The holiday season is a time of joy, cheer, and … increased foot traffic. As agencies and businesses prepare for the influx of visitors, it’s crucial to ensure your facility is not only welcoming but also clean and hygienic. Here’s a cleaning checklist to help you get ready for the holiday rush:

1. Increased Cleaning Frequency in High-Traffic Areas:

• Bathrooms:
  – Frequent cleaning of toilets, sinks, and countertops
  – Regular restocking of soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
  – Sanitizing high-touch surfaces like door handles and faucets
• Common Areas:
  – Regular sweeping and mopping of floors
  – Emptying trash cans frequently
  – Sanitizing high-touch surfaces like tables, chairs, and handrails
• Entrances and Exits:
  – Sweeping and mopping entryways and walkways
  – Cleaning and sanitizing door handles and push plates
• Elevators:
  – Frequent cleaning of buttons, handrails, and interior surfaces

2. Deep Cleaning and Sanitizing:

• Carpets and Upholstery:
  – Thorough vacuuming and steam cleaning of carpets
  – Cleaning and sanitizing upholstery
• Air Ducts:
  – Professional cleaning of air ducts to improve air quality
• Kitchen and Food Preparation Areas:
  – Deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and appliances
  – Sanitizing countertops and food preparation surfaces

3. Holiday-Specific Cleaning:

• Decorations:
  – Dusting and cleaning ornaments and decorations
  – Sanitizing artificial trees and other decorations
• Holiday Parties:
  – Additional cleaning and sanitizing before and after events
  – Prompt cleanup of spills and messes

By following this checklist and partnering with a professional cleaning service like Mister Kleen, you can ensure your facility is ready to handle the increased foot traffic and maintain a clean and healthy environment for your customers and employees.

Mister Kleen has been a leading provider of contract cleaning services to Commercial and High-Security facilities since 1976. Our primary service area is the DC Metro region. We also provide a variety of interior and exterior specialty services. For more information, contact us at 703-719-6900.