Keeping your commercial exterior clean and attractive to clients is a big deal in the business world. No one wants to go into a place that looks run down or dirty. As such, you’ll want to know exactly what to expect from your commercial exterior cleaning contractor. What services do you need? Do they provide those services and more? Do they have excellent customer service? Are they fully licensed and insured? Here’s everything you need to know and more.

Types of Services Provided by Commercial Exterior Cleaning Contractors

Window Washing

If you have a newer taller building, one of the top services most commercial exterior cleaning contractors offer is high rise window washing. You’ll want to work with a team that is certified and insured so you do not have to worry while they are cleaning windows or roofs high off of the ground. Training and insurance ensure everyone is safe and taken care of during the process.

You’ll also want to work with a company that efficiently and safely cleans your building’s exterior with non-toxic cleaning solutions and state-of-the-art tools and equipment. This includes everything down to the window sills, tracks, and cobwebs. That will make your business truly shine! Make sure you and your clients are enjoying the view you pay for with crystal clear windows to look out of without worrying about anyone being up high. 

Pressure Washing

Another service you should expect from a commercial exterior cleaning contractor is pressure washing, which we like to say packs the punch. So if your building needs a deeper clean, ask ASF Clean Team about their pressure washing surface.

Our professionally trained experts know exactly which surfaces do best with this type of cleaning. You are not required to know what might be best for your specific spaces when working with us. Our experts will be able to tell you which option is the best to clean and care for your space.

Power Washing

This is another method of cleaning service you can expect from ASF clean. Power washing uses hot water in addition to pressure to clean surfaces. When getting your quote done, we can let you know if this method of commercial exterior cleaning is the best for the surfaces you want to be cleaned. Again, our professionally trained experts will know exactly which surfaces fair best with this method of cleaning.

Soft Washing

Soft washing still uses very hot water, but with minimal pressure to clean surfaces. If you have anything that is delicate on your building that needs to be deep cleaned, this may be ideal for you. Things like solar panels can benefit from this style of cleaning.

This method of cleaning is also a good fit for the many historical buildings in the San Francisco Bay area. Being local to San Francisco, ASF Clean Team is deeply familiar with all of the regulations surrounding historic buildings. This ensures that your property will be well cared for and clean at the end of the day.

Our experts will always know which option is best for the specific surfaces you are needing to be cleaned upon inspection. The fantastic thing is these methods can clean almost anything without the use of harsh chemicals. 

Roofs, Gutters, and Solar Panels

In addition to windows, siding, and driveways, we can also clean your roof, gutters, and solar panels. Keeping these things clean will help your building to function better and longer. Build-up on roofs and gutters can cause damage to your building. And crusty solar panels can interfere with how well they function and power your building. Include these in your commercial exterior cleaning to ensure everything stays in working order. 

Graffiti Removal

Graffiti removal services should be expected from a commercial exterior cleaning contractor, as well. While this is never a cheap endeavor, it is something that is important to business owners. You’ll want your business storefront to look the most welcoming and inviting as possible and unsightly graffiti can deter people from wanting to enter your store. 

Ash Removal

Unfortunately in California, wildfires are a part of life and affect how we live here in San Francisco. Any commercial exterior cleaning service should offer ash removal as part of their services. With so many options at our disposal at ASF Clean Team, you can be assured that removing ash from your entire building will be done well and without a ton of toxic chemicals. In fact, most of the time our experts can accomplish their goals without chemicals at all. It is only for truly tough situations that the least toxic chemical options will be used. 

When to Schedule a Commercial Exterior Cleaning Contractor

Now that you know what to expect from a commercial exterior cleaning contractor, the only question left is when should you schedule yours? We recommend a twice-a-year cleaning for businesses, once in the spring and once in the fall. Having this done every six months will ensure everything stays in tip-top shape. You will want to get on the books early as things can fill up quickly. You should also be sure to schedule everything you want to be done during that visit to save money. The more times any company comes out to see you, the more you will spend. 

Thankfully, ASF Clean Team has all the tools to clean the exterior of your building when visiting your business. With all of our cleaning options and services, we are able to take care of whatever you have. We can even throw cobweb removal in for free when you schedule three years of service with us! Using our professional, insured experts will have your business looking pristine by the time we leave. Never worry about the cleanliness of your building again by getting a custom quote from ASF Clean Team today.

Life can get hectic, and it’s been especially hectic this past year. While 2020 seemed to last forever, 2021 has just flown by. One of our favorite parts about this time of year is that in the midst of all the crazy, we get to take a step back and reflect on all of the great things that have happened. Looking back on 2021, here are 3 big things we’re thankful for at ASF Clean Team.

Businesses are Reopening

Do you all remember in March 2020, right at the beginning of everything shutting down, when we all thought things would be back to normal by Easter? It’s almost two years later, and things are still not back to normal. It’s easy to focus on the negative side, but let’s look at the positive.

Now, businesses that were curbside only can welcome guests back into their store or restaurant. Co-workers who haven’t been in the office for almost two years get to see each other face-to-face again. Extroverts can finally start getting re-energized. And though there are still some obstacles, for the most part, this can all be done safely. If your office is getting ready to welcome staff back in, call in ASF Clean Team for a full disinfecting and sanitizing to give everyone a fresh start. 

Families Get to be Reunited

When we look back on positives from 2021, it’s hard not to think of the shift back to regular life. Sure, things started to get back to normal towards the end of 2020, but it really picked up in 2021. Instead of seeing people through smudged windows, we got to start seeing each other in person again socially.

This means that for some people they finally get to see their family members again. After almost two years, they get to hug each other. They get to see new family members in person for the first time. While video chat has been an amazing blessing to have during the pandemic, there’s just nothing like the feeling of being reunited with your family.

We’ve Been Fortunate with Our Business and Family

We have more than 3 things we’re thankful for at ASF Clean Team, but the biggest one on our list is how fortunate we have been this past year. According to PolitiFact, one-third of small businesses have closed over the course of the pandemic. As a small, woman-owned, family business, this was a great concern for us.

But over the course of the pandemic, we’ve been fortunate. We’ve still been able to help our wonderful clients. We’ve provided disinfecting and sanitizing services, as well as our exterior detailing services. People have returned to work safely, knowing that their workplace was clean because of our business.

And through it all, we’ve been able to be together as a family. Not only are we family-owned, but our team and clients are our family as well. It is such a blessing to be able to connect with these people and do the job we love in a time where everyone seems so disconnected. It’s been a crazy year, but we couldn’t be more thankful for everything we’ve been given.

Happy Thanksgiving from ASF Clean Team.

We all know that most people don’t enjoy cleaning. But it’s a part of life. And the reality is, if you don’t like cleaning the inside of your business, you probably haven’t even given a thought to cleaning the outside of your business. That’s okay, because we have. With our years of experience in the cleaning business we know that you can make your business shine with pressure washing.

What is Pressure Washing?

If you’re looking to make your business shine, you’ve probably heard of both pressure washing and power washing. They sound similar, but they’re slightly different. Pressure washing uses normal temperature water at high pressure to clean surfaces, while power washing uses hot water. That’s really the only difference, except for the fact that hot water can help clean dirt and grime a little bit faster. So why do we use pressure washing?

Why Should You Choose Pressure Washing?

Power washing and pressure washing are both great cleaning options, and we offer both at ASF Clean Team. However, if you’re looking to clean the exterior of your business, we recommend pressure washing. Power washing can be faster, but it’s not safe for all surfaces. It’s best used for concrete surfaces, like parking lots. Pressure washing will give you the same results as power washing, but is safer for your building. 

Should You Pressure Wash Your Building Regularly?

The best way to ensure a shining building is with regular pressure washing. Let’s be honest: rain in California is few and far between, so you likely won’t get a natural clean. Plus, when it does rain, there will likely be enough dirt built up that you’ll be left with streaks. When you choose pressure washing from ASF Clean Team, we’ll make sure that doesn’t happen. 

The definition of “regularly scheduled” pressure washing is all up to you. Some businesses like pressure washing services at the change of the seasons, some businesses like monthly services, and others choose to do it once a year or whenever it seems necessary. There are many variables to consider, such as the size and location of your building, and the type of business you have. For example, businesses in industrial areas may need more regular servicing than those off the beaten path. It truly is up to you.

Why Do I Need My Business to Shine?

You may be wondering, “My building seems clean enough, why do I need it to shine?” Think of yourself as a consumer: Are you more likely to enter a business that is sparkling clean, or one that is just clean-ish? A sparkling clean building is going to attract more foot traffic, and that’s why we strive to leave every client with a sparkling finish.

At ASF Clean Team, we understand how important a shining building is, but also how important your job is. That’s why we only ask that you’re present for the first pressure washing service; after that, we just need access to your building’s exterior. We’ll take before and after pictures so you can see the shine yourself. Request a bid today to get started.

With the announcement from the CDC that it is safe for vaccinated individuals to resume normal life without a mask, you may be feeling more comfortable about re-opening your business soon. But, what is this going to look like? Your business space has been sitting unoccupied for over a year now, with dust and grime everywhere. Where do you even start to clean? Don’t stress; we can help you prep your business for re-opening with a deep clean.

Put on the Pressure

Before you re-open your business, you’re going to want to have a cleaning team come through and do a deep clean. Our power and pressure washing services can help get that job done. We’ll clean your space while wearing suits and masks to make sure that everything stays safe and sanitary, and that you and your employees do too. Once we’re done, we’ll walk through the building with you to make sure everything looks as good as new. 

Not only will we clean your space with this service, but we’ll also disinfect and sanitize it. You can feel confident in returning to a safe work space.

Wash the Windows

Windows may be last on your list of things to clean when re-opening your business, but we promise it will be worth it. Your windows have been getting dirty for over a year now, with no one to clean them. You’re going to get back to the office and your natural light will be dimmed by all of the dust and grime. So, be sure to incorporate window washing into your deep clean to keep your serotonin levels up all summer.

Sparkling Solar Panels

Does your business run on solar energy? If so, you’ll also want your solar panels deep cleaned before you re-open. Dirty solar panels produce less energy, and ruin any savings you had on your utilities bill. But, with just a quick clean, they’ll be sparkling and working as good as new. 

It’s important to have a professional perform this service, not just for safety, but because the wrong supplies can make your solar panels dirtier. Our state of the art equipment leaves your solar panels sparkling and our filtered water dries clear, so there is no residue to block your energy.

Prep with ASF Clean Team

Are you looking for a clean way to prep your business for re-opening with a deep clean? At ASF Clean Team, we only use the best equipment and really hot water to get the job done. We don’t use any chemicals because the water, at the temperature we use, gets all three jobs (cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting) done without them.

If that hasn’t sold you, we are also insured and will take before and after photos so you can be confident in the work. And you don’t even have to remember when we’re coming — we’ll text you reminders! Contact ASF Clean Team today to learn more about what we do and how we can serve your business. Don’t waste your time with a subpar clean; ASF Clean Team only provides the best.