Summer Cleaning Guide: What Your Business Should Prioritize in Warmer Months

As temperatures rise, so do cleaning challenges in commercial spaces. The warmer months bring more foot traffic, pollen, humidity, and even pest concerns, all of which can impact your workspace’s cleanliness and safety. Prioritizing seasonal cleaning keeps your business fresh, healthy, and professional throughout the summer.

At KO Clean, we offer tailored cleaning solutions that adapt to your seasonal needs. Here’s what your business should focus on when it comes to cleaning during the warmer months.

1. Floor and Carpet Maintenance

Summer often means more dirt, dust, and moisture tracked into your building. Whether it’s mud from summer rains or grass clippings stuck to shoes, your floors take a beating.

How to Fix It:

• Increase the frequency of floor cleaning, especially in entryways.

• Schedule professional carpet cleaning to remove deep-seated grime and allergens.

• Use floor mats at all entrances to trap outdoor debris.

2. Air Quality and Ventilation

Airborne allergens like pollen and mold spores are more prevalent in the summer, affecting indoor air quality. Without proper ventilation and cleaning, these allergens can circulate through your HVAC system.

How to Fix It:

• Clean air vents and replace HVAC filters regularly.

• Schedule high dusting to remove pollen and dust from vents, ceiling fans, and ductwork.

• Use HEPA air purifiers to reduce airborne allergens.

3. Window and Glass Cleaning

Longer days mean more sunlight—and more noticeable streaks, smudges, and dust on your windows and glass partitions.

How to Fix It:

• Schedule regular window cleaning for a clear, polished look.

• Focus on lobby windows, entry doors, and conference rooms.

• Clean interior glass to remove fingerprints and dust buildup.

4. Restroom Deep Cleaning

Higher temperatures can intensify odors in restrooms and cause faster bacterial growth. Summer is the ideal time for a deep dive into restroom sanitation.

How to Fix It:

• Increase the frequency of restroom disinfecting and deodorizing.

• Deep clean tiles, grout, and floor drains to prevent buildup.

• Stock up on odor-neutralizing air fresheners and quality hand soap.

5. Breakroom and Kitchen Sanitation

Warm weather can turn breakroom crumbs and spills into magnets for ants, fruit flies, and bacteria. Routine maintenance keeps these shared spaces clean and pest-free.

How to Fix It:

• Disinfect countertops, sinks, and refrigerators weekly.

• Empty trash and recycling bins frequently to avoid odor and pests.

• Clean coffee machines and microwaves to prevent grime buildup.

6. Outdoor Area Clean-Up

Your building’s exterior is the first thing visitors and clients see. During the summer, these areas need extra attention due to increased use and exposure to the elements.

How to Fix It:

• Power wash sidewalks, patios, and entrances.

• Keep outdoor trash bins clean and regularly emptied.

• Sweep entryways and remove spiderwebs or debris from doors and awnings.

7. Preventive Pest Control

With the warm weather comes increased pest activity. Flies, ants, and other pests are not just unpleasant—they’re also a sanitation risk.

How to Fix It:

• Seal entry points like door gaps and window sills.

• Keep food areas spotless to avoid attracting pests.

• Work with a cleaning service that helps identify and prevent pest-prone areas.

KO Clean: Keeping Your Business Fresh All Summer Long

Seasonal cleaning ensures your business maintains a safe, appealing, and healthy environment all year round. At KO Clean, our summer cleaning services are designed to tackle seasonal challenges—from allergens and odors to outdoor debris and increased foot traffic.

📞 Contact us today to schedule your summer cleaning service and keep your space spotless through the season!