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Some things go out of style, but cleanliness never does; it just gets achieved in different ways. A fine example is the role of the parking lot sweeper. At one time, it was a person with a broom doing their best to gather dirt and debris from a lot. It was time-consuming and not entirely effective. But technology marches on, and the lone soul sweeping dirt and picking up trash was soon replaced by a mechanical sweeper. That change happened way back in 1849 when C.S. Bishop invented the first model. This unit had horsepower but no engine as it was a horse-drawn cart with a sweeper operated by gears, chains, and belts. That simple machine kicked off a boom in the industry, and before 1900, there were over 300 street sweeper patents issued in the U.S. The first motorized sweeper came along in 1913 in the form of The Eglin Sweeper. Then, once the floodgates of technological advances were opened, progress was steady up to the present day. Now when you see a parking lot sweeper...

They say that in real estate, location is everything. Well, in business if you’ve got a good location, you’re on the path to success, and, if you keep your location looking terrific, then you’re even further along. Appearance counts for a great deal in the business world, so the more presentable and welcoming you can make yours the better. Have you ever driven into a business parking lot and been completely turned off by random bits of trash around the edges or collections of cigarette butts where someone has thoughtlessly emptied their ashtray? You don’t want this for your lot. A clean parking lot speaks volumes about your approach to business. It says you have attention to detail and care about your customers. It’s a good chance to make a positive impression, and that carries a lot of weight with your clientele. Some might think that if you don’t care enough to look after your property, you’re not going to put much effort into your service either. Parking lot sweeping s...

When the chilly air starts blowing into the Pacific Northwest it becomes time to start thinking about what you need to do to make sure your business is ready for the upcoming snow and ice. Deicing parking lots in Washington is an absolute must if you plan on creating a safe space for your customers, employees, and yourself. Iced over surfaces can lead to accidents and liabilities that can become a major headache for you, and a costly problem for your business. The key to anti-icing your parking lot is to pre-treat it before the storm arrives. This helps to make it much easier to remove any subsequent snow or ice that does form on your property, thus minimizing deicer usage and reducing the potential for impact on your property as well as the environment around your business. Deicing your parking lot helps you to increase the safety of your property in a number of different ways. Not only does it help to reduce the risk of accidents in your lot, but it also reduces the number o...

Think about how many different cars and trucks drive up and down the different roads you take on a daily basis. Think about how often you see someone toss out a can, cigarette butt, or piece of gum from their car window. Now think about how often you see a pile of rubbish in the middle or on the side of the road. Streets, parking lots, highways, and every other type of road in-between see a lot of action on a day-to-day basis, which means it is necessary for someone to come by and clean up after everybody. That is the role of the street sweeper in Washington . These are the people going out and keeping our roads clean and safe so that we can drive down them without fear of running into piles of trash or residue. A street sweeper’s job is to: Improve the Appearance of Roads – Regular cleaning not only helps to improve the look of the street itself, but also the aesthetic of the entire neighborhood the street is located in. Improve the Safety of Roads – Lots of trash and...

Construction gets messy. However, it’s important to keep job sites as clean as possible. Why? For one thing, keeping the site clean shows that the contractor is professional and respects the client’s property. Taking care of dust and debris and cleaning any stains prevents unnecessary damage to the property and ensures everything will be ready to go once construction is complete. Likewise, cleanliness is also a matter of health and safety. For example, builders must contain and remove dust as much as possible to keep the air quality at a safe level. Furthermore, if there is a lot of discarded parts and litter cluttering the site, it’s more likely that someone will trip and hurt themselves. Finally, maintaining the site leaves a good impression on the client and any potential customers who may pass by. The client is more likely to recommend the builders to their friends if the job site stayed as clean and organized as possible throughout the project. Alternatively, if the...

A parking lot or parking garage is like any other property: it needs to be kept clean. There are many reasons why cleanliness is important for these spaces, including safety concerns, curb appeal, and value retention. Cleanliness may not seem like a safety matter, but it can be. For example, if oil or another slick substance is left in your parking garage, someone could slip and injure themselves -- perhaps ultimately resulting in a slip-and-fall lawsuit. Likewise, all matter of litter and debris can accumulate in a parking lot—left unaddressed, it will soon become a sanitation concern. Furthermore, when your property is clean, it simply looks better. By partnering with a parking lot sweeper business in Washington for routine cleaning, you can ensure you always make a good impression on visitors, clients, and staff. People will feel confident and safe parking in your lot or garage, which will, in turn, reflect well on all nearby businesses. Finally, regular cleaning w...

Cleaning streets and parking lots is about more than just appearances. Accumulated oil, grime, and other debris can become hazards. Street sweeping is an effective means of removing the soil and debris to improve safety. Removing a variety of litter decreases the chance of skids and collisions, and also enables drivers to safely judge the distance to curbs and roadway edges. Construction and debris in the road cause pedestrians, runners, and cyclists to swerve into the roadway to avoid large items, mud, or skid conditions. This swerving action may cause accidents and serious injuries. Another essential benefit of street sweeping is the removal of metal particles and other hazardous waste products discarded by passing vehicles. Certain particles can be extremely harmful to fish and other wildlife if they get into creeks, rivers, beaches, or bays. Some hazardous particles may bond to other larger debris that releases unhealthy emissions into the air. Also, rubbish in roadway gut...