Commercial lifts are one of the most highly touched surfaces in a building, yet they are often overlooked during daily routine cleaning. In offices, hotels, retail stores, and more, thousands of people push the lift buttons, touch handrails and lift walls. Without effective cleaning, they become hotspots of viruses, bacteria, dirt, and fingerprints, undermining your professional appearance.
A thorough cleaning of commercial lifts don't only keep your building healthy, they extend the lifespan of the lift interior, helping maintain safety. Continue reading to learn the professional step-by-step process to cleaning and disinfecting a commercial lift.
Before cleaning starts, it's important that safety protocols are followed. This includes:
Before any cleaning products or disinfectants are used, the lift is cleaned during a dry method:
The lift buttons are the highest touch surface in a commercial lift, which is why special care is taken in the cleaning of these buttons and control panels. Professional cleaning teams:
Lift walls can be made of laminate, glass, or stainless steel, all of which are prone to fingerprints and smudges. Professional cleaners clean and disinfect these areas by:
Lift floors can be made using a variety of materials, ranging from tile or metal to carpet or vinyl. It is essential the correct cleaning method is used to ensure a spotless and healthy result. Professional cleaners follow the following processes:
Special attention is paid to ensure moisture does not enter the lift mechanisms or door tracks.
Once the commercial lift is spotless, the professional cleaners apply disinfectant that is designed for high-touch surfaces. Professional cleaning companies follow best practices when it comes to disinfecting, that includes:
Once the commercial life has been cleaned and disinfected effectively, a final inspection is carried out, ensuring all surfaces are clean and streak-free and that there is no areas that were missed, such as the door tracks or in the corners. Once final inspection is completed, the signage is removed and the lift is put back into operation.
Commercial lifts require a thorough cleaning and disinfecting with a structured cleaning plan. Professional cleaning services help to ensure your lift is maintained in a clean and healthy manner, helping you create a good first impression for clients, reducing the spread of germs, while maintaining lift components and interior finishes. Sloane Cleaning is backed by over 40 years of commercial cleaning experience and we can help you maintain your commercial lifts in a spotless and hygienic manner. Contact us now for a free, no obligation site visit and quote.