“Our floors look terrible!” This is a complaint we frequently hear from potential clients seeking our cleaning services. Alongside dirty restrooms and break rooms, nothing annoys building owners more than dull, damaged floors. This isn’t surprising when you think about it. Consider the places you visit—doctor’s offices, grocery stores, department stores, restaurants. Do you notice when the floors are shiny and clean? Do you notice when they are dull or dirty? In this article, we will discuss vinyl composite tile (VCT) flooring and how to keep it looking its best. What is VCT Flooring? Vinyl composite tiles are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) chips pressed into solid sheets through heat and pressure. While VCT surfaces feel smooth due to a

  Throughout our conversations with numerous facility managers, a common question often arises: “Are you a franchise company?” This question is frequently asked because many companies have had negative experiences with cleaning franchises. But why do these problems occur so often, and when might it make sense to use a franchise? Additionally, what are the advantages of hiring a locally owned, independent janitorial company? The Downsides of Using Janitorial FranchisesMany franchise owners enter the cleaning business because they lack the resources to start independently. Franchises provide structured systems, processes, and growth support. However, for those hiring these franchises, there are potential pitfalls:

Stained carpets? Scuffed up floors? Dirty windows? Hazy VCT? While routine janitorial services are an everyday need at your facility, there are a host of other needs related to the cleanliness and appearance. For instance, cleaning exterior windows is not something that is typically included in the regular cleaning work. But sometimes those windows, after winter weather, get dirty and smeared. To create that good first impression to customers and employees, those windows need periodic cleaning.  Some services are needed on a routine basis and are best to schedule ahead of time. For example, buffing VCT floors should be done several times throughout the year depending on foot traffic. This helps increase the shine and longevity of the floor finish.

Figuring out if your cleaning service is doing a good job isn’t always straightforward. This article will help you define what “clean” means for your organization and offer advice on how to handle situations where your cleaning company might not be meeting your expectations. Establishing Clear Expectations for Cleanliness Asking different people to define “clean” might yield as many different responses as asking them to define “beauty.” This subjective nature of cleanliness can make it difficult to set universal standards. Instead of relying solely on personal perceptions of clean, it’s more effective to develop a comprehensive scope of work. This should clearly list the specific cleaning tasks required in each area of your facility, along with how frequently each task