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Backpack Vacuums: Ergonomics - Correct Fit and Vacuuming TechniqueEveryone is familiar with backpack vacuums and how efficient they are when compared to the more traditional type vacuums. Besides increased production rates, however, backpacks have additional advantages that will definitely benefit both cleaning companies and the cleaning staff, especially cleaners that are older or may have back problems....
Have You Made the Switch to Microfiber Cleaning Cloths Yet?Microfibers seem to be everywhere these days. Have you made the switch yet? This advancement in cleaning technology now makes regular headlines in trade magazines....
Why Your House Cleaning Company Should Buy From Janitorial DistributorsThere is no getting around it - your cleaning business needs high quality cleaning supplies and equipment so you and your employees can effectively do the job of taking care of your clients' buildings. There are several places you can buy the chemicals you need to clean. Despite low prices, buying from a big box retailer might not be the most economical way for you to buy your cleaning supplies....
If you use microfiber cleaning cloths, then you've probably discovered that there are different grades of cloth available for different tasks. Most manufacturers will carry at least 3 different types of microfiber cloths. So how do you know which one to choose?...
Have you noticed an odor coming from your upright vacuum cleaner? If your vacuum uses cloth bags and they are not being emptied after the vacuum is used, baceria or mold inside the bag make cause odors....
When you work with vacuum cleaners every day as we do in the cleaning business, you have to learn how to deal with electrical cords that become twisted and kinked, prongs that break off, and wires that come loose from the plugs....
Where Should You Buy Your Cleaning Supplies?From cleaning chemicals to microfiber cloths to mop buckets, you need supplies and equipment to clean your customer's homes. But is there a "one-stop shop" that will best suit the needs of your cleaning company? There are plenty of options available and the decision can sometimes be overwhelming. You can buy supplies from janitorial distributors, big box stores, on-line stores, local retailers or even buying groups. Here are the most popular sources we have found our members use and we have included a few highlights (or lowlights) of what each of these sources has to offer....
If you're in need of an upright vacuum cleaner, then chances are you'll find dozens of choices as you begin your search. Make it easy on yourself by choosing one that has the features you need as a professional cleaner...
Whether you clean residential homes or office buildings, chances are you've had to clean solid surface countertops made of DuPont™ Corian®. Your customers have invested a lot of money in their countertops, so you want to make sure you're cleaning them according to the manufacturer's directions. Here are some tips for the care and cleaning of Corian countertops...
Unraveling the Mysteries of Vapor Steam CleaningWith the continued interest in green cleaning, the investment in a steam vapor system is one way to decrease the use of chemicals while still ensuring that you have a high degree of cleanliness. New technologies can be tough to incorporate into your existing cleaning protocol, but a steam vapor cleaning system can be an easy and profitable adjustment for your cleaning company....
If you've ever bought a vacuum cleaner from a "big box" retailer to use in your business, you've probably found out that it doesn't stand up well to the frequent use it gets in your cleaning business....
How to Extend the Life of Your Vacuum CleanerMany cleaning business owners have had an employee at one time or another call to say their vacuum cleaner doesn't work, or it doesn't have any suction. And most of those cleaning business owners found that there's nothing wrong with the vacuum other than the fact that the bag is as hard as a rock! This article offers tips on simple ways to train your employees on how to extend the life of the vacuums they use....
Have you noticed an odor coming from your upright vacuum cleaner? If your vacuum uses cloth bags and they are not being emptied after the vacuum is used, baceria or mold inside the bag make cause odors....
Professional Squeegee Care: The Key to Successful Window WashingIf washing windows is a part of how you make a living, then you're probably pretty efficient at the technique you use. But before you set out to wash windows you need to make sure you're using the right tools, and that you're taking care of those tools so they work the way they're supposed to. Using a professional squeegee is the first step, and knowing how to care for your squeegee is of utmost importance. Following are tips for squeegee care:...
Before you take your squeegee out and start washing windows, you want to make sure you've got the right tools. Obviously a professional squeegee is the most important tool in your arsenal. You'll also need a window washing bucket, which is easier to use and transport that a regular 5 gallon bucket....
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