Many janitorial contracts are built around the assumption that every part of a building gets used the same way. The proposal might call for daily cleaning throughout the entire facility—from the lobby that sees hundreds of people each day to the back storage room that’s opened only occasionally. But in reality, building traffic is far from
How to Make Sense of Cleaning Proposals That Don’t Line Up You send out a request for janitorial quotes and the results are all over the map — maybe $5,500 from one company, $8,500 from another, and a third lands somewhere in between. All of them visited your facility, reviewed the same cleaning tasks, and had
If you’re regularly checking the supply closet, answering complaints about dirty floors, or wondering if the bathrooms were cleaned, you’re doing more than you should. You weren’t hired to supervise the cleaning team — but it may feel like it lately. This happens to many office and facility managers. Over time, they start picking up the
It’s not high-tech tools or slick branding—it’s reliability and ease. Facility managers carry a heavy load. They’re responsible for everything from building maintenance and vendor relationships to keeping tenants or employees satisfied. With so many responsibilities, they don’t need cleaning problems piling on. But when janitorial work is done poorly, it quickly becomes their problem. When
If your floors are starting to lose their shine, you’re not alone. One of the most common complaints we hear from building managers is that their floors look dull, scratched, or dirty—even after regular cleaning. Vinyl composite tile (VCT) is a popular choice in commercial buildings because it’s affordable and durable. But like anything that sees
To Use A Franchise Or Not To Use A Franchise: That Is The Question With apologies to Shakespeare, the classic question gets a modern twist: should your business hire a janitorial franchise, or is an independent cleaning company the better bet? It’s a common dilemma for facility managers and business owners alike. Many have had disappointing
Try this exercise: the next time you walk into your facility, look around as if you’ve never been in the building before. Overall, things may seem neat and clean, but take a closer look. See any stained carpets? Scuffed-up floors? Dirty windows? Hazy VCT? While regular janitorial services keep your facility clean day-to-day, you also need
Cleanliness isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept. What seems spotless to one person might not meet the standards of another. If you asked ten different people to define “clean,” you’d likely hear ten different answers. Because cleanliness is subjective, it can be difficult to determine if your janitorial service is meeting expectations. The key is to set clear
Have you ever purchased something because of its low price, only to realize later that an important feature was missing? The same thing can happen when you’re reviewing cleaning proposals. A quote that seems like a bargain may be leaving out key services or details that are essential for properly maintaining your facility. To make the
Balancing cleaning costs with maintaining a spotless facility can be a delicate act. Spending too much on cleaning services strains your budget, while cutting corners can lead to subpar results. The challenge is to find a way to keep your facility clean without overpaying for unnecessary services. Reevaluate the Cleaning Schedule: Labor costs make up about