A clean, hygienic, and well-maintained office is not only more pleasant for employees and customers alike, but it can also help to improve productivity and morale. In addition, a clean office can make a good first impression on potential clients and partners.
Commercial cleaning services are essential for businesses of all dynamics & sizes.
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There are many commercial cleaning companies out there, so how do you choose the right one for your business? Here are some things to consider:
What kind of services do you need?
Choose what kind of service(s) your site/ facility requires and the frequency you would like. Eg; Office cleaning is generally done daily Mon-Fri after hours and the service includes generic tasks such as dusting, wiping, vacuuming, mopping floors, taking out the trash, sanitising workstations, touchpoints also cleaning kitchens & bathrooms.
Ask questions as some commercial cleaning companies also offer additional services such as Deep cleaning, Bio-cleaning, Window washing, Carpet treatments, Pressure cleaning, Consumable supply, Waste management, Hygiene services, Pest control to name a few.
Site Awareness!
The size & layout and often the number of bathrooms, kitchens along with the type of fixtures & floor coverings in each area will determine just how many hours of cleaning you will need each service, this is handy to mention when engaging with a new commercial cleaner as it will help them to understand & be better prepared prior to their site assessment.
What is your budget?
Commercial cleaning services can range quite a bit in price, so it’s very important to know what your budget is before you start talking to anyone. Try to find a company that is willing to work hard to ensure they can provide a safe & professional service, covering everything required that also aligns with your budget or as close to as possible.
Do you have any special requirements?
Generally, cleaning scopes are quite general & generic, If you have any specific requests or needs, be sure to communicate these with any potential commercial cleaning companies you engage with as they may not always be able to accommodate, save time ask first.
What to Look For when selecting a Commercial Cleaning Company
Commercial cleaning services can be vital to the success of your business. Taking the time to research and find the right commercial cleaning company for your business will always pay off in the long run.
It’s important to find a reliable and trustworthy company that can provide all the services you require so you can focus on your core business.
Here are some tips on how to find the best commercial cleaning provider for your needs.
When searching for a commercial cleaning professional, it’s important to consider the size of the company and the experience they have with the type of cleaning you require. You also want to make sure the company is large enough to handle your specific needs but small enough to provide high-level customer service & communication which is sometimes overlooked when a business expands and grows too large.
Additionally, you’ll want to consider how long the company has been in business as most of the time an experienced company will likely have better resources and be more reliable in the long term.
Ask for references
Ask for references from the company. Like a job interview, this will allow you to speak with other businesses that have previously or still are using their services to get a real sense of what they are like as a provider and how they may suit your business if you decide to use their services.
Compliance
Compliance is a very integral part of any business, a company that holds this in high regard is naturally going to have superior levels of the process, procedure, training, communication, customer service & environmental awareness. Make sure that the commercial cleaning company has their current ISO accreditations or best practice equivalents as this will ensure your provider already has their own internal compliance systems in place meaning you won’t have to micromanage them or worry about whether their staff on site are trained, vetted and equipped to do the work safely & professionally ultimately making your dealings with them a more pleasant experience and more likely to be a long term working relationship.
Lastly, once you have selected a company to offer their services make sure you get a formal quotation or proposal and that it covers absolutely everything you have discussed & requested including the scope of services, inclusions in the pricings, frequency of services, current insurance certificates & terms of the contract.
