So, after a long-awaited remote working period, you have finally decided to open up your physical area of business. Yes, the office has finally reopened. But, before you invite your new and old employees to the space, you want to ensure it is clean and healthy.
Your first choice would be looking for a professional commercial cleaning service. Someone who will not just mop the floor, but clean, scrub and blow all the dirt out of the vents and take responsibility for your workplace hygiene.
In this excerpt below, we will be discussing the tips for picking the best company for your reopening deep clean.
Why Do You Need To Clean Your Office Regularly?
If you are asking, then yes, you do need to clean your office space regularly. Here are some of the convincing reasons why. To begin with,
– You are less likely to attract disease-causing germs.
– You will be able to deep clean, which is not possible for a novice.
– They will take care of the corners and crevices you wouldn’t even think about in the first place.
– A clean space that helps you to breathe clean, fresh air will automatically encourage more productivity.
– It will also encourage others to start keeping their space clean as well.
Tips On Picking The Right Company For Your Business
Follow these tips, and hire the best company!
1. Get A Consultation First
Since the team will be working close quarters on expensive technical equipment, it is better to understand the company first. Get a “vibe check,” as the GenZ would spell it. Most companies will come to your commercial space and even give you a free consultation before there is even a potential of hiring.
It is all about creating the very first good impression, and you should look for that first. Through the first impression, you will get to judge the upcoming communication you will have with this company.
2. Have A Few Options On Your Hand (Do Not Be Hasty)
Do not choose the first opinion that you get. Try to scout the best among the best. Get a few more consultations and then decide upon one. You do not want to hire the wrong team and then deal with the nasty repercussions.
Plus, an office has valuable equipment which should only be left in the hands of a professional team with integrity and honesty.
3. Look Through Your Portfolio
Their portfolio is an amalgamation of work they have done for other corporate and domestic households. These will induce the area of specialization and the charges for each clean-up.
Plus, the photo references and customer reviews should give you a fair idea of the kind of service you will be getting when you hire this company. Overall, a good company will always be willing to show its portfolio.
4. Speak To The Previous Customers
When you have finalized a few, it is time to start investigating the credibility of the company. You do not have to do much, simply go to the public page, and look through the commercial businesses they have already worked with.
Your next job would be to call upon the company representatives and get first-hand feedback about the company you are about to work with.
5. Get Insights On Field Trips
Before the final hiring, call the company and team to come to the office and give you insights on the area. A good company will give you suggestions on what you should remove and what you should keep in terms of equipment.
They will also help you understand the places which require cleaning for a safe, breathable environment.
6. Ask Them Questions
Other than these few, there are questions and confusion which many might have. For example, when it comes to price distribution, negotiation, and hidden costs, you will need to ask a few questions before settling upon asking.
So, ensure you are hiring as many questions as you want before you hire them.
7. Understand The Skills The Team Has
Meet and talk with the team before they come and start working in your space. Understand the skills they have, where their expertise lies, and how well they can handle the technical equipment.
Interviewing the team and understanding their work is also important.
8. Ensure Honesty & Credibility
Honesty and credibility are the two things that are most valued in any profession. But, especially in a professional cleaning service. Ask them directly about the insurance they would offer in terms of any damage. Or what their policy is in terms of valuable items being misplaced. Learn everything you can before hiring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the frequently asked questions that many ask when it comes to hiring a clean service. We have tried to answer a few with the help of experts themselves.
1. How To Ensure The Company Has A Good Reputation
Ans. Before hiring a company, here are the common traits that could ensure that you are making the right hire.
– They will have a very systematic and organized approach. Whether it is the consultation or the cleaning.
– Security is their first priority. Even if they find a very valuable item, they will either request you to remove it or ask for supervision from the customer’s end. This is to ensure there is no speculation about any accident.
– They have an excellent portfolio and are not hesitant to show you before you even ask for it.
2. How To Clean Your Office Personal Space?
Ans. Here are some of the common practices which can help you keep the space clean regularly since you cannot run to a professional cleaner every day.
– Keep a cleaning kit with brushes and even sanitizing wipes, and clean the surface regularly.
– Do not hoard things on your desk, which can collect dust. Declutter as much as possible.
– Stop eating food items that leave crumbs all around the desk. When you are hungry post lunch, take a break, and go outside to eat.
– Dispose of your garbage at the end of each day, as it attracts pests.