Introduction
In recent years, the standard for office cleaning and sanitation has been raised significantly. High traffic areas and high touch objects require more attention and more deliberate disinfection methods.
Better Business Cleaning can quickly and thoroughly disinfect workspaces of any size to allow employees, customers, and visitors the ability to confidently return to your facilities. We use an advanced, plant-based, hospital-grade disinfectant that works very fast and is highly effective against emerging viruses (such as coronavirus) as well as more established viruses (such as influenza, noroviruses, etc) and even bacteria.
At the same time it is VERY safe for humans and can even be used in food prep areas and day care facilities.
We apply it using an electrostatic sprayer that aerosolizes and electrically charges the disinfectant and allows it to attach to surfaces that non-electrostatic sprayers miss (e.g., it wraps around objects instead of just landing on the surface).
Disinfectant wipes, disinfectant sprays, bleach, and hand sanitizer have never been in higher demand and it is easy to see the important role they play in battling microbial contamination. This guide focuses on Disinfectant Fogging and explains what it is, and what benefits it offers. Although Dsinfectant Fogging technology has been around for years, it has gained much more attention in recent years due to the increased concerns about spreading diseases.
Disinfectant Fogging
Disinfectant Fogging takes ordinary disinfecting to the next level. Due to the limited size and expulsion capabilities of a typical spray bottle, over-the-counter disinfectants will only disinfect a small targeted area. Disinfectant Fogging, however, creates a wide-reaching mist that covers high traffic and hard to reach surfaces, applying disinfectant in one fell swoop. Disinfectant Fogging is a powerful tool that can be useful in offices and workspaces of all types and sizes.
How It Works
The electrostatic fogger uses a liquid antimicrobial solution that is converted into a vapor. The vapor is then electrically charged, and finally a fan disperses the vapor to the desired areas. As more vapor is dispersed it develops into a thick mist or fog-like atmosphere, hence the name fogging. The fogging application will cover and wrap around anything it comes in contact with: surfaces, floors, and hard-to-reach places that oftentimes go unnoticed. Disinfectant Fogging also combats airborne pathogens as it passes through the air and lands on a surface. The disinfectant that Better Business Cleaning uses is very safe for humans, but out of an abundance of caution a recently disinfected businesses should be temporarily evacuated after being fogged. (We typically fog after hours, so this is usually not a problem.)
Benefits of Disinfectant Fogging
Over time, your business naturally collects dust, bacteria, and viruses. Although germs gather everywhere, they are of special concern in high contact areas. High contact areas are the objects and surfaces that are touched most frequently. Classic examples include doorknobs, toilet handles, coffee machines, and table tops. The high amount of traffic associated with these objects make them the perfect breeding grounds for germs and easy exposure points for cross-contamination. The more people that touch an area the more likely they leave bacteria or viruses for the next person to pick up. Fogging can apply disinfectant to large spaces including high contact areas, lowering the chance germs will spread between persons.
Other areas of concern are the small nooks and crannies that are seldom cleaned due to their difficulty to reach. Despite their remote location, tough-to-reach places still can collect and spread germs. As the fog enters these difficult to reach areas, it clings to the surfaces and applies disinfectant as it lands.
The biggest advantage Disinfectant Fogging offers is its ability to uniformly disinfect areas of all sizes. As mentioned before, over-the-counter cleaning supplies have limited area-of-effect because they are simple spray bottles. The fogger has the power to completely disinfect workspaces, and when electrostatic foggers are used, the disinfectant will even wrap around to the underside of objects. This makes it the perfect disinfecting tool for many businesses. Businesses often have high traffic from employees, clients, and visitors, exposing everyone to viruses and bacteria. Routine fogging can reduce the amount of pathogens that reside in the building, therefore lowering the risk of exposure and infection.
Whether you own a small business, or are part of a large organization, the advantage of Disinfectant Fogging is its versatility. You can use it as often or as little as you like; it all depends on your needs. You can use Disinfecting Fogging as a full-service, routine measure or as a compliment to the cleaning you already perform on your own. Disinfecting Fogging offers you peace of mind and with current heightened sense of awareness, that is worth the call.
How Do You Prepare for Disinfectant Fogging?
If you are considering using Disinfectant Fogging here is a guideline for your preparation. Much like having your office treated for insects, safety should always be top of mind. Below is a list of recommended steps to take prior to receiving disinfection service (note: the list is a general guideline. Please contact us for further clarification and extra steps unique to your situation).
Remove everything possible from the counters and desktops.
Cover, put away, or remove all food from exposed areas.
Store dishware and utensils prior to the disinfection service. Remember to look around for missed objects like coffee pots.
Store or remove children’s toys, pet toys, and pet bowls prior to fogging.
Cover fish tanks / aquariums
We recommend keeping your facility vacated after the service is performed if possible. This includes evacuating pets.
When it comes to disinfection, fogging is a powerful tool that can help any business maintain a high level of sanitation. The advantages and efficiency of industrial strength equipment can save you time, labor, and money, but above all else, it will give you peace of mind. Recent years have shown that surface disinfection is a crucial component to maintaining a safe environment for your guests and clients. Using every tool at your disposal is a prudent measure to reduce your risk and prevent the spread of infectious germs.
About Us
Better Business Cleaning has been in business for over 26 years, and specializes in cleaning much more than just offices. We work with clients in medical facilities, schools, warehouses, industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, retail showrooms, banks, financial institutions, government buildings, and many other categories.
We are conveniently located in Frederick, Colorado and our service area stretches from Denver to Fort Collins and everywhere inbetween including (but certainly not limited to) Longmont, Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Superior, and Westminister.
To learn more about the cleaning services Better Business Cleaning provides, please contact us to request a free custom quote for all your cleaning and disinfecting needs.