The Covid-19 virus has completely changed the way things are being done. Real estate owners have also experienced changes in renting out their property. Cleanliness has become the biggest priority, with no one taking chances. Commercial real estate owners have had to upgrade their cleaning game. There is no taking chances when it comes to disinfecting areas such as the railings, buttons, floor, handles, windowsills, doors, and windowpanes. A speck of dirt in the wrong place could easily cost an agent. Covid-19 is a highly infectious virus; hence every detail is essential. Real estate owners must go the extra mile in their cleaning strategies. Here are some cleaning tips to help commercial real estate owners be at their best.
Dust the Blinds
Blinds easily collect dirt and could quickly spread bacteria. Ensure to thoroughly clean blinds wiping the dust from top-down to bottom. Remember, some blinds, especially those near dusty areas, accumulate dirt very quickly. That is something prospective clients do not want to see. If possible, hire professionals to work on the blinds.
Replace Air Filters
Achieving cleanliness may mean going deep into your pockets. If possible, have the air filters in your HVAC replaced. Clean and efficient air filters will help reduce pollutants and allergens in the air and thus improve air quality in the building. It also helps improves air circulation on your property. Therefore, real estate owners have no option but to go the extra mile and begin working with a HVAC company to ensure their filters are always in top-notch condition.
Deep Clean the Carpets
Anything that acts as an air filter requires thorough cleaning. Carpets, soft furnishings are good air filters that trap bacteria and allergens. Since Covid is a novel virus, you would not want to take chances on anything. Carpets can clasp more bacteria than most other furnishings. It's therefore important to deep clean the carpets.
Owners should adopt the use of a three-stage HEPA filter. These filters usually trap up to 99.7% of all small particles. Other vacuum cleaners clean while returning the dust into the room. Professional carpet cleaners may also come in handy to eliminate all bacteria and germs hiding in the carpet fibers.
Choose the Right Detergents
When choosing cleaning products, avoid using overly scented detergents. These products may not be safe or friendly to all clients. It is also important to consider going for cleaning products that contain a disinfectant. This helps slow down the spread of viruses as well as disease-causing bacteria. Alternatively, one could opt for green-certified and non-toxic cleaning products.
Scrub the Tile
Real estate owners should be vigilant on spots such as porous grout, stones, and tiles. Especially for ceramic tiles on the bathrooms, hallways, and kitchens, which can act as a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. Such surfaces look classy and stylish; however, they are quite the virus magnet. Choose the right kind of chemicals as some cleaning agents may be hazardous. Also, clean the hallways properly as most people tend to touch the walls as they walk.
Clean the Bathrooms Regularly
Bathrooms are among the dirtiest places in any commercial building and thus tend to have a higher concentration of disease-causing germs. There are also higher chances of negligence while using common bathrooms. This means they are more likely to get dirty. Places of focus should include doors, handles, sinks, windowsills, rubbish bins, ventilation systems, and checking cisterns.
Real estate owners should consider deep cleaning areas where people touch frequently. Places people hold on to while walking could facilitate the spread of the virus. It's even advisable to have labels guiding people not to touch. However, they can also hire professional cleaners to clean and disinfect common areas, and you should always make sure you have trained facility management services.
