Cleaning for coronavirus

Torontonians are facing uncertain times fighting an invisible threat, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Apart from social distancing, there are other actions you can take to protect your home and business, the most basic of all, is cleaning and disinfecting.

However, Home painters Toronto is offering professional sanitizing services for residential and commercial spaces. Moreover, we will clean and disinfect households with suspected or confirmed coronavirus disease. Importantly, we have specialized staff and technology to comply with the CDC (Centers of Disease Control and Prevention).

What we know about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19):

-It does spread from person to person, commonly among close contacts (within about 6 feet)
-The virus lives longer on plastic and steel (up to three days). Additionally, it can live on cardboard for up to 24 hours. Source.

How to clean to eliminate COVID-19:

First, you need to know; cleaning and disinfecting are not synonyms:

Cleaning: 

Physically removing dirt, germs, and impurities from surfaces. Moreover, note that germs will remain alive. 

Disinfecting:

This is when we use chemicals to kill the germs that live on surfaces. 

Both actions combined can substantially lower the risks of spreading the coronavirus or other viruses.

What should you keep clean, and how often should you do it to eliminate the coronavirus?

• Surfaces such as tables, nightstands, doorknobs, light switches, electronics, handles, toilets, toys, faucets, keyboards, etc.
• Above all, Clean daily. Practice routine cleaning for the rest of the surfaces. 

Type of chemicals recommended to eliminate viruses:

• Importantly, Household cleaners EPA-registered. Always follow the labels, use gloves, and additionally make sure you have good ventilation.

Always wash your hands before and after cleaning.

You can use  60% + alcohol or hand sanitizer after.

Lunder clothes, rugs, and other home linens using the warmest appropriate water. Do this often and dry completely.

Lastly, dispose of your trash often.

We understand this might be overhealming, specially if you require to clean entire office spaces, homes or any commercial/public spaces.

Therefore we have dedicated crews that are more than happy to support you with professional cleaning and disinfecting.