The office break room is more than just an area for your employees to relax, enjoy lunch and reenergize with a cup of coffee in the afternoon. It’s also a place where up to 500 kinds of bacteria can be harbored, risking the health of your office and employees. The stats are shocking — but...Read More

How many times a week do you scrub the toilets in your home? Once? Twice? What about your garbage? Are you taking it out at the end of every day, or just when it’s time for pickup and your bin is full?  Now think about the facility you manage. Those toilets are likely cleaned daily,...Read More

What’s the difference between a spot and a stain? About 24 hours. That’s how long you have to prevent a spot from turning into a more stubborn stain. Follow these tips to keep your carpets looking their best, even after a spill. The key to spot removal is to act quickly. With a fast response,...Read More

More than any other area of your facility, your restroom leaves an impression on your employees and clients. A smelly, unkempt restroom sends an unprofessional message about your facility, but a spotless, fresh restroom signals care, responsibility and professionalism. To generate that kind of image about your facility, follow these four extra steps when cleaning...Read More

The to-do list of a facility manager is always long, and many are tempted to make it a little shorter from December to March by cutting carpet cleaning. They reason that the task should be put on hold during the winter months due to snow and ice, but keeping carpet cleaning on your to-do list...Read More

Dust mopping is an important task for keeping your facility safe and clean. Follow these five steps to effectively remove dust and debris from your facility’s high-traffic areas. 1. Prep for dust mopping. Make a regular schedule, and stick to it. The schedule you set will depend largely on your facility’s needs and the amount...Read More

The flu and common cold can take a major toll on employee productivity. When productivity slows, revenues decline because employees either aren’t doing their best work or need to take time off to recuperate.  To keep your office healthy during the upcoming flu season, follow these tips:  1. Talk About Flu Shots The single best...Read More

Back-to-school shopping lists features all the basics, including notebooks, pens and pencils, but students need more than just supplies to thrive. They also need clean, healthy schools and classrooms.  Cleanliness Increases Well-Being An effective school cleaning and sanitation program can have a deep impact on students’ well-being, health and performance. Environmental researcher Dr. Michael Berry...Read More

Q: Are anti-fatigue mats really worth the investment? A: Yes!! When your employees are standing on floors for prolonged periods, they can develop many issues, including discomfort and pain, a decrease in productivity and even reduced concentration. Anti-fatigue mats prevent or reduce these health issues and help your employees feel their best all day long....Read More

During the spring, greenery and flowers are in full bloom, bringing with them new pest issues. Many insects that are generally dormant during the winter months, like hornets, ants and wasps, like ants, appear in full force during spring as they reproduce, construct nests and discover food resources.  At this time of year, it is...Read More