Sometimes, it's the small things—like toilet paper—that make a big difference. Imagine the frustration if your facility ran out of toilet paper. Employees would quickly notice, and morale would take a hit. Over time, it could even lead to higher turnover as team members seek a workplace that’s better managed.
If this problem isn’t directly your fault, maybe it's because your current cleaning company left early after you gave them a 30-day termination notice. Now, you’re left with overflowing trash bins, dirty floors, and empty restroom supplies. While you didn’t create this mess, it’s now your responsibility to solve it. You might be hoping your new cleaning company can step in right away. But can they?
Possibly, yes.
Let’s walk through what happens when a new commercial cleaning company like ours prepares to service a new location. Here are the main steps we need to complete before we can take on regular cleaning at your facility.
Key Steps We Take Before Starting a New Cleaning Contract
1. Sourcing the Right Team Members
As a commercial cleaning company, we don’t keep a standby pool of staff waiting for assignments. Instead, we assess each new client’s specific needs and then hire staff according to the demands of the job. We evaluate how many workers will be needed, the shift schedules they’ll follow, and whether the work requires special skills or certifications. Finding people who are a good fit for these requirements takes time.
2. Building a Custom Work Plan
Every facility we service has unique cleaning needs. For that reason, we develop a detailed work plan tailored to each client’s building. This includes creating a specific cleaning sequence, assigning tasks, and creating checklists and procedures to ensure consistency. Building an effective work plan requires on-site visits and close planning to match the facility’s exact requirements.
3. Training the Cleaning Team
Quality cleaning takes more than just basic knowledge; it requires thorough training. We ensure each team member understands how to use the equipment, which chemicals are safe for different surfaces, and the best techniques for tasks like mopping, dusting, and sweeping. This training helps our staff clean effectively, safely, and according to the high standards we set.
So, When Can We Begin?
Considering these preparatory steps, the process of setting up a cleaning team and developing a plan typically takes around 3-4 weeks.
But what if you’re facing a restroom supply emergency in the meantime? Here are a few options you could try:
Ask your current provider to stick to the terms of their contract and continue service until the end date.
See if the new cleaning service can provide a temporary “floater” worker who can handle restocking, trash removal, and restroom cleaning until the team is fully onboarded.
Contact a staffing agency to see if they can fill in with a short-term janitor until the regular cleaning service begins.
Ideally, you’ll never have to stress about toilet paper shortages or restroom supplies. But if you do find yourself facing these issues, knowing what to expect from your cleaning provider can help.
If you’re ready for reliable cleaning services that cover everything your business needs, reach out to us today for a free estimate!
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