Exceptional circumstances require unique cleaning materials and techniques to get the job done correctly.
With spring around the corner, new building construction picks up and so does the need for post-construction cleaning. There are many reasons post-construction cleaning is needed, over and above the need to clear away leftover building materials, dust, and grime.
Here are some other reasons for hiring a professional cleaning company, like Passion Cleaning, is a good idea.
Computer Equipment Cleanliness
Computer equipment needs a clean area to work optimally. New data storage buildings are going up to accommodate the world’s use of digital resources.
The site must be super clean to keep contamination away from the sensitive storage banks. By doing this fine-tune cleaning in your server room, it can keep your equipment from malfunctioning and allows it to run smoother.
Most builders hire a post-construction crew to do a builder’s clean for tradesperson’s and then a final clean for client occupation. Both these processes intensify if clients have substantial information technology equipment.
Issue Example
Drywall dust that tends to cling to everything. It can get inside sensitive electronic equipment. There may be a need to do a sealed environment blow out, and several surface vacuums and wet wipe to keep dust particle counts down. Repeat cleanings for HVAC systems need to be done to prevent the recirculation of dust throughout the building.
If you notice crews doing repeat vacuuming and washing of surfaces, it is not because they forgot where they cleaned. They are doing this because multiple cleans with special cloths are needed to ensure dust residue doesn’t remain.
Delicate & Unique Finishes With Specific Cleaning Instructions
High end and new construction materials sometimes need special treatment to clean and polish their surfaces. Post-construction cleaners have access to specialized sanitation knowledge, equipment, and supplies to deal with special cleaning situations.
Specific Surfaces With Specific Instructions
Common Household Surfaces
Stainless steel surfaces require special treatment to keep them shiny, and granite and marble surfaces can be damaged using acidic store-bought cleaners.
Vinyl Floors
The new vinyl planking that is popular now gets damaged by using anything except water and mild detergent. Mop and glow products that were common for earlier flooring products but are not recommended use on vinyl plank flooring. Beater bars on vacuums can damage vinyl flooring grain as well.
Wallpapers
Some high-end wallpapers warn of damage by water-based cleaning. To get a good clean on wallpapers, be sure to do test spots on the wall in a hidden area and if the paper absorbs the water or the colour bleeds, don’t go further. Dry alternatives such as wallpaper dough can lift away the dirt without ruining the finish.
Composite Tile
Another example of special cleaning needed is for vinyl composite tiles often used in commercial, industrial, and government buildings.
It requires buffing, scrubbing, stripping, and a seal coat to keep it at its best. Improper cleaning techniques and improper chemical use can cause accelerated wear and leakage to the mastic adhesives causing the tile to lift.
Sandstone & Other Outdoor Surfaces
Sandstone rock is one outside surface that erodes with cleaning.
Incorrect use of power washers can cause a lot of damage to outdoor surfaces. It can damage painted surfaces, pit concrete, force moisture under siding and gouge softwood on decks.
Allergies & Illnesses
If you have anyone with allergies or illnesses like asthma in the home, the particles left behind after construction might aggravate their conditions.
There are silica or fibreglass insulation particles, drywall dust, carpet, and wood fibres left from the building process.
Be sure to mention health conditions to the contractor so they can keep them in mind when choosing building materials. Also, request a deep clean from your post-construction cleaners to prepare the environment ahead of time for family members or employees. For more information about construction dust and how it can affect your health.
Safe Products for Sensitive Skin & Lungs
Ask your cleaner to use supplies that won’t affect breathing and skin conditions. It is a good idea to consider this for business clients as well. If they react to materials in your showroom or store, it is likely they won’t patronize your business.
Before moving in, check with your builder and post-construction cleaners about special instructions for the maintenance of your home or facility.
Future Cleaning Improvements
Some exciting building products may be used in the future that clean themselves! How great would that be!
There is already glass infused with nanoparticles that clean itself. Some nano-coatings are applied to surfaces to repel dirt and dust.
There is also a new concrete substance that cleans itself and filters air pollution.
Furthermore, manufacturers are also improving robotic cleaners and finding nano-cleaning products that can be used by robots.
Until that perfect robot arrives, you can call Passion Cleaning Services to assist with all your cleaning needs.