Clean effectively at a low price

Oh, that's a good question: How to clean while saving money?

If you're always looking for the lowest price for all your household cleaning products, accessories, and equipment, you've probably noticed that repairs can be expensive. Or that you have to scrub for much longer, or that stains don't disappear completely. This blog isn't about praising these kinds of items, but rather their quality. Let's take a closer look.

Washing products

You'll notice that most manufacturing companies offer very inexpensive laundry detergents as well as concentrated products at much higher prices. This is because these products meet customer demand. However, it's all a matter of perception.

• If you buy a gallon of ready-to-use washing producte, for daily maintenance you will need several gallons for a month.                                  Cost:  $9.00 x 4 gallons = $36.00 for 1 month
• If you buy one liter of concentrated washing product which you will have to dilute yourself, your container will certainly last you several months.                        Cost:  $35.00 x 1 liter for a few months

Moreover, the effectiveness of the product is also to be evaluated. It is better to use a more expensive product, but one that works… you will save on labor! To this end, biotechnology is an excellent complement to soft chemistry. Here is an article about the biotechnology which might be useful to you.

Washing accessories and equipment

First of all, there's no point saving money by buying accessories at the 1$ store. When it's sold for $1.00, it's worth half the price! Needless to say, the accessory in question isn't likely to last very long. Accessory and equipment manufacturers conduct durability and efficiency tests on their products before putting them on sale. So, when you buy quality equipment or accessories, you're buying durability.

I've met several of these manufacturers over the past few months. I've toured their factories and spoken to their managers. And the first thing I've discovered is that each one is different. Of course, a scrubber is a scrubber. However, each brings their own vision to bear on the needs of their customers. So far, I haven't met a manufacturer who wasn't out of the ordinary or who didn't introduce me to a new technology! So, what's still different about these manufacturers?

Ergonomics in the service of workers' health and safety

I remember, a few years ago, struggling to push a scrubber. It cost a few thousand dollars, though. I don't think this type of scrubber still exists, luckily! On the contrary, manufacturers have even invented mini-scrubbers to reduce the use of wet mops. Since back pain represents the highest rate of workplace accidents in housekeeping, the mini-scrubber is a valuable innovation.

Choosing the right accessory or equipment.

It will be beneficial for you to take the time to carefully assess your needs for each of the buildings you are responsible for. Cleaning products, accessories, and equipment are not necessarily the same for each building. For example, you will gain efficiency by having the right width of mop or scrubber. What is the right equipment or accessory for your building? The answer to this question can only be assessed by examining the surfaces and conditions. This article was also the point on mini-scrubbers.

To check during your assessment:

• Surface type (smooth or porous?)
• Desired or possible washing frequency
• Type of clientele (relatively clean or very dirty?)
• The size of the space also makes a big difference. The smaller the space, the more time it takes to wash.
• The training that will be required for employees
• Special procedures to be taken
• Washing conditions, etc.

The training

I see so many employees who have never received proper housekeeping training! One of the most common comments I hear is: Wow, I'm going to save time while doing a much better job! Indeed, training will not only allow you to improve the quality of housekeeping, but you will also be able to do more! You will also make your employees aware that it is not necessary to be in pain to do a good job. Just being well equipped will give them better performance!

In conclusion, saving money on washing products, accessories, and equipment will be more expensive than using quality products. Forget about penny-pinching and consider the long-term benefits of efficiency.

Need help?

• Do you want help assessing your building's needs for products, accessories, and washing equipment?
• Know how many hours and employees you need?
• Establish work routes per employee?