Northstar Building Maintenance
Janitorial Services in Los Angeles
There are numerous ways to enhance your potential for Green Cleaning, ranging from simple steps like regularly emptying vacuum bags to implementing a comprehensive program that complies with LEED standards.
green star? what does it mean?
Our mission is to provide high-quality cleaning services that prioritize the health and well-being of both people and the environment.
Many companies are looking toward the future and making the decision to take an environmentally friendly outlook and have begun offering Green Cleaning. We have also taken that step and man of our procedures are preformed in the most efficient way possible. We use micro-fiber cleaning methods, HEPA filtration vacuums, and utilize efficient methods. At many of our commercial accounts we utilize specialized chemicals and have recycling programs in place.
Minimizing particles in the air
- Utilization of HEPA filtration vacuums - Review Carpet & Rug Institute's Green Label Program for vacuums
- Utilize microfiber clothes, mops, dust mops, and dusters which reduce air born pollutants and are reusable.
- Practicing procedures that reduce pollutants in the air such as spraying chemicals onto rags instead of releasing aerosols into the air
- Introduction of Air Filtration Systems
chemical management
- Environmentally friendly chemicals (Green Seal Certified Available)
- Proportioning systems have less waste
- Hand soaps that do not contain antimicrobial agents (some medical and food preparation facilities require antimicrobial hand soap)
proper procedures that utilize efficient green methods
- Emptying vacuums before they are full to ensure most efficient collection of dirt particles
- Routine services of areas that are often high in germs such as restroom and door fixtures.
Reduce Exposure by utilizing a mat system at all entrances
- Mats help to remove dirt and pollutants before they enter the building. Proper utilization and frequent cleaning can reduce the amount of time needed to properly maintain a building and aid in improving air quality.
Recyling programs
- We can help determine the best recycling program for your facility.
Green star products
- Routine maintenance will reduce the possible irritants that live in carpet fibers
carpet cleaning
- Routine maintenance will reduce the possible irritants that live in carpet fibers
building upgrades
- High Efficiency HVAC units
- Air Filtration
- Germ Killing UV Lights
- Motion Sensor Lighting
- Waterless Urinals
By implementing a complete green cleaning program, your building can earn up to 14 points toward LEED certification in the Existing Building category.
Green Cleaning Certification: LEED
LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is a green building certification program developed by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) to promote sustainable building practices and reduce the environmental impact of buildings.
LEED Certifications requires much more than just switching from traditional chemicals to green chemicals.
LEED-EB focuses on seven major areas, each with their own certification standards and best practices.
- Facility Maintenance, including Green Chemicals
- Indoor Air Quality
- Energy Efficiency
- Water Efficiency
- Recycling Programs
- Exterior Maintenance Programs
- Systems Upgrades