Your commercial property’s exterior will have a major impact on the first impression your clients and customers get of your business as a whole. When your building’s exterior is dirty and not well-maintained, this can lead to the notion that your business is not successful. While you can spend a small fortune making upgrades to your facility’s exterior, cleanliness is vital to making a great first impression. It may be wiser to invest in parking lot sweepers before considering any major landscaping or facade makeover.
How Cleanliness Impacts Curb Appeal
A dirty exterior can make the facility look drab, dreary, and generally uninviting. Consider how much better your home looks after the floors have recently been mopped and swept, or your driveway washed. Cleaning the exterior of your property will also have this same effect. Power washing some surfaces may provide excellent results, but you do not want to overlook the importance of having a clean parking lot in particular. Trash and grime are common in parking lots, and industrial sweepers are a convenient and effective way to get rid of these.
Cleaning Equipment: Rent or Own?
When it comes to parking lot sweepers, the question for many business owners is whether to purchase or rent. A key factor lies in how frequently you plan to use the equipment. Parking lots generally will benefit from regular cleaning because they are exposed to the elements and are used on a daily basis. When you own your own parking lot sweeper, your staff members will be able to clean the parking lot as frequently as needed without additional expense to you.
On the other hand, if you do not see the need for frequent cleaning, you can consider renting. This should be a more economically viable arrangement, especially if you have budget constraints. Another advantage of renting is that you can choose from different kinds of sweepers each time to suit your needs, and you will also have better access to the latest models. The best suppliers like Total Clean Equipment, which serves cities such as Phoenix, AZ and areas throughout Southern CA such as Los Angeles, offer both new or used parking lot sweepers for purchase, as well as rentals and lease options.
Never underestimate the importance of a clean and well-maintained exterior, as it can make the difference between attracting and keeping customers, and losing them to a competitor. Investing in the right equipment will help ensure your facility is sending the right message to your clients.
Sources:
Does Your Commercial Property Have Curb Appeal?, RISBJ
Improving Downtown’s Curb Appeal, Downtown Research and Development Center