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November 9, 2011
According to the study, “Janitorial Equipment and Supplies,” from the Cleveland-based research firm The Freedonia Group, Inc., US demand for janitorial equipment and supplies is expected to advance due to stronger growth. Reasons include: declining price increases, new product development, better ergonomic designs and growing floor space in some building markets.
Manual products are expected to have higher sales through 2013 due to product innovation. Disinfecting wipes are expected to have the highest increase in sales followed by backpack vacuums, floor machines, dust pans and mop wringers.
An increase in institutional floor space makes it the leader in growth and market gains. With concerns regarding air quality in schools and healthcare facilities, janitorial equipment should see a strong increase in supply and demand in the near future.
Contract cleaners are expected to be in higher demand due to businesses wanting to reduce overhead by not using in-house cleaners. Thus janitorial equipment and supplies should see a steady increase in growth because of supply and demand.
“While all markets are expected to increasingly use outsourced cleaning services to varying degrees, office buildings will remain the largest market for janitorial equipment and supplies by contract cleaners through 2013,” according Freedonia’s research study, Janitorial Equipment & Supplies.
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November 3, 2011
Is your public or employee only restroom all that it can be? Have you received complaints from customers or just want to make sure that you never do? There are steps you can take to ensure your restrooms are up to par.
1. Preparation: Make a list! What needs to be cleaned? Is your supply closet well stocked? Do you have the proper equipment? Take stock and stick to your list and plan ahead.
2. Disinfect: Most fixtures in any restroom require disinfecting, such as toilets, urinals, sinks and counters. Make sure to wear gloves and even safety glasses if needed to avoid the harsh chemicals irritating skin and eyes. One thing many people don’t do because of time constraints is to allow the disinfectant to soak in, but with the right plan it can be done without adding extra time.
3. Restock: Paper towels, toilet paper, seat covers and soap should be checked on a regular basis and eventually you will know how often to replace each of them. It’s a good idea to keep some on hand just in case though.
4. Trash: There will always be waste to be emptied in a restroom. Make sure you have liners on hand and make sure they are the right size. There’s no reason to spend more money on larger bags if your receptacles call for smaller ones.
5. Dusting: Look up…are there cobwebs in the ceiling corners? Any dirty ceiling fans? These are chores that don’t necessarily need to be done daily, but should definitely be checked on a regular basis.
6. Floors: Sweep and mop floors on a daily basis if possible, especially in heavy traffic public restrooms.
7. Mirrors: Cleaning should start in one corner and move from right to left. Using a circular motion while cleaning will help prevent smudges or streaks.
8. Walls: Inspect all walls and /or partitions and spot clean as needed.
9. Caution Sign: Makes sure to put up a yellow caution sign while cleaning if the door cannot be locked. There is no reason to take a chance on someone slipping and falling. Safety first!
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October 27, 2011
Is your business in need of a commercial cleaning service? Many will answer, no I can handle it myself. If your place of business is a small space this may be true, but do you enjoy spending the time cleaning after working all day? Or coming in on your day off? Do you put off the cleaning a little too long or do a quick pick-up so that dirt and grime accumulate?
The best way to rid yourself of the cleaning dilemma is to hire outside help. This may seem daunting at first, letting strangers into your place of business, but the following list of questions may help put your mind at ease.
1. Is the cleaning company bonded and insured? This assures you that if anything gets damaged or goes missing it will be taken care of. For even more peace of mind keep valuables in a safe or a locked room.
2. Who will be cleaning your facility? Always do a little bit of homework and use the internet to research the company or even ask around. Also, it’s a good idea to meet the crew that will be trusted with your business every night.
3. Who is in charge of supplies and equipment? Do you have your own equipment that the cleaning crew will be allowed to use or are they responsible for bringing the necessary tools with them? Knowing the answer to this question will help with deciding if the price quote is reasonable enough for you also.
4. What do you require of a cleaning crew? What services will they be providing? It is very important to meet with a representative of the janitorial company for a walkthrough of your facility. This will allow you to explain exactly what your needs are and what is to be expected of the cleaning crew.
5. Is the fee affordable? This is probably the most important question, since most everyone is on a budget of some kind these days. But also remember the value of your time and factor that into the cost as well.
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October 24, 2011
Some people think that the broom’s time has passed and that a vacuum is perfectly capable of taking it’s place. But…what if you were short on time and didn’t want to lug out the vacuum cleaner? Or what if you had no electricity? Hmmm, good ole broom to the rescue!
So, which broom is right for your floors? There are several different sizes and materials such as corn and up-right brooms, a floor brush and a street or heavy duty broom.
The most common of brooms is the up-right and the corn bristle. The corn bristled ones are great for removing dust or sweeping a concrete floor. You can also use an up-right broom with plastic bristles that are usually angled and very easy to use.
If you are sweeping larger areas like hallways or need to clean a spill or scrub, a floor brush or push broom will get the job done nicely. If you need to sweep outside like the garage or a street, use a street broom or a heavy duty broom.
So if you’re in need of a quick clean-up and don’t want to bother with long cords and using electricity, opt for the common ole broom and dustpan.
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October 21, 2011
Cleaning is a part of most everyone’s daily routine, whether you do it yourself or use a janitorial service. Knowing which type of equipment should be used to clean certain surfaces can help prevent a bigger mess and also shorten the time it takes to do it.
First you must identify the different surfaces in your home or office. Do you have carpeted or hardwood floors or both? Don’t forget tiles in the bathroom, windows and even sometimes concrete.
When it comes to carpeted areas a vacuum is the obvious choice, it picks up daily dirt and debris with ease. At times though a deep clean is required and then it’s time to breakout the steam cleaner for tough stains and set-in dirt.
A normal stand-up broom can be used to clean hardwood floors, it’s a quick way to remove dust, dirt and cobwebs. If the area is large try using a push broom. A floor polisher is a great tool when you want to strip your floor and make it nice and shiny and new looking. You can even run a vacuum over hardwood as well as a mop for quick clean-ups.
Bathroom tiles can be cleaned using mops, stand-up brooms and/or push brooms. A sponge and the right disinfecting cleaner can be used for sinks and toilets.
The best tools for cleaning windows include a pressure washer, squeegees or rubber brushes. A scraper and/or blade will come in handy for getting rid of dried bird droppings. If you have higher windows, consider hiring a professional with the right tools to prevent any accidents.
If you have any concrete flooring, a push broom, heavy duty broom or burnisher can be used.
Feel free to experiment with diferent tools on different surfaces, just taking care that they will not make any scratches or do any damage.
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October 18, 2011
Many cleaning contractors make use of a commercial carpet cleaner for more efficient cleaning in office complexes or hotels. Many buildings have hundreds of square feet of carpeting throughout and a low end carpet cleaning machine breaks down frequently and cannot run hour after hour like commercial ones can.
Some commercial carpet cleaners can reach temperatures of 210 degrees and pressure levels up to 500 psi, a residential cleaner just can’t compete with that. Nor can it handle the chemicals and dirt that a commercial cleaner stands up to daily.
Another advantage to using a commercial carpet cleaner is uninterrupted operation. With the possibility of a 17 gallon tank, refilling is not an issue, also, heating the water can be done in as little as five minutes with some machines.
As we all know, water should not be wasted. By utilizing a commercial carpet cleaner, extractors should be set to low flow and thus using less water. Also, when using less water the carpet will dry faster, which helps to eliminate problems with mold and pests.
Another great advantage to using a commercial carpet cleaner is the fact that it can also clean rugs and upholstery. Just make sure you have the correct attachments and that they are stainless steel, which is more durable.
Call Allstar Commercial Cleaning for a free quote in San Diego today at (858) 715-0500. No restaurant, office complex, hotel or warehouse is too large for us!
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