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Great Tools for Keeping a Clean Home

Managing your home could be a full-time job; in fact, it is for many people! Not only do you have to maintain it, you also have to make sure it stays clean so everything stays in great shape. One of the best ways to ensure your home looks great is to have the right tools always on hand. Check out this list for some things you need to have in your closet.

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Cleaning Rags

There are so many surfaces in your home that you’ll need to always have a great assortment of towels or rags so you keep it all dust-free. You can easily use old t-shirts or burp cloths as cleaning rags, but there are also many different types of wipe all rags you could purchase that are made specifically for cleaning various surfaces. Remember, you’ll want to keep tables, cabinets, electronics, and windows dust-free and shining, so the more rags the better!

Great Mops or Vacuums

Every room in your home has a floor, so naturally, you have a need for keeping that surface clean in each room. Depending on what types of floors there are in your home, you may need one or several different tools. Choose a reliable and highly rated mop and/or vacuum so you aren’t disappointed midway through cleaning when your tool dies!

Cleaning Sprays

Almost every time you clean a surface in your home, you will need a cleaner like glass cleaner, wood cleaner, antibacterial cleaner, or any one of many other options. Figure out what’s important to you in a cleaning product; do you want organic, natural sprays, or do you want powerful chemical sprays? Find a well-regarded brand and don’t skimp; use what works best for you. You could even make your own cleaner; just do whatever makes your home look the best.

Keeping a clean home is made a bit easier by having the right tools. Using good rags, mops, vacuums, and cleaning sprays are crucial in the process.

How Janitorial Businesses Can Save Money

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Owning a janitorial business offers many benefits. It allows a person to have a flexible schedule since most cleaning jobs are done in the evening, at night, or on the weekends. It does not require a person to invest a lot of money to get it started. It is something that can be done by just one person, or the business can be expanded to a point where the owner no longer has to do any cleaning because they have employees. Here are some tips on how owners of janitorial businesses can save money.

Does your business offer the use of natural cleaning products? At first glance, this may seem like a more expensive option. However, the reality is that this is often a less expensive option. When you use products like vinegar, baking soda, and lemon, you are using products that are very inexpensive and are available right at a local grocery store. The fact that you offer natural cleaning products is likely going to be appealing to many of your clients, especially ones who are more health conscious. You simply have to look at the natural cleaning product options that are available, compare costs, and then add this as an option when advertising your services.

Another way to save money is to purchase the items that you use regularly in bulk. Instead of buying individual bottles of cleaning supplies, purchase them in gallons. When you buy rags and mops, do not just buy a few at a time. Purchasing cleaning cloths wholesale is going to save you a lot of money. Check out local thrift stores and see about reusing cheap towels and other items that they have available.

Planning ahead and mapping out where cleaning jobs need to be done can save you money in gas and labor if you have employees who work with your business. For example, many janitorial businesses offer housecleaning services. Try to organize the houses in a way that allows you or your employees to clean houses that are close to each other at the same time. This will reduce expenses.