{"id":3669,"date":"2019-06-14T15:17:49","date_gmt":"2019-06-14T19:17:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=3669"},"modified":"2019-06-14T15:18:11","modified_gmt":"2019-06-14T19:18:11","slug":"5-essential-things-to-know-before-hiring-a-cleaning-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/5-essential-things-to-know-before-hiring-a-cleaning-service\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Essential Things to Know Before Hiring a Cleaning Service"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a big difference between hiring a cleaner for your home and hiring a cleaner for your business. Obviously, scale is the biggest factor as for your home you will only need one cleaner, while for your business you may need a crew. The principles of hiring a cleaning service, however, are essentially the same for both. Read on for 5 essential things to know before hiring a cleaning service<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ensure the Cleaning Service Provides the Services You Require<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Decide ahead of time exactly what cleaning you require and at what frequency. Cover all angles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Flooring: the type of covering will be a factor. Do they need to be vacuumed or mopped? Do you require <a href=\"https:\/\/jollycleaningandrestoration.com\/carpet-cleaning\/\">carpet cleaning<\/a>?<\/li><li>Interior surfaces \u2013 are there desks and tables to be wiped over. Is there sensitive equipment to be considered?<\/li><li>Will any communal areas in a business place require special attention?<\/li><li>Are windows to be included in the package?<\/li><li>Are there specialist areas such as air duct cleaning?<\/li><li>Are outside areas to be included?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For hiring a house cleaner, some of these are not relevant but when you are requesting a quote, every aspect should be covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequency is an Important Aspect When Hiring a Cleaning Service<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Work with the company to establish the best time for them to perform their work. It should be convenient to your home affairs or your business operations. It should not be disruptive or intrusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The schedule should be very clear, but the company should also be amenable to changing times after a trial period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Cleaning Service Should Be Bonded and Insured<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are engaging a professional cleaning services company, always pick one that is bonded and insured. A surprising number of thefts are traced to cleaning companies, so you might also consider the case of insurance when you hire a house cleaner. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The insurance carried by a bonded cleaning company covers your home or business not just for theft but also for damage and any liability of the cleaning crew should they be injured or hurt while working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a bonded cleaning company, you also have the peace of mind that the employees have been through background checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Question of Equipment and Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hire an individual house cleaner, they will use your stuff but typically, the cleaning service will provide the cleaning supplies and equipment.&nbsp; This aspect should be included in your contract with the company.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should get into the nitty-gritty such as checking will they provide bags for trash cans, or if they use environmentally-friendly products if that is of concern to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the Reputation of the Cleaning Company<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are a very commercially driven society and it is very easy to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angieslist.com\/articles\/how-find-trustworthy-cleaning-services.htm\">check on a company\u2019s standing<\/a> these days. It is always best to research any company or organization before entering into an agreement\/contract with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Ask for references along with the quotes<\/li><li>Check the website for customer feedback<\/li><li>Look on review sites such as Yelp and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.co.uk\/Reviews\/index.htm\">Glassdoor<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider how long the company have been doing business and if you find negative reviews, look for responses as this will give a good indication of their customer services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a cleaning service is an essential part of your operations or an asset to your home life. Find a company\/cleaner you are happy will provide the service you want, at the time you want, and at a price you\u2019re happy with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Atyourbusiness.com is committed to providing online help and information for business owners. Browse our site for tips, business news of interest, as well as business tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is a big difference between hiring a cleaner for your home and hiring a cleaner for your business. Obviously, scale is the biggest factor as for your home you will only need one cleaner, while for your business you may need a crew. 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