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Facility Managers Are Really Looking for in a Cleaning Company
It’s not the equipment or the marketing—it’s peace of mind. Facility managers are pulled in a hundred directions every day. They’re in charge of making sure buildings run efficiently, tenants or employees are happy, and systems are...
Want Floors That Shine? Here’s How to Keep Your VCT Looking Great
Have you ever walked into a building and noticed how clean and shiny the floors are? Floors that sparkle leave a strong first impression—they show that a business cares about cleanliness and professionalism. But many buildings have floors...
To Hire a Janitorial Franchise or Not?
With a nod to Shakespeare, the question of whether to use a franchise cleaning service or go with an independent janitorial company is one that many businesses face. If you’ve had a bad experience with a cleaning franchise in the past,...
Special Cleaning Projects: Carpets, Hard Floors, Windows, and More
Try this exercise: the next time you walk into your facility, look around as if you’ve never been in the building before. Overall, things may seem neat and clean, but take a closer look. See any stained carpets? Scuffed-up floors?...
What Does “Clean” Mean to You?
Cleanliness, like beauty, is subjective—it’s all in the eye of the beholder. If you asked ten people what "clean" means, you'd likely get ten different answers. This variability can make it tricky to determine if your cleaning service is...
How to Evaluate the Best Janitorial Proposal
How to Evaluate the Best Janitorial Proposal Do you remember buying something that seemed like a fantastic deal, only to discover later that it lacked a crucial feature or didn’t work as expected? The same principle often applies to...
How to Lower Janitorial Costs: Two Smart Strategies
Balancing your business expenses can feel like walking a tightrope. Lean too far one way, and the quality of service may drop; too far the other, and expenses can skyrocket. This balancing act is particularly evident when...
Can Your New Cleaning Company Start Tomorrow?
Toilet paper is one of those little things that you don’t notice—until it’s gone. Think about it: if there’s no toilet paper in your facility, your team members will eventually find a job where they can, you know, use the bathroom. Now,...
It’s Not You, It’s Me: Why Janitorial Pricing Shouldn’t Be a Mystery
Remember that breakup where someone said, "It's not you – it's me," in a clumsy attempt to soften the blow? (Or maybe you were the one saying it.) They might have had a point. Sometimes, two people just aren’t a good fit because their...
How to Terminate Your Cleaning Service Contract
Are you unhappy with the performance of your current cleaning company? Do you want to end your contract with them and find a better option? If you're in this situation, you probably have some worries...
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Facility Managers Are Really Looking for in a Cleaning Company
It’s not the equipment or the marketing—it’s peace of mind. Facility managers are pulled in a hundred directions every day. They’re in charge of making sure buildings run efficiently, tenants or employees are happy, and systems are working as they should. They juggle...
Want Floors That Shine? Here’s How to Keep Your VCT Looking Great
Have you ever walked into a building and noticed how clean and shiny the floors are? Floors that sparkle leave a strong first impression—they show that a business cares about cleanliness and professionalism. But many buildings have floors that look dull, scratched, or...
To Hire a Janitorial Franchise or Not?
With a nod to Shakespeare, the question of whether to use a franchise cleaning service or go with an independent janitorial company is one that many businesses face. If you’ve had a bad experience with a cleaning franchise in the past, you might be hesitant to try...
Special Cleaning Projects: Carpets, Hard Floors, Windows, and More
Try this exercise: the next time you walk into your facility, look around as if you’ve never been in the building before. Overall, things may seem neat and clean, but take a closer look. See any stained carpets? Scuffed-up floors? Dirty windows? Hazy VCT? While...
What Does “Clean” Mean to You?
Cleanliness, like beauty, is subjective—it’s all in the eye of the beholder. If you asked ten people what "clean" means, you'd likely get ten different answers. This variability can make it tricky to determine if your cleaning service is meeting your expectations. To...
How to Evaluate the Best Janitorial Proposal
How to Evaluate the Best Janitorial Proposal Do you remember buying something that seemed like a fantastic deal, only to discover later that it lacked a crucial feature or didn’t work as expected? The same principle often applies to commercial cleaning services. A...
How to Lower Janitorial Costs: Two Smart Strategies
Balancing your business expenses can feel like walking a tightrope. Lean too far one way, and the quality of service may drop; too far the other, and expenses can skyrocket. This balancing act is particularly evident when managing your cleaning services....
Can Your New Cleaning Company Start Tomorrow?
Toilet paper is one of those little things that you don’t notice—until it’s gone. Think about it: if there’s no toilet paper in your facility, your team members will eventually find a job where they can, you know, use the bathroom. Now, this may not be your fault....
It’s Not You, It’s Me: Why Janitorial Pricing Shouldn’t Be a Mystery
Remember that breakup where someone said, "It's not you – it's me," in a clumsy attempt to soften the blow? (Or maybe you were the one saying it.) They might have had a point. Sometimes, two people just aren’t a good fit because their expectations don’t align. This...
How to Terminate Your Cleaning Service Contract
Are you unhappy with the performance of your current cleaning company? Do you want to end your contract with them and find a better option? If you're in this situation, you probably have some worries and questions. What if the...