While many employees are happy with simply having a clean and efficiently run workplace, not many consider how regular cleaning and maintenance of certain areas could improve things even more. This is especially true when it comes to getting the ducts in a workplace cleaned on a regular basis.

As an often overlooked consideration at best, or all but forgotten about at worst, it’s understandable that regular duct cleaning might not be at the forefront of your mind. However, getting the ducts of your workplace cleaned and serviced can actually bring with it a few surprising benefits. This article will take a look at how your workplace can benefit from having its ducted system regularly cleaned. 

Provide Employees with Relief from Allergens & Asthma Symptoms

The responsibility of providing a safe workplace for employees goes beyond simply providing them with a space in which they can conduct their work with relatively little disruption, or providing the right tools to get the job done. It’s highly likely you’re already aware of any allergies some of your employees or co-workers might have, but what is less likely is your awareness of any employees who may be suffering from asthma or other respiratory illnesses.

If the ducts in your workplace have gone relatively unmaintained, it’s possible that this could be exacerbating the symptoms of any employees who suffer from asthma or who are particularly sensitive to dust and allergens. This will have a direct effect on not only employee productivity but also overall workplace happiness and how workers rate the safety of their workplace. If you’re a business owner who cares about their employees, it may be time to get the ducts in your workplace inspected and cleaned. 

Avoid Bad Smells When Entertaining Clients

You may think it unlikely, but believe it or not, the cleanliness of your air ducts could have a direct impact on how prospective clients, employees and other professionals perceive your company. If the air ducts in your office or workspace have been neglected for a long time, it’s highly likely your building already harbours a certain smell. When a potential client or employee walks into your business for the first time, you want them to perceive you and your business as capable, professional and, above all, clean. If the first thing they notice is an offensive odour in the building as soon as they walk in, you can expect any credibility or goodwill to be permanently tarnished. Regular duct cleaning could therefore play a crucial role in maintaining your company’s status and reputation.

Reduce the Number of Sick Days Taken

Nobody likes it when their employees or co-workers are down and out with the flu or cold. While this has a direct impact on productivity, the more detrimental knock-on effect is that more sick days leads to employee disengagement and even burnout. Air ducts can harbour dust mites, pollen and even dead insects, but the real insidious contaminant is bacteria. By conducting regular duct cleaning in your workplace, you’ll reduce the likelihood that your employees will fall behind by falling ill.