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Is Your Janitorial Company Cutting Corners? 4 Signs to Look For!

Identifying signs of a janitorial company cutting corners often begins with subtle yet telling cues in cleaning quality. These indicators extend beyond the visible lapses. They encompass the company’s approach to high-visibility areas like entryways and bathrooms, detail-oriented spaces under furniture or in high corners, and the efficiency of their cleaning tasks. Evaluating their adherence…

Commercial Cleaning Services Costs

Commercial Cleaning Services Costs in 2023

When you purchase commercial cleaning services, it’s crucial that you know what services are actually included in the monthly rates. It could help you avoid overpaying for the services and make your budget more effective. This post discusses the sharp increase in pricing over the past few years and what you should be paying currently….

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Office Cleaning Tips for Reducing Cleaning & Maintenance Costs

To ensure your commercial building remains in optimal condition, addressing cleaning and maintenance concerns promptly is key to preventing larger problems. Establishing clear communication with your cleaning staff or vendor can streamline your building maintenance strategy. Rainbow, a leader in building maintenance, recommends these steps that they’ve been practicing for better building maintenance to ensure…

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Cost-Saving Strategies for Commercial Cleaning Services During an Economic Recession

During tough economic times, Chicago-based businesses need to keep a close eye on expenses and find ways to trim costs without hurting quality. Commercial cleaning services are one area where you can get more efficient without sacrificing cleanliness. Thoroughly assess what you currently spend on cleaning and set clear goals to reduce those costs. Make…

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Ensuring Consistent Performance from Vendors

Facility managers rely heavily on third-party vendors to deliver services like janitorial, landscaping, maintenance, and security. But when vendors underperform or prove unreliable, it wreaks havoc on operations and the tenant experience. Missed cleaning visits lead to unsanitary conditions. Lapses in outdoor work create shabby curb appeal. Deferred maintenance causes mechanical breakdowns. Lax security exposes occupants to…

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Bridging Communication Gaps with External Service Providers

Facility managers rely on several outsourced service providers to help operate buildings smoothly. Janitorial, landscaping, maintenance, and security; third-party vendors supply crucial supplementary labor and expertise. But these relationships also introduce a major risk: communication breakdown. When the facility manager and external provider don’t communicate clearly and consistently, gaps form. Misunderstandings arise. Errors go unnoticed and…