What is the difference between commercial cleaning and office cleaning?
In short, office cleaning focuses on maintaining everyday hygiene and presentation within a professional workspace — desks, meeting rooms, kitchens, and restrooms. Commercial cleaning , on the other hand, tackles larger, more complex environments like warehouses, retail spaces, schools, or hospitals. It often involves specialised equipment and stricter safety standards. Here’s a quick breakdown: Feature Office Cleaning Commercial Cleaning Primary focus Daily maintenance and tidiness Deep cleaning and sanitisation of high-traffic or industrial spaces Frequency Regular (daily or weekly) Scheduled or as-needed basis Common tasks Dusting, vacuuming, sanitising desks, bins, kitchens Pressure washing, floor stripping, post-construction cleaning Skill & equipment Basic cleaning tools and products Industrial-grade machines and chemicals Industries served Offices, agencies, co-working spaces Warehouses, retail, healthcare, manufacturing Why the distinction matters for your busine...