A building is one of the epitomes of a place’s booming economy. There is a massive exchange of foot traffic in these establishments on any given day. It is also why commercial buildings are a hotspot for bacteria and viruses. Unconsciously, you might already be exposed to the dirtiest areas of the building. As a result, you may already be at risk of contracting a disease.
Most of us perceive that when we talk about the dirtiest areas of the building, it is always the toilet, the kitchen, and areas where there’s garbage disposal. Little did we know that there are other exposed locations that we interact with more often than we expected.
5 Spots Regarded as the Dirtiest Areas in a Commercial Space
Cleaning your commercial property? Check again, as it’s possible that you have missed these dirtiest areas in the building:
1. Sink and taps
Ironically, people interact with sink and taps to wash their hands and things from filth. The question is, how many of these people wash this fixture after use? It will surprise you to know how much germs this area accumulates because it is damp. In addition, food particles are also discarded on most sinks.
If you looked closely, poorly unsanitized faucets would have lines of black grime on their nozzles. You can also see limescale forming around the tap and the sink’s corners.
It is ideal to wash the area with soap and warm water after every use. In addition, it would be better to thoroughly disinfect the place at least once or twice every week to ensure that there will be no buildup of bacteria.
2. Elevator buttons
The elevator is one of the busiest areas of a building. People use this equipment to move around from one floor to another with the touch of a button.
Because of this, elevator buttons contract different kinds of germs from other people every time. Believe it or not, elevator buttons have bacterial levels that are 40 times higher than toilet seats. So, when not cleaned regularly, these can be a tool that can pass around harmful organisms from one person to another.
Cleaning the elevator buttons at least twice a day with Ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol (70%) is an excellent way to disinfect. Avoid spraying directly on the controls because this will damage the wiring connection. Instead, use a towel to apply the solution evenly on the surface.
3. Carpets
Carpets add elegance to a building’s interior. It accents a dull floor and even trap dust and other contaminants, preventing them from spreading to the surface. It is for the same reason why carpets are among the dirtiest areas in the building. Think of pieces of food, mud, dirt, and even skin cells!
It would be wise to clean the carpets daily with a regular vacuum. However, the dirt can sometimes be too stubborn that you should solicit professional help. Deep carpet cleaning should be done depending on how fast the carpet accumulates dirt. A professional cleaning expert can provide you with sound advice on when to do it if unsure.
4. Handles, light switches, door knobs
They may look small and trivial, but handles, light switches, and doorknobs are also among the dirtiest areas in an establishment. Different people coming in and out of the building touch these facilities. Cleaners also overlook and seldom clean them because of their size.
You can include the handles, light switches, doorknobs, and microwave and fridge doors on your list of things to clean to avoid forgetting them. You can also start spraying alcohol every after contact to prevent bacteria buildup.
5. Bathrooms, especially toilets
Perhaps the most obvious, bathrooms are the dirtiest area in buildings because this is where people discard and get rid of their accumulated waste.
Most cross-contamination happens in bathrooms, especially those that lack proper ventilation. The contraction of bacteria, viruses, and germs can even occur as early as the moment someone touches the bathroom door handle.
E. coli and other fecal toxins are also present on every surface regardless of how often they are mopped and wiped. The best way to clean the bathroom is the constant use of disinfectant bathroom cleaners with a percentage of bleach. Bathroom cleaners with enzymes are also best for breaking down organic material and eliminating bacteria.
Maintain the toilets at all times. Have an adequate amount of toilet paper and avoid puddle buildup on floors.
Do you need help with the dirtiest areas in your building?
Cleaning these bacteria hotspots in commercial buildings proves to be a tough chore to do. However, sanitation is one of the crucial factors that can make or break your business. If you need help identifying, cleaning, and sanitizing your commercial space’s dirtiest areas and corners, you can always reach out to us at 714-224-0301 or email us at info@prestigepropertyservices.com.
