Summer Office Composting Best Practices

In the City of Vancouver, composting is a mandatory practice. It is also a great way to reduce waste and promote environmental consciousness. However, managing composting in an office setting, especially during the summer months, requires careful planning to avoid common pitfalls. Let’s explore how to effectively manage office composting during the summer while maintaining a clean, fresh-smelling, and pest-free workspace.

Common Office Composting Mistakes

One of the most common mistakes when composting is improper sorting of waste. It’s essential to educate employees on what can and cannot be composted. Food scraps, coffee grounds, and plant-based materials are typically suitable, while plastics, metals, and certain paper products are not. Contamination from non-compostable items can lead to unpleasant…

Best Practices for Combating COVID-19 Outbreaks in the Workplace

The global pandemic has reshaped the way we live and work, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. With new and increasingly contagious strains circulating again this summer, it is crucial to implement cleaning strategies that help combat airborne illness. Here are some best practices that every business should consider for employee well-being and long-term business stability.

Promote Hygiene Practices

Encourage and facilitate proper hygiene practices among employees. Provide ample hand sanitizing stations throughout your business and promote frequent handwashing with soap and water. Display signage reminding employees of proper cough and sneeze etiquette and the importance of wearing masks where necessary. Encourage employees to stay home if they are feeling…

How Often Should You Clean Your Business’s Exterior Windows During the Summer?

With more daylight hours during the summer, your business’s exterior windows must be looking their best. It may seem like a minor detail, but the cleanliness of your business’s windows can significantly impact its overall appearance and even influence customer perceptions. Here’s why regular window cleaning during the summer months is not just beneficial but essential for any commercial establishment.

Frequency of Cleaning

How often should you clean your business’s exterior windows in the summer? The answer depends on several factors including your location, weather conditions, and the type of business you operate. However, a general rule of thumb is to schedule commercial window cleaning at least once every 1-2 months during the summer. This frequency helps to prevent the build-up of dust, pollen, bird droppings,…

The Benefits of Stripping & Waxing Commercial Floors During Summer

With the days getting longer and the summer sun casting its warm glow, now is the perfect time to rejuvenate your commercial space: starting with the floors. Stripping and waxing commercial floors might not be the first thing on your mind when you think of summer maintenance, but it’s a crucial investment that yields numerous benefits. Let’s explore why this seasonal upkeep is essential for maintaining a pristine and inviting environment for your business.

Enhanced Appeal

First impressions matter, and floors play a significant role in shaping how clients perceive a business. Over time, foot traffic, spills, and general wear can diminish the shine of floors, making them look dull and worn out. Stripping away old wax from high-traffic areas and applying fresh layers restores the glossy finish and enhances the overall aesthetic…

Eco-Friendly Summer Office Cleaning Tips

As temperatures rise and summer settles in, it’s the perfect time to consider freshening up your office space and revamping your cleaning practices. It is also the ideal time to consider how your current cleaning practices are affecting the environment. Adopting more eco-friendly cleaning measures will not only reduce your business’s carbon footprint, but it will also help promote a healthier workspace.

Here are some sustainable cleaning tips to keep your office sparkling clean this summer.

Use Microfibre Cloths

Eliminate disposable cleaning wipes and paper towels from your everyday office cleaning and instead opt for eco-friendly reusable microfibre cloths. These cloths are highly effective at trapping dust, dirt, and bacteria without harsh chemicals. Microfibre cloths are durable, washable, and significantly…

Clean Green Solutions Supports The Children’s Miracle Network Costco Campaign

Sustainability will always be a team effort. Whether it’s small actions such as implementing green cleaning practices, becoming a green-certified business, or supporting charitable organizations that help make the planet green, or big actions, every action has an impact. Being an eco-friendly commercial and office cleaning company, Clean Green Solutions is especially aware of what it can do to help make the world a better place. As a result, they are proud to donate to numerous local charities that help make this goal a reality. One charity they support is the Children’s Miracle Network, on behalf of Costco Canada.

The Children’s Miracle Network

The Children’s Miracle Network raises funds and awareness for numerous hospitals across Canada and other countries around the world. Donations always stay local to help…

Ways to Prevent Poor Business Cleaning

First impressions are vital; the last thing anyone wants upon entering a business is to find themselves surrounded by a dirty environment. Implement good cleaning practices to create a more inviting commercial space for your customers and guests. As a business owner, there are many actions you and your employees can take to promote consistent and high-quality cleaning in your commercial space.

Regular Communication

Keeping a business clean will always be a team effort. It is important to communicate regularly regarding cleaning/hygiene standards and expectations with your staff. Everyone should be aware of company hygiene policies and updates to cleaning practices. Regular communication with your commercial cleaners will prevent miscommunications and improve cleaning. Sharing feedback, whether good or bad, helps…

Areas in a Commercial Space to Prioritize During the Summer 

You may find that summer is a slower time for your commercial business – the weather is nice, and everyone is planning holidays away – but that doesn’t mean you should also slow down your cleaning. Instead, summer can be one of the best times to prioritize deep cleaning some of the areas in your business that may be getting neglected during the busier times of the year. 

So, where are some of the places that you can focus your cleaning efforts this summer?

Exterior Surfaces

First impressions are important, so as a business owner you must make sure the first thing your customers see when they arrive at your commercial space is a clean and inviting exterior. Take a look at your windows, walkways and other exterior surfaces. Summer is a great time to get your windows cleaned, especially if you want to take full advantage …

Wax a Floor With a Mop

How to Wax a Floor With a Mop

Mopping a floor with wax is the most crucial step in keeping the floor clean and appealing. Whether it’s a residential house, an office building, or a commercial establishment, a waxed floor is more than a matter of appearance; but also serves as the protector of your floor against daily usage. In this in-depth article, we will go through the stages of the process of cleaning a floor with a mop from beginning to end, starting with the surface preparation and ending with the maintenance of the wax finish. By following these instructions, you can attain the result of a shiny and durable finish that will make your floors always look their best.

Preparing the Floor for Waxing

It is of utmost importance to ensure the surface is ready for the process of mopping the floor with wax before starting the process. This stage ensures …

Areas in an Office Where Pests Thrive

When picturing the places where pests thrive, you may be imagining messy surroundings, covered in filth; but the truth is that it doesn’t take an excessive mess to encourage pests in a workplace. With summer approaching, you may see common intruders such as ants, flies, mosquitos, cockroaches and rodents entering your commercial space seeking relief from the heat. The best thing you can do to prevent this is to avoid leaving food, garbage, and clutter around the office. 

Keeping an eye out for rodents and pests, maintaining a clean working environment, and addressing problem areas help minimize office infestations and create a healthy office.

Check Your Floors

Dirty floors and carpets are common culprits for attracting pests in an office. Customers and employees may unwittingly track pests into your business from outdoors…