It’s important for BSCs to understand best practices for managing carpet stains, spills, and spots as well as reducing their occurrence.
As businesses reopen following the novel coronavirus pandemic, it is essential for building service contractors and facility managers to understand and embrace the new carpet cleaning best practices.
Carpet care in long term care facilities is critical not only for the health of the staff and residents, but also impacts the appearance and perceived cleanliness of the facility as a whole. Learn more about cleanliness in long term care facilities.
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According to a survey conducted online by The Harris Poll on behalf of Whittaker, a majority of Americans say dirty carpet with things like stains, animal hair or food residue in a facility would negatively impact their perception of that business/organization.
As businesses begin to re-open in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, facilities will need BSCs to conduct thorough cleanings. In preparation for ramped-up facility cleaning, we're talking about maintaining carpet cleaning equipment during the lockdown, and preparing for reopening.
Hotel managers and housekeeping teams should understand best practices for cleaning hotels during an outbreak or pandemic.
Understanding best carpet cleaning practices will help your educational facility choose a carpet cleaning system that is well-suited for the various buildings on campus, as well as the staff members who are tasked with cleaning.
Being mindful of the differences between cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting carpet will help facility managers best protect occupants and visitors, as well as their carpet investment.
Whether your business is new to low-moisture encapsulation or well-versed in the technique, there are numerous factors to consider when choosing the best carpet cleaning chemicals.
To help carpet last for years and maintain its like-new appearance, it’s essential to have a well-planned approach to carpet cleaning high traffic areas in facilities.
