Snow, ice, de-icing chemicals and freezing rain are now in the rearview mirror, but they may have left a lasting impact on your facility's floor, parking lot, sidewalks and exterior surfaces. A proactive approach to seasonal maintenance will help protect your facility and extend the life of your floor. 

The Winter Trifecta: Time to Restore Your Floor from Snow, Salt and Dirt:

Winter's wear and tear doesn't disappear with the last snowfall. Foot traffic and vehicles have likely tracked in mud, ice, snow and de-icing chemicals, despite your best cleaning efforts. Sand, debris and salt can:

✔ Etch your polished concrete floor

✔ Seep into VCT seams

✔ Cause abrasions on other flooring types

What's the next step? Start with a free comprehensive commercial floor inspection to assess the damage and determine what's needed, whether it's repairs, resurfacing, deep cleaning or protective treatments. 

Customizing Your Spring Cleaning Plan by Industry:

Every facility has unique flooring challenges, from heavy foot traffic to exposure to chemicals and heavy machinery. Here's how to fine-tune your spring floor care strategy to keep up with the specific needs of your industry.

Manufacturing and Warehousing

Heavy machinery, forklifts and constant foot traffic take a toll on concrete and epoxy floors. Spring is the perfect time to:

✔ Repair surface damage

✔ Reapply coatings

✔ Polish concrete

✔ Refresh safety line striping and demarcation areas

Planning for a holiday shutdown in the summer? Larger flooring projects requiring minimal traffic, such as resurfacing or repolishing concrete, should be scheduled now to avoid delays.

Retail and Grocery Stores

Your floor plays a major role in the customer experience. After the recent holiday rush, take time to:

✔ Repair cracks and surface wear

✔ Clean up any stains

✔ Restore safety and accessibility

✔ Improve your store's appearance with floor rejuvenation

Need professional flooring solutions? Explore our floor rejuvenation services, floor maintenance plans or shop DIY commercial-grade flooring products to keep your store looking its best.

Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

Safety and hygiene come first in medical environments. Your VCT floor may require deep disinfecting and seam resealing to maintain compliance. Check out our Strip and Wax services that will help you:

✔ Remove dirt, old coatings and traffic wear

✔ Apply multiple coats of wax for protection

✔ Improve moisture and stain resistance

For a flawless finish, we can complete a final burnish within 24-72 hours after application.

Office Buildings

After winter, high-traffic areas can look dull. A deep clean and floor rejuvenation will restore the polished, professional appearance. Thinking about an upgrade? If your carpets look worn, consider polished concrete or other modern flooring options that offer durability, style and easy maintenance.

Schools and Universities

With spring break approaching, now is the time to:

✔ Complete overdue floor repairs

✔ Refresh high-traffic areas

✔ Upgrade to urethane flooring in kitchens, locker rooms and hallways for better durability and easier cleaning

Taking a proactive approach to seasonal maintenance keeps your facility safe, efficient and looking its best.

Checking Your Exterior Surfaces:

Winter's temperature swings can wreak havoc on pavement, sidewalks and other exterior surfaces. When snow and ice melt on your parking lots or sidewalks, water seeps into the tiniest pavement cracks. When temperatures drop again, water refreezes and expands, pulling those cracks wider. With each cycle, the damage worsens. After a harsh winter, your pavement may show:

✔ Cracks

✔ Potholes

✔ Chipped concrete

These hazards aren't just an eyesore. They also pose safety and accessibility concerns. Now's the time to take action. Check out our traffic solutions and DIY repair products to keep your exterior surfaces safe, durable and ADA compliant.

Let's Do Spring Cleaning Right!

Winter may be behind us, but its impact on your floor and exterior surfaces can linger if left unaddressed. A proactive approach to seasonal maintenance not only extends the life of your facility's floor but also enhances safety, compliance and aesthetics.

Whether you need repairs, resurfacing, protective coatings or deep cleaning, now is the time to act. Schedule your free commercial floor inspection today and ensure your facility is ready for the season ahead. Need in-house training to help your team maximize the life of your floor? We’ve got you covered!