu season. Sanitize all door handles, light switches, and cabinet knobs. Also be sure to wipe down office phones, tablets, and any shared tech devices with disinfecting wipes. You’ll also want to give some extra attention to appliances in the breakroom. Clean handles and buttons on microwaves, refrigerators, toasters, coffee machines, and any other appliances that employees share.
Wash Windows and Mirrors
Often times, we are so preoccupied with cleaning the essentials, it’s easy to forget about items like windows and mirrors. Use a glass cleaner to remove smudges and streaks on windows, making sure to clean both sides. Mirrors and glass partitions should also be given some extra attention. Wiping down these items will give your workspace a polished look.
Clean Furniture
Chairs and sofas can get a lot of use, but they are often neglected during weekly cleanings. For fabric chairs, vacuum or use a steam cleaner on them. For wood furniture, wipe it down and consider polishing it, which can restore shine. Metal items should also be wiped and polished.
Air Vents and Filters
Dust and wipe down all air vents to improve air quality. This is also a great time to replace or clean air filters if necessary. Check your HVAC system’s manufacturer’s guidelines regarding how often air filters should be changed.
For a final touch, consider using something to freshen the air with a seasonal scent. Depending on the temperature outside, you might also consider opening a few windows to let fresh air circulate.
Once you have completed these six deep cleaning steps, your office will be holiday ready! Perform a final inspection and walk through to ensure every area of your office has been decluttered, dusted, and sanitized, and your windows, mirrors, furniture, and air vents are looking good.
If you need with a deep cleaning, contact Angie’s Custom Cleaning. We offer a variety of cleaning services in Lancaster for commercial clients and businesses.
Performing all these deep cleaning tasks at regular intervals will keep your office environment clean, healthy, and professional-looking year-round!
