Factors to Consider When Hiring a New Jersey based Cleaning Service

Accumulation of dirt and dust in the workplace can lead to some health issues with employees, visitors and vendors. These issues then lead to missed days, tardiness and loss of productivity. Excessive dust or dirt in the business environment will absolutely cause some of the electronic equipment to have problems with functionality or loss of use altogether. And we haven’ even started talking about dirty and unsanitary restrooms yet! It can be extremely advantageous and cost effective to outsource a professional NJ janitorial service to carry out the cleaning of your office, building or warehouse. Ongoing and repetitive cleaning will be a big benefit in keeping employees healthier and reduce the allergens in the air and on surfaces.

There are some considerations to look for when you decide to bring a cleaning service on board. One critical item is determining if they are an insured and bonded cleaning company. If someone falls on a slippery floor while it is still wet from damp mopping then the staff member of the cleaning company will be blamed and a lawsuit will be instituted against the cleaning contractor (not the cleaning technician) for any medical bills and damages suffered by the injured person. The “customer” can wash their hands of any liability because they did their due diligence and received a certificate of insurance from the insurance broker. It’s always a good idea for the client to be added as an “additional insured” which is a simple request that the cleaning contractor asks the insurance agent on record for.

The other item that accompanies a general liability and workers comp policy is what is referred to as a “fidelity bond” This is usually a pretty misunderstood and misinterpreted topic. A fidelity bond covers the employee and customer of the cleaning company for theft. Customers are under the impression that if something goes missing and the cleaning service agrees it was one of their staff members that a check is going to magically appear in your mailbox, compliments of the bond company! The only way a bond company pays out is only if there is a conviction. And even then, there is a cap amount to what gets paid out for the claim.

When one is in need of cleaning services, then it is advised that you look for a company or individual that use their cleaning materials or products. It will reduce your cost of buying the products. The individuals are likely to be familiar with the products that are safe and effective to both human and the surfaces.

Do your research before hiring a cleaning company is an absolute must. Looking at reviews online can be a good way to judge the quality of their services. Asking your colleagues, associates and friends is also another way of getting information on the organization that is likely to offer the best services. It is also important to ask for references from their current customers. It will act as a guide you in knowing whether you will hire the company or not.