Choosing the right professional cleaning company to oversee your property or facility is not always an easy choice. Thorough researching is oftentimes required however knowing what to look for makes the process that much faster. For property managers looking for confidence knowing they’ve selected the right commercial cleaning company, here’s four tactics we suggest employing.

#1 – Seeking experience over other factors

Looking for companies with years of experience and a reputation in the community is helpful. The longer they have been around, the more likely they will have reviews somewhere online to see or they may even be able to recommend some references. In addition, the more experienced they are, the more certain you can be that they can provide a thorough clean. Depending on skill level, some cleaners can prove to be less than ideal. The fact that every building comes with its own differences in cleaning requirements means you need someone who is highly knowledgeable in cleaning your building type, be it a commercial, industrial, office, or institutional setting.

#2 – Knowing what services are to be provided

Not every company comes with the same defined standards and services. Always ask what is included in a commercial cleaning company’s quote and don’t hesitate to inquire on any additional services they may charge for. There may be more specific cleaning services you require, such as carpet and upholstery cleaning, hard floor cleaning, power washing, special event cleaning, and/or touch point cleaning. For these services, you will need to specifically request them. This may require having to search elsewhere for a company with a full suite of services, capable of accommodating not only the day-to-day requirements of your space but the monthly, seasonal, and annual cleaning needs that come up.

#3 – Eco-conscious green materials and practices

Any commercial cleaning company committed to providing the highest quality service possible should be using eco-friendly products, materials, and practices. Inquire about products and packaging, microfiber technology, and equipment used. Ask about the specific cleaning supplies that they intend to use. Commercial cleaning should subsequently involve minimizing any negative impact on the environemtn and reducing exposure to harmful cleaning residues.

#4 – The company’s standards of service and qualifications

Every commercial cleaning company should be committed to standards of excellence. If you feel you are not getting the best possible cleaning service, consider looking for a more qualified company. Commercial cleaners should have certifications to their name, in addition to being bonded and insured. Details regarding cleans should be logged appropriately, be it on paper or in software formats, including dates and times of work, inspection results, and special work orders. If any problems arise in the quality of cleaning, address it as soon as possible with your commercial cleaning company. If a resolution is not able to be found, it may be time to move on.

Choosing the right commercial cleaning company, using these four tactics, makes it all a heck of a lot easier. There are plenty of commercial cleaning companies out there promising quality cleaning services however not all will deliver on their promises and, for more unique cleaning requirements, not all will be able to meet that standard. Search for an established, experienced commercial cleaning company who uses eco-friendly cleaning products and who have the references, testimonials, and/or reviews to back up who they say they are.