Fighting dangerous viruses can be an incredible battle — they’re an invisible enemy, and it’s often hard to tell where they might be lurking. The past month has been stressful, filling many of us with paranoia and plenty of hand sanitizer, so we want to educate our readers about some hotspots to keep clean and properly disinfected. All Pro Cleaning Systems has always brought top-tier commercial janitorial cleaning services to our clients, so we want to share some of our wisdom with you.
Public Areas and Shared Surfaces
Did you know the COVID-19 virus can live on a surface from anywhere between a few hours to multiple days? Public spaces are some of the major hotspots for germ spread, due to the abundance of shared surfaces. Contact with any shared surface is all it takes for a virus that may be on that surface to travel to a person. Effective cleaning practices, like washing your hands with soap and hot water, or using hand sanitizer after contact, are great ways to try to stop the spread of viruses when interacting with these surfaces and spaces:
- Gyms
- Menus
- Shopping carts
- Door handles
- Elevator buttons
- Hotel rooms
- PIN pads
Keeping Your Home Clean
Although All Pro Cleaning Systems is known for our professional commercial janitorial cleaning services, we do realize a lot of our clients and franchisees are at home trying to implement effective cleaning habits. We want to help. Our homes are supposed to be safe spaces to build memories and connect with family, not places to worry about the consequences of a virus. Here, we have provided a quick list of some of the areas in your home that attract harmful pathogens and that should be cleaned regularly, or replaced if need be:
- Toothbrush holders
- Kitchen counters, tables, and appliances
- Door knobs
- Television remote control
Everyday Personal Hotspots
Some of the areas that attract the most germs are surfaces we interact with regularly, and research has shown what can happen if they are not taken care of properly. For instance, you might be surprised to learn that the COVID-19 virus can live on a phone screen for up to 96 hours. It’s not always at the forefront of our minds to maintain proper cleaning habits throughout all aspects of our daily lives, but wiping your phone with a screen wipe is a great way to fight off harmful viruses. Make sure to pay special attention to your:
- Cell phone
- Steering wheel
- Work desk
- Computer keyboard and mouse
Our Advice to You
All Pro Cleaning Systems has been supporting businesses of all sizes with our commercial janitorial cleaning services for over two decades, so we can tell you that in times like these, it’s important to educate yourself. We understand the unprecedented fear that the coronavirus has caused many people to feel, but knowledge holds tremendous power. Explore the differences between cleaning vs. disinfecting, or the importance of “dwell time” and how to put it into practice effectively. We also encourage business owners to look into the difference that hiring a daily janitorial service can make, not just to the aesthetic of their properties, but most importantly, to the health of their employees. All Pro Cleaning Systems strives to provide a healthier environment for everyone to return to, and we are excited to continue partnering with new owners who share that same passion.
Would you like to learn more about our commercial janitorial cleaning services? Are you interested in becoming an All Pro Cleaning Systems franchisee? Get in touch with us today!
