CORONAVIRUS CLEANING

There is much to learn about the novel coronavirus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Based on what is currently known about the novel coronavirus and similar coronaviruses that cause SARS and MERS, spread from person-to-person with these viruses happens most frequently among close contacts (within about 6 feet). This type of transmission occurs via respiratory droplets. 

On the other hand, transmission of novel coronavirus to persons from surfaces contaminated with the virus has not been documented. Transmission of coronavirus occurs much more commonly through respiratory droplets than through fomites. Current evidence suggests that novel coronavirus may remain viable for hours to days on surfaces made from a variety of materials. Cleaning of visibly dirty surfaces followed by disinfection is a best practice measure for prevention of COVID-19 and other viral respiratory illnesses in households and community settings.

PowerBees, provides technicians with environmental cleaning experience.  Having been in the indoor air quality space for nearly fifteen years, our technicians are trained to clean particulates that are much smaller than coronavirus droplets.  We will thoroughly wipe down all affected surfaces e.g., countertops, cabinets, furniture, walls, trim, baseboard, doorknobs, light switches, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks) with and EPA-registered disinfectants .

A key component to prevent the spread of the virus is keeping the indoor air clean and free of droplets as those affected with the virus cough, sneeze and breath.  Typically, those droplets will can be anywhere within a six-food radius of the affect person (where they are and where they have traveled.  PowerBees will temporarily install Air Scrubbers with multiple layers of special filters designed to filter out .05 micron particulates  (Cornonavrisus particulates are approximately .125 microns).  These air scrubbers can be placed in multiple rooms or moved easily from room to room depending upon your requirements.  The critical component is having several air scrubbers that exhaust air to the outside of the home. 

We are now learning that the coronvirus may be spreading through ventilation systems.  An important component of the cleaning process  is eliminating the virus from the HVAC system and ductwork.  PowerBees offers a specialized HVAC and duct cleaning process our commercial negative air duct cleaning technology that will pull all the air, including bacteria, viruses and microbial particulates, through the ductwork into our Negative air system.  We will accomplish this by covering all registers and cleaning the ductwork one register at a time.  The system will then be disinfected with an EPA-registered disinfectant. 

While there is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.

Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).

Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself.

Clean your hands often

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact

Avoid close contact with people who are sick

Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community. This is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.

Stay home if you’re sick

Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care. Learn what to do if you are sick.

woman covering their mouth when coughing

Cover coughs and sneezes

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.

Throw used tissues in the trash.

Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

man wearing a mask

Wear a facemask if you are sick

If you are sick:  You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then you should do your best to cover your coughs and sneezes, and people who are caring for you should wear a facemask if they enter your room. Learn what to do if you are sick.

If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). Facemasks may be in short supply and they should be saved for caregivers.