Why Buildings with Swimming Pool Areas Need a Special Cleaning Routine
Swimming pools are enticing gathering places on hot summer days. Whether used for spending outdoor time with children, relaxing with a cool drink after work, or catching up with friends and neighbors, pools in residential buildings are a coveted A-list amenity.
But swimming pools and the high-traffic areas surrounding them can get grimy within a matter of days. Bathrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers need routine maintenance to prevent the spread of microbes that can lead to illness.
Infections can arise when a sick person uses a common area, depositing germs that will multiply and cross-contaminate other nearby surfaces. Dirt, sweat, urine, and fecal matter are big culprits when it comes to spreading pathogens. For example, E. coli, norovirus, and Cryptosporidium can lead to diarrheal illnesses. Wart viruses and HPV, as well as fungi, such as the fungus responsible for Athlete’s Foot, can also be found lurking.
Another scenario is when microbes that naturally live in wet, humid environments grow to dangerous levels and cause infections. Legionella bacteria, for instance, can be a problem in pool areas, where they grow and multiply, leading to respiratory sickness in children and adults.
In a study led by Lorna Suen of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, researchers collected and studied samples from 55 public bathrooms on the island. They found 52 bacterial species, including E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, S. aureus, and S. saprophyticus. High concentrations were found on paper towel dispensers, hand dryers, and door handles. The study emphasized the importance of frequent cleaning and maintenance of public washrooms.
Often, pool bathrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers are cleaned with string mops, sponges, or microfiber mops. While mopping may leave surfaces looking clean, they can actually do more damage by spreading pathogens from surface to surface. Further, mops, sponges, and buckets are breeding grounds for bacteria, helping germs reproduce and colonize more surfaces each time they are used.
At Avery Cleaning, we use an advanced spray and extract method that many researchers recommend as a more effective approach than the traditional “mop and bucket.” Hot water and soap are also good tools for tackling dirty floors. We avoid using harsh disinfecting chemicals, which can lead to the release of volatile organic compounds that may pose additional health risks.
We also recommend preventative steps to help apartment and condominium buildings reduce contamination levels between cleanings. Encouraging patrons to stay out of pool facilities if they are ill, wash hands, wear flip-flops, and change diapers frequently can significantly reduce the spread of pathogens.
Avery Cleaning will work with you to develop a cleaning schedule tailored to your facility’s size and number of occupants.
Call us today at (860) 503-8333 to learn more about our pool-area cleaning expertise.
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Why Buildings with Swimming Pool Areas Need a Special Cleaning Routine
Swimming pools are enticing gathering places on hot summer days. Whether used for spending outdoor time with children, relaxing with a cool drink after work, or catching up with friends and neighbors, pools in residential buildings are a coveted A-list amenity.
But swimming pools and the high-traffic areas surrounding them can get grimy within a matter of days. Bathrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers need routine maintenance to prevent the spread of microbes that can lead to illness.
Infections can arise when a sick person uses a common area, depositing germs that will multiply and cross-contaminate other nearby surfaces. Dirt, sweat, urine, and fecal matter are big culprits when it comes to spreading pathogens. For example, E. coli, norovirus, and Cryptosporidium can lead to diarrheal illnesses. Wart viruses and HPV, as well as fungi, such as the fungus responsible for Athlete’s Foot, can also be found lurking.
Another scenario is when microbes that naturally live in wet, humid environments grow to dangerous levels and cause infections. Legionella bacteria, for instance, can be a problem in pool areas, where they grow and multiply, leading to respiratory sickness in children and adults.
In a study led by Lorna Suen of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, researchers collected and studied samples from 55 public bathrooms on the island. They found 52 bacterial species, including E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, S. aureus, and S. saprophyticus. High concentrations were found on paper towel dispensers, hand dryers, and door handles. The study emphasized the importance of frequent cleaning and maintenance of public washrooms.
Often, pool bathrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers are cleaned with string mops, sponges, or microfiber mops. While mopping may leave surfaces looking clean, they can actually do more damage by spreading pathogens from surface to surface. Further, mops, sponges, and buckets are breeding grounds for bacteria, helping germs reproduce and colonize more surfaces each time they are used.
At Avery Cleaning, we use an advanced spray and extract method that many researchers recommend as a more effective approach than the traditional “mop and bucket.” Hot water and soap are also good tools for tackling dirty floors. We avoid using harsh disinfecting chemicals, which can lead to the release of volatile organic compounds that may pose additional health risks.
We also recommend preventative steps to help apartment and condominium buildings reduce contamination levels between cleanings. Encouraging patrons to stay out of pool facilities if they are ill, wash hands, wear flip-flops, and change diapers frequently can significantly reduce the spread of pathogens.
Avery Cleaning will work with you to develop a cleaning schedule tailored to your facility’s size and number of occupants.
Call us today at (860) 503-8333 to learn more about our pool-area cleaning expertise.
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USED FOR SPENDING OUTDOOR TIME WITH CHILDREN, RELAXING WITH A COOL DRINK AFTER WORK, OR CATCHING UP WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, POOLS IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS ARE A COVETED A-LIST AMENITY.
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WE ALSO RECOMMEND PREVENTATIVE STEPS TO HELP APARTMENT AND CONDOMINIUM
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AVERY CLEANING WILL WORK WITH YOU TO DEVELOP A CLEANING SCHEDULE TAILORED
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USED FOR SPENDING OUTDOOR TIME WITH CHILDREN, RELAXING WITH A COOL DRINK AFTER WORK, OR CATCHING UP WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, POOLS IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS ARE A COVETED A-LIST AMENITY.
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INFECTIONS CAN ARISE WHEN A SICK PERSON USES A COMMON AREA, DEPOSITING
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Restore Your Condo Clubhouse After a Messy Soirée
Condominium clubhouses offer residents the opportunity to socialize, host meetings and entertain guests. For some condo associations, clubhouses present the possibility of raising additional income through rental fees.
Unfortunately, not everyone likes to pitch-in when it comes to keeping clubhouses clean. If you’re a building manager, you’re probably well familiar with the typical post-party scene—dirty floors, stained carpets and unwanted trash strewn around the room. This can be especially exasperating when the area needs to be cleaned in a short turnaround to prepare it for the next event.
It may be tempting to implement a quick wipe-down but cutting corners now can lead to heavier accumulation of dirt down the road, making it more and more difficult to support a healthy and pleasant atmosphere in the building.
At Avery Cleaning, we help condominiums maintain their clubhouses with research-backed cleaning strategies that protect the health of occupants and ensure the cleanliness of buildings over time.
For one, our unique approach to wiping flat surfaces employs a spray-microfiber-squeegee extraction vacuum that helps reduce pollutant build-up and the subsequent re-suspension of harmful particles in the air. All our microfiber towels are disposable; we never wash and reuse these tools.
On floors, we use auto scrubbers and a spray-and-vac method of cleaning to reduce cross-contamination risks. Our HEPA-filter, brushless backpack vacuums with single-use paper bags ensure improved indoor air quality.
When it comes to soiled carpeting, our team offers a deep-cleaning service that goes beyond the suctioning technology of a vacuum cleaner. Depending on the condition and age of your carpeting, we utilize either hot water extraction or shampooing with room temperature water extraction. Our equipment can heat water to 205 degrees Fahrenheit, creating steam that helps break down dirt and reduce bacteria.
We also sanitize bathrooms, clean upholstery furniture, wipe down dirty windows and much more.
The next time your clubhouse is left looking like it’s been hit by a party apocalypse, call Avery Cleaning at (860) 503-8333 for a free consultation. We are happy to build a regular cleaning schedule for your facility or arrange one-time detailed cleaning services as messy situations arise.
