When the vast majority of the workers in an office building seem to constantly be sick with a variety of distressing health issues that seem to go away once they're home again over the weekend, they might be experiencing something known as "sick building syndrome (SBS)."

Symptoms of SBS are usually just vague or ill-defined enough to defy easy diagnosis. They can range from headaches and difficulty concentrating to nagging coughs, dizziness, and itchy rashes. Not only can these problems make your workers miserable, but they can also interfere with your company's productivity. 

That makes it worth considering taking some basic steps to eliminate the problem. If you have even the barest hint that your office building may be suffering from sick building syndrome, here's why you should invest in commercial cleaning services:

Regular Cleaning Helps Eliminate Triggers

Something in your office may be triggering these various immune reactions in your employees, and the best way to get rid of the unknown culprit is through regular, thorough cleaning. Professional janitorial services can make sure that all office surfaces, including floors and walls, are regularly sanitized. That can eliminate dust and other allergens that might be causing the problem — and keep them away.

Proper Ventilation and Air Circulation Can Help 

It won't do you any good to clean away all the contaminants in the office if the HVAC system just puts them right back in the air and coats everything with the same allergens all over again. A professional service can make sure that your air vents are also properly cleaned out and that the ducts are regularly maintained. That will automatically improve the air quality in your office.

Mold and Moisture Prevention Is Good for Everyone's Health

Sometimes the culprit behind SBS is excess moisture in small, hidden areas. That can lead to mold growth, which is a major allergy for many people and can leave them feeling quite sick. Professional cleaners can look for and eliminate mold in areas that are prone to moisture buildup, like the bathrooms, the office kitchen, and storage rooms.

Commercial cleaning services do a lot more than merely keep the dust down. When your staff is clearly struggling with health issues that seem tied to your office environment, you need to take proactive steps to get everything (and everyone) back on track. Commercial cleaning services may be the fastest solution to your problem. 

For more information about commercial cleaning, contact a local company. 

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