Commercial Office Cleaning Overview

December 3, 2016 by • Building Management, Office Cleaning • Tags: •

The Best Office Cleaning Tips

A clean office says a lot about a company, and your office is the brain of your business.  It should be well organized and free of clutter.  Good organization can make money for your company and cut your product delivery time.  This will ensure your company’s information network is quick and accurate.  Cleaning services can be expensive but the good news is you don’t need to be a janitorial professional to keep your office clean.  Using these office cleaning tips can keep your office clean and your company expenses within budget.

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Your entry ways are very important because this is the first thing a visitor will see.  It must set the professional tone and they should be cleaned every day.  Air purifiers can be used to increase your air quality.  It also helps to make a checklist as following it regularly will ensure your workplace stays clean.   Inspect the area to be cleaned for items that need repair.  You can save yourself a lot of work by focusing on these four points. You don’t need to be focused on building cleaning services every day, but it does need to be included in the maintenance agenda.

Prevention

  • Consistency
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication
  • Dusting/Wiping

You should dust at least once a week by using an all-purpose cleaner to clean all flat surfaces.  Vacuum attachments trap the most dust. Use disinfectant on high touch surfaces such as doorknobs, light switches, and telephones.  You should also dust computers, file cabinets, counters, and desks.  Start at the highest level first.  Clean all spots on walls and doors.  There are 2 ways to wipe down surfaces.

  • Wipe down as you go—Spraying solution on your rag then wiping.
  • Spraying first—Lightly mist the entire table then wipe down with a dry cloth

Make sure you allow time to dry.  Furniture polish should be used on all woodwork.  Clean all table tops, making sure to clean any piles of dust created.   You should also clean the water fountain on a daily basis to avoid any hard-water buildup.

Desks

Desks should be cleaned at least once a week.  Do not disturb any of the paperwork or files.  Never turn off any computers.  This can create havoc if you do.  Organize your desk to make sure your workspace is clean and ready for action.  I always recommend that you don’t eat lunch at your desk and you should always have a trash can close by.  A bigger size can reduce the number of times you need to empty it and a shredder can dramatically reduce paper waste.

Bathrooms

You should always keep your bathroom extra clean.  You will need a few things to make sure you keep your bathroom up to par.  Here is a short list of things to consider.

  • Gloves
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Disinfectant spray
  • Glass cleaner

You should start by cleaning all mirrors.  The bottom part of the mirror is most often hit with excess water.  Wipe off the dust and spots on the mirror and make sure to avoid smearing.  Then make sure the sink is clear of any hair, soap, or spots.  Next, polish the faucets. Then you should clean the toilet.  First, spray the entire toilet in disinfectant.  Then start wiping.  When cleaning toilets, make sure to wipe the top of the seat, the back side of the connections, the underside of the seat and all around the bowl.  If there is any debris in the toilet use the toilet bowl cleaner to free it up.  Flush when cleaning is complete.  Check the area around the toilet for loose paper.  Now that your bathroom is clean you should dispose of your gloves.

Trashing

Start with any obvious pieces of trash like loose paper.  Things like balled-up paper or food waste should be discarded.  Trash cans should be checked for liquid substances and bags replaced if necessary.  Empty all trash containers.  Be careful not to accidentally throw away anything that isn’t trash.  Now disinfect the trash can and return it to its original place. Once completed you should separate trash from recyclables and dispose of trash properly in designated area.

Floors

Daily cleaning is important to prevent the need for deeper cleaning, and daily vacuuming is an important part of your office cleaning strategy.  You should always dust before you vacuum.  This will ensure all the dust particles have settled on the floor prior to vacuuming.  Make sure you concentrate on high-traffic areas the most.  These can build up dirt due to excessive traffic.  Make sure to vacuum under each desk.  You can easily keep track of what desks you have cleaned by pulling the chair out.  Before you vacuum, make sure to check power cord conditions.  Next, check the vacuum bag and filter.  If the bag is half full it should be replaced.  Bags should always be changed when they are full.  Start in a far corner and move towards the door.  Vacuum the entrance-way mats then remove them and don’t forget to vacuum these 5 places.

  • Hallways elevators
  • Common area
  • Under trash cans
  • Under furniture
  • Air vents

Make sure to store your vacuum in an appropriate area and prepare your mop.  Mop the floor with a properly mixed cleaning solution.  Mopping can keep your office looking and smelling great.  You want to mop all the edges first then fill in the open areas.  Always use a wet floor sign to avoid any injuries to passers-by.

Windows

Windows can make your office seem more spacious.  When you are cleaning windows, spray just enough to remove any smears or spots.  Before you finish, squat down to check for streaks from different angles.

Office cleaning products

  • Gloves
  • Cleaning towels
  • Can liners
  • Dust wand
  • Vacuum
  • Dust mop
  • Barrel cart
  • dust cloths
  • Trigger Sprayer—water
  • Disinfectant cleaner
  • Broom
  • Dustpan
  • Stainless steel polish
  • Putty Knife
  • Glass cleaner
  • All-purpose cleaner
  • Gum remover
  • Carpet spotter
  • Furniture polish

A clean office is a sign of professionalism and it can increase your business.  Nobody wants to work with someone who is disorganized.  Create a productive work environment by using these office cleaning tips to keep your workspace in pristine condition.

Why You Need a Strata Manager for Strata Property Maintenance

September 21, 2016 by • Building Management • Tags: , •

Strata Building Management

Being the owner of strata property means that you own up all responsibilities related to the entire apartment including legal responsibilities. It’s not just enough to claim to be the proud owner of properties unless you demonstrate your pride through compliance. The entire property has to be maintained impeccably, and all legal compliance has to be met.

Not only during construction but also throughout the tenure of ownership, all necessary duties have to be fulfilled. Only after having played your role to perfection can you claim to be a proud owner. As it can now be understood, it is not an easy job especially when you have so many other preoccupations. Moreover, it requires a great amount of professional expertise about property management to deliver the goods. This post shows how you can manage your strata property in the right way.

Strata Property Maintenance

beech-house-propertyOwning a house and complying with the legal requirements of maintenance and upkeep is easier than that of a strata property. Strata property is similar to apartment blocks that have common areas that are shared among the property owners. The toughest challenge is to maintain and upkeep these areas in compliance with the laws. While owners can be very particular about maintaining their own demarcated areas, the attention is much less on common areas. In addition, the rules and regulations of strata property maintenance are not well known to property owners.
Strata councils are set up to maintain the strata property. The council looks after the tasks of maintaining the appearance and upkeep of common areas. They can hire a Strata manager to execute the job with professional competence. The manager would ensure that owners have peace of mind as all statutory and legal compliances are met.

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Can a property manager perform the duties and assume the role of Strata manager? Technically speaking, there is no difference between the two entities, but the responsibilities are quite different. Both positions involve execution of property maintenance jobs to ensure that the property is well kept. A property manager owes allegiance to an individual property owner of the apartment. However, a Strata manager is responsible for the group of owners occupying the property. In order to avoid conflict of interest, separate persons should handle the roles of a property manager and Strata manager.

The legal angle

The owners of an apartment or the strata council appoint the strata manager more for meeting the legal requirements. It is true that he is also responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of the strata areas, but the legal needs are more crucial. For strata apartments, there are many legal requirements that have to be complied with. This is done perfectly by the strata manager. They make sure that gyms, pools, staircases, the lift area and corridors are cleaned and well maintained. Overall building maintenance is also ensured. They also arrange for proper insurance so that the investment of owners is protected.
In the case of any injuries happening from improper building maintenance, the owners can face a heavy financial penalty. Strata managers ensure that the building is properly valued so that replacement costs can be recovered through insurance.

Added role

Strata managers act like unofficial arbitrators when owners get entangled in disputes that can be settled out of court. They are looked upon as problem solvers for all owners and are expected to play the role of peacemakers. They receive directions from the strata council, and in their own interest, ensure that the council representatives meet regularly.

Strata managers are the most important executives of property management and maintenance who can add value to the property.

Accounting and Bookkeeping for Starting Your Business

September 10, 2016 by • Business, Small Business • Tags: , , , •

Accounting/Bookkeeping for Beginners

Good accounting/bookkeeping is very important to the success of any new cleaning business. If you don’t have an accounting system in place your business will suffer. It’s important to understand in accounting the math is simple. You don’t need any special computer. It requires a low-grade calculator. The main thing is that Assets = Liabilities + Equity. It should always balance. This is why we call it a balance sheet. The balance sheet was first invented by a monk by the name of Luca Pacioli. He discovered the balance theory during the renaissance. He is commonly referred to as the father of accounting. Basically, the value of assets you own minus the liabilities you have equals your equity.

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Accounting is the managing of debts and credits. Debt is equal to credits and there are 2 debt categories: assets and liabilities (expenses). An asset is anything that brings revenue to you whether you work or not. It also includes any accounts receivable, inventory, property, or equipment. Rentals managed businesses, and royalties are all examples of assets. Liabilities are anything that takes money away. Loans and orders placed to suppliers are liabilities. This is called accounts payable. If you’re investing with other people’s money into your business this is also a liability. Car payments, cell phone bills, and travel costs are all forms of expenses. They would also go in liabilities. Equity is the value of your investment in your company. If it’s your personal money it is equity. They must always balance. Your assets can never be larger than liabilities plus equity.

Asset accounts always have a debit balance. Equity and liability accounts have credits. Sometimes something can be an asset and then become a liability. For example, you may have a rental property that you still have a mortgage on. If the property is rented out and producing income it is an asset. Alternatively, if it becomes vacant and requires you to pay the mortgage out of your personal funds, it is now a liability.

There are three categories of credit.

  • Liabilities
  • Revenues
  • Equities

Revenue is income earned and expenses are bills that are paid out. It is important that all accounts have catalog numbers and descriptions. Below are the 7 laws of accounting.

The 7 Laws of Accounting

1. All journal entry is never one sided
2. Liabilities must have credit balances
3. The change in equity is figured out by calculating net income and adjusting for owner contributions and drawings.
4. Assets must equal Liabilities plus equity
5. Total debits must always equal total credits
6. Every transaction must adjust at least two accounts
7. Assets must have debit balances

There are five things every accounting system must have.

1. Accounting Systems – A chart of accounts listing all accounts including assets, liabilities, and equity. Your chart is where you set up subsections to manage and view various transaction types. You can break your data down in any way needed.

2. Journals – Where you record business activities such as buying orders from suppliers. A journal entry is composed of equal amounts of debits and credits. Journal entries have a description as well as amounts, day and time.

3. General Ledgers – provide the details of all transactions that have posted to a particular account. You should keep all of your accounts in a general ledger.

4. Trial Balance – a listing of all the balances in all the general ledger accounts. The totals have to match.

5. Balance Sheet – The trial balance is used to sort the data into assets, liabilities, and equities.

“Changes in equity” is a way of tracking the changes in your equity over a period of time. This is done by considering two items: transactions on accounts of income and transactions on the business activity that produce revenue and expenses. These are called income statements. An income statement tells us how much money your business has made over a certain time period. It is usually categorized in months, quarters, and years. Revenue is always a positive credit to equity. Revenues are always credits.

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Expenses are bills. Expenses should show as a cash credit in your balance sheet with the offsetting debit recorded in your expense account. Expenses are always negative equity and shown as a debit balance.

A good cleaning business that makes money will have a positive net credit to its equity balance. Your net income is the difference between revenue and expenses. Contributions can also alter equity. For example, if you add $50 to your business. The journal entry will show a debit of $50 and your equity will show a credit of $50. Now, if you received $200 for services rendered your equity will show a debit of $200 and your cash will show a credit of $200. You’ll want to analyze the transaction. When it is an increase in cash, your cash balance should show an increase of $200. Cash is always an asset. All asset accounts are also debit balances. This means to increase your cash you have to debit your equity by $200. Thus, an example of an income transaction. The $200 also has to record as a credit to your sales account. Once you have these figured out and in order, you are ready to put the data in your journal.

Make sure to work out a system that works for you and remain consistent. Using an online package like QuickBooks, or Simply Accounting, is better because it guarantees that records will be neat and complete. Organize these into two logs, yearly and monthly. Keep your receipts in order. Use a folder to keep track of your receipt dates. Always number your invoices and receipts and try to use a template. These are easily downloaded. They work out totals for you and they can save a lot of time.

Accounting / bookkeeping is an age old practice and is critical to the success of your cleaning business. Know yourself, if you can’t do it, get it done professionally. You don’t want to waste time. An excellent accountant can be a great specialist to add to your team.

If you can follow the accounting / bookkeeping tips listed here you are on your way to a successful cleaning business.

Getting The Business Started And Financial Aspects

September 1, 2016 by • Business, Cleaning Business, Small Business • Tags: , , , •

Your financials have many complexities. A professional can best handle these. You can then focus on what you need to do.

If you’re a cleaning business owner, knowing some accounting basics may hep you in understanding how the finances work.

Your knowledge of the basics can help you in business, without investing a lot of time.

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The main idea of accounting is to document and record entries as there are transactions made.  You need to ensure everything is recorded, whether it’s credit, debit, or cash types of transactions.  You need to take note of any money movement in order to stay on top of whats going on in the business.  And so, you’ve made an account of every penny.

Financial reports are required each month, each quarter, and yearly.  The auditing part of your business will be in balancing financial statements. It’s simply the auditing of financial movement within the business.  Your general journal includes a log of entries which represent the day to day transactions taking place. These entries must coincide with how the actual movement of money takes place, to the penny.

Your data entry processes can be simplified by using software like Quickbooks or Simply Accounting.  These products will simplify your bookkeeping process and maintain a ‘trial balance‘ across the various accounts.  Your trial balance will include assets, liabilities, and net equity.  This is not really the final statement, but more of a ‘work in progress’ of the revenue, overall, within a specific financial period.  Once one financial period is complete and closed, a new period and accounting cycle will be initiated.

Accounting is tricky.  Unless you’re up on all this stuff, you’re better off with it in the hands of a professional. Some firms even provide consultation which may prove invaluable.

Chart Your Own Economic Destiny in Business

August 31, 2016 by • Business, Cleaning Business, Small Business •

Chart Your Own destiny in the Cleaning Market Niche.

The Cleaning sector generally targets the customer market in providing house cleaning services. In addition, it may also target or the industrial market by supplying janitorial surfaces for larger companies. A lot of Cleaning companies focus on unique services. These include; private relocation, post-renovation cleaning, or home, window, rug, or furniture cleaning.

A residential cleaning business operation is not only one of the simplest businesses to start as they are minimal skills required, but the equipment costs are low and affordable.

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Below are a couple of means to jump starting your company without cash:

– Use charge cards.
– Borrow from your family and friends. Put everything in written agreements and be professional about things.
– Find investors.
– Ask for a small loan from your bank or lending agency. There are often unique funding alternatives offered for minorities, women, and especially war veterans.

When you have some start-up cash, this is what to do next:

– Choose just what sort of unique service within the niche business you wish to run.
– Determine whether you’re going to do all the work yourself or hire employees.
– Obtain liability insurance for your business.
– Research whether you require any special permits or licences.
– Open a checking account for your company.
– Consult with an accounting professional to discover ways to run the monetary component of business.
– Set up shop. You might want to start working from your home office. You’ll need to look into whether there are any restrictions in place regarding home based business.
– Order a few hundred business cards and other ad materials.
– Start promoting your business in your local area. The cheapest way to do this is by creating a list of people you know, then once that is exhausted, start knocking on doors.

You will find some helpful videos on YouTube, for sure. You might also want to seek out a similar business owner, in a non-competitive area, who is willing to help you get started or coach you.

Cleaning up companies create income really promptly. Reinvest those preliminary revenues right into your company in order to help it expand.

Cleaning Innovation Changes with New Technology

August 27, 2016 by • Cleaning Business, Cleaning Equipment, Small Business • Tags: , , , •

Who wouldn’t like a robotic vacuum to take control of this completely tedious duty? These little androids, which vary in cost from $100.00 up to $1,000, could help us maximize our time. Recently, there’s an array of robotic vacuums introduced in the marketplace. These innovations come packed with smartphone-controlled features with laser technology. Cyclone Vacuum technology is another newbie to the industry

It’s not stopping there; they just keep coming.

If you have an interest in a robotic vacuum cleaner, this resource will certainly aid you to discover the best electronic domestic robotic vacuum you may be looking for. Some commercial cleaning companies even use these handy machines during an office cleaning session. This way they can cover a vast area while they attend to other tasks like emptying waste baskets and other duties.

Before you even think about buying one you should identify what you’re trying to accomplish. Are you looking for a simple duster for flooring or professional cleaning equipment? This will help to determine your investment level. You’ll want to consider the how mush the dust bin holds and how often you’ll need to empty the dust pan.

Here are a couple of these vacuums recently on the market.

ROOMBA 880

roomba-vacuumThere’s a very good reason the name “Roomba” over recent years has gained popularity. It has come to be commonly identified with new high-quality robotic vacuums. iRobot’s newest version, this Roomba 880, incorporates superior vacuuming and navigation. It utilizes a HEPA filter system and is helpful in removing dander and minute particles. The remote control comes in handy as you can establish a variety of pre-programmed cleansing setups, modify them during a vacuum cycle, or do manual spot treatment. It additionally has sensors which you place about your home to aid the vacuum in navigating your floors.

What people have to say regarding the Roomba 880

Plus:

  • Clients like just how the unit deals with virtually any type of surface.
  • It has no brush or roller bristles the require regular cleaning.
  • They all agree on the fact that this device is a terrific selection for active busy individuals.

Minus:

  • Nice charging feature but the battery doesn’t last long.
  • Must frequently charge the machine.
  • It doesn’t have great suction.
  • It has to be maintained too often before the job is finished.

 

BOTVAC 85

botvac-85The current robotic vacuum, the Neato Botvac 85, has been tested as an effective little vacuuming machine that focuses on gobbling animal hair. This vacuum cleaner showcases a bigger brush and also a blade for grabbing hair and various other little fragments off hardwood floors and more importantly carpet and rugs. It also comes with 3 filters sections. The Botvac  includes the laser-guided navigating system, which makes use of to size up a particular room area first and  then implement a cleansing pattern that’s both comprehensive and precise.

What people have to say regarding the Botvac 85

Plus:

  • Consumers like that the Neato Botvacs nice price tag.
  • Many liked the memory feature and its capacity to begin cleaning where it had finished off.
  • It never misses floor areas

Minus:

  • This unit cannot go from carpeting to floor tile or hardwood and then back.
  • The tool’s roller brush assembly is a huge headache as it does get clogged with hair and required frequent maintenance.

RYDIS H68

rydis-h68We especially liked the RYDIS H68 Pro’s performance on wood flooring. It comes with a wet and dry mop function feature selection in addition to the normal vacuuming functions. You can pre-program the robotic to mop wipe and vacuum at the same time which is very cool. The wipe pads connect to the robotic’s underbelly in behind its vacuum cleaner suction opening and its 2 sweepers. The gadget could additionally lug as much as 6 oz. of water, that it utilizes to wet the wipe pads while it’s moving. Like various other vacuum robotics, the H68 first surveys the space it will be covering and afterward carries out the task in its preprogrammed cleansing set-up, from a standard sweep to “Dual Deep super clean.” The various cleansing alternatives imply you must have the ability to locate the setup that functions ideal on your wood floor coverings.

What people have to say regarding the Rydis H68

Plus:

  • It’s a crossbreed with a combination of cleansing alternatives.
  • Everybody really likes this robotic’s wiping and mopping attribute.

Minus:

  • The  front brush gets constantly packed with hair.
  • people have stated that manufacturers’ customer service is not up to par.

Best Stain Removal Techniques

August 16, 2016 by • Cleaning Business • Tags: , , , , •

Stains happen, and sometimes they are nearly impossible to remove no matter how hard you try.

While a stain on an old clothing item does not concern us so much, it seems they show up most often on a favorite clothing item or valuable carpet. When this is the case, you really need to find an effective way to completely remove the spot.

bleach-pen-stain-removalThere are many stain removal products available on the market, too many. You probably have a collection of some in your laundry room or out in the garage. If the stain is relatively small (dime sized or less) on white or very light colored fabric, you can try using a bleach pen. This product contains a concentrated bleach gel that can be worked into the stained area several minutes before washing. Most stains that are not set in can be removed using this method. Fruit stains or blood, however, may not respond well to this treatment.

You’ve likely heard that blood stains shouldn’t be washed in hot water as the stain will permanently set in. This is also true for fruit stains or any stain that is caused by something containing protein. A stain removal product with enzymes is needed for this and should be applied on the fresh stain. Removing old stains is considerably more difficult, but soaking for 30 minutes or more in sodium hypochlorite bleach before washing may be effective. If the fabric is not color safe, use oxygen bleach instead. Any solids on the fabric should be scrapped off as quickly as possible and the stained area rinsed in cold water.

Carpet Stains

While clothing ruined by a stain is frustrating, however, a stain on expensive carpeting can be disastrous. The best way to deal with carpet stains is to prevent the damage in the first place, however, accidents will carpet-stain-removalhappen. Some of the most difficult carpet stains are the result of spilled fruit juice, wine, and pet stains. All of these stains require a product that uses enzymes for cleanup. Of course, the sooner the stain can be treated the more likely it can be removed.

Pet Stains

Pet stains are possibly the worst thing that can happen to your carpet. Making sure your pet gets outdoors to do his business promptly is important. If the accident results in a deposit of relatively dry feces, it can be picked up easily without much staining of the carpet. A quick spray with a pet stain and odor removal product followed by sponging with water should suffice. Pet urine stains are more of a challenge, so immediate sponging followed by soaking and then more sponging to dry the area is needed. Several applications of a pet stain and odor removal product may be required to completely eliminate the stain.

If you have a unique stain you don’t think is covered here, please contact me and explain your situation. I should be able to help you find a solution.

We would all love to completely avoid any stain occurrences, but they happen to everyone. You can minimize the damage by knowing the most effective ways to deal with them.

How To Choose The Best Office Cleaning Services

July 27, 2016 by • Office Cleaning • Tags: , •

Office space needs regular cleaning just like any other space where people work or live.

 Not all businesses can afford to hire dedicated cleaning staff, as the costs can be quite high. This is why hiring professional office services is a much better idea.

Outsourcing the most difficult tasks to a professional company is a great idea. However, a business manager has to take care when choosing the right service provider.

Security and Privacy Considerations

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     Think about your privacy because you may have confidential documents that should be kept secure. The cleaning staff may have access to these documents and you’ll need to ensure that confidential information is secure. Leaked information may cost you a lot but you can decrease your risk. Choose a cleaning company with a strict procedure background checks of their staff. Be sure to specify this as part of your service agreement so that you can claim compensation, should some of your secrets become public due to negligence or possible criminal intentions. This is why discretion and confidentiality should be among the core values of the chosen company. Office cleaning isn’t the same as household cleaning, however, in a home some personal items may be at risk, in your business you are accountable for client confidentiality.

Professional Service and Equipment

office-cleaning-professionals     Another thing to consider when searching for a contractor is their professionalism. You’ll need to ensure they are using the best equipment, floor polishers, vacuums, etc., without using any harsh detergents or other chemicals that may be harmful to the work environment, your employees, or your customers. The health of your employees is important, so you need to go the extra mile to secure a healthy working environment. A high-quality service is going to use good quality safe products in the process. This is also very important in prolonging the life of your flooring materials whether it be, hardwood, carpet, ceramic, or waxed surfaces.

Here is a Janitorial Training Video you may find informative …

When choosing your office cleaners, you need to ask all companies on your shortlist, to provide you a few references.

Reference Checks and Referrals

Lastly, when choosing a service, you’ll need to ask all companies on your shortlist to provide a few references. Contacting current clients can help you in making your decision. If you do your research carefully, you may end up with the last company you will ever need. There are quality companies who understand the importance of confidentiality and of using advanced technology in delivering superior service to their client. Prices are also important, but they shouldn’t be your first and foremost criteria for selection.

Don’t try to go for the cheapest provider you can find, as you may regret it. You get what you pay for.

Best Cleaning Tips From Your Local Business

Best Cleaning Tips From Your Local Business

July 12, 2016 by • Business, Cleaning Business, Small Business • Tags: , •

If you live in Australia or New Zealand, you might know many cleaning businesses. Still, a few (if any) of those businesses would, in fact, be willing to share their secrets! You know how it always seems like a cleaning business seems to leave much better results, well it is because they know these secrets! Here are just a few of those secrets that may help you get better results.

Timing

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Begin with the smaller areas, such as a mirror or a shelf, and then go ahead to bigger spaces, like the whole floor area. Think about the space in your home, split up into various stages, don’t miss anything and don’t over work a particular area. This won’t just help you complete the assignment in time, it will help you to stay focused. But the key thing is if you’re doing a major clean – always do the floors last as while your dusting overshooting particles will hit the floor and can be caught up in one swoop.

Know What Tools To Use

right-toolsSo you just love using paper towels, well, it’s a waste to use so much paper towels! You ought to experiment with microfiber fabrics as they are especially stunning for dusting. Microfiber fabrics come at various price tags and here’s a tip; you can usually find much less expensive microfiber materials in the kids’ section of the department store than the ones in the kitchen – bath department. You may also find these handy towels in your local dollar store.

Planning

Before you begin, it’s a good idea to think about tending to the heavily concentrated dust areas first. A good example is areas where electrical cords are – like behind TV and computer tables. These cluttered areas are a genuine magnet for dust bunnies! The problem is its hard to get in around these areas but you can coil, zip tie them, and the hang them on 3M adhesive wall hooks to keep them off the floor. This will keep the dust from accumulating on the floor and make it easier to clean the floor area on a regular basis.

Don’t Create the Mess in the First Place


That’s right, people! Put things away – when you’re done with things – put them back where you got them. I sound like your mother, I know. You should have small area’s in various locations like a junk drawer – or, hey, how about the GARBAGE PAIL out in the garage – if it’s garbage – throw it in the trash already.
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Do A Little Bit Every Day

Here’s another tip – If you keep things clean, as you go, you’ll never have to actually schedule a week, or some other ridiculous period of time, to do it.

I know this may be a learning curve, but this habit will actually even help your peace of mind. Just having a tidy house removes a lot of clutter from your vision and helps you to focus on more important things.