The professional cleaning industry is developing at a very fast pace in Poland. Today we can choose from many companies that present different offers. Nobody wants to employ someone who is not properly prepared to perform tasks that are often complex and require appropriate knowledge. After all, cleaning staff often come into contact with the company's most valuable assets. Therefore, trust is the basis in this industry. How to look for a company that will meet our expectations? What should we pay attention to if we want professional services?
Research your needs
Do you need an office cleaning company? Or maybe you are looking for someone who will bring sparkle to your apartment building? Depending on your needs or the requirements of your company, take such offers and price lists of cleaning companies into account. Some rooms, for example server rooms, require a very careful and specialized approach to work. Check whether the area to be cleaned requires additional equipment or non-standard cleaning agents.
Once you know what you’re looking for, start analyzing the local market for cleaning companies. Enter a phrase such as “cleaning company” or “professional cleaning company” into the search engine and add the name of your city. Who knows, maybe there is a reputable company near your company and you will not only save on the transport of the team to you, but also support a local business?
Comprehensive cleaning services
After analyzing your needs, it is time to familiarize yourself with the offers presented by companies available on the market. Pay attention to whether a given company offers what you care about most. If you are a restaurant owner, check whether they have experience in cleaning surfaces in contact with food. If you are looking for a company responsible for cleaning medical rooms, verify whether the company offers thorough disinfection among its services.
Many people look for companies that focus on the comprehensiveness of their services – they are prepared for various working conditions and the staff is suitably qualified. If your needs will change over the duration of the contract or are already demanding and diversified, perhaps a company offering a very diverse range of services will be the best fit.
Check opinions on the Internet
In the 21st century, opinions posted on the Internet by service recipients and product users are a natural part of marketing. Although you should not blindly believe everything that is posted on the Internet, it is worth using opinions posted on popular websites when choosing a service provider. It is also worth visiting thematic internet forums, where you can also find a lot of interesting and useful information. What is most valuable are recommendations from people we know – perhaps one of your friends can advise you on this difficult choice?
Qualified staff is essential
Verify whether the cleaning company you choose has the right people on its team. Are they well-trained people who can be fully trusted? As a customer, you have the right to know what competences the service provider’s employees boast of. By investing in the training of its staff and equipping them with the necessary, efficient and modern equipment, the company builds its image as an expert in its industry – and we are looking for experts.
Contract duration – service schedule
We often want an ongoing cleaning service rather than a one-off cleaning. When negotiating the terms of the contract, it is worth asking the company for references or asking it to ensure in another way that its employees will always arrive at the agreed time and perform their work effectively.
At this stage, it is worth considering how long we want to sign a contract with the company and how often we plan to use its services. Also at this time, it is a good idea to ask what other entities the company already serves – maybe it can boast of long-term cooperation with an institution?
Good technique is not the only thing that counts – a few words about cleaning products
The cleaning chemicals available on the market are very diverse. The agents used to clean our office should not be selected randomly. If you want professional cleaning, be sure to check the quality of the products that the cleaning team will use. Ask about products for different materials from which furniture is made – there is not only one material in the office. The surfaces are very diverse and require different cleaning techniques. If the company you are analyzing uses Clinex products, you can be sure that these products are completely safe.
The cleaning company should choose professional and safe disinfectants, such as Clinex DEZO Med , a disinfecting and cleaning preparation also suitable for surfaces in contact with food. In a world where we still feel the breath of a pandemic, caring for protection against viruses should be of particular importance. Hospitals, beauty salons, kindergartens and many other spaces require thorough disinfection, which should be ensured by every good cleaning company.
Certificates and insurance are additional advantages!
The cleaning company should have insurance against accidental damage. This proves how professionally he approaches the assigned tasks. Verify this information, especially if your company has expensive equipment that requires specialized cleaning methods.
Another issue are certificates, which we do not have to know perfectly. However, this does not change the fact that such industry confirmations about the company’s quality should help us choose the right service provider. It is worth remembering a document such as the Guarantor of Cleanliness and Hygiene, which is issued by the Polish Chamber of Commerce for Cleanliness.
Professional equipment – professional company
Is the company you are negotiating a contract with prepared to clean very high windows in your office? Or does it have so-called “cars” for cleaning the floor? Appropriate equipment is the basis for effective and professional work by cleaning companies.
If you are looking for a company to clean production halls, it should be equipped with advanced self-propelled cleaning machines. Here, the level of skill and experience of the employee – operator, also plays a key role. Remember that a lot is happening in workplaces – transport of materials, movement of a forklift.
You certainly care about the safety of all your employees and the service provider’s employees. Check whether the cleaning company implements its actions on time – a responsible approach to the schedule will prevent possible crisis situations.
Additional services – additional benefits for you
When talking to the service provider, ask whether they offer, for example, seasonal work, such as taking care of green areas, snow removal, raking, etc. If you hire one team that is flexible and open to providing additional services, you will save money and time. It is worth asking about additional work and their price.
A recipe for a good cleaning company – a knowledge pill for you and your company
To sum up, choosing the right company offering professional cleaning services can be an important aspect in the development of your business. Remember to pay attention to aspects such as:
- company equipment – appropriate equipment, machines and high-quality cleaning products,
- qualified staff – specialists who are fully trained and have experience in various cleaning and maintenance services,
- flexibility and openness of the company – taking into account the schedule and possible additional services,
- punctuality in the provision of services – to avoid disruptions to the business routine of your company,
- knowledge of the latest techniques in the profession, the use of ecological cleaning products and other additional factors that you particularly care about.
