Cleaning

Our Goal

To use products that clean without harming human health--of our customers or our employees--while reducing environmental impacts. Packaging, production methods, emissions, and disposal are some of the many factors we, through Green Seal, EcoLogo and EPA DfE, review before choosing our cleaners.

Exceeding LEED Standards

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In order to meet the highest LEED certification for building maintenance, institutions must spend at least 60% of their budget on Green Seal Certified cleaners. We have exceeded this criteria in every year since we began tracking in 2013/2014. During the most current year, 2018/2019, we spent 76% of eligible purchases on "green cleaners."

Appalachian State University's Building Environmental Services provides a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors by using the most efficient, sustainable, and cost effective equipment, training, and methods.

Dehumidifiers

Enter a request for a dehumidifer

Daily Usage Rates
Dehumidifier Usage Rates
Daily:  $41.25
Weekly: $112.50
Monthly: $262.50

Recycling, Compost, & Trash

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What's Recyclable?

View the University Sustainability Recycling Guide to learn what items are accepted for mixed recycling, what items are not accepted for mixed recycling and other special recycling that's available on campus.

What's Compostable?

Learn about compost collection sites and compostable items on the University Sustainability Campus Composting Information.

Confidential Documents

  • Confidential bins with locked tops are provided to your department upon request for free.
  • A $43 fee is charged each time we collect a 64-gallon confidential bin.
  • Advance scheduling for pickups is required.
  • To request a confidential bin delivery or pickup, enter an AiM Work Order.

Signage

  • Interior
  • Exterior
  • Temporary

For interior or exterior signage needs contact our Interior Designer at Planning, Design, & Construction at 828-262-7195.

Interior Design

  • Paint
  • Carpet

For paint or carpet needs, contact our Interior Designer at Planning, Design, & Construction at 828-262-7195.

Vehicle Rentals

Motor Pool keeps a fleet of vehicles available for use by faculty and staff traveling on university business.