Depending on the type of commercial property you own or manage, you could be dealing with any number of challenges when it comes to cleaning. Having the right maintenance department or personnel is one of the most important aspects of keeping a commercial property clean and safe for employees as well as the general public.
There are numerous common cleaning challenges that a lot of commercial industries face on a regular basis. Whether it’s a hospital, shopping mall, school system, office complex, or anything else, overcoming these challenges requires determination and focus on the part of those responsible for its care and safety.
24 hour service.
Hospitals and other facilities are open, for the most part, 24 hours a day. This can make it extremely challenging for a maintenance department to keep those floors clean.
Focus on doing the most common areas during periods of time when there is the least amount of traffic. It may not be possible to close down an entire area, but most maintenance crews with experience understand they can isolate various sections of rooms, hallways, and other areas to clean.
Not having the right equipment.
With very tight maintenance budgets, some organizations end up choosing cheap commercial floor cleaning products. The equipment will make a significant impact on how well the property is maintained. If you have a tendency to focus on inexpensive equipment to save money in the short run, it’s going to impact the long-term care of those floors.
Experienced personnel.
Hiring the cheapest maintenance personnel may save money at the moment, but when you consider the amount of experience and training is required to safely and effectively take care of commercial floors, you could end up having to replace your floor several years before you should have to as a result of an inexperienced personnel.
Always hire the most experienced and professional people when it comes to commercial floor maintenance. Also, be sure to choose the best equipment, which can sometimes mean making a more significant investment at the moment, but can save you money over time.