Adapting Your Cleaning Schedule for Autumn: A Seasonal Shift for a Cleaner Business and Home
As the crisp air of autumn sets in, it’s time to adjust not only your personal routine but also your cleaning schedule—both at home and at your business. The change in weather and lifestyle that comes with this season calls for a more tailored approach to cleanliness. Here’s how you can make the shift and ensure both your home and workplace stay spotless and inviting as temperatures drop!
Declutter and Organise for Efficiency
Autumn is the perfect time to streamline your environment. Whether you’re managing a household or running a business, a clean and organised space is key to maintaining productivity and comfort.
At Home: Start by packing away summer essentials—store away lighter clothing, outdoor furniture, and seasonal decor. Organise wardrobes and living spaces to make room for autumn-specific items like cozy blankets, heavier jackets, and boots.
At Work: Declutter your workspace to reduce distractions and create a professional, welcoming environment. Archive or store away files, supplies, or equipment that are not in use during this season. Clear desk spaces and communal areas to maintain cleanliness and improve efficiency.
Tackle Entryways
Autumn brings rain, mud, and fallen leaves, which can make entryways dirtier faster. Maintaining a clean and organised entrance will create a better first impression and prevent dirt from being tracked indoors.
At Home: Lay down absorbent door mats, both inside and outside, to catch dirt and moisture. Designate a spot for shoes, coats, and umbrellas to keep the mess contained.
At Your Business: Floor mats at entryways help keep the interior clean by capturing dirt and moisture from customers' shoes. This not only reduces the need for frequent cleaning but also improves safety by minimising the risk of slipping on wet floors. Invest in a quality mat service (select the link to find out how we can help!)
Deep Clean High-Traffic Areas
With more time spent indoors, high-traffic areas tend to accumulate dust and grime more quickly. Regular deep cleaning becomes essential during the autumn months.
At Home: Focus on areas like the kitchen, living room, and bathrooms, where family members are likely to gather more often. Clean carpets, rugs, and upholstery to remove dirt brought in from outside.
At Work: Increase the cleaning frequency for common areas like lobbies, meeting rooms, and restrooms. Vacuum carpets more regularly, and consider deep-cleaning upholstery to maintain a fresh environment.
We understand that increased cleaning can impact your budget, so why not reach out to learn more about our Flourish Professional Range? Our full line of eco-friendly cleaners comes in concentrated form, allowing you to use less product while still achieving a powerful clean. By reducing the number of different products your team needs, our solutions help streamline your cleaning process. Plus, they work seamlessly with both manual and water-fed dosing systems or through a convenient pelican pump! (Flourish Professional Range)
Adapt to Seasonal Allergies
Autumn brings its own set of allergens, such as dust mites, mold spores, and pollen from falling leaves. Adapting your cleaning routine can help mitigate allergy triggers in both home and business environments.
At Home: Regularly dust surfaces and vacuum with a HEPA filter to reduce allergens. Wash bedding more frequently and consider using an air purifier to improve indoor air quality.
At Your Business: Dust and vacuum frequently, especially in high-traffic areas. Clean air filters and ensure proper ventilation to keep the indoor air as fresh and allergen-free as possible.
Increase Disinfection of Surfaces
With the weather changing, seasonal illnesses like colds and flu become more prevalent. To help prevent the spread of germs, it’s important to increase the disinfection of frequently touched surfaces during autumn.
At Home: Focus on disinfecting high-touch areas such as doorknobs, light switches, countertops, and remote controls. These are common spots for germs to spread, especially with more time spent indoors. Use EPA-approved disinfectants daily to reduce the risk of illness.
At Work: Increase disinfection in communal areas like desks, keyboards, door handles, and shared equipment. Pay particular attention to frequently used areas such as meeting rooms, break rooms, and reception areas. Regularly disinfect these surfaces throughout the day, especially if your workplace sees a lot of foot traffic.
Why not give our All-Surface Sanitiser a try? It’s an incredibly effective cleaner suitable for any environment. Plus, it’s fragrance-free, making it perfect for use in food preparation areas. Click the link to learn more!
Consider Getting a Flu Vaccination
As autumn brings cooler temperatures, the risk of seasonal flu increases. Getting a flu vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from the virus.
At Home: Flu vaccinations help protect vulnerable family members, such as children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. By reducing the risk of flu, you can prevent the virus from spreading within the household. A vaccinated family means fewer sick days and a healthier environment for everyone during flu season.
At Work: Encouraging flu vaccinations in the workplace reduces the likelihood of employees getting sick, leading to fewer absences and maintaining productivity. A vaccinated workforce also helps prevent the spread of flu to clients, customers, and coworkers, ensuring a healthier, more efficient work environment throughout the flu season.
Why Partner with Hygienic Concepts?
At Hygienic Concepts, we put our customers first and strive to make every partnership valuable. No matter the service you receive from us, our highly trained team ensures that your equipment is always clean, sanitised, and fully functional after every visit. With autumn approaching, you can trust that maintaining the highest hygiene standards remains our top priority.
Contact us today to find out more about our services!
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