Hiring a handyman to help with your Christmas decorations? Stringing lights and hanging décor during the holidays can be a dangerous activity. Here are some alarming numbers from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): Emergency rooms treated 14,700 injuries in 2016 that were related to holiday decoration. That translates to roughly 240 injuries per…
After a successful night of Thanksgiving celebration in the office, you will realize the need to hire a day porter. The mess from last night’s event should not be a reason for an unproductive day. If you let your employees start their day cleaning up, they will spend lesser time doing what is essential. If…
One of the things that an office or building manager should never forget is window cleaning before winter. The cold season is long, and you have to prepare your establishment now that you can still move freely outside. Remember that the success of your business depends on proper preparations. Winter can set limits on your…
Halloween is an ancient celebration and has been around for hundreds of years. This holiday’s meaning has changed over the centuries and has eventually become what it is today. Nowadays, Halloween is associated with costumes, trick-or-treats, parties, and spooky-themed celebrations. It is not uncommon to see every street to be well-decorated with jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, ghouls,…
No one likes any of the most common office pests. More often than not, these cause diseases, damage to property, physical harm, and many more undesirable effects. This is why pests are never wanted in any situation, be it at home, in the office, or anywhere else. The usual suspects that attract pests share many…
Learning some useful parking lot care tips will help you save money as you run your business. Your customers are expecting that their cars are safe in the parking space you provide for them. No matter what type of business you are running, you will notice that a safe parking lot will attract more potential…
It is flu season again! Across the globe, you can already hear the sound of adults sniffling and bosses groaning. This time of the year is never truly predictable, but loss of productivity and workdays are staples with the flu. During the flu season, viruses spread incredibly easy in tight spaces, including workplaces and offices.…
Hard water stains are also called mineral deposits or lime scale. But no matter what name you call it, that stubborn crusty gunk ruins your shower, toilet, and even clothing. Hard water picks up plenty of minerals from the rocks it flows over in waterways. This mineral content includes calcium, magnesium, and iron. High concentrations…
Office cleanliness complaints can ruin the reputation of your company. Bad impressions, especially when shared online, can quickly go viral and have a negative impact on your business. As such, working with a reliable cleaning service provider can help clean up your brand. Professional cleaners are able to maintain the overall cleanliness of your facility…
You encounter a day porter everywhere but hardly notice their presence. They are the hardworking people in shopping centers and malls, commercial buildings, offices, schools, and hospitals. They are the ones who make sure there is cleanliness all around. Day porters are similar to janitors because both provide valuable service and ensure that every space…
Carpets are a familiar aesthetic and functional feature in most California properties. Despite being a convenient choice of flooring, its maintenance is no easy task. There are many things to consider in keeping your carpets clean and well maintained. One of these things that significantly affect your carpets is humidity. What is Humidity? Humidity is…
Green office cleaning not only improves your corporate image. It also leads to more efficient consumption of resources, higher worker productivity, and increased savings. What is Green Office Cleaning? Green office cleaning refers to the application of environment-friendly techniques and products in commercial cleaning. Green processes are designed to protect the health of employees, visitors,…
Tiles are one of the oldest and most commonly used materials in many building surfaces. These are often used for floors and walls. Use them as coverings for counters and table tops, as well as ceilings and roof. Many commercial properties all over Southern California have opted to use tile surfaces for at least one…
You should consider regularly waxing your floors especially if you are running a business that requires clients to visit your establishment. The floor may not be the center of attention, but it is the part of your building that suffers the most. If you are running a restaurant, you will notice how spills can change…
Bathroom hand dryers are a staple sight in the bathrooms of many commercial establishments and businesses. What hand dryers are there for is pretty much self-explanatory. What the presence of a hand dryer in a commercial establishment’s bathroom, however, is entirely something else. The presence of an object as simple as a hand dryer can…
You should know how to care for your hardfloor even if you are depending on cleaning services for your business establishment. If you own a restaurant, bar, boutique or any business where you allow people to come and go, you will realize that you need to maintain a clean and shiny floor. At the end…
Just because something looks clean does not necessarily mean that it is, especially in the office setting. There are many machines and devices shared by a lot of people, especially touchscreens. We are all familiar with what the culprits are – office germs. The telltale signs for office germs usually make them stand out. Traces…
If you are managing a business, you should know that dirty bathrooms are not a simple issue. It can have an effect on your employees, your customers and your business as a whole. It is a problem that you need to solve and manage as soon as possible if you want your company to continue…
All workplaces need to deal with dust every once in a while, and office dusting is one of the routine maintenance tasks that must not be neglected. Truly, those tiny particles will keep coming back and training your employees to clean may not be enough to ensure that you dust your office properly. These dust…
One important member of an office maintenance team is the day porter. These unsung heroes make your business look good. And when your office looks good, employees are productive and visitors are encouraged to come back. Janitorial services are great for deep cleaning, but they are not always around. It is not practical to call…
In a hectic environment full of busy people and with deadlines and meetings here and there, not everyone will bother about the dirt that accumulates in your office daily. Keeping your office clean and cleaning office carpets is important to make your workers feel fresh and relaxed. Why bother cleaning up all the mess when…
Clean windows are often associated with improving curb appeal and making a good first impression on visitors. You hire a professional to make your glass exteriors look as beautiful as the day they were installed. But did you know that clean windows are also important for your health? Dirty windows not only ruin your home…
Cleaning can definitely be a chore, especially when you have a spacious area and a busy schedule. It is easy for dirt to collect under your furniture and inside the crevices of your home. That’s why it’s incredibly important to regularly clean and maintain your house. After all, it brings about many benefits to your…
Summer cleaning is just as important as spring cleaning. Office buildings and commercial spaces are a hotbed for germs all year long. Around 10 million bacteria live in a typical office desk – worse than a toilet seat. Most employees go on vacation during summer. If you are planning a trip, make sure your workstation…