Dealing with Fruit Flies: Tips for Prevention and Control

Fruit flies, those tiny nuisances that seem to appear out of nowhere, can be a persistent problem in many households and businesses, especially during warmer months. These small insects are attracted to ripe or fermenting fruits and vegetables, making kitchens, lunchrooms and cafeterias their favorite spots. While fruit flies are harmless to humans, their presence … Continue reading “Dealing with Fruit Flies: Tips for Prevention and Control”

Cleaning Industry Terms

Understanding terms used in the cleaning industry helps to ensure you are receiving the right service and are providing a cleaner, safer building for your employees and visitors. We hope these terms make it an easier Terms and explanation Types of Cleaning If there are questions or comments regarding the above terms, please don’t hesitate … Continue reading “Cleaning Industry Terms”

How to clean washrooms

With commercial cleaning services, there are 2 main areas of your office which will receive the most traffic. The lunchroom/cafeteria and your washrooms. With multiple staff and visitors using your washroom facilities, it’s one of the most important areas to deep clean, specifically your toilets. Each employee averages 2-3 visits per day.  Depending on your … Continue reading “How to clean washrooms”

Quoting and Pricing model for Commercial Cleaning

When Allcare Account Managers tour your site for a No-Obligation Contract Cleaning quote, we ask questions and observe your site to best design a cleaning program specifically for you. From the time we enter your facility, we survey not only the design, size and environment, but consider the following factors: From noting the areas in … Continue reading “Quoting and Pricing model for Commercial Cleaning”

Clustering Flies:  What are they and how do I keep them out of my office or home?

Business and homeowners are often inundated with flies in the late winter and spring.  As they hide from the cold and wake up to the warmer weather. While they do not promote a health hazard, they are a nuisance.  They can leave stains on walls or fabrics resulting in Carpet/upholstery cleaning being required.. They can … Continue reading “Clustering Flies:  What are they and how do I keep them out of my office or home?”

How Often Should we have our office cleaning done?

Office cleaning frequencies vary from building to building. Many factors which come into consideration.  Besides the obvious of size of property, type of business, and use of space, the following are additional items to consider: The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety discussed in the their article Workplace Housekeeping-Basic Guide further important information. Click … Continue reading “How Often Should we have our office cleaning done?”

Why should I outsource my office cleaning services?

Outsourcing the janitorial/commercial cleaning services for your business can be a daunting process.  With so many factors to consider, where do you start? Firstly, Do I need it? Couldn’t my staff do it? How much will it cost? Will my building and its contents be safe and secure? What are the benefits? While exploring the … Continue reading “Why should I outsource my office cleaning services?”

Why Thryv?

Managing over 300 customers takes a great deal of commitment, communication and organization. Allcare required a Do-It-All small business software.  After researching different option, we set up a meeting with their Canadian Marketing Manager, and discussed how Thryv could benefit us. Thryv is not only a CRM tool. It has the following benefits which allow … Continue reading “Why Thryv?”

Clean Windows Can Improve Moods

“My favourite journey is looking out the window.” -Edward Gorey A home is usually the biggest investment most people will ever make. And according to real estate agents, one of the biggest factors in choosing a property is the quality of natural light in the home. So let the sunshine in — through clean windows! … Continue reading “Clean Windows Can Improve Moods”