Office Cleaning Checklist for Calgary Businesses

Why a Cleaning Checklist Matters

Studies show that employees in clean workplaces are 15% more productive and take fewer sick days. For Calgary businesses, maintaining a clean office is especially important given our cold winters when people spend more time indoors and germs spread more easily.

Daily Cleaning Tasks

These tasks should be completed every business day, typically after hours:

Weekly Cleaning Tasks

These deeper cleaning tasks keep your office fresh and hygienic:

Monthly Deep Cleaning Tasks

These intensive tasks maintain long-term cleanliness and extend the life of your office furnishings:

Calgary-Specific Considerations

Winter (November - March)

• Entrance mat cleaning: Salt and slush tracked in requires daily mat cleaning and frequent floor mopping
• Humidity control: Dry air means more dust—increase dusting frequency
• Germ hotspots: Cold and flu season means extra sanitization of high-touch surfaces

Spring (April - May)

• Window cleaning: Remove winter grime once temperatures are consistently above 5°C
• Carpet deep clean: Extract salt residue and winter dirt from carpets
• HVAC transition: Clean vents before switching from heating to cooling

Summer (June - August)

• Allergen control: Increase air filtration and dusting during high pollen season
• Outdoor debris: Monitor entrance areas for dust and pollen tracked in

Fall (September - October)

• Pre-winter deep clean: Prepare for the long indoor season ahead
• Organize storage: Clean out before holiday supplies arrive

High-Touch Surface Priority List

These surfaces should be sanitized multiple times daily, especially during cold and flu season:

• Door handles (all of them!)
• Elevator buttons
• Light switches
• Shared kitchen appliances
• Printer/copier buttons
• Conference room equipment
• Reception desk surfaces
• Stair railings
• Water cooler buttons
• Vending machine buttons

How Often Should You Clean?

The cleaning frequency depends on your office type:

• Small offices (under 2,000 sq ft): 2-3x weekly
• Medium offices (2,000-10,000 sq ft): Daily
• Large offices (over 10,000 sq ft): Daily + dedicated day porter
• Medical facilities: Daily + enhanced sanitization protocols
• High-traffic retail: Multiple times daily

DIY vs. Professional Cleaning

While some daily tasks can be handled in-house, professional commercial cleaning offers:

• IPAC-certified sanitization protocols
• Commercial-grade equipment and products
• Consistent, documented cleaning standards
• Insurance and liability coverage
• After-hours service (no disruption to operations)