🧹 What Is Commercial Office Cleaning?

Commercial office cleaning refers to professional cleaning services provided to businesses, typically in office buildings, corporate headquarters, and shared workspaces. Unlike residential cleaning, commercial cleaning is usually performed after hours or during low-traffic times to avoid disrupting business operations.

🧼 Common Services Included

1. General Cleaning

   • Dusting desks, surfaces, and electronics

   • Vacuuming carpets and rugs

   • Sweeping and mopping floors

2. Trash Removal

   • Emptying wastebaskets and recycling bins

   • Replacing liners

3. Restroom Cleaning

   • Disinfecting toilets, sinks, and counters

   • Restocking toilet paper, soap, and paper towels

4. Kitchen & Break Room Cleaning

   • Wiping countertops, microwaves, fridges

   • Cleaning sinks and floors

5. Glass & Window Cleaning

   • Interior glass panels and doors

   • Some companies also offer exterior window services

6. High-touch Surface Disinfection

   • Light switches, door handles, keyboards, elevator buttons (especially important post-COVID)

7. Floor Care (if needed)

   • Carpet shampooing

   • Floor polishing or stripping/waxing for tile/wood floors

8. Specialty Add-Ons

   • Deep cleaning

   • Sanitization fogging

   • Upholstery cleaning

🧾 Why Commercial Office Cleaning Is Important

• Health & Hygiene: Reduces the spread of germs and allergens.

• Professional Appearance: Clean workspaces improve client perception.

• Employee Productivity: A tidy environment boosts morale and focus.

• Longevity of Assets: Regular maintenance extends the life of carpets, furniture, and equipment.

• Compliance: Some industries (like healthcare, finance) require regulated cleaning standards.

🏢 Who Hires Commercial Cleaners?

• Corporate offices

• Medical and dental offices

• Law firms

• Schools and universities

• Government buildings

• Co-working spaces

• Call centers and tech companies

💼 How the Business Works (If You’re Starting One)

1. Licensing & Insurance: Must be properly registered, bonded, and insured.

2. Team Training: Cleaners should be trained in OSHA safety, chemicals, and equipment use.

3. Equipment & Supplies: Includes vacuums, mops, chemicals, PPE, microfiber cloths, etc.

4. Pricing Models:

   • Per square foot

   • Hourly rate

   • Flat rate per job

5. Contracts: Most clients prefer regular service (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly).

6. Marketing: Referrals, SEO, Google Business Profile, cold outreach to facility managers.

📋 Example Office Cleaning Checklist (Basic Daily)