How do I know if my floors need professional maintenance?

Yellowed or hazy finish, visible scuff marks, dull or worn traffic lanes, scratches that no longer respond to mopping, and a generally tired appearance are all signs the floor needs professional attention. Most commercial floors benefit from a full strip and wax every 12 to 24 months, with regular buffing and burnishing in between.

How long does floor maintenance take?

A residential cleaning and refresh can usually be completed in a single day. Commercial strip-and-wax projects are scheduled around operating hours and may run overnight or over a weekend. Drying time between wax coats is the main factor in the schedule, with most projects requiring six to eight hours of total cure time before the floor returns to use.

Does homeowners insurance cover floor maintenance?

Routine floor maintenance is not covered by homeowners' or commercial property insurance. Floor work tied to a covered loss, such as water damage, fire damage, or biohazard cleanup, is typically included in the restoration claim. We can help document the work to support your claim.

What types of floors do you service?

Our team services VCT, vinyl, linoleum, ceramic and porcelain tile, concrete, terrazzo, and hardwood floors. Each floor type requires different products and techniques, and our technicians match the process to the surface to deliver the best results without causing damage.

How often should commercial floors be stripped and waxed?

Most commercial floors benefit from a full strip and wax every 12 to 24 months, with regular buffing or high-speed burnishing in between. The exact interval depends on traffic levels, floor type, and the daily cleaning program in place. We can recommend a schedule based on your specific facility.

What is the difference between buffing and burnishing?

Buffing uses a low-speed machine to clean the floor surface and bring up a soft shine. Burnishing uses a high-speed machine, often 1,500 to 2,500 RPM, to produce a much deeper, harder, more durable shine. High-traffic commercial floors are typically burnished, while residential floors are more often buffed.

Can you maintain floors after hours?

Yes. RW Services regularly performs commercial floor maintenance on evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts to avoid disrupting business operations. Schedules are coordinated with property management or facility staff to ensure access, security, and minimal impact on tenants and customers.

Do you serve commercial properties?

Yes. RW Services provides floor maintenance for both residential and commercial properties throughout Florida's Space Coast and Central Florida. Our service area includes Titusville, Melbourne, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Mims, and east Orange County.

Floor Maintenance Services

Hard floors are a major investment, and without a real maintenance program they wear out years before they should. Daily traffic grinds dirt into the finish, scratches accumulate, wax layers dull and yellow, and eventually the floor itself begins to suffer. Replacing flooring is expensive. Maintaining it is not.

RW Services provides full floor maintenance for homes and businesses throughout Florida's Space Coast and Central Florida. Our trained technicians strip and refinish, wax, buff, burnish, and clean a wide range of hard floor surfaces including VCT, vinyl, terrazzo, concrete, and hardwood. Recurring maintenance programs keep floors looking their best and protect the underlying material for the long haul.

Initial Contact and Quote

The process begins when you call us. A specialist will ask about the floor type, square footage, current condition, and any specific concerns. We will provide a quote and recommend either a one-time service or a recurring maintenance program.

Pre-Inspection

Our technician walks the area with you to identify the floor type, finish condition, areas of heavy wear, and any damage that needs to be addressed. This determines the specific services, products, and timeline for the project.

Furniture Moving and Prep

Furniture, equipment, and obstacles are moved out of the work area. Baseboards and adjacent surfaces are protected from cleaning solutions and stripper. The area is cordoned off and signage is placed for safety.

Stripping (When Required)

Old wax and finish layers are softened with floor stripper and removed using low-speed scrubbers and pickup. Multiple passes are performed as needed until the floor is back to a clean, bare surface ready for new finish.

Deep Cleaning and Rinsing

The bare floor is thoroughly cleaned and rinsed multiple times to remove all stripper residue and embedded soil. Any remaining residue compromises the new finish, so this step is performed carefully and verified before moving on.

Sealing and Wax Application

A sealer and multiple coats of commercial-grade floor finish are applied with proper dry time between coats. The number of coats depends on the floor type and traffic level, with high-traffic areas typically receiving four to six coats for maximum durability.

Buffing or Burnishing

Once the finish is fully cured, the floor is buffed or high-speed burnished to bring up a deep, durable shine. Burnishing also hardens the finish and improves resistance to scuffs, scratches, and wear.

Maintenance Plan Setup

For commercial clients, we set up a recurring maintenance schedule that may include daily mopping, weekly buffing, monthly scrubbing, and annual strip-and-refinish service. A real plan keeps floors at peak appearance and avoids the cost of major restoration.

Hard flooring in your home is a long-term investment, and Florida's traffic, sand, and humidity make it harder to keep looking its best. Tile, vinyl, hardwood, and concrete floors all benefit from periodic professional maintenance, especially in entryways, kitchens, and high-traffic living areas.

Our trained technicians clean, strip, refinish, and protect residential hard floors using methods matched to the specific material. Whether you need an annual deep clean or a full restoration before listing your home, we have the equipment and experience to do it right.

Common residential situations we address:

Tile and vinyl floor deep cleaning
Hardwood floor cleaning and conditioning
Concrete floor cleaning and sealing
Pre-listing or post-construction floor work
Annual deep cleaning and refresh
Pet, water, or wear damage cleanup

Commercial floors take far more abuse than residential, and the appearance of those floors directly affects how customers, employees, and tenants perceive your business. A real floor maintenance program protects your investment, reduces long-term replacement costs, and keeps your facility looking professional every day.

RW Services builds custom commercial floor maintenance programs for facilities of every size. Our team works around your operating hours, including evenings and weekends, and provides recurring stripping, refinishing, buffing, and burnishing services on a schedule that fits your traffic and budget.

Commercial property types we serve:

Office buildings and professional spaces
Retail stores and shopping centers
Healthcare facilities and clinics
Schools, churches, and institutional buildings
Warehouses and industrial facilities

How do I know if my floors need professional maintenance?
Yellowed or hazy finish, visible scuff marks, dull or worn traffic lanes, scratches that no longer respond to mopping, and a generally tired appearance are all signs the floor needs professional attention. Most commercial floors benefit from a full strip and wax every 12 to 24 months, with regular buffing and burnishing in between.
How long does floor maintenance take?
A residential cleaning and refresh can usually be completed in a single day. Commercial strip-and-wax projects are scheduled around operating hours and may run overnight or over a weekend. Drying time between wax coats is the main factor in the schedule, with most projects requiring six to eight hours of total cure time before the floor returns to use.
Does homeowners insurance cover floor maintenance?
Routine floor maintenance is not covered by homeowners' or commercial property insurance. Floor work tied to a covered loss, such as water damage, fire damage, or biohazard cleanup, is typically included in the restoration claim. We can help document the work to support your claim.
What types of floors do you service?
Our team services VCT, vinyl, linoleum, ceramic and porcelain tile, concrete, terrazzo, and hardwood floors. Each floor type requires different products and techniques, and our technicians match the process to the surface to deliver the best results without causing damage.
How often should commercial floors be stripped and waxed?
Most commercial floors benefit from a full strip and wax every 12 to 24 months, with regular buffing or high-speed burnishing in between. The exact interval depends on traffic levels, floor type, and the daily cleaning program in place. We can recommend a schedule based on your specific facility.
What is the difference between buffing and burnishing?
Buffing uses a low-speed machine to clean the floor surface and bring up a soft shine. Burnishing uses a high-speed machine, often 1,500 to 2,500 RPM, to produce a much deeper, harder, more durable shine. High-traffic commercial floors are typically burnished, while residential floors are more often buffed.
Can you maintain floors after hours?
Yes. RW Services regularly performs commercial floor maintenance on evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts to avoid disrupting business operations. Schedules are coordinated with property management or facility staff to ensure access, security, and minimal impact on tenants and customers.
Do you serve commercial properties?
Yes. RW Services provides floor maintenance for both residential and commercial properties throughout Florida's Space Coast and Central Florida. Our service area includes Titusville, Melbourne, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Mims, and east Orange County.
Do you offer recurring floor maintenance contracts?
Yes. Many of our commercial clients are on recurring maintenance programs that include some combination of daily cleaning, weekly buffing, monthly scrubbing, and annual strip-and-wax service. Recurring programs keep floors looking their best and reduce the cost of major restoration over time.

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