Office Cleaning Checklist

• Dusting surfaces and cleaning glass doors
• Vacuuming carpets and polishing hard floors
• Emptying bins and replacing liners
• Disinfecting high-touch surfaces (handles, switches)
• Wiping down desks and computer equipment
• Cleaning kitchen appliances and surfaces
• Sanitising washroom facilities
• Restocking supplies (soap, paper towels)

Reception & Common Areas

Your reception is the first impression staff and visitors get of your business, making it crucial to keep this space spotless and therefore welcoming. Regular cleaning should include dusting surfaces, cleaning any glass surfaces such as doors or mirrors, and disinfecting high-touch points like door handles. Floors should be vacuumed or mopped, and communal bins emptied regularly.

Workstations & Offices

Employee workspaces should be clutter-free and germ-free. This means wiping down desks, cleaning computer equipment, and emptying personal bins. Regular dusting, sanitising phones, and ensuring clean carpets or polished floors are also essential for maintaining a clean and hygienic office space.

Kitchen & Break Areas

A clean kitchen is essential for employee health and morale. Regular cleaning tasks should cover countertops, sinks, and kitchen appliances. This includes emptying and re-lining bins, disinfecting surfaces, restocking essential kitchen supplies, and wiping down tables and chairs. Regularly clean microwaves, fridges, and cupboards to prevent food build-up should also be considered. Also, making sure kitchen floors are cleaned regularly can reduce the risk of slipping on any spillages, as well as improving overall hygiene in a communal space with high footfall. 

Toilets & Washrooms

Maintaining good hygiene standards in washrooms is non-negotiable. Your cleaning service should include cleaning and disinfecting toilets, sinks, and urinals, replenishing soap, toilet paper, and paper towels, and mopping floors with a disinfectant solution.

Floors & Carpets

Office floor cleaning is essential for maintaining a professional appearance. This includes regularly vacuuming carpets, mopping hard floors, and addressing spills or stains promptly. For offices with hard floors, polishing may also be part of the routine - frequency of such items should be agreed as part of your professional cleaning contract up front for clarity.

Stock Cupboards

Keeping stock cupboards neat and well-organised is vital for efficient cleaning operations. Ensure cleaning supplies and first aid kits are always restocked, properly stored, and within easy reach. An organised supply area not only helps cleaners but also avoids disruption due to missing essentials.

Additional Considerations

A professional cleaning service goes beyond basic cleaning. To get the most out of your chosen office cleaning company, look for:

• Regular cleaning reports for transparency
• Eco-friendly cleaning options using non-toxic products
• Flexible cleaning schedules that suit your office hours and your budget
• Compliance with health and safety standards
• Correct separation and disposal of waste

Each business and office has unique cleaning needs, but you can use this checklist to identify the scope of service you require. You may wish to categorise tasks into different frequencies - for example, daily floor cleaning with a weekly polish - which can help keep costs down while ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained.

Ready to experience the difference of a truly thorough cleaning service? Contact Rapid Clean today for a quote.