The world is doing so much better on the COVID front. Millions are already vaccinated. There are still some ways to go. But there’s enough immunity going around that we can all experience some normalcy.
The only oil in the ointment is the seeming increase of people getting sick again. You’re not being paranoid though. COVID cases are going up and hospitals are feeling the strain. To make matters worse, the US is also experiencing the worst flu outbreak in a decade. The CDC estimates that 15 million have gotten sick from the flu.
The question now is how to disinfect the house after COVID and make it safe for family and guests. The smart move would be to not have a get-together at your home yet. But for those who are still determined to continue with any party plans, here’s what you should do.
Choose the Right Day
It’s important to keep cleaning and sanitizing your home even when people are not sick, but when it comes to deep cleaning and disinfecting, do it when your home is 100% COVID-free. Experts say three days after a negative test result is the best time to do that big cleaning.
Prep Yourself
You should also have a good cleaning solution and disinfectant at hand. There are some effective ones you can buy. You can also make your own bleach and water disinfectant solution. You should also prepare some garbage bags, disposal cleaning rags, and a mop. Make sure you also have a change of clothes ready.
Check the Ventilation
Proper ventilation is key when cleaning a house after COVID. Experts suggest opening the windows for three hours before you start cleaning. It will help lower the concentration of viruses and other pollutants. It can also decrease surface contamination.
What’s the best way to encourage ventilation? Opening the windows is the simplest solution. But do this if your neighborhood’s air quality is good. You can also use air purifiers and electric fans.
Deal with High-Traffic Areas First
There are two areas you need to focus on when doing post-COVID cleaning and disinfecting. These are the bathrooms and the room you or a family member slept in. These rooms should be cleaned first. You can follow the same process cleaners for hire do. Start cleaning from the top then work your way down.
You can begin disinfecting once the room’s clean. Soak the cloths in the disinfectant solution. Wipe down all the surfaces in the room with them. Make sure you rinse and soak the cloth again before moving to another surface. This will prevent cross-contamination. Wrap things up by mopping the floor using the same solution.
Make sure you wipe all the high-touch areas and items. These are the doorknobs and armrests. You should also pay attention to the tables and switches. It’s also a good idea to wipe down the walls and smart devices.
Keeping Your Home Virus-Free
Your family’s safety is a priority for Clean My Space CT. Our company is one of the best professional cleaning firms in the Charlotte, NC area. We’ve been cleaning and disinfecting homes since 2008. We provide affordable and customized cleaning plans. You only need to answer a 30-second survey to give us an idea of what you need. We offer residential cleaning and office cleaning services. We also do move in/move out cleaning and disinfection services. Give us a shout at (860) 539-8725. You can also contact us at info@cleanmyspacect.com.
