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Fall Cleaning Checklist - Don't Forget to Have These Areas Professionally Cleaned:

11/23/2021

 
Fall is a great time to have your business professionally cleaned in preparation for the winter months. ​
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A clean business makes a great first impression and can mean happier and healthier employees.
​Let's address which areas will benefit the most:
  • Window cleaning
  • Grounds cleaning
  • HVAC system cleaning
  • Carpet cleaning
  • Hard Floor cleaning
​Window Cleaning
Your office windows are one of the first things customers see when entering your office space so it's important that they reflect well on your business.
Commercially cleaned windows not only help control germs and prevent mold growth, but they also make a positive impact on your business’s appearance and contribute to a healthy atmosphere for those working in your facility.

 
Grounds cleaning
Leaf removal gives a property a polished appearance and your landscape contractor should be doing spot clean-up of leaves on a regular basis to avoid a major pileup, and prevent leaves from being tracked into your building.
 
HVAC system cleaning
Colder months result in reduced indoor ventilation which increases dust build-up. We begin to see more dust and other pollutants accumulate on desks, computers, chairs, and other workspaces. This accumulation decreases overall indoor air quality and may contribute to an increase in allergies. 
By having your HVAC system professionally cleaned and air filters replaced, you will reduce the level of pollutants and protect your indoor air quality creating a healthier environment.
 
Carpet cleaning
Carpets and floors are germ sponges and see the most abuse each year. Just after a season, your carpets are left with all types of grime, dirt, and bacteria as they absorbed everything: food and drink, skin cells, mold and mildew, dust, and all that was transferred from outside. 
An important part of keeping your office clean and healthy during the winter is making sure your floors are cleaned on a regular basis. Deep cleaning the carpets at least once a year, and preferably more, can help cut down on the germs and keep your carpets looking new.
 
Hard Floor cleaning
Hard floor cleaning and refinishing can inject new life into your floors and goes a long way in protecting them. If you have noticed that your floors are looking noticeably dirty and dull, then now is a great time to have your floors professionally cleaned. 
 
How We Can Help
At Peach State Cleaning Solutions we provide a wide array of services, including regular daily janitorial cleaning services, as well as, intensive cleaning projects such as deep carpet cleaning and floor cleaning, including stripping and waxing. 
​Contact Us today for a free quote or call 678-468-3229.

The Differences Between General Cleaning and Deep Cleaning:

10/18/2021

 
To help you understand both kinds of maintenance, a good company can help break down the basics. 
General Cleaning vs Deep Cleaning: Know the Difference
Read on to find out the differences between general cleaning and deep cleaning, as they are not exactly alike. 

What Makes General Cleaning Different and What's Included?

Typically, general cleaning services cost less, but routine cleaning focuses on maintaining the facility layout and is based on a schedule. The service you receive consists of simple cleaning tasks that are completed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis with the schedule varying depending on your needs.
 
The main difference between a general clean and a deep clean is that one does a more detailed and thorough job than the other.
 
Some of the things a general cleaning includes are:
   1. Wiping down surfaces of dust
   2. Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, office spaces, and more
   3. Vacuuming and mopping floors  

What Makes Deep Cleaning Different and When Should You Deep Clean?

Deep cleaning applies more attention to detail than general cleaning. During a deep cleaning, cleaners will complete a more extensive list of tasks in a commercial building to help keep the environment clean for workers and guests.
During a deep clean, the focus is on wiping over everything twice and ensuring everything within walking and hand-grabbing distance gets sanitized. While deep cleanings cost more, there's more attention to detail when cleaning compared to general cleaning procedures. 

Every situation is unique, however, the best time to perform a deep cleaning job is when a new season starts. We recommend doing a deep clean once every six months to a year. 
 
Which Service is Right for You?
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This question is one we get all the time at Peach State Cleaning Solutions. The best way to know which service is right for you is to sort out all of your needs. That way, you know what you want out of a cleaning service provider. If you're eager to get started, reach out for a standard rate on a deep cleaning from us. For more information on the variation between deep cleaning and general cleaning services, visit our Contact Us page for a free consultation or call 678-468-3229, and we'll further explain the differences.

3 Ways for Your Office to Make a Good Impression:

9/16/2021

 
We all know how important first impressions are.
3 Ways for Your Office to Make a Good Impression
  • Smell
  • Carpets 
  • Clutter
A clean and well-maintained office can make, or break the success of your business. Creating and maintaining a clean and professional space can help build confidence with your current clients and be the difference in finding or losing new business relationships. If you are looking to spruce up your space, or even give it a good overhaul, here are the key aspects to keep in mind:
Smell
Your commercial space should always smell fresh. Scent can be one of the most powerful and memorable senses we have, and visitors will smell your office even before seeing it.
 
With a bustling office space full of staff, staying on an overall cleaning schedule can make a big difference. Remove waste each evening and avoid overpowering scents, even if they are air fresheners or cleaning products.
 
Carpets 
Dirty and stained carpets can greatly impact the impression your office gives. People may not directly notice, but carpets in need of cleaning can harbor unpleasant odors and add an unkempt, and even gloomy feel to your space.
 
Have your cleaning staff or cleaning service vacuum carpets regularly. Investing in professional carpet cleaning will create a great visual appearance and can also help keep your staff healthy.

 
Clutter 
Sometimes keeping clutter at bay in a busy office can be difficult. When you look around your office do you see piles of paper, boxes, and other office items lying around?
 
Clutter will be the first thing any visitor will notice as soon as they enter your office. It is easy to overlook or become blind to the clutter when you’re in the office each day.
 
Try the following:
 
  1. Cull any items or paperwork that are no longer necessary or relevant.
  2. Create storage solutions for paperwork that needs to be kept and give every item a home.
  3. Store items in the locations where they are used, making it easier for items to go back to their homes.
  4. Label, label, label! Using labels to identify where items can be found and belong will help everyone in the office place items in their home and encourage everyone to keep their area looking nice and tidy.
 
Let Us Help! 
Peach State Cleaning Solutions provides a variety of services tailored to any size office. Our services include janitorial work, commercial carpet cleaning, floor care, virus disinfection, and much more!
Fill out the form on our Contact Us page for a free consultation or call 678-468-3229 to learn more about which options would be a good fit for your needs and to request a free walkthrough today. 

How to Reduce Allergies in the Workplace:

8/15/2021

 
Reduce the impact of allergens in your office by following a few simple steps to help keep employees healthy and happy.
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  • Allergy Triggers
  • Clutter - the common culprit
  • Carpets - vacuum and shampoo often
  • Blinds - get rid of them
  • Choose natural Cleaners
  • Little things can make a big impact​
A lackluster cleaning routine can leave workplaces dusty and wreaking havoc on the health of employees and visitors. Dealing with allergies at work can often be difficult as dust and other allergens can aggravate many conditions. 
​Allergies can impact workplace productivity, increase sick days, and make employees miserable. Ensuring that your office environment is as clean as possible is an essential part of keeping staff, clients, and other visitors as healthy and comfortable as possible.
 
Allergy Triggers
One of the most common causes of allergens found indoors is dust mites, which are often the cause of coughing, sneezing, and watery eyes. Dust mites can get trapped and flourish in carpets, blinds, and upholstered furniture like chairs and couches.
 
Clutter - The Common Culprit
Not only is clutter a dust magnet, it also takes longer to clean "around" clutter and it is harder to do so properly. Reduce clutter in your office so cleaning is a snap, which will also help keep your space dust-free.
 
Carpets - Vacuum and Shampoo Often
Next on our allergy hit list are floors. Experts have found floors and clutter hold the most dust and allergens.
Make sure your cleaning crew is vacuuming as regularly as possible. Commercial cleaning companies should be using high-quality vacuums that have HEPA filters so that dust and debris are not redistributed.

Professional carpet cleaning is highly recommended as this will clean the accumulated dust, stubborn stains, and microorganisms thriving within your carpet.


Blinds - Get Rid of Them
Horizontal or slate-style window blinds serve two functions – they filter light and collect dust. Blinds can be difficult and inconvenient to clean. Consider replacing slate or panel blinds with roller blinds to keep your office as allergy-free as possible.

If you are going to hang curtains, select cotton or synthetic fabric that can be washed and rehung. If you find that replacing or removing problematic blinds is not possible, make sure that the cleaning staff is cleaning the blinds on a regular basis.

 
Choose Natural Cleaners
When using certain cleaning products in an effort to combat allergies, we can unknowingly trigger symptoms such as watery eyes, sneezing, and wheezing. When at all possible, use natural cleaning products that work well but do not cause irritation. When it comes to cleaners, lean toward unscented options as they still work great. 
Avoid cleaners that contain ingredients like:
 
  1. Ammonia
  2. Bleach
  3. Formaldehyde
  4. D-limonene
  5. Triclosan
  6. Sodium laurel sulphate
  7. Sodium hypochlorite
 
Little Things that Can Make a Big Impact
Below is a checklist of other steps that you and your employees can take to help make everyone comfortable.
 
  1. Make sure offices are well ventilated.
  2. Encourage employees to regularly clean their work area (all hard surfaces) daily with a disinfectant wipe or microfiber cloth.
  3. Run a dehumidifier to reduce the risk of mold growth.
  4. Use HEPA air filters in the office and change them regularly.
  5. Review building maintenance routines for best cleaning practices.
  6. Repair water damage to reduce/inhibit mold growth.
  7. Remove carpet and other absorbent materials that might collect allergens.
  8. Minimize office plants and make sure the ones you have are cared for properly.
 
By implementing these steps, you can help reduce allergy triggers and make your workspace a more comfortable environment for asthma and allergy sufferers.
  

Contact Us
We know that maintaining a rigorous cleaning routine while running a business is not easy, but that's where we can help. PSCS offers a wide variety of services to keep your office clean and allergy-free.
 
Reach out to Peach State Cleaning Solutions by giving us a call at 678-468-3229 or contact us online. 

 

The Importance of Efficient Janitorial Services for Maintaining your Facility:

7/25/2021

 
​A few good reasons why janitorial services are of
utmost importance to business owners.
The Importance of Efficient Janitorial Services for Maintaining your Facility
  • ​​Keep Repair Costs Down
  • Keep Productivity Levels High
  • Expertise is Hard to Beat
Some businesses tend to not clean their facility as recommended due to cost-cutting measures. However, a professional janitorial services company can get more done in less time. Likewise, can procure optimal pricing on equipment, supplies, and refillable goods.
 
Secondarily, are the cost-cutting measures associated with the sizeable costs of recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and managing employees. Professional cleaning services have always cost far less, and here are a few reasons why:
Keep Repair Costs Down
Simply neglecting a facility by allowing components to get dirty will begin to degrade the building materials over time. This means that you will end up needing remodeling projects done sooner rather than later. 
With a facility that is cleaned regularly, it means that your building materials will last longer, and you won't have to repair or replace everything at once. Think of a cleaning service as insurance.
 
Keep Productivity Levels High
A dirty building does not only look bad, but it can also make it harder for your employees to stay on task. This is because dust, dirt, grime, and stains are some common irregularities that every worker will find every day. These workers might stop what they are doing as their attention is diverted, or to clean an area themselves. 
You would rather have them focused on their work. Even if they try to be focused, looking at dirt can be quite distracting, and their productivity will take a hit regardless. Of course, we cannot forget the fact that employees can get sick, as well, from coming in contact with these: floors, restrooms, doorknobs, keyboards, telephones, borrowed supplies, other workers. 
 
Expertise is Hard to Beat
Professional janitorial services companies make cleaning their business, and as such can reach a level of expertise that just isn't possible if it's not your core business. Procuring supplies and equipment at a level you cannot, and through experience, we have learned how to do more in less time, saving you money and increasing the value of your clean.
The most highly-skilled, professional services contractors have a menu of other services that you can utilize as needed from floor care to supplying consumables. These extras can come in handy when you have a need. Saving yourself time and money since you already have an executed trustworthy contractor.
 
Better cleaners, better products, and better equipment. Better work done in less time. An experienced and effective janitorial services company will utilize the most advanced and effective methods to get the work done right.
 
Reach out to Peach State Cleaning Solutions by giving us a call at 678-468-3229 or contact us online.

How Often Do Businesses Need Deep Cleaning Services?

6/20/2021

 
​Have you wondered how often your business needs a Deep Clean or Floor Care.
How Often Do Businesses Need Deep Cleaning Services?
  • Deep vs Regular Cleaning
  • Why it's Important
  • Scheduling Services
​To keep up with the heightened sanitation standards as a result of COVID, your business should take advantage of deep cleaning to keep the building safe, refreshed, and welcoming to guests.
Examine the specifics of deep cleaning and account for your business needs to determine when such services are needed:
Deep vs Regular Cleaning
So why would you want a detail deep clean anyway? Well, while regular cleaning services help to maintain your business orderly, and clean on a surface level, detail deep cleaning really refurbishes your business by disinfecting and cleaning more surfaces, removing stains, cleaning and/or refinishing floors (carpet, tile, etc).
Detail deep cleaning also extends to parts of your business's utilities like air vents, and common office equipment like keyboards, phones, and copy machines because they see so much daily traffic that bacteria quickly build upon them.
Regular cleaning services will help you maintain the appearance and preserve the sanitation that deep cleaning provides, however, it will never be able to substitute detail deep cleaning. 
 
Why it's Important
When you think of germs and bacteria, you often assume they accumulate in areas like the restrooms. Well, surprisingly, toilets are practically pure in comparison to doorknobs and office desks.
You can’t see it, but these areas accumulate so much more bacteria, as employees share facilities and surfaces – bringing in contaminants from the outside.
Regular cleaning can help you manage the bacteria and prevent it from getting too out of hand, but you need to disinfect and really get into the nooks and crannies of your business to effectively eliminate such germs.
 
Scheduling Services
With all that in mind, you can begin to determine how often a business needs a deep cleaning service. Some general advice to consider is that if you’re a small office with a light amount of traffic, then you need only deep clean the office once or twice a year.
An office with regular traffic may need deep cleaning services bi-annually or every other month. Bustling corporate offices, especially with carpets, will likely need a fresh deep clean every single month in order to keep on top of all the bacteria and germs that are being brought into the office from outside.

Concerning the pandemic, we’re not out of the woods yet. Be proactive and reach out to Peach State Cleaning Solutions by giving us a call at 678-468-3229 or contact us online. 

The Importance of Maintaining a Clean Medical Office:

5/18/2021

 

Showing you can take care of your medical office proves you know how to take care of your patients.

The Importance of Maintaining a Clean Medical Office
  • Healthy Environment
  • Professional Appearance 
  • Patient Confidence
As a medical professional, you understand the importance of maintaining a clean medical office. This has become even more important as the pandemic continues and expectations for proper sanitation have risen within society to try and curb the outbreaks. To help your practice meet these higher standards, let’s talk about what professional medical cleaning services can do for you.

Healthy Environment
While you may understand the importance of maintaining a clean medical office, professional cleaning services will grant you access to advanced sanitation equipment and the professionals with the expertise to use them. This will give your medical office a very thorough, white-glove cleaning and proper disinfection to eliminate buildups of bacteria and germs that may be hidden away in nooks and crannies.
 
Professional Appearance
There’s a good reason that medical offices have a near-infamous reputation for being so sterile and clean. It’s the type of clean you wouldn’t manage to achieve by yourself using a rag and a bucket of soapy water, that’s for sure.
Professional cleaning crews have the expertise and equipment to clean a medical office to the degree that someone wouldn’t be able to accomplish on their own. Having a sterile clinic makes for a powerful first impression that says you and your staff know what you’re doing and that you really have your patients’ health and best interests in mind. Showing you can take care of your medical office proves you know how to take care of your patients.

 
Patient Confidence
Maintaining a clean medical office will not only keep patients returning to your office, but it can be a powerful advertising tool since your reputation will be spread through word of mouth. The higher the opinion your patients have you and your practice, the more likely they’ll recommend you to others and bring in a greater number of customers so your practice stays successful.
  
 If you're interested in giving your medical office a fresh clean, give Peach State Cleaning Solutions a call at 678-468-3229 or contact us online.  
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How to Cut Costs Without Cutting Quality

4/19/2021

 

We have compiled a list of 5 categories that you can implement into your cost savings strategy today.

How to Cut Costs Without Cutting Quality
  1. Reduce Energy
  2. Go Paperless
  3. Bundle Services
  4. Improve Operational Efficiencies
  5. Provide Excellent Customer Service​
As a business owner, it can be difficult to monitor and keep track of all the various expenses needed for operations. Below, we have compiled a list of 5 categories that you can implement into your cost savings strategy today. While we don’t recommend implementing them all at once, they can be helpful in guiding you through what expenses you do have the capacity to cut back on. After all, the goal is to cut costs without compromising quality.
1. Reduce Energy
First and foremost, we recommend looking over your energy costs. This is one of the easiest ways to cut costs without cutting quality. We know that as a business, gas, water, electricity, and other utility expenses can easily pile up without notice. However, the sooner you make changes, the faster you can start saving. For simple ways to cut back on energy, we suggest–

  • Turning the lights off in rooms that are not being used
  • Switching to energy-efficient light bulbs, such as LEDs
  • Shutting down computers at the end of the workday
 
2. Go Paperless
Second, go paperless and print only when necessary. Some of the benefits that come with switching to paperless include–

  • Enhanced security
  • Ability to monitor and analyze trends
  • Access to important information 24/7
  • Collaboration
  • Going green
 
3. Bundle Services
Bundling helps to achieve a cluster of satisfactions through one purchase. If you have multiple needs and the product bundle addresses all of them, this is a convenient one-stop instead of many. It allows you to look at one single source that offers several solutions. When effective, a product bundling strategy can significantly increase savings as the total price is typically lower when the products are purchased as a bundle.

  • Peach State Cleaning Solutions offers bundle service pricing for services such as janitorial cleaning plus consumables and/or scheduled floor care, and multiple facility maintenance services. 
 
4. Improve Operational Efficiencies

Next, if you have any equipment or machinery that isn’t performing up to standards, or are simply outdated, it is probably a good idea to replace them now. The difference will likely show in how much faster and more productive your business’s operations will be.
 
5. Provide Excellent Customer Service
Lastly, excellent customer service is a timeless skill that spans multiple industries. By investing in your customer service training, you’ll be able to improve the skill set of your current employees, the quality of assistance you provide to your clients, and prevent employee turnover.
Having knowledgeable and reliable staff members that can effectively communicate your business’s value proposition and build a loyal customer base will ultimately help your business out in the long run. In doing so, you will be able to save costs on the hiring and onboarding process and efforts spent on training new employees.
 
Start Now
There is no time like the present. Once you’ve figured out what strategies make sense to implement into your business, it’s time to take action. However, don’t go overboard with budget cuts, as the main goal is not to compromise quality. Reduce expenses in a way that will not negatively impact your business, but instead, have a positive impact on both your cost savings and the quality of your service.
 
Quality Worth Investing In
It is also important to note that while cutting costs is great, it should only be done in the right areas. On top of your regular cleaning and disinfecting regimen, we recommend taking a good look at your facility to find areas that benefit from a professional cleaning, and bundling of services. Peach State Cleaning Solutions will gladly provide your facility with solutions regarding janitorial cleaning services, floor care, janitorial consumables, bundling services, and more. 
 
Contact us today and ask about bundle service pricing by clicking here.

Spring Cleaning Benefits and Tips for the Office:

3/17/2021

 
Now is the perfect time to declutter unnecessary items, reorganize, and refresh the office. ​
Spring Cleaning Benefits and Tips for the Office
  • ​​​Reduced stress
  • Increased productivity
  • Positive mood
  • Allergy symptom relief
  • Healthier lifestyle
​Cleaning is always a good idea—especially now—as we continue to live with the pandemic along with practicing better hygiene. Five benefits that can stem from spring cleaning your office include:
Reduced Stress
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By cleaning out your office space, you’ll spend less time worrying and stressing about where specific items are.
 
Increased Productivity
By cleaning, tossing away unnecessary clutter, organizing, and placing your items back where they belong, not only will your workspace look more presentable, but you’ll also improve your workflow efficiency.
 
Positive Mood
Clutter is often linked with negative emotions such as irritability and confusion, whereas a clean workspace is linked with positive emotions such as calmness and contentment. 
 
Allergy Symptom Relief
If you have employees who suffer from seasonal allergies, we recommend putting together a regular cleaning and disinfecting routine in order to get rid of immune system triggers such as dust and pollen. We also recommend checking your office’s ventilation system to ensure good indoor air quality.
 
Healthier Lifestyle
All of the benefits above can be combined to support an overall healthier lifestyle physically, mentally, and emotionally. Spring is the season for new beginnings so get started by cleaning out your workspace today.
Not sure where to start? Read our tips below!

 
Spring Cleaning Tips
  • Declutter and organize your drawers, placing everything back where they belong and tossing away unnecessary items.
  • Keep only your frequently used items on your desk and store the rest.
  • Manage long, messy wires or cables by using velcro strips for a neat and professional look.
  • Perform a digital declutter by getting rid of files and emails that you no longer need and organizing the icons on your desktop to make them more easily accessible.
  • Check-in with the appropriate manager regarding the office ventilation system.
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Peach State Cleaning Solutions can provide you with a wide variety of services to keep your office clean, including floor care and window cleaning, and now is the perfect time to start scheduling these services.
 
Contact us today to freshen up your facility for the upcoming spring season.  

PSCS is a Certified Quality Service Provider and What it Means to You:

2/18/2021

 
To be successful in any industry, one can never stop learning.
PSCS is an IJCSA Certified Provider

Cleaning is an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. PSCS chose to become an expert in medical cleaning,  green cleaning, sustainability, and protecting human health. It shows our commitment to you, health & safety, current business trends & important updates, and a dedication to business & industry.
 
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Taking advantage of these certifications and education allows us to share solutions and work together to make the greatest impact on our communities.
PSCS is an IJCSA Certified Medical Cleaning Service Provider
​​Medical Cleaning Certification
The IJCSA Medical Cleaning Certification provided PSCS team members with direct training on cleaning health care facilities which includes doctor offices, dentists, and other professional medical offices and buildings.
PSCS is an IJCSA Green Cleaning Master Certification Provider
​Green Masters Certification
The IJCSA Green Masters Certification provided PSCS team members with critical skills and expert knowledge necessary to successfully understand and perform green natural cleaning in commercial, and industrial settings.
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