All Pro Cleaning Systems has been in the business cleaning industry for a long time. Over the years, we have cleaned industrial buildings, offices, restaurants, daycare centers, and even private schools. So much experience has taught us a lot, including the fact that there are some common problems small businesses face in the fight to keep their spaces clean.
We discuss five of those problems – along with appropriate solutions – in the following paragraphs. As you read, we hope you’ll remember that All Pro Cleaning Systems is available to take on as much of your cleaning responsibilities as you need. We also offer facility maintenance services.
Problem #1: Neglecting Certain Areas
There are certain areas in every business space that don’t get cleaned as often or as thoroughly as they should. Some of these neglected areas are ignored because they are difficult to get to. Others are neglected because they are hidden from view. But they still need attention every now and again.
Commonly neglected areas include shelving, areas behind office furniture, and spaces behind and underneath break room appliances. What is the solution? Creating a regular cleaning schedule that includes neglected areas. When cleaners are reminded by a schedule, they are less likely to neglect areas that are difficult to reach or hard to see.
Problem #2: Insufficient Resources
The second problem is pretty common among small businesses: insufficient resources. Small businesses tend to operate with smaller staff. Their budgets are small as well. The combination of limited time, limited team members, and a very tight budget often results in putting cleaning on the back burner.
There is no easy solution to this particular problem. However, a small business struggling to keep things clean should seriously look into hiring commercial cleaners. Professional office and business cleaning is a lot more affordable than you might think.
Problem #3: High Traffic
Cleaning schedules are often determined by traffic. The more traffic an area gets, though more frequently it needs to be cleaned. For small businesses operating in limited spaces, high traffic is the norm. Workers are constantly coming and going in small spaces that leave very little room to move. And when that happens, it is easy to neglect cleaning.
The solution to this problem is to clean after hours. It’s a simple solution that is often difficult to implement because of limited resources. But once again, this is a scenario for which professional cleaning services are ideal.
Problem #4: A Lack of Knowledge
Small businesses that rely on staff members (not properly trained as cleaners) to handle cleaning responsibilities often face challenges that come with a lack of knowledge. Those workers may not know the proper techniques for cleaning certain areas of the building. They may have little knowledge about appropriate cleaning solutions and how to use them.
A lack of knowledge can lead to a commercial space not being cleaned as thoroughly as it ought to be. Perhaps restrooms are surface cleaned but not sanitized. Maybe an industrial environment is more prone to mold and mildew because certain surfaces are not cleaned properly. The solution? Either training or bringing in a professional cleaning service.
Problem #5: Cluttered Spaces
Rounding out the list are cluttered spaces. They can make routine cleaning a real chore. Fortunately, solving this particular problem is as easy as getting rid of the clutter. A clutter free environment is a much easier environment to clean.
If you own a small business and you’re struggling to keep things clean, let’s talk. Give the All Pro Cleaning Systems team an opportunity to explain how we can help.
