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Office Cleaning the Way Grandma Used to Clean

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Who doesn’t believe that every past time was better?  We hear that all the time and there is a reason for it.  In the past, when our grandparents were growing up, no one wasted money, every penny was sacred.  And this was also true when cleaning.  Grandmas cleaned the old-fashioned way, and their houses were always shiny and smelling fresh.  They learned the secret from their parents: to use natural cleaning products that were superb at getting the job done.

Back then people were smart.  They did not let others fool them to spend a fortune on toxic products that could only bring harm.  In contrast, today, we are so busy taking care of our families and earning money that we have no time to learn what is actually good for us and our kids.  The wisest thing we can do in this case is to put ourselves in the hands of professionals who do know how to clean well and safely.

A professional office cleaning service will teach you and your staff about green cleaning and how to keep your office and the environment safe.  Is your business suffering from constant leaves due to asthma, respiratory conditions, allergies, and maybe even some other life threatening illnesses in employees?  Sure it is!  And toxic cleaning products are probably to blame.  It is that serious and these are that dangerous, but the companies that produce these products will never tell you what you and everyone else are exposed to, they just care about the money they make.  It is up to you to check the ingredients they contain and their long-term effects on the body, and if you don’t have the time, which most certainly you don’t, hire a commercial cleaning service that does and cares.

Office cleaning services that choose natural products containing ingredients like baking soda, borax, cornstarch, lemon juice, mineral oil and vinegar, just like what grandma used and even made herself, know about the healthy way to clean and care for their clients enough to use products that will not harm them.  These companies go beyond cleaning, as they have a more important mission, to teach you and most importantly, show you, how much better it is to clean green.

So, go back in time, and hire a cleaning company with the principles your grandma lived by, you will never regret it and will surely live longer to enjoy a healthy planet!

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The Importance of Office Cleaning at the End of the Lease

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

Many small, and not so small, businesses find themselves in the need to move one or several times due to growth, cost savings, and other important reasons.  Once your business moves, you are looking at completely new needs and requirements for cleaning, however, before you start thinking about that, you must ensure your old premises look exactly as they did when you moved in, if not better.

Cleaning the office once the lease is over is as important as any other consideration of moving, but only a few companies care for it.  It is a vital aspect of the move, no matter how big or small your office is.

But, why exactly is that so?

First of all, because it is required.  Some businesses decide to do it themselves, but moving day is already hectic without having to take care of the cleaning part.  You must focus on packing and making sure valuable equipment and important papers are secured, so, hiring a cleaning company may be the smart way to go.  In this way, you will leave a freshly clean open space that is ready for someone else. In addition, if the office is cleaned thoroughly, you can make sure nothing is left behind, and that everything will be taken care of, as it should.

One vital aspect of success in business is leaving a good impression, and if you leave a dirty and messy office behind, everyone will eventually know about it.  Make sure your company does not have a tail to be stepped on, ensure you make the right decision in regards to every detail, including cleaning.  Protect your company’s reputation and leave the doors open for the future.

Moving is a challenge in regards to organization, and when you’re responsible for it, you must think about cleaning once everything and everyone is out.  If you want it done right, just put it in the hands of a professional office cleaning service; they will know how to comply with your lease’s demands and will ensure that your image remains impeccable, just like the space.

It is all about karma, when something is done right and in virtue of integrity and professionalism, it will come back to you many times multiplied, bringing amazing success to your door and glorious pride to your life.

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Once a Year Cleaning Jobs

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

Spring cleaning isn’t just something that homeowners need to do.  Oftentimes businesses have cleaning jobs that need only be done once or twice a year as well.  If you have a commercial cleaning company taking care of your place of business, consider asking them if they will also do this type of maintenance.  Deep cleaning jobs might include such things as steam cleaning of carpets, washing down of walls, thorough dusting of ceilings and rafters as well as complete window cleanings. Here are a few things to consider depending on the type of business you have.

A retail business should consider a deep cleaning of the premises prior to their main busy season.  This could mean at the beginning of summer, or perhaps just prior to Christmas.  You want your customers to really be able to focus on your merchandise, not cobwebs in the rafters or smears on the windows.

Similarly, a business that is fairly quiet during the winter months will want to get things spruced up before the busy summer season.  Anything that attracts tourists or the public in general should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before your customers or clients begin to arrive.  Some examples might be farmer’s markets, boarding kennels, tourist’s attractions and outdoor party facilities.  A thorough cleaning of some of these places might be too large for an individual and by outsourcing the job to a commercial cleaning company, you will be better able to focus on plans for the busy season ahead.

Even some offices such as medical buildings have different volumes of traffic through the doors at different times of the year and a deep cleaning of the carpets, furniture, doors and windows should be considered accordingly.  Although your staff and cleaning company can often handle a day to day cleaning of kitchen and bathrooms, they still require a more thorough job at least once a year.  This should include taking all appliances apart and cleaning shelves, drawers, stove elements and components, as well as a thoroughly cleaning of cupboards and pantries where any food is stored.

A larger job that should also be considered for a healthy work environment is a thorough cleaning of heating and air conditioning ducts.  There are specific companies that provide this service and if your cleaning company doesn’t, they should be able to direct you to a reputable company.  Breathing healthy air is important to everyone and the reduction of work related health issues is of the utmost importance to business owners, staff, clients and customers alike.

If you own a business of any kind be sure to consider a commercial cleaning company for some of these large jobs that should not be neglected.

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The Importance of Green Cleaning in the Office

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

Maintaining a clean office can be a tough job if not performed by expert personnel.  Until recently, cleaning companies would use common house cleaning products to wipe tables, chairs, equipment, desks, windows, and for mopping the floors.

Almost every office is in need of daily cleaning due to the level of activity that happens there, and this is a good and healthy practice, however, there is a drawback.  The most common cleaning products are made from non-recyclable resources, which although very effective, are highly toxic and capable of not only removing difficult dirt but also of affecting and altering our air and environment in a very negative way.

It is easy for offices to neglect cleaning in some level, and since most spaces are fully air-conditioned and closed, when toxic substances are applied, these remain there for hours and even days.  And guess where these substances end up… in our bodies.

Luckily, the importance of caring for our environment is being recognized worldwide today, and every day, more people are aware of the products they use and consume, including the ones used for cleaning.  This is especially important when talking about offices, because these utilize much bigger amounts of cleaning products and on a more regular basis, increasing their participation, be it negative or positive, in our environment’s current condition.

There are two serious consequences when using non-green products:

1.    Petroleum based products help consume this natural resource
2.    The toxic substances that are released into the air cause health problems, and the toxic cans are very hard to dispose of.  Most people just throw away these cans, which are not biodegradable, along with common trash; thus, toxic substances go into drains and landfills

Due to the above, more and more environmentally-minded people are turning to green cleaning options.  Going green stands for making choices to help protect our environment, and one of these choices is to use cleaning products made of renewable substances to enhance air quality and to clean in a natural way.

In support, the major cleaning brands have created non-toxic, non-corrosive, and non-petroleum green products that work great for household and office cleaning.

A professional commercial cleaning service is aware of this situation and works to be prepared to support this common wellness initiative.  They learn about green products and the environment’s needs, in addition to making it a rule to use only eco-friendly products to provide their services.

Going green brings many long term and necessary benefits.  We present ourselves as conscious individuals that respect and love our planet, and we ensure our bodies are not poisoned with toxic substances that may cause serious health problems, and even death.

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