Choosing the Right Office Cleaning Provider in Canberra

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There are many office cleaning providers in Canberra to choose from. The problem is: how do you find a good one? In this blog article, we summarise what to look for in a local office cleaning provider.

Not all office cleaning providers in Canberra offer the same range of services. Therefore, it’s imperative to define your cleaning needs to ensure the office cleaning provider with the right expertise and equipment is chosen. For example, if regular floor scrubbing and buffing is required, your provider needs the necessary equipment.

All commercial cleaning personnel in the ACT must undertake Asbestos and Silica Awareness training. Many cleaners will also have a White Card (essential in construction cleaning) and a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance (mandatory for working around children or vulnerable adults). Most office cleaning providers in Canberra require their staff to undergo a criminal record check as a condition of employment.

It’s essential to choose an office cleaning provider in Canberra with Public Liability insurance. This insurance protects your staff and property against professional negligence. Most providers will have Public Liability Insurance and be happy to show you their policy (be cautious if the provider is reluctant or unwilling to comply).

Most reputable office cleaning providers in Canberra will have current references (that’s unless the cleaning business is very new). When speaking with referees, it’s imperative to determine the provider’s honesty, reliability, and standard of work. Google Reviews is also a good source of feedback, provided the cleaner has a Google Business Profile.

It makes sense to trial an office cleaning provider in Canberra before signing a long-term contract. A trial can either be informal or a short-term contract of 1-3 months, so long as it establishes whether the “fit” is right. Once compatibility is established, a long-term contract should fairly reflect the responsibilities and expectations of both the client and the cleaning provider.

A low price can be very persuasive; however, the focus should always be on quality and value. Not surprisingly, sub-par office cleaning can adversely affect work health and safety (WHS) and public image. A good office cleaning provider in Canberra will typically pay its cleaners fairly, provide the equipment and chemicals, and have Public Liability insurance.

Office cleaning should be viewed as more than transactional. A knowledgeable office cleaning provider in Canberra will understand colour-coded cleaning, safety data sheets (SDS), advanced sanitisation techniques, and work health and safety (WHS) principles. They'll also understand the environmental regulations that apply to commercial cleaning in the ACT.

There are many large, nationwide cleaning companies operating in the ACT. Using a locally owned office cleaning provider in Canberra ensures that profits are more likely to stay in the local economy. Not surprisingly, many locally owned providers are family businesses.

To learn more about office cleaning in Canberra, please visit our dedicated office cleaning page or call 0413 697 280. Alternatively, please send us a message via the Contact page.