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?”

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?”

Floor Maintenance: The Shining (or not)

We walk all over them, we run on them, we scratch them and track dirt all over them, yet the only time we notice them is when they’re dirty, worn or uneven. We’re talking about floors, of course — and floor maintenance. Shiny or matte? Most people think that shiny floors are a sign of … Continue reading “Floor Maintenance: The Shining (or not)”

Zen and the Art of Spring Cleaning

The spring is sprung, the grass is riz, time to get on the cleaning biz. The birds are singing, flowers are popping and the world’s getting a fresh start. Spring is the season of renewal and rebirth, so why not do the same for your home? The practice of cleaning is a powerful force for … Continue reading “Zen and the Art of Spring Cleaning”

5 Quick Recipes for Natural Cleaners

We recently wrote about the toxicity and harmful side effects of harsh chemical cleaning products used in the home and the dangers they present to children and pets. Instead of keeping a chemical lab in your broom closet, did you know that there are lots of healthier alternatives? Not only are natural cleaners less harmful … Continue reading “5 Quick Recipes for Natural Cleaners”

Workplace Waste Diversion Plans: simply smart business

Fact: as much as 90% of office waste could be recycled or composted. Implementing a workplace waste diversion plan isn’t just a feel-good environmental thing. It’s also a smart business move that can reduce costs and foster team spirit. Paper, paper, read all about it! Whatever happened to the paperless office that was predicted decades … Continue reading “Workplace Waste Diversion Plans: simply smart business”

Harmful Cleaning Products: How to Keep Your Kids and Pets Safe

Detergents, window cleaners, furniture polish, disinfectants, floor cleaners, bleach – you’ve probably got a variety of jugs and spray bottles in your cleaning arsenal. And if you think about it, all those harmful cleaning products practically turn your broom closet into somewhat of a chemical lab. But remember those safety precautions you learned in high … Continue reading “Harmful Cleaning Products: How to Keep Your Kids and Pets Safe”