Published on
April 13, 2024
Keith Beaty
Property managers, are you making these missteps?
As property managers, your goal is to maintain pristine environments for your tenants and visitors. However, when it comes to hiring commercial cleaning services, there are common mistakes that compromise this goal.
Let’s dive into the top 5 mistakes and how to avoid them:
- Overlooking Experience and SpecializationMistake: Hiring a service without specific experience in commercial properties.Tip: Look for a company with a proven track record in commercial cleaning, understanding the unique needs and standards required.
- Neglecting to Check References and ReviewsMistake: Skipping the step of verifying references and online reviews.Tip: Always check references and read reviews to gauge reliability and quality of service from other clients' perspectives.
- Ignoring Customization and FlexibilityMistake: Choosing a one-size-fits-all service without considering the specific needs of your property.Tip: Opt for a service that offers customizable cleaning plans and schedules to match your property's unique requirements.
- Underestimating the Importance of Utilizing State of the Art practicesMistake: Not considering that new equipment and techniques are surpassing “the way it used to be done” Tip: Select services that use products, equipment and practices, ensuring a healthier environment for tenants and visitors.
- Lack of CommunicationMistake: Communicating frequently while going through the hiring process but not transitioning to an individual who is responsible on a daily basis. Tip: Appoint a Point-of-Contact from both ends. These open lines with your cleaning service will ensure a smooth partnership.
By avoiding these mistakes, you can ensure your properties are not just clean, but healthy, sustainable, and managed with the utmost professionalism.
