Month: November 2022

If you run a business with a physical location and you have employees working there, it is your responsibility to look after them and ensure that they are well taken care of. Part of staying on top of their well-being is making sure that the environment they are working in is clean and free of allergens, pathogens, and other elements that can be of harm to them.

With most workers spending a considerable amount of their time in the office, keeping your space clean is a necessity. Some businesses rely on their employees to keep everything clean and tidy. However, hiring a professional commercial cleaning company to do it for you can save you a lot of time and money.

Here are some reasons you would benefit from hiring professional cleaning services:

Employees become more productive

Without cleaning staff, you’re leaving the responsibility of cleaning and sanitizing to your employees. When you hire a professional janitorial service, your employees would be happier as their workspaces are fresh, clean, and free of elements that may be harmful to them. They can breathe fresher air, and their workspace would be clutter-free. That results in increased productivity as they’re working in a much cleaner environment.

What’s more, since allergies affect many people, a professional cleaning company can ensure that your office environment would be rid of allergens that can prevent your employees from performing their best.

Professional cleaning services deliver experience and expertise

When you hire professional cleaners, you can rest assured that you can enjoy the expertise and experience you usually get from premium services. The cleaners are adequately trained to accommodate your office as they know all the different areas of your work environment that need to be spotless. They will apply the best practices to make sure that all surfaces are sanitized, odor-free, and germ-free.

The workplace has a professional appearance

When you’re accommodating clients and customers, the last thing you want is for them to notice that you have a dusty facility or flooring that is littered with dirt and trash. You would make a better impression with an office environment that looks flawless and smells fresh. Hiring a professional cleaning service ensures that your office looks professional, too. You’ll have a consistently clean environment that you would be proud to boast to clients, customers, and guests.

It is cost-effective

Not all companies are made equal. Some companies do not follow a consistent process and neglect areas that they believe will not be noticed. Some do not have commercial cleaning insurance and WSIB, which is necessary in order for you to avoid any liability issues. However, when you hire a professional commercial cleaning service, you can enjoy higher-quality cleaning. Only cleaners who are well trained in commercial cleaning will be cleaning your space. As a result, you won’t have to jump from one cleaner to another, leading to significant savings in the long run.

Your office deserves the best cleaning, so you should only hire the best in the field. Should you need professional commercial cleaning services in Toronto for your commercial office, industrial or retail space, get in touch with us.

If there’s anything that can take away the delight from a newly renovated home, it’s the amount of dust that settles and lingers after the contractors leave. That is the reality for all construction projects that leave dust everywhere.

Apart from the cleanup of tools and large debris, the removal of the dust is integral, as these particles float in the air and affect indoor air quality. No matter how well the construction area was sealed off to protect the rest of your home, the dust will make its way to the other areas and settle on seemingly everything. You need to get rid of it as soon as you can. Here’s a step-by-step guide we’ve curated for you:

Step 1: Start from the top and work your way down

If there are any beams, diffusers, vents, clocks, fire alarm, etc. Make sure you dust those first with a vacuum cleaner using a brush attachment. If that is not available, use a duster. The reason for this is that dust usually makes is way down slowly. That is why it’s important to start at the top.

A vacuum with a good filter will suck the dust in and prevent it from spreading while a duster will agitate the dust and spread it a few feet in the air and it will slowly make its way down. So be gentle with the dusting so it does not spread to areas that you have already dusted.

Keep an eye on the details. Pay close attention to areas like the top of door frames. These bad boys will hold all kinds of dust that can easily be overlooked.

Step 2: Dust the curtains, carpets and upholstery

Dust and dirt particles are so lightweight that they easily embed themselves into upholstered furniture, curtains, and carpets. As they settle after constructions, your items will look filthy and skin exposed will become irritated and itchy.

To avoid such instances, vacuum all affected items as deeply and thoroughly as possible. This time use an attachment without a brush to get the best suction possible to really pull it out of the fabric. Pay close attention to the details and get in those nooks and crannies. Remove any underlying frames and vacuum each of the cushions.

For your carpets, consider a deep steam clean, as this helps prevent further damage to the fibers. After your vacuuming session, feel free to do a second round, which will help remove any residual dust.

Step 3: Make the time to wipe down all surfaces

If the layer of dust is very thick, use a vacuum or duster to get it all in the first round. Just remember the caveat with the duster and its ability to make the dust airborne. When the major dust accumulation has been dealt with, move on to the next step: wiping down all surfaces, top-down. Begin by wiping your walls, which is best done through dry dusting to avoid damaging surfaces, such as wallpaper coverings. Then, make your way to the cabinets and moldings. It’s not enough to just clean the exterior, though—pay close attention to the interior and corners, as dust will likely have settled there too. Get a damp cloth and wipe countertops and flat surfaces next.

Step 4: Clean the overlooked areas

To ensure a fully dust-free home, clean other items and other furniture exposed to the renovation zone. Here’s a quick list of some of the most overlooked areas:

• Lampshades and other light fixtures
• Appliances
• Home decor (sculptures, vases, magazines, clocks)
• Doorknobs
• Windowsills

Step 5: Clean and replace your air filters

The dust particles will have made its way into your air vents, even if you’ve only renovated a portion of your home. To clean, remove each of the vent covers and soak them in soap and warm water. Dry them thoroughly, and as you wait, replace any exposed air filters. Remember: do not skip this step. Dust will make its way through your respiratory system without you knowing, ultimately causing issues, such as allergies.

Step 4: Wash the floors

After wiping down surfaces, move on to the floor to sweep and mop any visible dust and dirt. Depending on the type of floor you have, you may have to use different methods to remove paint, putty, grout, mortar etc. Depending on the condition that the contractors left it in, you may need to spend quite a bit of time and elbow grease to get it cleaned up.

Final step: Enjoy your spot-free living space

Cleaning your home after a house construction is a grueling process but highly crucial. Never skip out on cleaning, as dust can pose a serious threat not only to your items but your health as well. These particles can quickly make their way to your respiratory system, causing issues and allergies. Don’t be surprised if you need to clean twice or thrice, though! Dust can be truly tricky to deal with, so if you’re not up for the job, it’s best to get professional cleaning help.

For the best post construction clean up services in Toronto, give us a call. We’ve been serving countless people since 1999, ensuring that our cleaning services are always topnotch. Contact us today!

Many ask us, “Why should I invest in a professional janitorial service?” — there’s a simple answer: it’ll save you time & money.

How you might ask? We’ll, its pretty simple. There are three ways off the bat where you can save money: (1) Not having to hire permanent staff, (2) hire specialized workers for the specific cleaning required and (3) save dollars from having your subject matter specialists do what they do best, instead of cleaning.

Not Having to hire permanent staff.
If you don’t already know, it can get quite costly to hire internal staff. Whether its the cost of government regulated expenses, insurance, WSIB, etc. there is a lot! On the other hand, some newer organizations are not in need of a 40-hours week cleaner. Maybe all you require is someone who can work 1 day for 8 hours, once a week? Who is really going to take a job like this? This is where a janitorial service comes in.

The Janitorial service would be able to support a smaller office such as this. How fantastic is that? Get the service you need without the heavy cost or commitment.

Hire Specialized Workers
Not every cleaning job or requirement is the same. Sometimes, depending on your companies product or service, you may require different cleaning types at different times. For example, if you are a construction company, you may require site cleanings on a quarterly basis once a project has been completed, and at the same time, you may require a weekly office cleaning too. Working with a janitorial service such as Diamond Cleaning Services, you can pay for what you use instead of having to hire two full teams; one for the office, and one of the finished construction site.

Last, but not least…

Wasting a Specialist’s Time.
If you are asking staff to clean up their own spaces and common areas, think again. This may sound like a good idea in order to preserve resources, however, it can get messy really quickly. Even if your staff spends 1 hour per week, that still equates to approximately 52 hours per year per staff member that is spent instead of working. Wow!

To see how the numbers stack up, lets take a look at an example: you have 10 staff members, each are paid $30.00 per hour. If each staff member spends 1 hour per week cleaning their space, that is a total of 10 hours per week of human resources (or real $$$) put towards cleaning. The numbers are astonishing:

Per Week: $35.00 * 10 hours = $350.00
Per Month: $350.00 * 4 (weeks) = $1,400.00
Per Year: $1,400.00 * 12 (months) = $16,800.00

Now that you can see the numbers, it makes sense to hire a third-party janitorial cleaning service. Diamond Cleaning Services would be happy to connect and provide you with a free quote. Please click here to be redirected to our estimate form.

When that time comes and you begin seeking a cleaning service, it can become quite daunting. Whether its commercial or residential, it can feel like a very massive decision. Lets be honest, it is, and that is because of all of the horror stories we’ve heard over the years from friends, family or the news.

This is the reason why we’ve procured a list that helps you when going down this journey.

1. Positive Reputation: a company that possess this most likely is established and has built in the right best practices that make them ‘that good’. Be sure to do your homework and read reviews, and ask questions.

2. Options That Fit You: a great cleaning company will often do their best to fit to your needs as that is how the industry works. You’ll definitely need to schedule your appointment, but if for whatever reason your workplace has an odd workforce schedule, they should be willing to work late evenings for early mornings to service your agreement.

3. References: you would think this is an obvious, but like many service industries, a company is only as good as their last reference. A good cleaning company will be able to provide you with more than one. Be sure to ask before dotting your I’s and crossing your T’s.

4. Years of Experience: if a company can be around for 20 years and still be in business and is continuing to grow, there’s a good chance that there one of the good guys. No company can remain in business if they are not a great company to work with. If you treat your customers poorly, the word will get around. That’s business.

5. Insurance & Bonding: these are the two items that actually protect you as the business or consumer. Insurance refers to an accident in your household/office and Bonding refers to the protection of your assets or personal belongings. Knowing that a company is investing to ensure their employee’s has both is a great sign and also keeps you safe.

Now that you know what to expect and ask for, we hope you make the right decision. Know that if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out and let us know how the team at Diamond Cleaning Services can support.