The difference between sterile, disinfected, and sanitary

2/24/2021 (Permalink)

The difference between sterile, disinfected, and sanitary

SERVPRO knows that in this COVID-19 age it is perhaps more important than ever to know how to properly clean surfaces, and to know the difference between sterilizing, disinfecting, and sanitizing an area. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic SERVPRO was an expert in biohazard cleanup, which is why we feel more prepared than ever to help! Take a look below at the different levels of clean, and if you have any questions about the different levels of clean or need help cleaning a space after COVID-19 exposure give us a call! We are here 24/7. 

STERILE: removal of 100% of soils and microorganisms

DISINFECTED: when at least 99% of the soils and microorganisms are removed from a surface 

SANITARY: when soils and microorganisms are removed to the point that general good health is protected