Have you ever received multiple cleaning service proposals only to find that the prices vary dramatically? It’s a common scenario that often leaves business managers wondering what’s driving these differences. Most of the variation comes from how each company calculates the number of labor hours required to clean your facility. However, several other factors also influence pricing. When reviewing [...]
Are Your Entrance Mats doing Their Job? As the First Line of Defense for Your Floors, Matting Matters Winter weather brings more than just cold temperatures—it also brings dirt, salt, and moisture into your facility. The right matting system is your first line of defense, preventing mud, snow & slush, salt residue, [...]
If you’re responsible for managing janitorial services at your facility, you’re likely juggling many other responsibilities as well. While every organization operates differently, the pressure to reduce costs is a constant challenge for most managers. Keeping expenses in check is essential to running an efficient operation. When it comes to janitorial services, however, cost-cutting can sometimes lead to a [...]
Understanding Janitorial Service Startups and Avoiding Shortages During the Transition When potential clients contact us, they’re often frustrated with their current cleaning provider. We craft a proposal of how we can better meet their needs and improve their experience and once it’s been decided to partner together, they usually “ask when can you start?” Here’s a scenario that we [...]
Determining the Cost of Cleaning Your Building “How much will it cost to keep your facility clean and inviting?” This is one of the most frequent questions we get when discussing our janitorial services. Many clients go straight to the pricing section of our proposal, eager to understand the numbers. For those involved in [...]
From the desk of Mike Eller, President and Integrator, Populist Cleaning Co Making Life Better: The Power of Quality Partnering At Populist, our mission is simple: Making Life Better. But what does that truly mean? We believe lasting change and tangible improvements in our lives happen through the everyday connections we build with the [...]
Deep Dives and Supplies - are you taking advantage of these value added services? We all know that daily cleaning maintains an environment that improves employee productivity, health, and well-being and creates a positive impression on customers and clients. Deep cleaning, known as project work in our industry, is often [...]
Conquer Clutter and Cultivate a Culture of Cleanliness in Your Workplace We spend a significant portion of our lives in the workplace. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics there are about 2,080 working hours in a year for an employee who works a traditional 8 hours per day/40-hour workweek. It’s safe to [...]
Think in-house is more cost-effective? Your time is precious. You need to be able to focus on your business - without distractions. Unless your business is in the janitorial industry, you probably don’t know the ins and outs of janitorial operations: efficient work flow, cleaning chemicals, equipment, best hiring practices, proper training, and inspection procedures. You also don’t have [...]
What to Expect from a Cleaning Company Running on E.O.S.® How you spend your time at work is crucial to your business. When you clock in to start your week, what's the first thing you do? Do you grab a cup of coffee before you wrap up that project from last week, or do you dreadfully [...]
