Let’s face it—most offices look clean on the surface. The floors get vacuumed, desks get wiped, and bins get emptied. But lurking in your workspace are hidden hotspots teeming with bacteria—the kind you don’t see but definitely don’t want to touch.
At Environment Cleaning Service (ECS), we know where germs love to hide. Here are five often-overlooked germ magnets in your office—and why they deserve a spot on your regular cleaning checklist:
1. Shared Office Equipment
Printers, scanners, and communal staplers are touched by everyone but rarely cleaned. Think of how many fingers press those printer buttons daily—it’s a germ party with no guest list.
💡 Tip: Wipe shared equipment daily with disinfectant wipes, especially in high-traffic areas.
2. Keyboard & Mouse
Studies have found that keyboards can harbour more bacteria than a toilet seat. Crumbs, sweat, and constant typing create the perfect breeding ground.
💡 Tip: Disinfect your keyboard and mouse at least once a week. And don’t forget between the keys!
3. Breakroom Handles
Microwave doors, fridge handles, and kettle switches—these are germ central. Everyone uses them, usually before washing their hands.
💡 Tip: Clean these surfaces multiple times a day, especially during flu season.
4. Conference Room Remotes & Phones
Conference rooms often get skipped during routine cleaning, but those TV remotes, speakerphones, and presentation clickers are handled frequently and cleaned… well, almost never.
💡 Tip: Keep a disinfectant spray or wipes nearby and encourage teams to clean before and after meetings.
5. Chair Armrests
Your chair might support you all day, but it’s also supporting a tonne of bacteria. Armrests absorb oils, sweat, and germs from your skin and clothing.
💡 Tip: Schedule regular cleaning for upholstered chairs and wipe down plastic or leather armrests weekly.
Don’t Let Germs Linger
A clean office isn’t just about appearance—it’s about health, productivity, and peace of mind. At ECS, we help offices stay truly clean—from the obvious to the often-overlooked.
Want a deep clean that tackles the real problem areas?
📞 Contact ECS today for a free quote.