What is professional disinfection service and how is it different from cleaning?

Standard cleaning removes visible dirt, dust, and debris from surfaces, while disinfection specifically targets the germs, bacteria, and viruses that cleaning alone may not fully eliminate. Disinfection involves applying EPA-registered products designed to kill pathogens on contact, often with a required dwell time to be effective. We typically recommend combining both services, since a surface can look clean but still carry harmful microorganisms if it has not been properly disinfected. Cleaning Master offers disinfection as either a standalone service or paired with routine cleaning, depending on your facility’s needs. This distinction matters most in spaces with high foot traffic or shared surfaces, where reducing the spread of illness is a genuine priority.