Sick Days Skyrocketing? Your Office Might Be to Blame
Did you know the average office desk is 400 times dirtier than a toilet seat? 🤢 That’s right—your keyboard, phone, and trusty coffee mug could harbour more bacteria than a public restroom. If your team in Kelowna has been calling in sick more often, it might not just be bad luck—it could be your office environment.
A clean workplace isn’t just about looking good; it’s about keeping your employees healthy, happy, and productive. Let’s break down the biggest hygiene culprits in the office—and how Good Sorts Property Services can help tackle them.
1. Desks & Workstations: The Bacteria Breeding Ground
Your desk is where you spend most of your workday—but it’s also where bacteria thrive. Keyboards, phones, and computer mice collect everything from dust and food particles to harmful bacteria and viruses. Without regular cleaning, these surfaces become a major contributor to workplace illness.
The Solution: Disinfection & Sanitation Services
Good Sorts provides antimicrobial fogging and deep-cleaning solutions that kill bacteria and viruses on contact. Our alcohol-free, water-based treatment keeps surfaces hygienic for up to 30 days, helping to reduce the spread of illness in your office.
2. Office Carpets: Trapping Dust, Allergens, and Mould
That soft, cushy office carpet might look clean, but it could be harbouring millions of allergens, dust mites, and bacteria. Studies have shown that carpets can hold four times their weight in dirt—which means that every step you take stirs up particles that affect air quality and employee health.
The Solution: Professional Carpet Cleaning
Our deep-cleaning carpet service sanitizes and deodorizes your office floors, removing hidden contaminants without using harmful chemicals. This keeps the air fresher and reduces allergy symptoms for your team.
3. Breakroom & Kitchen: The Germ Hotspot No One Thinks About
That shared coffee pot handle? The microwave buttons? They could be covered in more bacteria than a public restroom. Research shows that office kitchen sinks and sponges are among the germiest places in the workplace. Employees preparing food in unsanitary conditions increase the risk of illness spreading.
The Solution: Janitorial Services
Good Sorts offers comprehensive janitorial services, ensuring that breakrooms, countertops, and common touchpoints are disinfected regularly. Our customized cleaning programs help prevent cross-contamination and promote a healthier workplace.
4. Windows & Air Quality: Letting in More Than Just Light
Dirty windows don’t just look bad—they also contribute to poor indoor air quality. Over time, dust, mould, and pollutants accumulate on window surfaces, impacting the air employees breathe and can even cause headaches or fatigue.
The Solution: Professional Window Cleaning & Ozone Odour Treatment
Our interior and exterior window cleaning service removes dirt, streaks, and buildup, allowing natural light to filter in while improving indoor air quality. For a more comprehensive solution, we offer Ozone Odour Treatment, which purifies the air and eliminates airborne pollutants, odours, and allergens in your office. This powerful service enhances the overall appearance of your workspace, improves air quality, and helps your team breathe easier.
5. Restrooms: The Place Everyone Uses, But No One Wants to Clean
A dirty restroom can quickly become a health hazard, spreading bacteria and viruses throughout your workplace. Studies show that a single contaminated faucet handle can infect up to 60% of an office within just hours.
The Solution: Managed Consumables & Janitorial Supplies
Good Sorts provides fully stocked, regularly serviced washroom hygiene solutions, including touch-free soap dispensers, hand sanitizers, air fresheners, and automatic paper towel dispensers. Our Managed Consumables service ensures your restrooms are consistently stocked and sanitary, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and maintaining a healthier environment for your employees.
A Cleaner Office = A Healthier, Happier Team
A clean workplace isn’t just about appearances—it’s about the health and well-being of your employees. Investing in professional cleaning services can reduce the spread of illness, boost productivity, and create a more inviting work environment.
Let Good Sorts handle the dirty work so your team can focus on what they do best. Call us today at (250) 800 8386 or Request a Quote to get started!
FAQ: Keeping Your Workplace Clean and Healthy
- How often should office carpets be cleaned?
For high-traffic office spaces, we recommend professional carpet cleaning every 3-6 months to remove allergens, bacteria, and deep-seated dirt. - What’s included in your janitorial services?
Our janitorial services are fully customizable and include disinfecting high-touch surfaces, breakroom cleaning, restroom sanitation, and general office cleaning. - How does your disinfection service differ from regular cleaning?
Our disinfection service uses advanced antimicrobial technology that kills bacteria, viruses, mould, and fungi—and keeps surfaces protected for up to 30 days. - Do you service businesses outside of Kelowna?
Yes! Good Sorts provides commercial cleaning services throughout Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley.
