Management
Growing your cleaning and maintenance services in the new year
As the new year takes off, it’s the perfect time to refine your strategy for growing your commercial cleaning and maintenance business. Increasing your client
Effective snow removal for your property
While we have not yet had a significant snowfall this season, now is the perfect time to work on a proactive strategy for snow removal
Switching from fluorescent lights to LEDs
Some governments are legislating the end of fluorescent lighting for businesses, and as a result, many companies are ceasing the manufacturing of fluorescent lighting, so
Keeping your HVAC system in tip-top shape for winter
For facility and maintenance managers, HVAC is something that needs seasonal attention and regular maintenance to keep it performing at its best and benefiting your
Practicing preventative maintenance
An important part of building maintenance is creating a strategy to mitigate as many issues as you can ahead of time, protecting your budget, keeping
Increasing safety on your loading dock
Is your loading dock as safe as it can be? Studies show that 25 per cent of warehouse injuries occur on loading docks, so that’s
Creating a positive company culture for cleaners
Today’s commercial cleaning industry, like so many others, is experiencing a shift in labour, with evolving needs, changing practices, and a focus on company culture.
Addressing the challenges with greenwashing
The importance of reading labels, using proper dilution, and addressing the challenges with greenwashing in the commercial cleaning industry are all crucial for educating both
Getting cleaning crews ready for winter weather
Winter challenges can add another layer of difficulty in keeping offices clean, tidy, and safe. Before the snow arrives, plan to allocate labour, define your
Custodian recognition helps create positive company culture
While National Custodian Appreciation Day is in October, valuing and honouring your cleaning teams should be practiced year-round. Often the unsung heroes in a building,
Practicing safe outdoor winter maintenance
As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, performing outdoor maintenance tasks can become more dangerous for your team. From cleaning windows to completing
Prepare your facility for holiday crowds
As the holidays approach, many businesses are gearing up for a surge in foot traffic and that means more attention and labour will be needed
Growing together
Today’s commercial cleaning landscape continues to be challenged by labour shortages, supply chain disruption, and rising costs, along with lower levels of employee retention, pressure
Posting content to boost your business
Social media has made its way into mainstream marketing, but do you know how to get the most out of social media to help grow
Mastering project management in commercial cleaning and maintenance
As a new business owner or entrepreneur in the commercial cleaning and maintenance industry, you’re likely juggling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Effective project management
Today’s top challenges for facility managers
For facility managers, the job continues to evolve as priorities shift and recovery from post-pandemic conditions persists. From deferred budgets to sustainability to technology and
Launching your commercial cleaning business
Launching a business is exciting and scary, as you embark on a new venture. Commercial cleaning can be a lucrative way to generate income, become