There are approximately 8 million businesses
in the United States. Most commercial establishments run year-round and don't have time for business chores.
Therefore, many hire companies to take care of their cleaning needs.
Knowing how to hire the best cleaning company will ensure your business is thoroughly cleaned each time.
Continue reading for helpful tips on hiring a cleaning service
for your commercial business!
Budget
You must set a budget before deciding on a cleaning company to hire. Creating a realistic budget will ensure you don't overspend and have enough money for other business necessities.
Consider what all you want to be cleaned in your business, the size of the building, and your location. Each of these aspects will affect the cost of the cleaning service.
Always budget more money than you think you'll need should any unexpected costs or issues arise. Contact a few different companies to get an overall idea of how much money you'll need to budget.
Reviews
Reading online reviews is a great idea to understand each business' work quality better. You'll find helpful information that will form an overall opinion of the companies you're interested in.
Start by finding which companies operate in your area. Then research these cleaners online to find their reviews and ratings. Read each review and consider every comment.
You can then narrow your options by picking the top three rated companies. Doing so will allow you to research each company further to get a more in-depth understanding.
References
After narrowing down your options, you'll want to contact each company directly. You will need to ask them for a reference list of previous clients to contact. Refusal to provide a reference list may not be a good sign, meaning you might want to choose a different option.
Once they provide you with the list, you can contact their customers directly. Contacting three to five previous clients will give you various opinions to make your judgments.
Take this time to ask any questions about the company in question. Always ask about their overall thoughts and if they would recommend the company.
Services
Since you have different options for cleaners to choose from, you'll need to see what services each offer. Some companies offer minimal cleaning, while others offer extensive deep cleaning.
It's your job to determine your building's needs and communicate with the cleaning companies. Most cleaning companies offer services including:
- Mopping
- Vacuuming
- Disinfection
- Organization
- Wall washing
Any customized services may require extra costs or fees. Always communicate with the company about your needs, and most will customize a cleaning service for your business.
Pricing
Cleaning companies charge different prices based on building size, cleaning needs, location, etc. Before booking a cleaning, you must consider pricing from other companies. Doing so can save you money and help you get a better deal overall.
Start by comparing cleaning costs from the companies you're considering. The easiest way to get an overall idea is to get quotes from each company.
You can then make your decision based on these quotes. However, you can also use these quotes to negotiate prices from competitors. Doing so may get you a better price overall.
Experience
Cleaning experience is another aspect you'll need to research for each company. The company you choose must have commercial cleaning experience to ensure all of your needs are met. Hiring a company without this experience may lead to unsatisfactory results.
You'll want to hire a company with many years of experience cleaning commercial buildings. These older companies most likely have mastered the necessary cleaning techniques. They usually have an extensive checklist of everything that must be cleaned to avoid mistakes.
Younger companies may not have as much experience. This inexperience leaves the potential for more mistakes during the cleaning process.
However, not every young company is a bad choice. These younger businesses often offer lower prices to get hired.
Insurance
Since cleaners will be working within your business, you'll need to ensure the company is equipped with insurance. These insurance policies will protect you and your business from an accident. They will hold the cleaning company responsible for any damages, repairs, or issues.
For example, workers' compensation insurance
is necessary as cleaners will be working on your property. Should any workers get hurt, you will not be held liable for the accident. The company will not be able to blame you for these incidents.
Equipment
Most cleaning companies have their own equipment to use. However, some smaller companies may only provide specific equipment. These companies will rely on you to have the larger things needed for cleaning.
Therefore, you must always consult the company about office cleaning products. They will tell you what you need to have on hand and what they will have equipped. You can also use this opportunity to voice any specific equipment you do or do not want to be used in your business.
Background Checks
Most commercial cleaning companies send a few people to work in the more prominent businesses for efficiency. Since you'll have multiple people in your business, you must ensure they are trustworthy.
Always make sure each employee has a background check. This checks their criminal history and record. A clean background check will help ensure you have reliable workers in your building.
Hiring a Cleaning Service for Your Business
These tips will ensure hiring a cleaning service goes smoothly. Hopefully, your business will be spotless as soon as possible.
Don't forget to contact us today
to schedule a cleaning service. We will take the best care of you here at PJT Building Maintenance!