Window Cleaning and Your Office

An office that has bright, shiny windows shows off professionalism inside the office. It shows the office cares about its working environment. The key is to hire the right window cleaning company.

Many offices have an office staff member that they use to clean their windows. Mistake #1 is that you should not use janitors or other staff to do your windows. A good company will cost you less money than hiring your own janitorial staff to do the task. It will also cost your company less money because there is no need to invest in the extra equipment and materials needed for cleaning windows.

Commercial janitorial companies work on a job-to-job basis. So, you only have to pay when you use their services. Contracts with these companies are usually done on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, based on your office's needs. The company should have all the necessary equipment and supplies for the job. Check to see if the company has regular customers that they contract with on a regular basis. This is a sign that they are dependable and respected.

Ask how long the company has been in business. If they have been in business for several years, it shows that they are reliable and professional. They may be a new company starting up, but you may want to go with a company that has an established business. Another thing that may or may not be important to you, is that the people that are contracted to clean your windows should have a uniform. Why? It shows that these people are professional and dedicated to the work they do. A window cleaning company's workers are seen by a lot of people throughout the day and it is a way to show that they are proud to work for that company.

Be sure that the company your office hires is fully insured. This covers any damage or injuries that may occur during the process of the workers wiping the windows. Most window cleaning companies will have their cleaners insured for up to $1,000,000. Many of the companies today will utilize intricate ladders, in addition to harness for their workers. Safety should be the number one priority of the company.

It is important to ask for references and give them a call. Some companies may list references on their website. Be sure to call because sometimes companies list references that have either cancelled their service with them or where never even clients to begin with. As equally important as references are credentials. The business should hold a membership in at least one trade organization like the International Window Cleaning Association, the International Window Cleaner Certification Institute, or the Home Builder's Association. Holding a membership in an organization shows that the business is interested in staying current with the latest news and trends in the industry.