It's Not Too Late to Start Spring Cleaning

Spring Has Sprung!
Let the Spring Cleaning Begin!

Entryways Set the Tone
Your entrance is your first impression and your first line of defense.

• Deep clean, rotate or replace worn-out matting
• Utilizing 10’-15’ of entrance matting can capture up to 85%-95% of contaminants from entering the building
• Rotate mat locations to extend life
• Add scraper mats outside + absorbent mats inside
• Clean glass doors and handles daily
• Don’t ignore metal trim and kick plates

💡 See: Window cleaners, window cleaning tools & equipment

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Safety First: Prevent Slips & Falls
Entryways are one of the top areas for slip-and-fall incidents. Spring showers bring a higher liability risk.

• Ensure mats lay flat with no curled edges
• Place caution signage during wet conditions

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Fresh Start to Floors
Winter leaves behind salt, grit, and buildup that dulls and damages finishes.

• Deep scrub hard floors to remove embedded soil
• ALCO Freedom #8250 neutralizes ice melt residue
• Recoat or refinish high-traffic areas
• Refresh entry matting to prevent re-soiling and protect floors

💡 See: Floor cleaners, finishes, restorers, sealers, strippers, pads, floor equipment

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Dust Areas Frequently Forgotten
Out of sight = often out of mind. Not just for appearances but even more importantly for air quality.

• Vents, baseboards, light fixtures, and ceiling corners
• Behind and under equipment
• Tops of cabinets and shelving

💡 See: Microfiber cleaning tools, extendable dusters

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Upholstery & Soft Surfaces
Salt, moisture, and traffic take a toll on fabrics too.

• Extract carpets and spot clean stains
• Clean upholstered furniture in lobbies and offices
• Deodorize to eliminate trapped odors

💡 See: Carpet care products, carpet extractors, deodorizers

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Restroom Reset
Go beyond daily cleaning. Spring is a great time to do a deep clean in restrooms.

• Descale toilets, urinals, and sinks
• Scrub grout and tile
• Disinfect surfaces once they've been cleaned
• Eliminate odors at the source by cleaning drains

💡 See: Bowl Cleaners, Multi-Surface Cleaners, Restroom Disinfectants, Tile / Mildew / Stains Products

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High Touch = High Priority
Flu season may be winding down, but germs don’t take a break.

• Disinfect door handles, railings, light switches, desks
• Increase frequency in restrooms and shared spaces
• Don’t forget breakrooms and staff areas

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Equipment Assessment
Your results are only as good as your tools.

• Inspect autoscrubbers, vacuums, and burnishers
• Replace worn pads, brushes, and filters
• Schedule preventative maintenance

💡 See: Floor equipment, ALCO’s Machine Repair Department

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Clean Out Your Janitorial Closet
A clean, organized closet improves efficiency, safety, and inventory control across your entire facility.​

• Remove everything and safely discard expired, unused, or worn-out products (chemicals according to SDS guidelines)
• Deep clean the entire space- floors, walls, shelves, and corners
• Restock essential products
• Organize by frequency of use so daily items are easy to access
• Store bulk inventory separately to avoid clutter
• Ensure proper labeling of all chemicals
• Separate incompatible or hazardous chemicals to reduce risk

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Spring cleaning is more than a seasonal task. It’s an opportunity to reset your facility, improve efficiency, and create a cleaner, safer environment for everyone who walks through your doors. If you’re not sure where to start or want to make sure you’re getting the best results, the team at ALCO-Chem, Inc. is here to help. From product selection and dispensing systems to equipment service and hands-on training, we’ll work with you to build a program that fits your needs and keeps your facility running at its best. Contact us today!