Business Cleaning Solutions Blog
Why Big Cleaning Companies are a Poor Fit to clean Small Businesses
For the small to medium sized business it can be a challenge to find reliable cleaning. You may question if your operation is large enough to justify hiring a cleaning service. The cleaning needs of your facility may appear to be minimal. But how do you really know? Making the decision to hire a commercial cleaning service becomes easier […]
Plastic Recycling Made Easy
Ever ask, “Is _________recyclable? Ever wonder what those numbers on plastic containers mean? For you Captain Planets out there, you already know that proper recycling can complement your green cleaning practices. For the uninformed yet curious, we’ll break down which types of plastics are easiest to recycle and why. This is our guide to plastic recycling made easy. The Society […]
The Best Way to Clean Your Toilet
One of our more glamorous topics, the scrubbing of toilets! Indeed, it’s a dirty deed- but someone’s got to do it. Are you looking for the best way to clean your toilet? We’ll help you work smarter, not harder. Here’s our guide to winning the game of porcelain thrones. What you need Supplies: Toilet bowl cleaner All-purpose bathroom […]
Types of Flooring that Should be Sealed.
Like a vivacious personality, a clean and well-maintained floor can help liven any room. With such shine and brilliance, who wouldn’t feel warm and welcome? However, to maintain those good looks, flooring should be sealed and protected. Whether after a new installation or evaluating an older floor, one of the first things to consider is the sealer. Here are […]
The Hidden Costs of Bad Commercial Cleaning
Companies with outstanding customer service will often prioritize the needs of their customers. They’ll ask the fundamental question, “Is our product or service meeting or exceeding client expectations?” If a janitorial company isn’t taking the time to consider how the cleaning impacts the customer, then chances are the service will be of poor quality. When a workplace […]
Break Room Fridge Cleaning for Less Mess.
We’d like to extend a hand and help out with a common office conundrum: cleaning the breakroom fridge. You’ve seen it before- the busy break room with the fridge that’s packed with mysterious lunch bags both old and new. Everything is haphazardly shoved inside. Many items have no names or dates. Some items are bloated. Some are growing soft and […]
The Wonderful World of Commercial Cleaning Fun Facts
Cleaning is full of amazing, not-so-trivial things. We’re excited to share some cleaning insights with you. But first, a warning: the wonderful world of commercial cleaning fun facts may widen your eyes, pause your breath and blow your mind. Allgood? Great. Let’s take the red pill and deep dive into the perils of bad cleaning. 1. Denmark is […]
All About Initial Deep Cleans
You’ve chosen to hire a new janitorial service for your business- now what? We’re pleased to let you know that exciting times lie ahead as the physical image of your business will be getting a fresh start. It’s time- for your new vendor to stretch, hydrate, and get ready to work because when cleaning a facility for […]
Why You Need A Commercial Cleaning Company for Your Final Construction Cleanup
Remodel, renovation, or expansion-all require some degree of construction and a whole lot of cleanup. After the final punch list is complete and you conduct the final walk through, you don’t want to open the blinds only to have drywall dust rain down from above. What if there’s paint drips or dollops of drywall mud on the […]
6 Little Secrets Your Carpet May be Hiding
A clean, quality carpet can really tie a room together. The color and texture can add aesthetic comfort. They dampen sound and absorb shock to help quiet a room. But what if a carpet has been neglected? Here are 6 little secrets your dirty carpet may be keeping- and why you should do something about it. 1 – […]
Your HVAC Shop is Your Business’s First Impression – Is it Making the Right One?
There’s an old saying in the trades: a craftsman’s shop tells you everything about their work before they pick up a single tool. Walk into a clean, organized shop and you expect the work to be precise, professional, and done right. Walk into a chaotic, grimy one and – even if the technician is genuinely […]
Back of House Standards: Professional Cleaning Services for Landscaping Companies in Boise
There’s a concept in hospitality called the “back of house” – the kitchens, storage rooms, and prep areas that guests never see. The rule in any well-run hotel or restaurant is that the back of house should be held to the same standard as the front, because the people who work there deserve it, and […]
The Cleaning Problem Most Manufacturing Facilities Don’t Know They Have
Ask a plant manager what their biggest operational challenges are and you’ll hear about throughput, downtime, supply chain, or labor. Cleaning rarely makes the list. That’s not because manufacturing facilities don’t have cleaning challenges. It’s because the cleaning problems in most plants are slow, invisible, and cumulative – the kind that don’t announce themselves until […]
Why Dirty Exteriors and Common Areas Can Cost Your Strip Mall Shoppers (and Tenants)
Walk through any struggling strip mall and you’ll notice a pattern. It’s not always the anchor tenant that went dark or the national chain that relocated. Often, the decline started somewhere more subtle: a parking lot that got grimier every year, a set of shared restrooms that no one wanted to use, a sidewalk in […]
The Hidden Impact of Common Area Cleanliness on Resident Retention (and What Property Managers can do About It)
Every property manager knows the math on resident turnover. When a unit turns over, you lose at least one month’s rent during the gap. You pay for unit cleaning and repairs. You market the vacancy, show the unit, screen applicants, and process a lease. Depending on your market and the condition of the unit, a […]
Why Your Coffee Shop’s Cleanliness is Part of Your Brand
There’s a café in your city that people drive past three closer options to visit. It’s not because they have the best espresso (though it might be excellent). It’s because walking through the door feels like arriving somewhere. The windows are clear. The floors are clean. The tables are wiped down before the previous customer’s […]
Why Your Gas Station’s Cleanliness Matters More than You Think
Think about the last time you pulled into a gas station and noticed it was dirty. Maybe the pump island was sticky with old fuel residue, the squeegee bucket was murky brown, or the restroom door had a handwritten “out of order” sign taped to it. Did you go inside to buy anything? Did you […]
We Won Bronze! Celebrating at the 2026 Idaho’s Best Awards
Earlier this month, the results for the 2026 Idaho’s Best Awards were officially announced, and we are thrilled to share some incredible news with you. Business Cleaning Solutions has been awarded Bronze in the Best Cleaning Company category! You can check out the official list of 2026 winners over at the Idaho’s Best Website. A Testament to Our Loyal Customers […]
Why Business Cleaning Solutions Offers a Free Initial Deep Clean (And Why It Matters for Your Business)
Nobody trusts the sales guy at the car lot who says, “Just take it for a spin—you’ll love it!” But there’s a reason that test drive works: you get to experience the thing before you commit to it. No pressure. No guesswork. Just proof. That’s the exact thinking behind our free initial deep clean. We’re […]
Is Your Cleaning Company Helping of Hurting Your Business?
There’s a concept in the restaurant world called “menu drift”—when a kitchen slowly, quietly stops making things the way they used to. No big announcement. No dramatic change. Just gradual little shortcuts until one day you order your favorite dish and think, hmm, this isn’t quite right. Most people never say anything…they just stop going […]