Cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing are terms often used interchangeably, but at K's Commercial & Residential Cleaning, we understand their distinct meanings and their importance in maintaining a healthy environment for schools in Hallsville, Texas.
Our goal is to provide your institution with the highest standards of cleanliness, ensuring the safety and well-being of students, staff, and visitors.
Cleaning involves using detergent or soap and water to remove dust, dirt, and germs from surfaces. This step is crucial as it prepares the area for further sanitization and disinfection.
Sanitizing uses chemicals to reduce bacteria and viruses to safe levels as determined by public health standards. This is an essential part of our routine.
Disinfecting goes a step further, employing chemicals specifically designed to kill bacteria and viruses. Each disinfectant product we use has specific instructions that must be followed to be effective, and we ensure that our team is well-trained to adhere to these guidelines.
For proper disinfection, two key steps must be followed: clean first and allow for dwell time.
Cleaning removes dirt that can act as a barrier, preventing disinfectants from effectively reaching and killing germs. Using disinfectants on dirty surfaces is inefficient and less effective.
After cleaning, we apply the disinfectant and follow the product instructions regarding "contact time" or "dwell time." It’s crucial not to simply spray and wipe immediately—we ensure the surface remains visibly wet with the disinfectant for the full recommended time, usually between five and ten minutes, as specified on the product label.
We only use disinfectants approved by the EPA to ensure maximum efficacy and safety.
As the school year begins, it’s vital to focus on high-touch areas such as light switches, door handles, and desks. These areas provide easy paths for the spread of disease. We pay special attention to these critical spots, ensuring they are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
We also disinfect our cleaning tools—vacuums, brushes, dusters, and cloths—to prevent cross-contamination. Our team uses chemicals appropriate for the surfaces being cleaned, avoiding overuse to prevent waste or damage.
To prevent cross-contamination, we follow a systematic approach.
We use different cleaning tools for different areas. For instance, a towel used for toilets is never used on door handles. In bathrooms, we clean first and then disinfect all high-touch surfaces, including faucets, door handles, light switches, dryers, and dispensers.
Different types of schools have unique cleaning needs.
Preschools, for example, have different routines compared to high schools. To address these varied requirements, we work with each school to create customized cleaning checklists and schedules that keep every area spotless.
At K's Commercial & Residential Cleaning, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service tailored to the specific needs of our customers.
By partnering with us, schools can focus on their primary mission—educating students—while we take care of creating a pristine learning environment.
Trust us to be your dedicated cleaning partner, committed to excellence in every aspect of our work.