I imagine we all think of cleaning about the same; wipe down surfaces, vacuum, mop, and clean the windows every once and awhile. But how many can say they take the correct steps to properly clean and disinfect surfaces regularly?

Types of cleaning

Cleaning can be broken down into different types of users, the two popular ones being residential and commercial. There are also specialized cleaning businesses like the ones mentioned below:

• Residential cleaning: Including basic dusting and cleaning of all surfaces and items, vacuuming, and mopping floors in small businesses or homes.
• Commercial cleaning: Whether that’s the cleaning of basic office areas or more specialized and in-depth production areas, and other places like schools, hospitals, prisons, hotels, and spas.
• Window cleaning: Other than a quick wipe of the internal glass and window sills as part of other cleaning, window cleaners specialize in more specific window cleaning going inside and outside.
• Carpet cleaning: It’s best to have carpets routinely cleaned every 3 to 6 months to keep hygienic and looking fresh.
• More types of cleaning include: swimming pool cleaning, medical cleaning, washing services, and builders’ cleaning.

Cleaning and disinfection generally consists of six steps:

Remember to clean first before you disinfect. Germs can hide underneath dirt and other material on surfaces where they are not affected by the disinfectant. Dirt can also reduce the effectiveness of some disinfectants.

• Pre-clean: remove excess food waste by sweeping, wiping or pre-rinsing.
• Main clean: loosen surface waste and grease using a detergent.
• Rinse: remove loose food waste, grease, and detergent.
• Disinfection: kill the bacteria with disinfectant or heat.
• Final rinse: remove the disinfectant.
• Drying: remove all moisture.

What are the advantages of cleanliness?

Whether it is in our home or at the office, there is a direct correlation between a clean environment and improved health. A clean work environment can help reduce worker sick days, a clean home environment can keep you and those close to you healthy. A regular cleaning program preserves and protects assets such as carpets, floors, tile surfaces, equipment. It prevents excessive wear and extends lifespans.

It is our goal at Texas Technologies to support you in finding the right cleaning product for your home or business. If you have questions or are looking for a product you don’t see in our vast online catalog, please contact our specialists to assist you.