What You Need to Know About the Scheduled Cleaning
Important Info About Your Upcoming Cleaning Project
Please Read Before Entering Any Cleaning Zone
Grime Time, Inc. is performing a scheduled deep cleaning project in your facility. This may include floor care, sanitizing, power washing, or other high-impact cleaning services in areas like restrooms, kitchens, hallways, workstations, or production zones. Even if your department isn’t the main focus, you may still be affected by temporary closures, blocked access, or safety concerns.
⚠️ Safety First — Read Before You Enter
Our team is trained to work safely and professionally—but if we’re not expecting foot traffic, accidents can happen.
During this project, you may encounter:
Wet or waxed floors that are extremely slippery
Loud machinery and sharp tools in use
Flying dust, water spray, or debris
Chemical fumes from disinfectants or floor finishes
Power tools with blades and moving parts
Limited visibility due to equipment or obstructions
We strongly advise against entering the area while work is underway. Doing so could result in:
Slips, falls, or chemical exposure
Footprints cured into freshly waxed floors
Damage to equipment or unfinished surfaces
Delays or added costs to your organization
✅ What You Should Do to Prepare
Take a few minutes before the project begins to avoid disruption and keep things running smoothly:
Move small or water-sensitive items off the floor (trash cans, boxes, electronics, paper goods, personal items)
Retrieve anything you’ll need during the cleaning window—like food from break room fridges or items from lockers
Avoid leaving cardboard, open containers, or valuable items in or near the work zone
Do not touch or move any Grime Time equipment
Respect all caution tape and posted signage
Large stationary items (desks, filing cabinets, refrigerators) do not need to be moved—we’ll work around them.
⏱️ How Long Will It Take?
Every project is a little different, so exact timing can vary. You’ll find the project schedule listed on the original noticewhere you scanned the QR code.
If anything changes, we’ll notify your manager or point of contact right away so your team can adjust as needed.
In general:
Most cleaning projects are completed within a few hours
Complicated projects could take days or weeks
Floors are usually safe to walk on after ~1.5 hours
Full curing takes up to 24 hours, especially for waxed or refinished floors
We’ll confirm when it’s safe to reenter the space—just keep in mind that walking on floors too early can damage the finish or leave permanent marks.
🔄 After We’re Done
We’ll do our best to return the space to its original setup, but since we’re not in the environment daily, please plan to arrive a bit early if you want to adjust or reorganize your area
Some items may be left off the floor until drying is complete—this protects the newly cleaned surface
Avoid dragging items across freshly waxed floors to prevent scuffing or damage
🔐 Need Access or Have Questions?
If you need to pass through a cleaning zone, we’re happy to accommodate—but please call or text first so we can pause safely.
📞 During the project: (360) 667-7111
📧 General questions: Info@GrimeTimePDX.com
☑️ Be sure to CC your internal contact
✅ Key Takeaways
Don’t enter taped-off or wet areas
Plan ahead to retrieve anything you’ll need
Move small or sensitive items
Expect noise, equipment, and limited access
We’re here to help—just reach out