In building and running my residential cleaning business, one of the most difficult concepts to enforce was disinfecting. Whether the people you hire are experienced cleaners or newbies, most house cleaners don’t give proper disinfecting procedures the respect they deserve. Many experienced cleaners were aware of the importance of disinfecting, but had acquired a lot […]
What is Borax and How do You Use It?
If you’re wandering down the laundry aisle of your local grocery store, you might have noticed a product called 20 Mule Team® Borax. What is Borax? Is it a natural product? How would you use it? Sodium borate, also known as Borax, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and […]
Dusting with Microfiber Cloths in Your Cleaning Business
Are you considering transitioning to microfiber for dusting your client homes? There are a few things to consider before you get started. Dry dusting a house correctly is very important to homeowners. Unfortunately, most house cleaners treat this as an after thought, probably because they do it after cleaning the bathrooms and kitchen. Those areas […]
Speed Cleaning for House Cleaning Businesses
Speed cleaning is the tip most professionals give to anyone wanting to start a cleaning business. A professional cleaner doesn’t have time to dawdle on the job. It’s your job and your time is money – one way to increase your income is to clean more houses. You can do this when you implement a […]
Removing Dark Stains From Terrazzo Floors
Exactly how do I remove dark stains from terrazzo floors? As a house cleaning professional, you expect to go into your client homes and perform the work according to the policies you have established. If you have not setup your company policies, even if you’re doing all the work yourself, you’re setting yourself up for […]
