Here in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, our fall season starts a little late. As we move into the second half of October, the leaves are finally starting to change, the temperatures are dropping slightly, and the days are getting shorter. Should your approach to cleaning change, too? Read on to learn about preparing your DFW office for fall weather.
Clear Away Summer Pollen
Now is the perfect time to tackle any problems leftover from the summer, and pollen is a big one. Start by deep cleaning your interiors, particularly rugs and textiles that can trap small particles. Change your HVAC filters and, if allergy symptoms persist, invest in an office air purifier.
Next, take a closer look at your office exterior. Pollen leaves behind a sticky yellow residue that can age your property. Schedule power washing services to refresh your windows, siding, and walkways.
Keep Entryway Floors Clean
We may not see spectacular fall foliage here in the DFW area, but we do experience the autumnal leaf drop. As employees head in from the parking lot, those fallen leaves tend to follow, accumulating in your entryway. If you let them pile up indoors, you may find yourself dealing with musty odors, mildew, and even pest problems.
To prevent these unwanted outcomes, sweep up the leaves and debris each day. Talk to your professional cleaners about paying special attention to the floors in your entryway, vacuuming and mopping them to remove any residual materials.
Double Down on Moisture and Mold
Fall isn’t our rainiest season, but we do tend to see an uptick in rainy days in October and November. The wetter it is outside, the more you need to look out for moisture and mold inside.
If you can’t commit to sweeping up leaves every day, prioritize leaf removal on rainy days. Pay attention to any leaks in your office and schedule maintenance accordingly. Let your professional cleaners know if you’ve discovered any mold growth. Prevention should always be your first line of defense against mold; if mold is already growing, containment and fast action are key.
Get in the Habit of Disinfecting
Are you looking for ways to keep morale and productivity high in the last few months of the year? We can’t stress enough the importance of disinfecting high-touch surfaces around the office.
Few things slow down office production like high levels of absenteeism, which you’re bound to see if you don’t prepare for cold and flu season. By regularly disinfecting high-touch surfaces, you can cut down on the spread of germs and keep your employees healthy.
Make the Office a Positive Place to Be
Cold and flu season isn’t the only thing that can put a damper on office morale. Factors like holiday stress and limited daylight can also create palpable shifts in employee well-being. Invest in professional cleaning and keep your office clutter-free to prevent the office from being one more source of stress this fall.
At Prime Facility Maintenance, we’re here to support your cleaning initiatives all year round. Get in touch and start building your fall cleaning strategy.
