Month: July 2022

What Do Your Cleaners Wear?

The first time I was asked this question, I had to pause. It seemed like an odd question at the time. But actually, it was a great question. You see, the person who asked was a bank VP and she had an incident with a former cleaning company. The key word is former.

One night the cleaning company tripped the alarm at 3am. When she and the police showed up, the cleaning crew was there with no shirts on. When the police asked for ID’s, almost all of them didn’t have one. The police didn’t know who was there to clean or who was there to rob the bank.

I answered her question. My cleaners wear collared shirts with a blue apron with our company logo embroidered. She was pleased.

This seems like common sense but I have found that common sense is not very common. Some companies have given the industry a bad name because of reasons like the example above. In reality, there are very good cleaning companies doing very good work and have been for a long time.

I think appearance of employees also indicates what type of work will be done. I tell my team members that we need to be professional at all times in a client’s space regardless if it is 2pm or 2am. That is where people work and spend half of their waking hours (on a good day). The example above is why I decided to start a commercial cleaning company. Everything communicates and everything matters. Until next time.…

Office Cleaning – Finding the Right Service

Finding the right service provider for your business’s office cleaning needs often presents a challenge. If you are going to invest your hard-earned money in paying someone else to clean your space, you want to know that it will be done well, that the service provider will come on time, and that you will be able to open your doors in the morning to welcome clients to a clean, fresh environment. As you shop around for the right service provider, keep these guidelines in mind.

Learn About Equipment

As you interview office cleaning providers, find out about the type of equipment they use. For instance, do they have large-scale floor cleaning machines that allow them to clean your floors well in a fraction of the time it would take with a traditional mop or vacuum? Do they have buffers to take scuff marks out of tile and shampoo machines to remove stains from carpeting? The most professional companies will have excellent equipment that is in good working order.

Bathroom Services

Some of the most germ-filled areas of your building will be its restrooms. Even if they are only for employees, the nature of the room attracts germs and grime. Get details about the bathroom services offered by the company you are considering. Ask about the steps the company takes to prevent cross contamination of both germs and chemicals while they clean the restroom. Also, find out about the services offered to neutralize odors in the restroom. A clean-smelling restroom shows your customers that you care about their health while emphasizing to your employees that you want to create a safe, comfortable work environment for them. Remember, eliminating odors is not the same as covering them up. Hiring an office cleaning service that uses odor-fighting materials could potentially extend to employee morale: a clean-smelling office is a much more welcoming work environment than a foul-smelling one.

Consider Going Green

Hiring an office cleaning company that uses “green” materials and chemicals is one of the easiest ways to help your company “go green.” Reusable microfiber cloths and mop heads, for instance, cut down on the amount of waste created when your work space is cleaned, while providing excellent, if not superior, results.

Not only do green services limit the amount of waste created when your building is cleaned, but it also promotes better indoor air quality. Your customers and employees will not have to breathe in harmful chemicals and toxins just by entering your building. If you are interested in this type of benefit, seek out cleaners who offer green methods, and ask specifically about how these services compare to more traditional methods.

Guarantees

Does the office cleaning company offer any type of guarantee that its service providers will be on time? Do they provide a satisfaction guarantee? Companies who stand behind their work are the ones you want to partner with, because you know that you will get a quality product. These are the types of questions to ask to help you narrow down your search as you seek out the most professional provider to keep your work space clean, healthy, and presentable.…

Packing For a Move? Here’s 5 Easy Steps

Whenever you need to move from one home to another it can be extremely stressful. Here are some things you should know and do for successful packing.

1. Start saving boxes of all sizes to make packing much easier. A good place to obtain free boxes is at your local grocery store.

2. Collect old newspapers so you can have them on hand when you are packing items that are fragile. Store them in a dry place within your home. For even more protection, cover your fragile boxes with sheets and/or blankets. It’s even a good idea to layer towels between plates.

3. Make sure you have packaging tape on hand. It is a definite must to keep your items secure.

4. Get a black marker to mark all your boxes in order to find things easily

5. Pick a room to keep your boxes all in one place while you are packing so you whole house won’t become cluttered.

6. Always use tape on the bottoms of boxes. Mark them accordingly such as “Kitchen” or “Office.” Be sure to also mark “Fragile” on all four sides and top when appropriate.

7. Gather things that you know you won’t be using right away and pack those.

8. Gather lighter items, such as linens and small appliances and pack in big boxes. Pack smaller boxes with heavy things; i.e., books and dishes.

9. Set aside things you feel you will use within the first few days in a special box before you move. Mark boxes accordingly and make the special boxes the last you put on the truck. That way your most important things that you need to use will be easy to find.

All the info above can be so time consuming so if it’s impossible for you to handle it all on your own, consider hiring a professional moving company who does packing too. This type of company can really be a godsend when you are in the middle of such a stressful time in your life, such as moving!…

Best Ways to Use Moving Boxes and Supplies

Moving boxes and supplies are essential for moving to a new location. Moving to a new house is often stressful and difficult. A lot of planning is required to make any move successful. With a proper plan and approach having a move will be very smooth and less stressful. The turbulent economy has forced people to look into cheaper ways to have their move. Moving companies usually charge a lot for every move. So to cut costs it is best to have a self move.

Having a self move is easy if we use the right moving boxes and supplies. First thing to do is plan and have the right approach. Initially evaluate the amount of stuff you need to carry. Also you need to consider the amount of distance you need to carry the goods. Consider all these factors and put a moving budget. Make sure that the budget includes all the costs like moving truck, boxes, supplies, etc. Buy all the necessary supplies you will require to pack all your items. You may need special boxes to carry fragile items like glasses, designer clothing, suits, etc.

Moving boxes and supplies are usually made of reinforced cardboard boxes. Cardboard boxes are the best type of moving boxes for a lot of reasons. Cardboard is made of three different layers and each layer provides protection. They are made from lightweight paper and easily carry heavier weights. Cardboard boxes are found in many varieties like small, medium, large and extra-large. Specialized wardrobe boxes must be used for transporting clothing so that one can avoid causing damage to them. If you cannot afford to buy special boxes for carrying fragile items you can use regular boxes. But make sure they are reinforced from the inside using fabrics or clothing material.

Once you have got all the needed moving boxes and supplies the next step is to complete the packing. Packing must be done perfectly to avoid damage on long journeys. Hire a moving truck for transportation. Use the internet to find the best moving trucks in your area. Always try to reduce the impact of your move on the environment by buying recycled moving boxes. When you are done with the move, do not throw away these supplies. It is best to store them for future use or give it to someone else for his move.…

Why Industrial Cleanliness Is So Important

As any manager or owner of a warehouse or factory would know, industrial cleaning is as important to the running of a business as retail or office cleaning. Even though it might seem like fighting a losing battle, keeping an industrial zone clean and tidy is key to the maintenance and smooth operation of any industrial work place. A clean and tidy workshop or warehouse will make it easier to implement and maintain a good safety record. It will also help with staff morale by sending a message that management cares about the business and about the staff. This will lead to happier and more productive staff. And finally, having a well-run workshop will send a great message to customers and clients who might visit or make inspections and this is always good for business.

Safety – Industrial spaces are fraught with danger. Heavy loads, dangerous machinery and waste from manufacturing can all contribute to the hazardous nature of the industry. So having a clean and tidy working environment is an important part of keeping the area safe. Oil spills, wood or metal shavings, fuel leaks, chemical spills and rampant electrical leads are just some of the dangers workshops possess. But these are also some of the things that industrial cleaning will prevent from becoming a problem. Getting professionals in to clean up spills and keep the workshop safe will play a big part in maintaining a safe work space.

Motivation – Nothing gets staff motivated more than feeling supported by the management. A way that management can show their support and value of their people is to ensure a clean and tidy working environment. If you don’t ensure that things like bathrooms, kitchenettes and workshops aren’t clean, then what kind of message does that send to your staff? It tells them that you don’t value them enough to invest in cleanliness. It is pretty straight forward, maintaining a clean working environment is a simple way of keeping your staff motivated.

Productivity – A direct benefit of boosting morale and keeping staff motivated is an increase in productivity. Happy staff will work well. So not only does this simple method work for improving the psychological health of your staff it also will ensure that physically, they are able to work efficiently. If your workshop staff has to worry about serious cleaning issues along with their daily tasks, you will lose productivity. It is never a wise move to make your employees responsible for the cleaning duties in the workplace. It builds resentment and takes away from valuable hours that should be spent on the business.

Image – A final reason to consider investing in commercial cleaning services is the impact it will have your business’s image. When a visitor has to walk through or inspect goods in the workshop, a messy and dirty working environment will leave them thinking that this is not well run business. They will lose confidence in the ability of management and start to doubt the capabilities of the staff. Just as in any other industry, keeping the work place clean and tidy is never a waste of time or money and will always leave a good impression.…

Some Important Tips to Pack Moving Boxes While Relocating

We all are quite well aware of the importance of good packing. Whether it is the time of relocating or some other situation, properly packed goods are very important. Here are few tips to help you while packing up your goods, so that you can give professional touch to your moving boxes. It ensures you safe and secure transportation.

Professionals charge lot for packing up and moving your goods. So, it’s better to pack yourself and save on your pockets. You can save lot while cutting packing cost by packing yourself. Buy moving boxes and pack your non-breakable items separately. It includes packing handloom items, garments, books and all in separate boxes. Pack your kitchenware separately, but don’t mix breakable items with it. Take care while packing silverware and chinaware. Larger items such as furniture and electronic items can be left to be packed by hired professionals.

Always pack your heavy items in small moving boxes. Pack items in boxes that are easy to carry. Heavy items need to be packed in small boxes. Don’t try to put everything in one carton. So, while packing, take care that you pack in such a manner that boxes can be easily carried.

Pack your precious items like jewelery, cash, and photo albums and documents yourself. Don’t rely on packers and movers to do that for you.

Choose proper size and strength of carton for packing different items. You can choose different moving boxes to pack different items. There are special strong boxes for breakable items.

Don’t do anything in haste. Take your time to pack each and every of your item. You can use special moving supplies such as papers and tapes to pack your goods.

After packing on your own, you should inform movers and packers about the items that are yet to be packed.

Don’t pack any explosive and flammable item such as oil, grease, paint etc…

Disconnect all your major electric appliances. Unplug refrigerator, microwave, iron, television and all electronic items, before professionals turn up to give final touch to your packing.

Let the heavy and electronic items be packed by professionals. Don’t pack up you plants. Let it be also done by them.

Apart from the above mentioned points, if you are looking for some cost cutting, you can buy cheap moving boxes or discount moving boxes. They are little cheaper, as they are made up of recycled paper. All these tips will help you in proper packing and reducing your expenses regarding the same. Follow them and make your relocation easier for you.…