Finding
the Best Janitorial Services for Your Company
A
great cleaning company should do more than simply tidy up surfaces and take out
the trash—they should be properly disinfecting all surfaces to prevent the
spread of bacteria and other harmful microorganisms. Anyone can take a cloth
and wipe down a surface but it takes an expert to understand proper cleaning
procedures, from cleaning cloths to cleansers. If you’ve been unhappy with your
current cleaning service, it may be time for a change.
There
are signs that your current cleaning company isn’t doing a good job. Most
people aren’t fooled by an empty trash can, or what appears to be a clean
kitchen countertop. It will require further inspection to find the truth.
If
there have been a lot of stomach bugs going around the office, this is an
indication that desks, counter tops, and the bathroom may not be properly
sterilized and disinfected. Simply taking a rag and making a surface look clean
isn’t enough to kill harmful bacteria. The next time an employee touches a
faucet or a light switch could be the time when they pick up the latest virus
going around.
It’s
disgusting to think about, but many cleaning companies reuse the same cleaning
cloths and sponges that they used to clean the previous business, but they
never soak them in disinfectant or wash them between these cleaning jobs.
Sick
employees cost your company time and money. It’s beneficial to spend more money
to hire proper janitorial services who will spend the time needed to get your business
clean.
Another
sign that your cleaning company isn’t doing its job is how long they spend in
your office. If you’re uncertain, ask them. Are they only spending an hour? Can
you clean your home in an hour? Probably not. They may be rushing to try and
complete their tasks within the allotted time, and may have several businesses
that they need to clean in one day.
Get
down on hands and knees and check out the floor. The places to check are right
against the baseboards. Have the baseboards been wiped down too, or are they
dirty? Is there dirt accumulated along the edges? These are common regions that
are often neglected by a poor cleaner.
Most
cleaning companies are allotted extra time to tackle small tasks that need to
be done once a month, such as wiping down cupboards, or cleaning under the
fridge. If you find that your cleaning company is not going beyond what they
should be doing, then it may be time to find a company that is more
detail-oriented. These tasks may require an additional fee, but they should be
scheduled in. To have a cleaning company completely ignore these details, or
even discuss with the company manager can be signs of neglect.
If
you’re dissatisfied with your current cleaning service, please reach out to us
to find out how A1 Cleaning in San Jose can help to create the clean, sanitary
environment that you expect for your business.
