Did you know that chewing gum is one of the hardest pieces of litter to tackle? It sticks in place and can then take decades to biodegrade. Worse, as it hardens and ages, it also gets harder to remove. This creates a big problem for councils, schools, businesses, and many other stakeholders. Luckily, we can help. Precision Cleaning Northern Ltd provides exceptional chewing gum removal services across the North East, taking care of even the messiest jobs.
A massive problem
Many people underestimate how much of a problem chewing gum actually is. It can cause significant hygiene problems, acting as a hotspot for bacteria. As we saw during covid, dangerous viruses can also spread easily when they get on surfaces. If a person is ill, the chewing gum they spit out on a pavement or stick to a surface can transmit the illness.
Another huge problem is chewing gum can actually attract various pests. Many love sweet, sugary smells. As a result, it can lead to even more hygiene problems, especially if the gum is attracting things like rodents.
Famously, Singapore has very strict laws on chewing gum. It has been banned since 1992, making it illegal for people to sell, import, or carry it in the country. It’s only acceptable if prescribed. They chose to ban it to tackle the issue of people sticking it to surfaces and causing damage, including to lift buttons and locks.
What to do?
The best thing to do is to work with a professional company like us and arrange chewing gum removal. We’ve got the skills and equipment to get rid of it efficiently from various settings, including pavements, car parks, and more. We use an efficient, eco-friendly method so we ensure it doesn’t damage the environment or surfaces.
One of the key things we recommend is to be proactive with chewing gum. Remember, it gets harder to remove with time. So, frequent cleaning is wise. It can actually save you money too, making each job easier.
It’s also a really good idea to encourage people to dispose of gum more appropriately. Installing bins and signage can reduce the number of people that spit it out or stick it to surfaces.
Ask us about chewing gum removal
Therefore, if you do need to arrange a service to remove chewing gum, you can rely on us. Get in touch today and discover what we do, costs, and more. We’ve got happy clients who have long term contracts with us, trusting us to maintain premises, improve their reputations, and maximise hygiene.
