Overhead cleaning, or high dusting, is a specialized commercial cleaning process focused on dusting and cleaning hard-to-reach surfaces. This includes rafters, beams and piping requiring precise attention and equipment.
Coverall®’s overhead cleaning goes beyond simply removing visible dust. Its Franchise Business Owners are trained and dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of seldom-seen areas. Elevated surfaces accumulate dust and debris over time. High dusting is a meticulous process that demands the right tools and techniques to ensure thorough cleaning without damaging delicate structures.
The Importance of Overhead Cleaning
- Enhanced Air Quality: Dust accumulation in overhead areas can degrade air quality. Regular cleaning helps maintain a healthier environment.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Dust buildup can harbor mites, mold, bacteria, viruses, and other pollutants. People with dust allergies can suffer in these environments. Enlisting the support of a Coverall Franchise Business Owner can provide peace of mind knowing that less dust build up can help mitigate the chance of fire.
- Combustible Dust Hazards: OSHA mandates that facilities producing combustible dust must have a cleaning program in place. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant fines from OSHA and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) due to unsafe levels of dust on ceilings and rafters and potentially a shutdown of operations until the necessary cleaning is completed.
- Structural Preservation: Debris that is left unchecked can lead to odors, rust, or rot, potentially causing costly damage. Routine overhead cleaning helps preserve your facility’s structural integrity.
- Improved Aesthetics: Clean, dust-free overhead structures contribute to the overall appearance of a facility, making it more inviting for clients and visitors.
Industries That Require Overhead Cleaning
Overhead cleaning is especially important for industries where dust and debris accumulation can impact operations or product quality. In addition to loft spaces and retail outlets other sectors that require overhead cleaning include:
- Agriculture and Food Processing: To maintain hygiene and prevent contamination.
- Woodworking and Sawmills: To manage sawdust and wood particles.
- Metalworking: To eliminate metal dust that could affect air quality and machinery.
- Chemical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: To maintain sterile environments and avoid contamination.
- Automotive Manufacturing: To ensure a clean workspace and product integrity.
- Plastics and Rubber Industries: To control dust and particles that can affect product quality.
- Textiles: To prevent safety hazards from lint and fibers.
- Recycling Operations: To manage dust from various materials.
- Energy and Utilities: To maintain safety and equipment longevity.
Why Regular Overhead Cleaning Is Essential
The frequency of overhead cleaning should be customized to your facility's needs. Factors like foot traffic, business type, and location play significant roles in determining the cleaning schedule. High-traffic facilities, such as big box retailers have cleaning audits where overhead cleaning is essential. The more people entering and exiting, the faster dust accumulates.
If high dusting is not performed regularly, it can take longer and become more costly. Scheduling overhead cleaning on a monthly, quarterly, or semi-annual basis helps ensure consistent cleanliness and compliance.
Pricing and Customization
Overhead cleaning costs vary depending on the facility's structure, layout, budget, and desired outcomes. Existing soiling on walls, rafters, and other areas, as well as the complexity of the job, all influence pricing. Coverall handles all types of overhead cleaning and can provide a customized cleaning plan to suit any business’s budget.
Overhead cleaning is a crucial service that keeps your facility clean, safe, and visually appealing. By investing in this service with Coverall, you not only improve air quality and meet safety standards but also prevent long-term damage to your facility.
Contact Coverall to get a free quote for your overhead cleaning services.