If you are dissatisfied with your commercial cleaning company, or just have a nagging feeling that better services could be out there, there are five key points to consider when shopping around.

With a wealth of choice for both office cleaning in London and industrial cleaning in London, find the best companies which impress in these five areas.

CLEANING STAFF

Recent years have seen standards raised in cleaning as a vocation, with the best companies investing in training, staff reward schemes and a clear career path. The result is loyal, motivated cleaners who take pride in their work. For you the client, this means a high standard of work carried out by polite, pleasant workers. We all work our best when we feel motivated and valued, so look for a cleaning company which takes care of its people. Also, seek reassurance that sufficient vetting and ID checking is carried out on all staff.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Are you satisfied that your cleaning company carries out risk assessments and is totally compliant with all health and safety procedures? This is a must.

MANAGEMENT

Good cleaning managers are motivated, available and interested in your issues and concerns. This is generally on offer when managers receive adequate employer support, training and are not stretched too thin. Ask about management HR policies, and if you don’t receive satisfying answers, look elsewhere.

THE ENVIRONMENT

High quality cleaning companies are not only committed to reducing their carbon footprint – they’ll also support you in achieving the same. Look for ISO 14001 accreditation for reassurance. The benefits of this to the planet are crucial, but you’ll also see a difference made to your budget when waste is reduced and energy preserved.

VALUE FOR MONEY

Now more than ever, we are conscious of the amount of money that can be wasted when businesses are complacent or simply not keeping an eye on how cash is being invested.

Good cleaning companies are not ‘cheap.’ Rather if they provide quality, motivated, hard working cleaners and outstanding service, they offer good value for your money. If you do wish to cut costs, a good company will advise you on how this can be achieved, with options such as cheaper times of day.