Cleaning Industry Blog
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5 Ways Technology Has Revolutionized the Janitorial Industry (Part 3)
Over the last two weeks, we have discussed ways that technology has begun revolutionizing the traditional janitorial business, including new ways to present a positive first impression and tech-savvy ways to support your efforts to maintain...
5 Ways Technology Has Revolutionized the Janitorial Industry (Part 2)
Last week, we started looking at how technology has revolutionized the janitorial business by making it easier for new customers to discover your business and to see what you have to offer… even before ever meeting you! Today’s prospective...
How to Write the Best Janitorial Manager Job Description
Hire the Most Competent Team with This Template It’s finally happened. Your cleaning business has grown beyond your capacity, and the time has come to hire someone to oversee your workforce. It’s a milestone as daunting as it is exciting. Up...
10 Best Eco-Friendly Commercial Cleaning Products
According to the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit that promotes green cleaning products, 53% of cleaners contain ingredients known to harm the lungs. That means there’s a fifty percent chance that if your business is not using...
10 Marketing Strategies for Cleaning Services That Will Skyrocket Sales
If sales are slacking and you want to connect with more customers, here are two handfuls of marketing strategies for cleaning services who want to lead the pack. When a business relies on the conference room being spotless for that 7am...
5 Ways Technology Has Revolutionized the Janitorial Industry (Part 1)
Sticky notes just won't cut it any more! The tools of the cleaning industry of the past included feather dusters, bottles of polish, buckets and rag mops, and yellow notepads and sticky notes to try and keep track of tasks. Those days are long...
Rule #1: Be Prepared to Meet Expectations
You’ve launched a cleaning business – Congratulations! By now, you’re aware that this venture is not for the faint of heart. The late nights, difficult customers and keeping up with the physical demands of the cleaning work itself; you have...
4 Ways Effective Supply Tracking Saves You Money
According to a recent Facility Cleaning Decision magazine survey, cleaning service respondents reported being responsible for cleaning an average of 34 buildings each, which equaled almost 1,291,860 square feet of space. They also reported...
How To Identify Your Most Profitable Clients
Quick question – “Who is your most profitable client?” Now, before you answer, realize that your most profitable client may not be the one with the highest bill rate. Although the size of the check that arrives each month may seem like the...
The Value of Customers Who Feel Valued
A Competitive Market The cleaning industry has been one of the fastest growing service industries in the United States. According to a 2012 study by Marketdata Enterprises Inc., commercial and residential cleaning comprise a $78 billion...