12 Ways Floor Stripping and Waxing Saves You Money

Maintaining clean and well-maintained floors is essential to presenting an environment of cleanliness and care for any commercial space. While the initial cost of floor stripping and waxing may seem like an expense, it’s an investment that can yield substantial returns in the long run.

It’s as simple as comparing the cost of replacing your floors every few years to that of stripping and waxing. The average cost of floor stripping and waxing is $0.40-$2.23 per sq/ft. Replacing vinyl composite (VCT) ranges from $3-$9, not including the time and costs of closing your establishment, preparing the area, and moving back in upon completion of the install.

But if you’re still not convinced, let’s explore all 12 ways in which regular site maintenance, including floor stripping and waxing, can save you money.

1. Prolongs the Lifespan of Flooring Materials

The porous surfaces of most flooring acts like a sponge, trapping water and dirt, and as the integrity of the floor diminishes naturally over time it only becomes more porous. Regular floor cleaning, especially floor stripping and waxing, can extend the lifespan of your flooring materials. By removing dirt, debris, and stains that can wear down the surface, you reduce the need for costly replacements or repairs.

2. Prevents Slip-and-Fall Accidents

Clean floors are safer floors. Routine cleaning helps eliminate slip-and-fall hazards, reducing the risk of accidents and potential costly liabilities associated with injuries on your premises.

3. Preserves the Aesthetic Appeal

Clean, shiny floors make a great impression for anyone from clients and customers to employees. When a commercial is well cared for, it conveys a sense of integrity and respect that reflects a commitment to excellence and an attention to detail. This can be particularly beneficial for businesses as it attracts customers and clients, potentially leading to increased revenue.

4. Reduces the Need for Expensive Restoration

Neglecting floor maintenance can result in the need for more extensive and costly restoration work down the line. As we mentioned, as most flooring materials are porous and as such they trap water. Over time, that water will move down through the flooring and start eating away at the structure below. Floor stripping and waxing can prevent this by keeping your floors sealed against moisture and in good condition.

5. Improves Indoor Air Quality

Allergens, dust, and pollutants will rest on top of hard surfaces until they’re sufficiently cleaned away. However, without proper cleaning, those allergens will circulate in the environment, contaminating the air quality, and potentially causing reactions and even illness. Improved indoor air quality, will help to keep everyone in the environment healthier and even increase productivity and reduce stress.

6. Minimizes Downtime

Professional floor cleaning services often use efficient equipment and techniques, minimizing downtime for businesses. This can prevent revenue loss associated with temporary closures for floor maintenance, or worse, floor replacement.

7. Avoids Costly Cleaning Mistakes

By having professionals clean, strip and wax flooring on a regular basis, commercial space owners and leasers can avoid major pitfalls. These are some of the pitfalls we look out for when we’re stripping and waxing your floors.

8. Protects Investments in High-Value Floors

Some flooring materials are significant investments. Stripping and waxing is not necessarily the right choice for all types of flooring, as is the case with polished concrete flooring.  Proper cleaning and maintenance, can protect your investment by preventing damage and degradation, so it’s important to work with professionals who understand the needs of different materials.

9. Enhances Workplace Productivity

A clean and well-maintained workspace can boost employee morale and productivity. Happier, healthier employees are more efficient, potentially increasing your bottom line.

10. Contributes to Sustainability

The global trend of green cleaning, is not just an environmentally responsible choice; it can also save you money. Eco-friendly cleaning products and practices often lead to reduced resource consumption and waste, which can translate to cost savings.

11. Preserves Floor Warranty

Many flooring materials come with warranties. Proper floor cleaning, including stripping and waxing, can help you preserve warranties, ensuring that any potential issues are addressed by the manufacturer at no additional cost.

12. Prevents Costly Emergency Cleanups

Neglecting regular floor cleaning can cause stubborn stains and damage that may require emergency cleaning services. This is especially the case when moisture penetrates beneath the flooring. These services can be expensive and are often avoidable through routine maintenance.

Investing in proper floor maintenance is a wise financial decision that can yield substantial savings over time. From prolonging the lifespan of flooring materials to improving indoor air quality and preventing costly accidents, the benefits of a clean and well-maintained floor extend far beyond aesthetics.

If you’re looking for a reliable commercial cleaning company to help with your floor maintenance, including floor stripping and waxing, look no further than Metropolitan.

Metropolitan Building Maintenance has been offering commercial cleaning services in the lower mainland for over 40 years, with an average customer retention of 14 years. If you’re interested in our services, call today for a free quote!