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How to Care for Cleaning Tools and EquipmentIt's also the cleaning technicians job to make sure all cleaning tools and equipment are maintained and ready for use for the next shift. Ensuring that company tools and equipment are cared for and maintained correctly, makes for happy and safe cleaning technicians....
How to Service Restroom DispensersA daily task on most janitorial specifications lists is to service the restroom dispensers. Seems like a pretty easy task doesn't it? You'd be surprised at how many cleaning workers have not been trained on the proper way to refill dispensers....
When is it Time to Buy an Autoscrubber for Your Cleaning Business?If your cleaning business has buildings with large areas of hard floor space to maintain you'll need an efficient machine - an autoscrubber - to tackle the job timely and efficiently. Autoscrubbers come with all kinds of bells and whistles - and of course the more features you add, the higher the price tag. So how do you know what you need in an autoscrubber?...
Microfiber Mopping Systems: Safety and Economics Win Out Over TraditionMicrofiber mopping systems are becoming more widely used in homes due to the ease of use and better cleaning performance. Why are cleaning companies choosing microfiber mopping systems over traditional mops and methods - like scrubbing on hands and knees? There are a variety of economic and safety reasons for the switch....
Cleaning with Hydrogen PeroxideHydrogen peroxide - also referred to as H2O2 -- is simply a combination of water and oxygen. It is not only an extremely effective multi-purpose cleaner, but has become a favorite choice among many commercial cleaning businesses for its "environmental friendliness." Manufacturers, recognizing the growing interest in less toxic and "greener" products have flooded the markets with oxygenated cleaners. And the response has been very positive....
Where Should You Buy Your Cleaning Supplies?From cleaning chemicals to microfiber cloths to mop buckets, you need supplies and equipment to clean your customer's locations. But is there a "one-stop shop" that will best suit the needs of your commercial cleaning company? There are plenty of options available and the decision can sometimes be overwhelming. You can buy supplies from janitorial distributors, big box stores, on-line stores, local retailers or even buying groups. Here are the most popular sources we have found our members use and we have included a few highlights (or lowlights) of what each of these sources has to offer....
How Clean is Your Janitor Closet?How Clean is Your Supply Closet? It's not only a place to store supplies, but can reveal some interesting details about your cleaners. An efficient and organized cleaning technician will, in most cases, have an orderly and tidy closet and vice versa....
How to Extend the Life of Your Vacuum CleanerAs cleaning business owners, we've all had an employee at one time or another call to say their vacuum cleaner doesn't work, it doesn't have any suction, or it smells. Upon inspection, you find that there is nothing actually wrong with the vacuum. The Perpetrator? Cleaning technicians not properly trained on the use and maintenance of the vacuum....
Use Propane Hard Floor Equipment SafelyUsing propane floor machines for hard floor maintenance is a big time-saver and reduces seemingly impossible floor maintenance chores into manageable tasks. But these machines can also be dangerous if not used and maintained correctly....
Did you know that you get what you pay for when it comes to floor pads? It's easy to assume that if you buy your floor pads from your janitorial supplier, that you'll be getting good quality pads. But there are so many manufacturers now, that you need to do your homework to make sure you're getting quality made floor pads....
Floor Stripper and Floor Finish BasicsIf you'd like to offer floor care services for resilient tile in your cleaning business, you need to know some of the terminology in order to understand how the chemicals work. It's also important to know the differences between floor strippers and floor finishes....
Janitor Closets: Safe, Clean, OrganizedWhat do you think is the most overlooked and often ignored area of your customers building? Is it stairwells, entrances, elevators? Here's a hint; it's the area that is most visited by your cleaning technicians. It's the janitor's closet! I cannot begin to tell you how many times during a routine inspection, that I have found the closet- to be an absolute mess....
Mobile Pressure Power Wash Price SurveyIf you've ever thought about offering pressure washing services, then you need to read this article. Not only does it list prices for a multitude of mobile pressure washing services, but it offers great advice on everything from how to get the job to how to charge for travel time and expense....
Unraveling the Mysteries of Vapor Steam CleaningWith the continued interest in green cleaning, the investment in a steam vapor system is one way to decrease the use of chemicals while still ensuring that you have a high degree of cleanliness. New technologies can be tough to incorporate into your existing cleaning protocol, but a steam vapor cleaning system can be an easy and profitable adjustment for your commercial cleaning company....
If you're a professional cleaner, you've likely used the following types of cleaners. Here are the most common types of cleaners you'll use and what you need to know about each....
Whether you clean residential homes or office buildings, chances are you've had to clean solid surface countertops made of DuPont™ Corian®. Your customers have invested a lot of money in their countertops, so you want to make sure you're cleaning them according to the manufacturer's directions. Here are some tips for the care and cleaning of Corian countertops...
