You know how critical clean floors are to your business’ success, so you know you need to find a cleaning company to take care of them. But beware! Not all cleaning companies are the same. If you choose the wrong company, you may end up with a mess far beyond something as simple to deal with as dirty floors.
Staying away from the following mistakes can save you time, money and a lot of hassle:
When it comes to office cleaning companies, the adage is true: you get what you pay for. Of course, you need to find service within your budget, but going with the cheapest company could end up costing you more. Cheap cleaning almost always comes at the price of quality. Companies willing to clean your floors as cheaply as possible will cut corners, use the wrong products (which may damage you floors or create compliance issues with regulatory agencies) or just plain do a poor job.
You make sure your business has the proper licenses and credentials because they tell potential customers that your business is legitimate and will do the job properly. The same should be true for any office cleaning company you hire. Make sure the company has the relevant:
Any company that fails to have these ready and available to show you isn’t the best choice to keep your office space in top shape. And a company without liability insurance can leave you in the hole for thousands of dollars if something goes wrong.
Every company has a niche, cleaning companies included. Some companies specialize in home cleaning while others commercial cleaning. Commercial cleaning companies may further specialize in hotel flooring, restaurant flooring, industrial flooring, etc. Finding the cleaning company that specializes in the type of flooring you need will help ensure they can maintain your floors to your industry standard.
A face-to-face walkthrough with a possible office cleaning company gives you the opportunity to learn things about their business that they can’t or won’t tell you. For instance:
Go with your instincts; if someone doesn’t feel right, they probably won’t be the company for you.
Asking questions can help ensure you hire the right cleaning service for your business, and questions you absolutely should ask include:
Don’t settle. Find a cleaning company that offers the answers you need.
At Maintenance Service Systems, Inc., we always ensure your property is in good hands—and we’re happy to answer any questions you have! We have provided the Albuquerque area with professional cleaning services since 1951. Our family-owned and operated business provides the highest level of service at a competitive price. Contact us today for a quote.
