Picking the right janitorial company will have a major impact on business productivity and occupant health--here's how.
What Should You Look For When Choosing A Commercial Cleaning Service?
- Get multiple quotes - This will help you compare prices and services from different companies.
- Check references - Ask the company for references from other businesses they have cleaned for. This will give you an idea of their quality of work.
- Ask about their cleaning process - How often will they clean your space? What areas will they clean? What cleaning products will they use?
- Ensure they are licensed and insured - This will protect you from any accidents or damage.
- Check their availability - When do they need to start cleaning? How flexible are they with their schedule?
- Ask about their pricing structure - Do they charge by the hour, square foot, or job?
- Get everything in writing - This includes the scope of work, the price, the schedule, and payment terms.
- Be clear about your expectations - What level of cleanliness do you expect? What are your specific needs?
- Follow up regularly - Check in with the company to make sure they are meeting your expectations.
- Be prepared to change companies if you are not happy with the service.
Additionally:
- Consider the size and type of your business - A small business with a few employees will have different cleaning needs than a large office building.
- Think about the specific areas of your business that need to be cleaned - Will you need the company to clean your office, breakroom, bathrooms, or all of the above?
- Ask about the company's experience in your industry - They will be more familiar with the specific cleaning needs of your business.
- Choose a company that is responsive to your needs - You should be able to contact them quickly if you have any questions or concerns.
Get multiple quotes
The cost of commercial cleaning services can vary widely.
By getting quotes from several companies, you can be sure to get the best price for the quality of service you are looking for.
Check references
A great way to get an idea of a company's reputation and the quality of their work is to hear what their current and past customers have to say about them.
When checking references, be sure to ask specific questions about the company's cleaning process, attention to detail, and overall customer service.
Ask about their cleaning process
An in-depth explanation of the company's cleaning processes will help you understand what services the company will provide and how often they will clean your space.
Be sure to ask about the specific areas of your business that will be cleaned and the types of cleaning products that will be used.
Make sure they are licensed and insured
Professional licenses and insurance policies are required to operate in most states.
Failing to ensure the outsourced service provider possesses all the requisite credentials can shift liability for damages to the property owner.
Check their availability
This is important if you have a specific schedule in mind for your cleaning services.
Be sure to ask the company when they are available to start cleaning and how flexible they are with their schedule.
Ask about their pricing structure
There are a few different ways that commercial cleaning services charge.
Some companies charge by the hour, while others charge by the square foot or by the job.
Be sure to ask the company about its pricing structure to compare costs.
Get everything in writing
This is always a good idea when hiring a contractor.
The written contract should include the scope of work, the price, the schedule, and payment terms.
Be clear about your expectations
What level of cleanliness do you expect?
What are your specific needs?
Be sure to communicate your expectations to the company so they can provide the level of service you are looking for.
Follow up regularly
Once you have hired a commercial cleaning service, it is essential to follow up regularly to ensure they meet your expectations.
Be sure to inspect the cleaned areas and report any problems to the company immediately.
Be prepared to change companies if you are not happy with the service
If you are unhappy with the service you are receiving from your commercial cleaning company, be prepared to change companies.
There are many qualified companies out there, so you should be able to find one that meets your needs.
Takeaway
A high-quality commercial cleaning company can dramatically impact overall corporate performance.
Outsourcing is a proven method for onboarding highly in-demand cleaning and sanitization services and experience for a fraction of the price of maintaining a similar service in-house.
If you would like more information regarding the effectiveness of high-performance infection prevention and control measures, or if you would like to schedule a free, no-obligation on-site assessment of your facility's custodial needs, contact us today for a free quote!
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