Cleaning/Rejuvenation
Approx. 0.35¢-0.60¢ per Sq. Ft. Dependant on material, depth of grime and sq. ft
Pros 
- Best value for capital expenditures per square foot
- Does not degrade fire resistance value
- Does not degrade acoustical value
- Healthier environmental air quality after cleaning
- Cleans and restores your existing ceiling tiles to near new condition
- Vents and intakes are included in the process
- Light relective qualities restored
- Tiles are still free moving for easy access
- Removes odors, sanitizes and refreshes treated areas
- Is non-toxic, non-flammable and detergent based
- Is an effective biocide against bacteria, yeast, mold and fungi
- Meets OSHA PEL Standards 1910.1000
- Is approved for use in USDA regulated facilities
- Proven system since 1986
- Most projects are completed in 1 visit within a few hours
- Furniture & electronics are covered eliminating need for movement or disruption
- Schedules available around YOUR schedule to avoid downtime and inconvenience
- All work below 20 foot height is completed from ground level
- Damaged tiles or grid system can be isolated and repaired or replaced
Note: Warped or broken tiles will need to be replaced.
Cons
- None determined
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PAINTING
Approx. 0.55¢-$2.25 per Sq. Ft. Dependant on surface material, paint grade and sq. ft.
Pros
- Color changes options available
- Reduced capital exposure when compared to tile replacement
- Improved light reflective qualities
- Clean look
- Environmental impact reduced compared to replacement as not required to dispose of original tiles
Cons
- Second highest capital expenditure per square foot
- Reduces the flame resistance ability of the tiles
- Reduces noise reduction ability of the tiles
- Painted over dirt and grime are subject to color weepage or blistering and peeling
- Increased VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) gases from paint fumes
- Tiles may stick to the grid and possibly break when removal is required
- Vents and intakes must still be cleaned or painted
- Increased liability risk due to ladder usage by workforce
- Ground level furniture and electronics normally must be moved for ladder access
- Unknown time frame to complete project
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TILE REPLACEMENT
Approx. 0.80¢-$5.75 (plus labour) per Sq. Ft. Dependant on quality, style and sq.footage Note: Cost estimates are based on tiles only and may not include suspension system if required
Pros
- Updated styles and colors are available
- Improved materials used to possibly increase fire resistance and sound absorption
- Specialized tiles may have humidity resistant properties
- Improves reflective light properties
Cons
- Highest capital expenditure per square foot
- May be required to replace entire tiled surface to avoid checkerboard coloring effect
- Additional cost exposure for removal and replacement labour
- Additional liability risk when workers are required to work from ladders
- Unknown down time while work is being done
- Vents and intakes must still be cleaned
Call a NanoVations Inc. representative for a free evaluation 403-605-4177
