New year’s checklist: how to get your commercial or office space clean, safe and ready for 2021

Bye 2020. You won’t be missed. The new year is upon us and January is the perfect time to put a commercial and office cleaning plan into place and start off the new year on the right foot.

Offices and commercial spaces in Sydney – and throughout the rest of the world – have had to adjust to the new COVID normal. That means more remote work, flexible systems in line with fast-changing regulations, and responsive and thorough cleaning schedules.

We all know that Sydney, and Australia, weathered the pandemic comparatively well. However, office and commercial spaces throughout greater Sydney still saw a huge drop in face-to-face office time in 2020.

Many companies saw the benefits of having more flexible systems in place. Transit times were reduced offering a better chance at work-life balance. On the other hand, many employees reported creativity and productivity difficulties. Zoom is no replacement for the feeling of collaboration that happens in face-to-face meetings. While work may be changing for good, the need to have safe, productive, and functional commercial and office spaces remains critical for the future of work across all industries.

Professionals are now filing back into CBD high-rises and office buildings throughout Sydney. Now is the time to put into place an efficient and effective cleaning plan to save time and money and keep your workplace safe and open in 2021.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I PROCURE THE SERVICES OF A COMMERCIAL, OFFICE AND INDUSTRIAL CLEANING COMPANY?

The first thing a professional cleaning company will do is a consultation. In the case of offices and commercial spaces, a full audit is done of the commonly used areas to determine what needs cleaning, and how often.

2021 CLEANING CHECKLIST

• Routine and general cleaning includes tiles, floors, internal walls, partition walls, furniture, lighting, desks, and suspended ceilings.

• Bathrooms and kitchens should be regularly and thoroughly cleaned by a team that understands the exact chemicals to use to clean and disinfect surfaces, without damaging the finish.

• If floor maintenance is needed, such as an acid wash, strip and seal, or floor reparation, this will become part of your cleaning plan. Most larger-scale jobs are done on an annual or biannual basis.

• Windows and carpet cleaning is assessed and performed as needed. Carpet cleaning can be done semi-regularly or whenever an emergency spot clean is needed!

At AQWA Property Services, we pride ourselves on pinpointing the exact services our clients need to ensure their office and commercial spaces are clean, well-maintained, and safe.

We provide a personalised approach with made-to-measure office cleaning plans designed to maximise efficiency and results – while staying on budget.

Our office cleaning services ensure your common areas are virus-free and safe for your employees and clients. We offer a range of base building cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window cleaning, and carpet cleaning services. We are also particularly proud that we use only in-house cleaners – you won’t find subcontractors here. That means each one of our staff is trained by us and dedicated to providing your business with the best possible service.

Get in touch today and find out how we can make your life easier in 2021 with a professional office, commercial and industrial cleaning plan.