A Cleaner Business: Your Guide to Selecting the Perfect Janitorial Service
Did you know that, following COVID-19, 89.9% of office employees believe workplace cleaning protocols are very or somewhat important? Simply put, when it comes to maintaining a successful business, cleanliness matters as much as any other element of success.
From helping to create an inviting office space to the sanitary conditions that allow your customers and colleagues to feel comfortable and safe, ensuring your working environment is sparkling should be at the top of your priorities.
But when there’s already so much on your plate, how can you find the time or energy to source a quality janitorial service? Let us take you on an adventure full of key insights into creating a cleaner business with just a few simple steps!
The Importance of Office Cleaning
Keeping your office tidy boosts not only morale but also employees’ productivity. A spotless and organized environment creates a sense of pride in the workspace and allows each employee to work without feeling overwhelmed or distracted.
Additionally, a clean office is crucial to making a good first impression when meeting clients or other professionals. In fact, having a clean office space can lead to improved profits. One study found that untidy office spaces cost businesses $2.5 million annually.
And, as you likely know, this is more important now than ever in the post-pandemic age. The regular use of wipes, sanitizers, and other cleaning products can help reduce the spread of viruses throughout your organization, maximizing the safety and well-being of your staff.
The bottom line? Office cleanliness is essential for a productive working environment and a positive external reputation.
Professional Cleaning Services: What Are Your Options?
Now that we’ve (hopefully) convinced you of the benefits of professional cleaning services, it’s time to explore your options. We often find this is where most businesses get confused. After all, you’ve got several janitorial services to choose from.
Each professional cleaning company will offer something different. For example, our services use specialized eco-friendly products. We also tailor our procedures to your business needs. However, that’s not the case everywhere you go.
To help you narrow down your options, here are four great custodial services to consider.
Ongoing Janitorial Services
Keeping an office constantly clean and presentable can be challenging. This is especially true for larger offices with hundreds of employees. It’s difficult to wipe down surfaces and clean the floors daily, let alone deep clean the entire office regularly.
That’s where ongoing janitorial services can help. With ongoing services, there’s no need to worry about organizing or booking cleaning sessions. The cleaning team will provide continuous cleaning solutions to keep your spaces sparkling.
What’s included in ongoing janitorial services? At Greenr Cleanr, we offer everything from a day porter and supply restocking to restroom sanitation and recycling. However, if you need something else as part of ongoing services, ask!
Periodic Facility Maintenance
What if you don’t need ongoing services? That’s okay. However, you likely need to invest in office cleaning services quarterly (at a minimum). When it’s time to clean your office, put your trust in a company that can care for your needs, from deep-cleaning floor maintenance to pressure washing and day porter services.
At Greenr Cleanr, we offer periodic facility maintenance services that can help keep your facility running smoothly. Depending on the type of service you need, we can schedule this periodic maintenance weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually. In some cases, our clients find they only need it once every few years.
Electrostatic Disinfection
Disinfecting surfaces is more important now than ever. That’s why many businesses are investing in electrostatic disinfection.
Electrostatic disinfection is a revolutionary way to quickly and easily sanitize office workspaces. We use a special sprayer and electrostatically charged solution to disinfect surfaces properly. This offers one of the widest coverages imaginable. Yes, we’re even able to get into the nooks and crannies where germs and bacteria hide.
Overall, electrostatic disinfection provides wide coverage and minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for routine office sanitation.
Office Reopening
Finally, you might be considering reopening your office after a few years of remote work. We understand how difficult that can be. Depending on your industry, you might face a new standard of cleaning that has to follow guidelines from the CDC.
While the process might seem stressful initially, you don’t have to do it alone. We understand the environment you’re working in and your business needs. Our services are designed to help you meet quality control standards. However, our office reopening services take it all to another level.
We offer services that include:
Sanitation and disinfection
Mold and moisture detection
Waste and recycling services
Maintenance services
With our help, you can feel confident that your workplace is up to date on safety standards. Rest assured, you’ll be ready to welcome customers and employees through your doors safely again.
How to Choose the Right Custodial Service
As you can see, janitorial services come in all shapes and sizes. So we know it’s easy to feel intimidated by the selection process. However, there are some basic criteria you should use to help narrow down your selection.
Understand Your Cleaning Needs
Without understanding your business needs, there’s no real way to decide which custodial service works best for you. Consider which areas are most important to you. Likewise, consider how you might benefit the most from cleaning services and focus on those areas of concern first.
Having a clear idea of your organization’s custodial needs also makes it easier and faster for a custodial partner to implement an effective plan. In our case, it allows us to help create a balanced cleaning schedule that helps you ensure optimal cleanliness and efficiency.
Create an Office Cleaning Budget
After you know what you need, create an office cleaning budget. This will help you narrow down professional cleaning companies and services. Ask questions like the following:
Do they offer flexible hours and scheduling options?
Are they reliable companies that will consistently clean up to your standards?
What’s included in the price of each service?
How often will you have to pay?
Additionally, set realistic expectations regarding costs and scheduling. Understand what’s included and what’s not so you can manage those expectations.
What to Look for When Choosing a Janitorial Service
Whether you want your office or facility cleaned regularly or need a one-time deep clean, it’s important to ensure you’re getting the most for your money. Now that you’ve narrowed down your service options, here’s what to look for when choosing the best cleaning company.
Reputation
A company with a good reputation will likely deliver high-quality results and trustworthy customer service you can count on. This means they will be professional and upfront about any rates or fees and the services provided.
Lucky for you, it’s easy to research the reputation of any potential cleaning service these days. Read online reviews (Google and Facebook are great places to start) or ask others for recommendations. It’s also helpful to consider the company’s presence in the local community.
Experience
An experienced team will be more detailed in their approach to office cleaning. They’ll take the time to check that every area of your office is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. And in the long run, this provides you with peace of mind.
You’ll be able to rest easy knowing they have the skills and knowledge gained over the years to get the job done right. It’s also likely that experienced cleaners will be faster, so they’ll be able to complete cleaning processes faster. This reduces the time they spend in the office (which is great for reducing employee distractions).
Licensing & Insurance
Proper accreditation is essential if you want to be 100% certain that your office, employee belongings, and safety are taken care of. After all, who likes the feeling of getting scammed or not being adequately protected?
Insurance provides peace of mind if something goes wrong during the cleaning process. It can sometimes protect you financially and legally should any issues arise. More than that, though, it demonstrates that the cleaning company is serious and professional.
Work With Greenr Cleanr
Our company has over a decade of professional cleaning experience, so no challenge is too big to overcome. We work with your team to build a custom cleaning program that fits your needs.
Our staff of experienced professionals is dedicated to making sure that your space not only looks great but stays fresh and clean for months to come.
If you’re interested in a janitorial service or one of our office cleaning solutions, contact us today for a free quote.