Ensure Nothing Gets Overlooked—Especially Above Eye Level

As a facility manager, keeping a commercial space clean, safe, and compliant isn’t just a daily task—it’s a year-round commitment. But even with the best maintenance routines in place, annual deep cleaning is essential to tackle the areas that routine cleanings often miss.

One of the most overlooked (and underestimated) components of deep cleaning? High-level dusting. Out-of-sight surfaces accumulate dust, allergens, and debris all year long, posing real risks to air quality, equipment performance, and safety.

To help you stay on top of it all, here’s a comprehensive Annual Deep Cleaning Checklist, with a special focus on those high-up areas that are easy to forget—and costly to ignore.


✅ General Interior Deep Cleaning

Carpet and upholstery shampooing

Strip, seal, and wax hard flooring

High-pressure cleaning of tile and grout

Interior window washing (including high windows)

Deep cleaning of kitchens, break rooms, and bathrooms

Sanitization of workstations, furniture, and shared equipment


✅ High-Level Dusting Checklist

Ceiling beams and rafters

Exposed pipes and ductwork

Light fixtures and ceiling fans

Sprinkler heads and fire suppression systems

HVAC vents, diffusers, and returns

Overhead signage and display structures

Top of tall cabinets, shelving, and lockers

Wall-mounted fixtures above 8 feet

Why It Matters:
High dust can compromise indoor air quality, increase fire risk, and trigger OSHA or health code violations—especially in warehouses, healthcare facilities, or food production environments.


✅ Exterior & Structural Areas

Power wash sidewalks, entryways, and building façade

Clean gutters, downspouts, and exterior vents

Remove cobwebs and bird debris from awnings and rooflines

Clear debris from rooftop HVAC units and equipment


✅ Specialized Equipment & Utility Rooms

Clean behind and under large machinery or appliances

Wipe down electrical panels, breaker boxes, and junctions (where safe)

Dust and vacuum IT/server rooms and protect sensitive electronics

Clean mechanical rooms and inspect for dust accumulation near air intakes


✅ Safety & Compliance Review

Test and inspect fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems

Ensure emergency exits and signage are free from obstructions or dust

Update and post cleaning logs or OSHA-required documentation

Schedule high dusting services if dust buildup is visible or excessive


Final Tip: Don’t Wait Until There’s a Problem

Many facility managers only think about high dusting when someone complains—or when they’re preparing for an audit or inspection. But by incorporating it into your annual deep cleaning plan, you can:

  • Prevent costly equipment damage
  • Improve indoor air quality
  • Extend the life of your HVAC system
  • Maintain a safe, professional environment year-round

Partner with Professionals

High-level dusting isn’t something your day porter or janitorial team should be expected to handle. It requires:

  • OSHA-compliant ladders and lifts
  • Proper fall protection and safety protocols
  • Experienced technicians trained to clean at height

Need help building a custom deep cleaning plan for your facility? We specialize in high-level dusting and industrial cleaning for commercial spaces of all sizes. Let’s help you check this off your list—for good.


Ready to schedule your annual high dusting service?
Contact us today for a free site walk and customized estimate.

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