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Back-to-School = Germ Season: Cleaning Strategies for Offices, Schools & Shared Spaces

When the school buses roll out in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, it’s not just kids heading back to class. Germs are back in session too — and unfortunately, they don’t stop at the classroom door.

From office breakrooms to property lobbies, this time of year brings a perfect storm: cooler weather, more people indoors, and back-to-school bugs hitching rides on employees’ kids. For facility managers, office managers, and business owners, the question isn’t if germs will show up — it’s how ready your workplace is to handle them.

A facility manager's guide to protecting your building and budget this season

Summer in Southern New England brings more than just beach weather and barbecues. For anyone managing a commercial space—whether you're overseeing a bustling office in Providence, a medical facility in Hartford, or a retail center in Springfield—those rising temps and sticky humidity levels create a perfect storm of moisture problems.

The result? Mold, mildew, persistent odors, and cleaning challenges that can quickly spiral into costly repairs, employee health complaints, and frustrated tenants. But here's the good news: most of these issues are completely preventable when you know what to look for and how to tackle them early. Jump down toQuick DIY Checks you can do today!

Let's dive into why summer is so tough on commercial buildings in our region, what warning signs to watch for, and most importantly—how to stay ahead of problems before they hit your bottom line.

Spring is here—and with it comes the perfect opportunity to refresh your workspace. If you're a small business owner, facility manager, or property manager in Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Western Massachusetts, now’s the time to schedule a commercial deep cleaning that goes way beyond your usual routine.

A spring deep clean doesn’t just make your space look better—it improves air quality, boosts employee morale, and helps maintain your building's long-term value.

So how do you know if your office or facility is due for a deeper clean?

The summer season in New England poses unique cleaning challenges that need special attention. With more humidity, more foot traffic, and seasonal allergies, keeping a clean and healthy workspace is more important than ever. 

Which expression best describes you as you enter the workplace on Monday morning? If you're greeted by a clean, organized, tidy space, your face is likely to be happy. You may feel frustrated at the start of the week if your workplace is a mess.