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Time is Money: The Biggest Benefit of a Business Cleaning Company

| | Commercial Cleaning

Take out the trash. Dust the furniture. Mop the floors. Vacuum the carpet. No, these are not items for a weekend home cleaning list; these are jobs that have to be done every week (often daily) at a place of business. However, if you own a business, you don’t always have the time –or even energy-to do these rather mundane tasks. However, business cleaning goes hand in hand with having a business where people feel comfortable.

Having a clean reception area, shopping space, or office lets people know that you care about what you do and how you present to others. But, having that clean business space does not necessarily mean adding more work to your already long list of job related action items. There are many professional Minneapolis business cleaning companies that can help you take “Clean the office” off of your To Do List.

Think it’s not that big of a deal to run the vacuum or dust the office a couple of times a week? The think about the extra time you will have for fun family activities, getting in that extra workout at the gym or maybe having another hour to meet with a client. These are all valuable activities that can make your time well spent.

A business cleaning company offers you the best commodity available to anyone –no matter what your business specialty is – time. It is a resource that cannot be replenished, therefore not one to squander doing things that take away from what matters most. Hiring an office cleaning company is like buying time because the cleaning professionals come and do those jobs –vacuuming, dusting, emptying the trash, etc. so you don’t have to.

In fact, not only do they do the jobs noticed by your customers, but they can also take care of time-consuming things like checking the cleaning supply cupboard, stocking the supply closet and ordering needed items such as paper towels, soap and other products that are necessary. So, rather than writing one check for cleaning supplies, a check for paper products, and then losing money because you were cleaning the bathrooms rather than meeting with a client, you have one payment to a business cleaning company and you can meet with that client, too.

Hiring an office cleaning company is a win-win for business. After all, a clean and attractive business makes customers more comfortable and that means you have more business. If you are not sure that having a professional office cleaning company can benefit you, talk to the office cleaning pros at All Source Building Services and Supply Company in Minneapolis. We would be happy to show you how we can save you time, and ultimately money by hiring one of our teams to clean your business facility.

Contact us today by calling 952-473-3228 or contact us online.

Office Cleaning: Cold & Flu Season

| | Office Cleaning

It’s just about that time of year again! Cold and flu symptoms are already starting to make their rounds. If you are one of the unlucky ones this year to suffer from the flu, you’ll wish you had taken some precautionary measures. One way to help prevent the flu from taking over your office is to have a reliable company perform regular office cleanings. Many germs can be transferred at work. You can help your employees stay healthy and working at maximum efficiency by having the office cleaned regularly.

Stay Home

The best advice for preventing the transfer of cold and flu symptoms is to stay home if you’re sick. According to a study done by Staples Advantage, nearly 80 percent of office workers said they would come to work even though they knew they were sick. This is especially alarming in large office buildings where there are many workers. If you are contagious, stay away from the office and coworkers.

Keep your Workspace Clean

The same study found 51 percent of workers admit to only cleaning their work area once a week or less. Your personal workspace can be one of the dirtiest areas in the whole office building. Germs can live for up to three days, especially on a keyboard. Frequently washing your hands and cleaning your workspace can do wonders to reduce your risk of infection.

Office Cleaning

The unhealthiest aspects of an office are the kitchen and bathroom followed by personal offices and workspaces. Our team of office cleaning professionals will work to keep all areas of your office clean, paying particular attention to high traffic areas. Don’t let an unclean office kitchen or bathroom harbor bacteria, and keep your staff from functioning as normal.

If you’re in need of a professional Minneapolis office cleaning company, give us a call today at 952-473-3228 or contact us online.

Mother Nature & Business Cleaning

| | Commercial Cleaning

Keeping your building clean under normal conditions can be a hassle, but when Mother Nature chips in, it can be an outright nuisance. If your company is in Minneapolis, business cleaning might be best left to the professionals. The Twin Cities are no strangers to weather’s effects on the need for office cleaning. In this blog, we’re going to cover some of the ways that a professional building cleaning company can keep your facility spotless, no matter what Mother Nature throws at you!

Falling Debris & Clutter

Debris is especially noticeable in, but not limited to, the fall. Leaves, twigs and acorns are more noticeable. As people enter and exit your business, this debris can have a habit of piling up in the foyer. It also gets trapped on the roof, in HVAC equipment, on windowsills, in gutters and other places all around your facility. Our professional business cleaning company can keep up with the debris, so it doesn’t have a chance to pile up and cause issues.

Severe Weather

Severe weather is notorious for wreaking havoc on local Minneapolis businesses. If you find yourself in trouble, we do have emergency services available.

  • Flooding: If there is a lot of rain, flooding can become a legitimate concern. When flooding occurs, you will need to have the water removed from the building. But then, you have additional clean up of the areas that were wet. If you neglect additional cleanup efforts, you may cause permanent damage to your building.
  • Strong Winds: Strong winds can cause a lot of damage to your property. You may have tree limbs down, extra debris around and even parts of your building’s exterior damaged! If you are aware of the possibility of strong winds, it is important to prepare in advance. But, once the damage is done, there’s not much to do but clean up and move on.

In need of a reliable business cleaning company in Minneapolis? Look no further and give us a call today at 952-473-3228 or request a free estimate online.

Office Cleaning: Fall Allergens

| | Office Cleaning

Think allergies are just limited to spring and summer? Think again! Many people suffer from fall allergies, as well. It’s an uncomfortable experience, to say the least. One profound way to cut down on allergy symptoms is removing the source of the allergies in the office. This is where we come in. We have a team of Minneapolis office cleaning professionals ready to help you conquer fall irritants. We can thoroughly clean your office regularly to remove the particles that result in fall allergies.

Common Autumn Allergy

According to WebMD, only 10-30% of Americans suffer from fall allergies. The most commonly found fall allergen is ragweed, which results in hay fever or allergic rhinitis. Some symptoms that plague those with allergies are runny nose, watering eyes, coughing, sneezing and more. These are unpleasant and hard to get rid of without medication. But, there are some steps you can take to lessen your symptoms.

Wash Up Frequently

It may seem obvious, but washing up frequently can cut down on your allergy symptoms. A well-stocked office should provide anti-bacterial soap and tissues for your convince. If you are out and about for your job or meet with a lot of people throughout the day, you may need to wash more frequently than others.

Remove the Presence of Allergens

The number one way to combat fall allergies, is to remove the presence of whatever spurs your symptoms. This means you’ll need a ragweed-free working environment. If you work in a busy office building, with a lot of foot traffic, you may be exposed to particles all throughout the day. Just because you’re inside, doesn’t mean you’re free from irritants. People can carry these small particles in on their clothing, bags and in their hair. A cleaned professionally office dramatically cuts down on the number of lingering particles.

Set up an office cleaning schedule today to reduce the presence of allergens all year round. Call us at 651-405-9276 or request a free estimate.

Thorough Building Cleaning Before Fall

| | Office Cleaning

We hate to say it, but summer is rapidly coming to an end. In just about a month, we’ll officially welcome fall. If your office building does not have a professional Minneapolis business cleaning team to routinely service your facility, now is a good time to have it cleaned. Give your building a fresh start before the colder months set in. Some cleaning procedures are easier to complete while the weather is still warm, so schedule an appointment today.

Deep Cleaning

– Floors: All types of flooring material can benefit from a deep clean. Carpets can collect particles, reducing indoor air quality. Hardwood floors can lose their shine over time, and vinyl can get scuffed. A thorough cleaning can get your floors looking like they used to.

– Office: Anyone’s office could probably use a good thorough cleaning. After a period of time, dust starts to collect. Wiping down all the counters and scrubbing the floors can refresh the room and make for a better working environment.

– Bathrooms: The bathrooms are probably one of the most important places in your office to have cleaned. Our team uses industrial strength cleaners to ensure a deep cleaning kills any bacteria. Along with cleaning, we can also restock your bathroom with necessary items.

Exterior Building Cleaning

– Power Washing: Regular power washings are good for your building’s exterior. Power washing removes any build up dirt, allowing color to shine through. You can instantly improve your building’s look by simply washing it.

– Window Washing: All summer long, your windows have had to stand up to pollen and bugs. Our complete window washing services can remove any trapped particles, as well as increase visibility.

Need a good thorough building cleaning before fall? Schedule one today with All Source Building Service and Supply Company by calling 952-473-3228 or Request a Free Estimate.