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Restaurant cleaning

On April 13, 2012, in Restaurant cleaning, by admin
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Restaurant is not only a place where you eat and drink. It’s a place where you can relax and enjoy your free time with people you cherish the most. This place should offer delicious meals, reasonable prices and of course nice atmosphere. If all this you find in one place, you become a regular customer. The restaurant owners do everything possible to attract their customers. They should take into account that cleanliness plays one of the major roles in attracting customers. No one can feel comfortable in a dirty, cluttered or unorganized place. Without regular restaurant cleaning, dirt, dust, grime, and bacteria can build up in a few days. This will lead to decrease in customer visits and possible food-borne illness. To prevent these contaminants, restaurant owners should maintain cleanliness, sanitize all work surfaces, and stay organized and detail-oriented. Owners who care about reputation of their restaurant should consider hiring a restaurant cleaning service.

Depending on the area in which the restaurant is located, prices for hiring a restaurant cleaning service may very substantially. As fees for commercial cleaning services can range in price drastically, some business owners may hire cleaning services on a once or twice a month basis. In such situation, the employees of the restaurant will be responsible for the day-to-day cleaning.

At the initial visit of restaurant cleaning services, restaurant owners can discuss the needs,  requirements and prices. Restaurant owners may want to sign a contract that highlights responsibilities to avoid possible complications in the future.

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Is it safe to clean high rise windows?

On April 13, 2012, in Window cleaning, by admin
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How to clean the windows of high rise buildings and skyscrapers? The answer is with the help of professional high rise window cleaning service. Professional cleaning companies have specialized equipment to clean the windows of high rise buildings. Cleaning windows of tall buildings is a dangerous task, impossible to complete without the properly trained cleaning specialists. They are trained in the proper methods and cleaning techniques that are involved in this not an easy process. The employees of high rise window cleaning services undergo safety training and are insured because their occupation is very high risk. Safety takes priority in such kind of work. High rise window cleaning requires the use of specialized equipment to properly perform the job. Window cleaners use products that remove salt residue, hard water stains, pollen and dust. The products they use do not leave streaks or soapy residue on the windows. High rise window cleaning companies buy only high quality products, they won’t do the same work twice only because of the poor quality of products. In most cases they use commercial cleaning products.

There are many factors that must be taken into account when washing the windows of high rise buildings. Some of them include the design and shape of the building, surrounding areas (parking lots, trees, etc.), weather conditions and the daily activity associated with the building. Each factor affects the amount of time that is needed to access and clean the windows. Many cleaning companies prefer to clean the windows at night or on the weekends to eliminate such factors as weather conditions and daily activity associated with the building.

Hotels, hospitals, condominiums, shopping malls, universities and industrial plants use the services of high rise window cleaning companies. Some high rise window cleaning companies also provide interior window cleaning services will other companies only focus on cleaning the exterior windows. Most high rise window cleaning services are performed about twice a year. Newly constructed buildings should be cleaned up to four times in their first year of existence.

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Tips for spring cleaning the office

On April 13, 2012, in Office area, by admin
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Spring is a time of renewal. Your company also should prepare for some office renovation. Take care of your office and it will become a productive place to work.

First of all, look around. Find a work environment where you spend most of your time. Exactly, it’s work desk. This place should be clean and well-organized. Try to have only necessary items on your desktop that you use everyday. In most cases, your telephone, computer, planner, writing items and action files will be left on your desktop. You might need some other items depending on your job functions. Try to file papers in the appropriate filing system. If you are working on some current project, store it in its own file folder. Create your to-do list and consolidate your sticky notes into it.

Second, pay attention to what surrounds your desk. It’s better to keep a minimum of items around you. Those items that you need should be located so that you can find and use them easily.

Third, check your office supplies. Maybe you are low on some, then replenish it.

You should keep your office clean and well-organized. The best way to complete this task is to maintain your work environment on a daily basis. Cleaning your office regularly will help you avoid the build up of clutter. In addition, if your office is free of bacteria, you stay healthy and use your work time efficiently.

This is not a difficult task to clean up your work space at the end of the day, and get it ready for the next day. This process will take few minutes. If daily maintenance is not possible, try at least every week or month.

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How to sanitize a restroom?

On April 5, 2012, in Office area, by admin
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Every office building or retail establishment has a restroom facility. It’s very important to sanitize the restroom in order to keep it clean, presentable and free of bacteria. It’s necessary to schedule a daily cleaning. You should use a cleaning and disinfecting solution that not only kills germs but also removes debris and odor quickly. There is a plenty of commercial cleaning products available in the market. Choose quality cleaning products to sanitize and clean your restroom facility. You can use environmentally friendly cleaning products such as vinegar and baking soda. If you decide to preserve the planet and switch to eco-friendly cleaning solutions, sprinkle 1 cup white vinegar and 1 cup baking soda into each toilet bowl. Let sit for few minutes while you clean the rest of the bathroom, then scrub with a toilet bowl brush and flush the toilets.

Don’t forget to empty the trash cans. This also should be done on a daily basis. Fill a spray bottle with 1 cup white vinegar and 2 cups water. Mist over sinks, stall doors, paper towel dispensers, and similar surfaces. Wipe off with a damp cleaning rag.

The last task that should be completed is mopping the bathroom floor. Mix 1 gallon water with 1 cup white vinegar and fill a bucket with the solution or use the recommended portion of water and commercial cleaner. Dip your mop into the mixture and wring out the mop. You should clean the entire floor, including around sinks and toilet bowls. If you want to prevent footprints from forming as the floor dries, you should begin by cleaning one corner of the restroom and work your way backward toward the restroom exit door.

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How to Clean an Air Conditioner?

On April 5, 2012, in Cleaning advice, by admin
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Every office has an air-conditioning system. It’s very difficult to work in an office that doesn’t have air conditioning especially if the office is located in a hot, humid climate. Fortunately air conditioners have become an accepted feature in all offices.

It is very important to clean your air conditioner from time to time. Cleaning air conditioners regularly improves employees’ health by removing moldy dust, and improves the performance of the air conditioner.

It’s better to hire cleaning company to clean your office air conditioners. The cleaners will do the work in a safe and professional manner. But if you want to save money on cleaning your air conditioners and have stuff that can cope with this cleaning task, follow our hints. Hope they will be useful.

The first step is to remove the filter from the front grille. After removing it, sprinkle water on it and use a rag. Apply detergent on the filter. After the filter becomes soapy, submerge it in a tray of hot water and keep aside for about 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove the filter from water and rinse it with warm water. Hang it up to dry.

After this, remove the front grille from the main body. Then, take out the metal cover by unscrewing the screws. Keep these screws in the tin can. Then take out the oil plugs of the fan to display the oil holes using screwdrivers. Apply few drops of oil to the oil holes. Then remove dirt and dust from the front fin using the brush.

Once the dirt is gone, spray the surface with greasers or spray cleaners. After 15 minutes, slowly pour hot water to remove all the dirt. Be careful using water. The water shouldn’t come into contact with the electrical cables, wires and the refrigerator coils. The same process of cleaning and watering needs to be done for the condenser. Then, wipe the fan blades using a rag. The final step is to vacuum the entire unit. Any excess water should be drained out.

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Commercial window cleaning: cleaning tools

On April 5, 2012, in Window cleaning, by admin
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Every business should maintain its corporate image. Having the windows professionally cleaned will help cope with this not an easy task. Sparkling clean windows will add a glance to every view. If you want your business sparkle, hire professional window cleaning company. This cleaning provider will be responsible for your sparkling clean windows and will cope with the window cleaning job in a timely manner.

The appropriate tools will be necessary for successful window cleaning. The cleaning company will be responsible for all cleaning supplies. The professional cleaners use squeegee with a replaceable high quality rubber blade to remove the water/cleaning solution from the window glass after it has been scrubbed. The correct use of the squeegee is critical to professional cleaning results. Most people suppose that the cleaning solution is the secret to successful window cleaning. However, it is the technique, and cleaning tools used by cleaning stuff. The cleaners also should have a large enough bucket to fit the squeegee and mop. The actual window washing will be done with the help of a scrubbing wand or mop that will be used to quickly soap the windows. To remove built-up debris an especially designed for glass scraper will be used.

Professional cleaners are aware of the proper amount of pressure and speed necessary to successfully complete the cleaning job. Rely on them to thoroughly clean the windows of your facility. Maintain your corporate image and keep your windows sparkling clean.

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Odor removal tips

On March 29, 2012, in Odor removal, by admin
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If you want to get rid of that bad odor that irritates you, the first thing you need to do is to remove the cause of this odor. Open the windows of your office to increase the air flow. Make sure you let the sun in to help dissipate smoke and other odors as you try to eliminate the cause. It will be good to put the smelly items outside for a while. Also, you can fill small dishes with vinegar or vanilla for an inexpensive smoke eater. Vinegar isan environmentally friendly cleaning products that works effectively in smoke odor removal. If your company doesn’t skimp on cleaning you can buy odor neutralizer from a janitorial supply store. This costly cleaning solution will work more effectively.

The odors that remain after a fire cling to your walls and furniture. That’s why it is not so easy to remove such odors. If we are talking about unpleasant odors caused by the fire, in most cases people hire professional odor removal companies to get rid of that odors. Cleaning professionals use strong smoke odor removal solutions that work in a short time. Generally it takes a relatively long time for cleaning companies to complete the odor removal procedures. Also, a lot of these services cost a fortune. But it’s definitely worth to hire the cleaning company.

The odors caused by fire are very harmful to the health of the people who stay in the facility. Special attention should be paid to the areas of the facility which have been severely damaged by fire. The smoke odors penetrate your walls, ceilings, drapes, carpets, rugs, furniture and other surfaces. Oftentimes, ozone generators are used to help eliminate the odors. These equipments will release oxygen ozone gas which will remove the odors from the air and the surfaces. If you deal with stubborn smoke odor you should should know that the longer you put it off, the harder it will get to remove this odor.

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Useful office cleaning tips

On March 29, 2012, in Cleaning advice, by admin
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Average American spends nearly 40 hours a week in the office. Sometimes the person is doing the jobs of two or three people simultaneously. There is no surprise that this person is overwhelmed with the amount of work that needs to be done. He or she doesn’t think about the most efficient way to accomplish a task. The person is tired and at the end of the week, when it’s time to go home, can search under piles of paper for his/her car keys or cell phone. This is not a god signs. If you want to improve the productivity of your employees, first thing you should take into account is the fact that clean office makes for a clear head. Clean and well-organized workplace will help you work efficiently. You won’t be forced to shuffle through mounds of paperwork to find the one folder you need. Everything will be in its right place. Here are few tips how to make your office clean and well-organized.

First of all get rid of junk. You should throw away the stuff that clutters up your space. Collect all magnet business cards, calendars, pens, pencils, coffee cups and just say “no” their presence on your desk. And don’t feel guilty for throwing your freebies away.

The next step is to assign a place for everything. Putting everything in its right place will help you not only find what you need in a pinch, but also clean your office in an easy way. If you get in habit putting things away, decluttering becomes a very quick and easy task. This will help you keep a few empty shelves for new item that will come into play.

If your table acts as the kitchen for your office you definitely should keep it clean. Your desk is the place where everything gets dropped. Then, you need to get to your computer fighting with all the chips and crumbs. Strive to keep your desk clean. We understand that you are busy enough and you don’t have time to stop and clean. That’s why it’s better to schedule your desk cleaning. Make it a daily routine.

If you eat at your desk, there probably can be old stains left on your desk or even electronics. You can fix this problem. Go to your local office supply store, buy some wipes that are specifically made for electronics. Wipe down your monitor and keyboard using these wipes. Try do repeat this procedure on a daily basis. This will help you keep your computer free of dust and debris.

Piles of paper is another office problem. It’s very easy to mess your desk with lots of papers. Not to resolve this problem it’s better to prevent it. Set up a system of file folders. Clearly label them and make it a habit to use them.

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Office Cleaning Contracts

On March 26, 2012, in Cleaning contracts, by admin
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Most cleaning companies are willing to tie their clients into contracts. Doing so provides important protection for cleaning provider as well as your business. Signing a contract can give you confidence in the job done by cleaning provider. It’s much easier to keep up with whether or not the work is being performed the way that it should be done when the service, payment and other details are formalized in a contract. This also helps to determine if additional services may be needed. So, signing a contract has pluses for both, the cleaning company and the office owner. One more advantage is that oftentimes cleaning companies offer diferrent discounts for their regular clients. If you hire cleaning company on a regular basis, you automatically get on the right side of a company.

In most cases, commercial cleaning companies offer their customers a standard service contract. Nevertheless, you should carefully review a proposed contract to make sure that it accurately reflects your needs and that all cleaning services that you need the cleaning company to perform are included. If additional services need to be added or you prefer to make some other changes, feel free to discuss these changes with the official representative of the cleaning company. It’s very important to feel comfortable with the company you choose to do business with. Even more better is to realize that your cleaning requirements are met professionally.

There is no doubt it’s better to spell out all the details and specifics of the agreement in a formal contract. But it’s up to you whether you want to be tied to a contract or not. There are plenty of cleaning companies that don’t require to sign a contract.

As trust is essential to the relationship you shoud have confidence in the company you hire. Its stuff will be spending a good bit of time in your office, most likely after hours. That’s why it’s better to check company’s references prior to selecting your cleaning provider. Do a little research, then you will have enough information to make the right choice that will fit all of your needs.

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How to Clean a Computer Screen

On March 26, 2012, in Computer cleaning, by admin
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If you want to extent the life of your computer monitor, preserve your vision and save your money you should know how to properly clean your monitor.

Before resolving the problem what product and tool you need to use to clean your monitor, determine the type of your computer screen. It really depends. Generaly, there are two categories of computer monitors: CRT or LCD.

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) monitors are older models. Their screens are made of glass, that’s why you can clean them with commercial cleaning products.

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitors on the contrast store multiple sheets of a non-glass polarizing material with a layer of liquid crystal solution in between. That’s why you cannot clean  LCD monitors in the samemanner as glass CRT monitors.

Remember that you should be very careful during the cleaning process.

When cleaning CRT monitors it’s better to vacuum them prior to cleaning. There are many cleaning products recommended to clean glass monitors, Windex is among them. But remember, you should never spray a liquid cleaner directly on a monitor, as the cleaning solution could seep into the screen. Always spray the solution on a soft cloth or paper towel, and then gently wipe the glass monitor.

When cleaning LCD computer skreens you should be even more careful. You can seriously damage your LCD monitor if you choose the wrong type of solution. You must remember that you simply cnnot use a cleaner that contains acetone if you want to prolong the life of your monitor and save money not buying a new one. You can use gentle microfiber cloth or a soft cotton rag to clean your LCD monitor.

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